{"title":"I Contadini","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"i-contadini-chargrilled-artichokes","title":"I Contadini Chargrilled Artichokes","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-grilled Brindisi Violet artichokes, grown in Apulia. These artichokes are halved and grilled on cast-iron grills to perfection. The barbecue aroma enhances their natural crunchiness, showcasing the care I Contadini take at every step-harvesting, selecting, and handling each artichoke by hand. Made without artificial preservatives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a vinegar-free recipe, these artichokes are incredibly versatile. Enjoy them in warm or cold dishes: as a pizza topping, tossed into salads, paired with grilled meals, or as a flavourful addition to a sandwich. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550488338478,"sku":"33222","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407093622_396469-original_b37f7515-bf20-4586-96bd-aae98a84cd57.jpg?v=1778799255"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-eggplant-fillets","title":"I Contadini Eggplant Fillets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese eggplants from I Contadini are grown in Salento and harvested between August and September. The entire process is done by hand, following time-honoured methods: each eggplant is carefully selected, washed, peeled, and sliced into thin strips. To remove the bitterness, they salt them and press them, \"allu carcu,\" just like their grandmother did. Seasoned with fresh mint and capers, preserved in oil, with no artificial additives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550488502318,"sku":"33226","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407095321_267085-original.jpg?v=1778799256"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-pitted-leccine-olives","title":"I Contadini Pitted Leccine Olives","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe intense flavour of hand-picked Apulian olives is elevated by the addition of chilli, oregano, and garlic. Perfect for adding a rustic twist to your pasta dishes, this jar of pitted Leccine olives captures the essence of Apulia's olive groves. Seasoned with a blend of natural Mediterranean ingredients, chilli, garlic, and oregano blend perfectly with the taste of these versatile olives, which pair beautifully with artisanal pasta and stracciatella, baked fish en papillote, or salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested at peak ripeness between October and November, these pitted Leccine olives are cured in brine for 6 months to reduce their bitterness. They're then seasoned and preserved in oil, ready to enhance any dish with authentic flavour-completely free of artificial preservatives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550488600622,"sku":"33230","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407094426_825535-original_092355e7-00e1-40b1-8288-7a42f681f837.jpg?v=1778799261"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-cooked-red-onions","title":"I Contadini Cooked Red Onions","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnions that delight even those who aren't onion enthusiasts! Hand-sliced into thin strips and gently dried at low temperatures, these red onions retain their natural aroma and crispness, even in a jar. This traditional Apulian recipe features onions macerated in cooked grape must, enhancing their sweetness and imparting a rich, caramelised aroma. Delicate and easy to digest, they're perfect in a delicious sandwich, as a complement to steak tartare, or as a balancing note for cold cuts and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550488698926,"sku":"33225","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407115034_492589-original_41822f66-e4cb-4de4-bc20-195dd095ba77.jpg?v=1778799263"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-chargrilled-borettane-onions","title":"I Contadini Chargrilled Borettane Onions","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall and delicate, these sweet and sour pickled onions bring a burst of flavour to dishes thanks to the unmistakeable taste of authentic barbecue. Planted between February and March and harvested in summer, when their leaves turn golden. Grown under the sun of Apulia, these onions retain a pale yellow colour and a firm, tender, and crispy texture. Immediately after harvesting, they are grilled by hand on cast-iron grills in a slow, even process that preserves all the valuable minerals and vitamins of the bulbs, then immersed in a delicate sweet and sour pickle and bottled in oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for lengthy sautéing or ready to enjoy directly from the jar. If you love bold flavour contrasts, try them on home-made toasted bread with dried tomatoes and seasoned cheese. They also make an excellent side dish for grilled meats and fish. Add a few drops of balsamic vinegar to elevate the taste to pure poetry. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. 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This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550488862766,"sku":"33223","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407115200_202344-original_8615e6e0-cdce-4c74-b399-d7f00c099002.jpg?v=1778799279"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-puntarelle-zucchini","title":"I Contadini Puntarelle Chicory","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe tenderest sprouts of Catalogna chicory, crispy and fresh as if freshly picked, because they're preserved raw. Using the tenderest shoots of Catalogna chicory, a native variety of Salento, specifically from the Galatina area in the province of Lecce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe entire process is done by hand, from removing the outer leaves to cutting the sprouts, which are left to mature for a few days in a delicate sweet and sour marinade. After this step, the sprouts (or \"scattuni\") are jarred in oil, without the addition of artificial flavors, spices, or preservatives, preserving their natural flavour, vitamins and fibre. Try them in sandwiches and on pinsa (Italian flatbread), in a salad or as a side dish for tartare. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 520g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. 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This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550488961070,"sku":"33231","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20250828154508_158114-original_f80872ad-acf0-4924-afd0-15f04af002d9.jpg?v=1778799265"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-cime-di-rapa","title":"I Contadini Cime Di Rapa","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe undisputed stars of Apulian country cuisine, these broccoli rabe are a true classic. The traditional recipe of broccoli rabe features a select few simple ingredients: oil, chilli, and a hint of garlic. You'll find all the ingredients you need in this jar-just open it, warm the contents in a pan for a few minutes, and the condiment for your orecchiette is ready. It's equally delicious on toasted bread for an aperitivo. