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Cravot de Barbera – nicknamed Ubriaco (“drunk” in Italian) – is an aged goat’s milk cheese aromatized and matured with Barbera D.O.C. red wine. The well-balanced and rich flavor is a testament to its skillful aging process – it is uniquely aged for two months in cellars, and then two months soaked in decadent and…
Granello di Capra is meticulously crafted following time- honored traditions. Its beautiful and rustic yellow-brown rind gives way to a distinguished paste with a medley of round flavors. As it matures, Granello di Capra transforms into a firm cheese while maintaining its creamy and refined undertones. Granello boasts the following tasting notes: rich caramel, toasty…
Toma di Capra showcases Italy’s beloved cheese-making traditions. Paje puts a slight twist on the popular table cheese Toma by using pure goat’s milk. Its natural gray-brown rind gives way to a creamy and pristine paste. Due to its minimal 40 to 60-day maturation, the texture is smooth and elastic, while retaining firmness. This cheese…
Selenio (coloquially meaning “soft soul” in Italian) is one of the oldest small round variety of rice grown in Italy. It has a crystalline grain with no pearl. Selenio’s lower amylose content makes it sticky, so it is perfect for arancini, sushi, fusion dishes, puddings, and other desserts. It also has a lower glycemic index…
Farro (emmer) is an ancient type of wheat (scientific name is Triticum Dicoccum). Farro is excellent for salads, soups, stews or as an original alternative to risotto. It is rich in protein, minerals, fibers and vitamins – and therefore ideal for a healthy and balanced diet. This farro is semi-pearled, which means part of the…
Ebano (“ebony” in Italian) is a new unique black rice on the market, and Cascina Oschiena is only one of six farms cultivating it. Ebano is an aromatic whole-grain variety of rice with black grains and a distinctive toasted bread aroma (as well as hints of popcorn and cocoa). Its strong color comes from anthocyanins,…
Apollo is a long-grain aromatic variety of rice, and presents an Italian alternative to Jasmine rice, famous for its natural fragrant floral aroma. It is highly digestible and quick-cooking, ideal for a side dish to vegetables, meat, or fish. Cascina Oschiena is one of only five farms in Italy to grow ancient, classic varieties of…
Carnaroli is a classic variety of rice, with a tapered and pearled grain and ideal for the best preparations of risotto. It maintains a firm texture while cooking. The “Classic” distinction guarantees this is an ancient variety of Carnaroli, and Cascina Oschiena is one of only five farms in Italy to do so. They grow…
Arborio is a classic variety of rice, with a large pearled grain and ideal for the best preparations of risotto. It gives a natural creaminess when blended with any ingredient. The “Classic” distinction guarantees this is an ancient variety of Arborio, and Cascina Oschiena is one of only five farms in Italy to do so.…