‘Italian food is all about simplicity’ says Ilaria Padovani, owner of Mercato Italiano in Bridport. Introducing her wonderful cold pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Umbria, with Peperoncini and Fennel seeds, she describes how the oil can enhance and bring out the best of many dishes. ‘This aromatic chilli Extra Virgin Olive Oil is the perfect Italian dish companion—piquant, fresh and balanced’ she says.
A collaboration with Weymouth 51, the handcrafted artisan vegan chilli sauce and condiment producer from Weymouth, Mercato Italiano also offers a hot version with the famous Dorset Naga chilli. The oils are served alongside Mercato Italiano’s delicious pizzas and are also available to take home.
Originally established as a weekly market stall, supplying high quality cured meats and cheeses directly imported by Ilaria using her Italian produce contacts, Mercato Italiano has become the go to destination for authentic pizza, coffee, cocktails and so much more in west Dorset and surrounding area.
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