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www.gourmetnews.com 14 2018 BUYERS GUIDE • Gourmet News The Colavita family traces its roots to the small town of Sang'Elia a Pianisi, about 20 miles east of Campobasso in the Molise region of Italy. It was there, four generations ago, that two small family businesses were born. One family operated a stone mill for crushing home- grown olives to produce extra vir- gin olive oil. The other family gathered the durum wheat har- vest, milled the wheat into semolina grain and ultimately produced fresh pasta for the local market. Over time, both families became experts at their trade, passing their knowledge to the next generation, who in turn did the same. The two families had much in common, not only perfecting time-honored produc- tion methods, but also in name. They were both Colavita families. About Colavita USA Family-owned Colavita USA LLC, headquartered in Edison, New Jersey, has been importing and distributing Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil for more than 30 years. Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil is recognized as the trusted family brand in the U.S. and has earned awards from renowned cooking publi- cations such as Fine Cooking and Cook's Il- lustrated and general-interest magazines like Men's Health. Colavita's authentic Italian specialty products, including durum wheat semolina pasta, a full selection of balsamic and wine vinegars, traditional and or- ganic pasta sauces, and olive- canola blended oils are the ingredients of choice for chefs in home, restaurant and profes- sional kitchens. Colavita also markets a full line of marinated vegetables and spreads, each p r e p a r e d according to Colavita family tra- dition. Colavita USA is the exclusive distributor for some of the top Italian brands in the United States. These include Perugina, Italy's number one chocolate; Cirio, Italy's leading canned tomatoes; and San Benedetto waters, Italy's market leader in sparkling and natural bottled wa- ters. Colavita 732.404.8300 www.colavita.com Colavita Olive Oil: A Family Tradition FEATURED PRODUCTS Fresh EVOO Flavor – a Measure of High Nutritional Value and Health Rich in antioxidants and support- ive of cardiovascular health, extra virgin olive oil has long been known to be one of the healthiest oils for culinary use. American consumption of extra virgin olive oil increases year after year based on this fact. But not all EVOO is created equal. Award-winning Bellucci Extra Virgin Olive Oil is decidedly a nutritional stand-out. Flavor and freshness are the greatest all-around indicators of nutritional value. Fruity, bitter and spicy notes, along with other aro- matic hints, are always present at their maximum range of expres- sion when EVOO is fresh and nu- tritionally rich. Since both flavor and health-giving properties sub- side over time, consuming the oil when fresh is key. This is why Bel- lucci prioritizes freshness in all facets of its production, and why every Bellucci bottle arrives fresh from Italy, with the harvest date featured on the front label, to reach shoppers when flavor, an- tioxidants and polyphenols are at their peak. In turn, Bellucci is reg- ularly winning awards at tasting competitions for its aroma and nu- anced profiles. The influence of cultivars on nutritional value and flavor can be significant. The coratina, for example, is especially rich in pro- tective micronutrients. In Bel- lucci's 100 Percent Italian, the coratina's polyphenols make their presence known on the palate through a hint of bitter- ness and a spicy tickle at the back of the throat. While other cultivars typically impart this quality to a lesser degree, the coratina is sure to give a big peppery kick – though, again, only if the oil is fresh. An older bottle of EVOO, re- gardless of the culti- vars, will be lacking in nutrients and entirely devoid of spice. With robust, nuanced flavor serving as a reliable indicator of nutritional quality, consumers can learn to rely on their palates in selecting an outstanding oil; they simply need to know what characteristics to taste for. Bel- lucci is committed to imparting the skills that consumers need. The Bellucci App, which traces any bottle to its origin in rural Italy, and the company website each offer detailed tasting in- structions and a wealth of edu- cational informa- tion. The design of Bellucci's packag- ing does a supe- rior job of protecting the fla- vor and healthful properties of fresh EVOO. Fitted with an easy-pour spout that prevents the oil from exposure to air, Bel- lucci's iconic bottle prevents oxi- dation while its dark glass shields against damage caused by light. New On-the-Go EVOO squeeze packs similarly maintain freshness and come in convenient single servings that are ideal for people with active lifestyles, for the nutri- tion conscious and those who are either daily or occasional con- sumers of EVOO. Bellucci www.belluccipremium.com The unCanny Can from Billie-Ann Plastics, a manufacturing com- pany located in Brooklyn, New York, has a ring pull de- sign that sports an aluminum ring pull on one end and a unique tamper-evi- dent form-fitting base on the other. The sky is the limit for the number of uses for this new and exciting pack- aging. Put your brand out there! With the ability to print your logo on the packaging, it will stand out to the consumer as well as increase the perceived value. Various high- quality printing op- tions are offered, including four-color process, silk screen- ing and foil stamp- ing, helping your company dominate the market. 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