Rice, Grains & Pulses

Beans, Polenta & Pulses

We carry Bartolini cannellini beans, borlotti beans, and polenta — Italian pantry essentials from a producer known for quality dried goods. Good dried beans, properly soaked and cooked, have a creaminess and depth that tinned beans rarely achieve. Cannellini are the classic Tuscan white bean — essential for ribollita, minestrone, and as a side dish finished with good olive oil. Borlotti are earthy and nutty, outstanding in pasta e fagioli and Italian soups. Bartolini polenta cooks to a smooth, rich porridge that serves as a base for braises, ragùs, and grilled meats.

Rice

For Italian cooking, we carry organic Arborio and organic Carnaroli rice — the two classic risotto varieties. Arborio is the more widely known, producing a creamy, starchy risotto. Carnaroli is the chef's choice — it holds its shape better during cooking, absorbs more liquid, and produces a risotto with superior texture. Both are organic.

We also carry organic Forbidden Rice (black rice) — a striking, nutty, wholegrain rice with a deep purple-black colour that works as a side dish, in salads, or as a base for Asian-inspired bowls. And Koshihikari Toyama rice from Japan — a premium short-grain rice essential for sushi and Japanese rice dishes, also available in our Japanese Essentials collection.

Delivery

All products in this collection are ambient and shelf-stable. Store in a cool, dry place. Orders are shipped via express courier service — orders placed before 2pm are dispatched the same day. Select your preferred delivery date at checkout. For orders over £225, weekday delivery is complimentary.