{"title":"Rice, Grains \u0026 Pulses","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eBeans, Polenta \u0026amp; Pulses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sushi-sashimi\"\u003eJapanese Essentials\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-carnaroli-rice","title":"Cascina Belvedere Organic Carnaroli Rice","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCarnaroli is often referred to as the \"king of risotto rice\" and with good reason. While arborio is the more widely known variety, carnaroli is the one that Italian chefs reach for when precision matters. Its grains are slightly longer and firmer than arborio, with a higher amylose content — the type of starch that keeps the grain compact and resistant to overcooking. This means carnaroli holds its shape and bite even when stirred vigorously or cooked a minute too long, giving the cook significantly more control over the finished result. At the same time, it releases enough starch to produce a risotto that is every bit as creamy as one made with arborio — often more so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis organic carnaroli is grown by Cascina Belvedere in the province of Vercelli in Piedmont, one of the most celebrated rice-growing regions in the world. The family has been cultivating and processing rice here since 1935, controlling every stage from seed to packaging. The rice is farmed using certified organic methods, processed in small batches to preserve nutritional content and flavour, and vacuum-packed for freshness. The traditional stone husking and meticulous selection process ensure consistent quality. For anyone serious about making risotto at home, carnaroli is the upgrade from arborio — more consistent, more forgiving, and with a better final texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cascina Belvedere, a family-run organic rice farm in Bianzé, province of Vercelli, Piedmont. The Picco family has been cultivating rice here since 1935, controlling every stage of production from seed to packaging. Certified organic (IT-BIO-004).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambient. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33083306967145,"sku":"CAS05","price":6.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/products\/CarnaroliRiceOrganic_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1719301045"},{"product_id":"organic-arborio-rice","title":"Cascina Belvedere Organic Arborio Rice","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eArborio is the most widely used risotto rice in Italy, and for good reason. Its grains are the largest of any Italian rice variety, with a high starch content that releases gradually during cooking to produce the characteristic creamy consistency that defines a good risotto — while the centre of each grain retains a firm, satisfying bite. This organic arborio is grown in the province of Vercelli in Piedmont, one of the most celebrated rice-growing regions in the world, where abundant water from the Alps irrigates the paddy fields of the Po Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCascina Belvedere is a family business that has been growing and processing rice in Vercelli since 1935 — one of the few Italian producers that controls every stage from seed to packaging. The rice is cultivated using certified organic farming methods, processed in small batches to preserve nutritional content and flavour, and vacuum-packed for freshness. The traditional stone husking and meticulous selection process ensure that imperfections remain below the threshold required for Italy's \"Extra Quality\" classification. The result is a rice with a clean wheat-like flavour, consistent grain size, and a cooking performance that mass-produced arborio cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cascina Belvedere, a family-run organic rice farm in Bianzé, province of Vercelli, Piedmont. The Picco family has been cultivating rice here since 1935, controlling every stage of production from seed to packaging. Certified organic (IT-BIO-004).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambient. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33083349598313,"sku":"CAS03","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/products\/ArborioRiceOrganic_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1719301048"},{"product_id":"organic-nero-rice","title":"Cascina Belvedere Organic Nero Rice","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBlack rice — also known as forbidden rice — originates from China, where legend has it that the grain was cultivated exclusively for the emperor and his court, prized for its nutritional properties and reserved as a luxury that ordinary citizens were not permitted to eat. Today it is grown successfully in the Po Valley of northern Italy, where Cascina Belvedere cultivates it organically alongside their arborio and carnaroli varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNero rice is a wholemeal grain, meaning it retains its bran layer and with it a firm, chewy texture and a depth of flavour that polished white rices cannot offer. During cooking it releases a distinctive aroma that sits somewhere between sandalwood and freshly baked bread — earthy, nutty, and unlike any other rice variety. The deep black colour holds well after cooking, fading to a dark purple, which makes it one of the most visually striking ingredients you can put on a plate. It works as a side dish for meat and fish, dressed simply with olive oil or butter, and is equally at home in rice salads, grain bowls, and stuffed vegetables where its colour and texture add contrast and substance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cascina Belvedere, a family-run organic rice farm in Bianzé, province of Vercelli, Piedmont. The Picco family has been cultivating rice here since 1935, controlling every stage of production from seed to packaging. Certified organic (IT-BIO-004).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambient. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33083828928617,"sku":"CAS04","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/products\/ForbiddenRice_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1774415787"},{"product_id":"bartolini-polenta-300g","title":"Bartolini Polenta","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePolenta is one of the oldest staples of northern Italian cooking — ground maize, cooked slowly in liquid until it forms a thick, creamy porridge that serves as the base for everything from rich stews and braised meats to grilled vegetables and melted cheese. This version is made by Bartolini using premium-grade maize grown in the fertile plains of Lombardy, stone-ground to achieve a medium-coarse texture that produces the best results. The stone-milling process preserves the natural sweetness of the corn and creates the slightly granular consistency that is essential to proper Italian polenta — too fine and it turns to paste, too coarse and it never fully softens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePolenta's role in the kitchen is as a vehicle for other flavours. Served soft, it provides a creamy, comforting base for braised oxtail, osso buco, wild mushrooms, slow-cooked ragùs, and rich cheese sauces. It absorbs cooking juices and pan sauces readily, making it an excellent alternative to mashed potato or pasta alongside sauced dishes. Allowed to cool and set, it can be sliced and grilled or fried until crisp on the outside and creamy within — a preparation that works well as a base for bruschetta-style toppings, alongside grilled meats, or served with aged cheese and charcuterie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bartolini, family-owned since 1904. The company maintains traditional stone-milling methods at their Lombardy mill, ensuring each batch meets their standards for authentic Italian polenta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambient. