Pia's Journal

Aged Balsamic Vinegar: The Unexpected Ice Cream Upgrade
Thought balsamic was just for salads? Think again. Balsamic vinegar has long been a staple of Italian cuisine, but if you’ve only used it on salads, you’re missing one of...

Meet the Producers: Frantoio Galantino
In our "Meet the Producers" series, where we bring you closer to the artisans behind the exceptional foods we offer. Today, we’re spotlighting one of our long-standing partners, Frantoio Galantino. If...

Celebrate Memorial Day, the Italian Way
This Memorial Day, gather your friends, set the table, and ease into summer with a nod to Italy’s most beloved tradition: aperitivo. In Italy, aperitivo is so much more...

Nonna Vera
Zia Pia wasn’t the only strong, inspiring Italian woman in our family. Earlier this year, we said goodbye to our beloved Nonna Vera, and we’d like to take a moment...

Italy's Sweetest Tradition
Happy International Gelato Day! Gelato traces its roots to the Italian Renaissance, where it first emerged in the courts of Florence as a luxurious treat for the elite. Over time,...

Finish Dry January Strong with These Delicious Mocktails
Need some inspiration to finish the last week of Dry January strong? We've got you. Gone are the days of bland, uninspiring mocktails. This week, we’re sharing three delightful...

Fused Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tins As Seen in Better Homes and Gardens
If you pick up the November 22nd issue of Better Homes and Gardens magazine, you'll spot a Zia Pia favorite: Fused Extra Virgin Olive Tins by Frantoio Galantino. We couldn't agree...

Italy's Olive Harvest Has Begun
It's the olive harvest time in Italy, marking a vibrant and vital time in the agricultural calendar. As autumn settles across the land, our beloved olive oil producers, Frantoio Muraglia...

Ready-made Pesto Risotto
This Ready-made Pesto Risotto recipe from Gli Aironi combines creamy, rich textures with the fresh taste of pesto. Gli Aironi's Pesto Risotto mix is made from the finest ingredients and is an easy way to make...