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550489059374,"sku":"33224","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407094924_976353-original.jpg?v=1778799267"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-fennel-carpaccio","title":"I Contadini Fennel Carpaccio","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe hearts of the most tender fennel grown in Apulia, crispy and fragrant as if just picked. Sliced by hand into thin strips, then placed in a natural pickle made of delicate cider vinegar, then preserved in oil. This process keeps the fennel crisp, packed with vitamins and antioxidants, as though freshly picked. Try it to elevate your sandwiches, add a delicate touch to salmon carpaccio, or create a refreshing salad with oranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550489223214,"sku":"33227","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407094023_433239-original_d955dd7b-6d80-4956-a96f-1616b3c8a7f5.jpg?v=1778799268"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-sun-dried-mix","title":"I Contadini Sun-dried Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eTomatoes, eggplants, zucchini, and peppers, hand-cut and naturally sun-dried. A mixed vegetable appetiser, just like those made by Nonna. Infused with the fresh scent of Mediterranean mint and the savoury flavours of capers and pitted Leccine olives. In this Salento-style appetiser, I Contadini have gathered tomatoes, eggplants, zucchini, and peppers, all grown in their fields in Apulia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a blend of flavours that captures the essence of summer. The sun is what gives these vegetables their unique taste, carefully dried on open-air frames for 3-4 days. This artisanal process is done entirely by hand, in harmony with nature's rhythm. 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This is a shame as the delicate practice delivers a totally unique result in the produce: perfect aromas, aesthetic appearance, and texture coupled with the conservation of essential vitamins, proteins, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"I Contadini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41550489321518,"sku":"33234","price":22.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2457\/9173\/files\/20260407115401_885600-original_b38ddee1-76c0-41f1-b321-558d59553c6c.jpg?v=1778799269"},{"product_id":"i-contadini-red-peppers","title":"I Contadini Red Peppers","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-picked red peppers preserved in oil. From the garden in Puglia to your table, without artificial preservatives. Seasoned with fresh mint and garlic. Plump and crunchy, as if freshly picked, they're excellent with a cheese platter, but also a key ingredient in a Mediterranean-flavored first course. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis jar of raw peppers is a concentrate of flavor and beta-carotene: inside are the vegetables I Contadini grow in the open fields of Puglia and the work of their farmers who harvest, select, and process them strictly by hand in the summer, fresh from the ground. The supply chain is short and closed: every stage of processing takes place on their farm, just steps from the harvest site, allowing them to have complete control over the quality of the product. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 230g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. 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They are washed and de-bittered in salted water for about six months, using a natural method rooted in tradition. The olives are then processed to extract the pulp that forms this pâté, made from both varieties, for a perfect balance of flavour and colour. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' The farmers' lives exist within 30 hectares of land where they grow a variety of vegetables on the open field, including peppers, eggplant, artichokes, olives, and tomatoes. The company operates all aspects of the business: growing the produce, naturally drying vegetables in the hot Italian sun, and preparing the jars for retail. The drying of the vegetables in the sun is an ancient practice and now almost totally abandoned. 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Ready to spread on bruschetta or as a sandwich filling. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThanks to its coarser texture compared to traditional pâté, this country-style mixed vegetable pâté is a true treasure chest of summer's finest offerings. These vegetables are grown in Salento between April and May and hand-picked at their peak maturity from June to September. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer: I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegion: Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: 100g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProducer Info: The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. Puglia is known for its excellent growing climate for all sorts of grains, olive trees and vegetables. I Contadini utilises this optimal climate to grow wonderfully flavorful vegetables for their preserves and spreads, made with their grandparents' recipes. Simply translated, 'I Contadini' is Italian for 'the farmers' or 'the peasants.' 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Their artisanal preparation, starting with fresh produce, preserves the authenticity of farming traditions: each vegetable is selected, cleaned, and hand-cut before being stored together in a delicate sweet and sour pickle with cider vinegar. This meticulous process is why Gambero Rosso has named this giardiniera among the best in Italy. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe large slices allow you to taste the crispness of freshly-picked vegetables, made lighter by the oil-free preparation. Perfect for salads, cold first courses, or as a contrast to spicy cold cuts. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e I Contadini\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lecce, Puglia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e550g\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Info:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"I Contadini\" farm is a third generation family business based in the Puglia region of Italy. 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