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Preserves

Preserves

A rich selection of delicious and versatile preserves designed to make every dish a triumph of flavours and aromas.

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Whole Peeled Tomatoes

Oleificio Cericola whole peeled tomatoes preserve all the authenticity of tomatoes ripened under the sun of the Tavoliere.

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Tomato purée

Our tomato purée preserves all the authenticity of tomatoes ripened under the sun of our land.

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Flame-grilled aubergines

Grilled eggplants preserved in extra virgin olive oil: bold flavor and velvety texture.

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Flame-grilled borettane

Small onions grilled on hot lava stones and enriched with Mediterranean spices inspired by the Apulian tradition — a true delight for the palate

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Turnip tops

The robust and slightly bitter flavour of turnip tops enhances both appetisers and main dishes.

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Rustic mushrooms

Selected Pleurotus mushrooms, carefully prepared and preserved in extra virgin olive oil: a traditional classic, ready to enjoy.

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Mixed grilled vegetables

A selection of grilled vegetables preserved in extra virgin olive oil: colour, flavour, and versatility in every jar.

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Sun-dried tomatoes

Intense, aromatic, and deeply Mediterranean: our sun-dried tomatoes are a true concentration of flavour, preserved in extra virgin olive oil.

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Flame-grilled courgettes

Courgettes grilled on hot lava stones, flavoured with Mediterranean-inspired spices, and preserved in extra virgin olive oil.

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Grilled Peppers

Sweet and fleshy grilled peppers preserved in extra virgin olive oil: a timeless classic.

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Chilli peppers stuffed with tuna

Bold and flavourful chilli peppers stuffed with tuna and capers, preserved in extra virgin olive oil: a rich Mediterranean appetiser

Cericola food preserves represent far more than a simple preservation method: they are a true act of love for our land and its traditions. Every jar contains stories, aromas, and flavours that speak of authentic territories and skilled hands that, for generations, have passed down recipes rooted in tradition.

At the heart of every high-quality preserve are carefully selected local ingredients, harvested at the peak of their ripeness. Vegetables and herbs are chosen with care, favouring sustainable cultivation and short supply chains to guarantee freshness, authenticity, and respect for the environment.

Preparation follows artisanal methods, where time and patience are essential ingredients. Traditional recipes are reinterpreted with passion while preserving the gestures of the past: slow cooking, the use of natural spices, and meticulous sterilisation control.

The result is a rich variety of flavours, ranging from tomato purées to grilled vegetables preserved in oil, from stuffed chilli peppers to the unmistakable turnip tops. Every preserve is a small treasure chest of flavour, capable of enriching the table in every season.

Thanks to this process, the nutritional and organoleptic qualities of the ingredients are preserved, making them available even outside the harvest season. In this way, the natural cycle of the land is respected, reducing waste and encouraging more conscious consumption.

Oleificio Cericola preserves are not simply products: they are culture, identity, and memory. They are the most genuine way to bring all the love for our land to the table.