Aperitivo & Antipasto
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Everything for an Italian aperitivo or antipasto board in one place: Castelvetrano, Kalamata and Cerignola olives, taralli, grissini, giardiniera, lupini beans, marinated artichokes, stuffed cherry peppers and capers.
Néssi Lupini Beans – Nutritious, Savory, and Ready-to-Eat (32 oz / 907g / 2 lb)
Jarred Vegetables | In stockNéssi Lupini Beans (32 oz) are the family-size jar of the classic Mediterranean snack: firm, salty and ready to eat. Made with just lupini beans, water and salt.
Why you'll love it
- Large 32 oz jar for snacking and parties ...
Néssi Taralli Traditional – Authentic Italian Crunchy Snack (200g / 7.05oz / 0.44 lb)
Crackers | In stockNéssi Traditional Taralli are the classic ring-shaped snack of Puglia: light, crunchy and gently savory. Made with a short list of simple ingredients, they are the easiest way to bring an Italian aperitivo to your table.
Why you'll love it
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Néssi Gourmet Cherry Peppers Stuffed with Cheese – Bold, Creamy, and Authentically Italian (12 oz)
Condiment | In stockNéssi Cherry Peppers Stuffed with Cheese are a classic Southern Italian antipasto: small, round red peppers with a sweet, tangy, gently spicy flavor, filled with creamy cheese and ready to serve.
Why you'll love it
- Sweet-spicy peppers with a creamy...
Néssi Gourmet Pesto – Fresh, Herbaceous, and Authentically Italian (185g / 6.53 oz)
Condiment | In stockNéssi Pesto is an Italian basil pesto, ready to toss with pasta in seconds. Fragrant and versatile, it is a weeknight shortcut with real Italian flavor.
Why you'll love it
- Fragrant basil flavor, made in Italy
- Dinner in the time...
Néssi Taralli Fennel – Authentic Italian Crunchy Snack with Aromatic Fennel (200g / 7.05oz / 0.44 lb)
Crackers | In stockNéssi Fennel Taralli are a Southern Italian favorite: crunchy snack rings with aromatic fennel seeds and a subtle anise note. The perfect partner for salami and a glass of wine.
Why you'll love it
- Traditional taralli from Puglia with fennel...
Néssi Taralli Rosemary – Authentic Italian Crunchy Snack with Aromatic Herbs (200g / 7.05oz / 0.44 lb)
Crackers | In stockNéssi Rosemary Taralli are crunchy Southern Italian snack rings infused with real rosemary. Herby, savory and irresistibly crisp, they are made for cheese boards and aperitivo hour.
Why you'll love it
- Traditional taralli from Puglia with real rosemary
- Made with...
Néssi Gourmet Sun Dried Tomatoes – Rich, Savory, and Authentically Italian (290g / 10.23 oz)
Condiment | In stockNéssi Sun Dried Tomatoes bring concentrated, sweet-tangy tomato flavor to pasta, salads and sandwiches. Ready to use, straight from the jar.
Why you'll love it
- Intense, naturally sweet tomato flavor
- Ready to use, no soaking needed
- Adds instant color to...
Néssi Lupini Beans – Nutritious, Savory, and Ready-to-Eat (16 oz / 454g / 1 lb)
Jarred Vegetables | In stockNéssi Lupini Beans (16 oz) are a traditional Mediterranean snack: firm, salty and satisfying, ready to eat from the jar. Made with just lupini beans, water and salt.
Why you'll love it
- Simple ingredients: lupini beans, water and salt
- A...
Néssi Capers Capote – Bold Mediterranean Flavor (7 oz /200g)
Condiment | In stockNéssi Capers Capote are small Italian capers with a bright, briny, lemony pop. A little spoonful lifts sauces, fish and salads.
Why you'll love it
- Small capote capers with a firm texture
- Bright, briny flavor
- Made in Italy
How to...
Néssi Olive Oil Italian Breadsticks – Crispy Artisan Snack 4.4oz
Crackers | In stockNéssi Olive Oil Breadsticks are crunchy Italian grissini made with olive oil. Light, crisp and simple, for snacking or the dinner table.
Why you'll love it
- Made with olive oil
- Light, crisp texture
- Made in Italy
How to enjoy it
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How to build an antipasto board
- Start with 2 or 3 cheeses: one soft, one aged, one sharp.
- Add cured meats such as prosciutto and salami.
- Fill the gaps with olives, artichokes, stuffed peppers and giardiniera.
- Finish with taralli and grissini for crunch, plus a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
FAQ
What is the difference between aperitivo and antipasto?
Aperitivo is the pre-dinner drink-and-snack ritual; antipasto is the first course of an Italian meal. The same foods work for both.
How many olives per person?
Plan roughly a small handful per guest when serving several other nibbles. Read our full antipasto board guide.