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens\u003c\/strong\u003e: May contain traces of gluten. Produced in a facility that processes cereals containing gluten.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41910524084329,"sku":"BAR125","price":3.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/files\/BartoliniTraditionalItalianPolenta300g_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1730202231"},{"product_id":"bartolini-borlotti-beans-500g","title":"Bartolini Borlotti Beans","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBorlotti — also known as cranberry beans — are one of the most recognisable pulses in Italian cooking, instantly identifiable by their speckled crimson and cream skins. These are grown by the Bartolini family in Emilia-Romagna using traditional farming methods that prioritise flavour and quality over yield. The beans are denser and nuttier than cannellini, with a creamier, more starchy interior that breaks down slightly during cooking to thicken the surrounding liquid — which is exactly why they are the bean of choice for Italy's most celebrated soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBorlotti are the traditional base for pasta e fagioli and minestrone, where their starchy quality gives the broth a natural body and richness without the need for added thickeners. They also work well in slow-cooked stews, braised dishes, and anywhere a bean with genuine substance and flavour is needed. Served warm as a side dish — dressed with olive oil, fresh herbs, and cracked black pepper — they have a depth and character that lighter beans like cannellini cannot match. The creamy texture also makes them well suited to purées and bean-based spreads, and their earthy, nutty flavour pairs particularly well with pork, sausage, and pancetta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bartolini family has been cultivating legumes in Emilia-Romagna for three generations, maintaining traditional farming methods that prioritise flavour and quality over yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambient. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41910535290985,"sku":"BAR126","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/files\/BartoliniBorlottiBeans500g_PremiumItalianDriedBeans_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1730276762"},{"product_id":"bartolini-cannellini-beans","title":"Bartolini Cannellini Beans","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCannellini are the quintessential white bean of Italian cooking — plump, kidney-shaped, and prized for a creamy interior that holds its shape even after long, slow cooking. These are grown in the fertile soils of Tuscany using traditional farming methods, and each bean is selected for size and consistency. The result is a noticeably better product than the mass-produced alternatives found in supermarkets: the skins are thinner and more delicate, the texture silkier, and the flavour carries a clean, subtle nuttiness that cheaper beans lack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eCannellini are one of the most versatile pulses in the kitchen. They are the backbone of Tuscan ribollita, the classic bread and vegetable soup that improves with every reheating. They work equally well in minestrone, pasta e fagioli, cassoulet, and slow-cooked stews where they absorb the surrounding flavours while contributing their own body and creaminess. Served simply — warm, dressed with good extra virgin olive oil, fresh herbs, sea salt, and cracked black pepper — they make a side dish that needs nothing else. They also hold well in salads, purée smoothly into dips and spreads, and provide substance to grain bowls and Mediterranean-style dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bartolini family has been cultivating legumes in Tuscany since 1896. Their commitment to sustainable farming practices and traditional harvesting methods ensures consistent quality across their range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambient. Store in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41910545842281,"sku":"BAR129","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/files\/BartoliniCannelliniBeans_PremiumTuscanWhiteBeans_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1730277300"},{"product_id":"koshihikari-toyama-rice-1kg","title":"Koshihikari Toyama Rice","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKoshihikari is the most highly regarded rice variety in Japan — the benchmark against which all other Japanese rice is measured. This particular Koshihikari is grown in Nyuzen, a town in Toyama Prefecture on the Sea of Japan coast, where the rice paddies are fed by fast-flowing snowmelt from the Northern Alps via the Kurobe River. The combination of pure water, mineral-rich alluvial soil, and Toyama's distinct temperature swings between day and night produces rice with a sweetness and depth of flavour that is difficult to replicate elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe grains are polished until almost translucent — the hard, white, starchy outer layer removed to reveal a clean, refined core. This high degree of polishing means the rice needs only a quick rinse before cooking, rather than the thorough washing required by less refined varieties. When cooked, the grains hold their shape while developing a characteristic glossy sheen and a gentle stickiness that makes them cohere without becoming mushy. The flavour is subtly sweet with a faint floral quality — clean and pure rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is the rice to use for sushi, onigiri, donburi, and any dish where the rice itself matters. It is also excellent as plain steamed rice alongside Japanese dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown in Nyuzen, Toyama Prefecture, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Koshihikari rice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1kg \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"THE WASABI COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54262012903809,"sku":"WSB.RICE.04","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/files\/KoshihikariToyamaRice1kg-PremiumJapaneseRicefromNyuzen_FINE_WILDUK.jpg?v=1774415736"},{"product_id":"bartolini-umbrian-pearled-barley","title":"Bartolini Umbrian Pearled Barley","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePearled barley from Frantoio Bartolini — the multi-generational Umbrian family producer of olive oil, grains, legumes and pasta, based in Arrone in the foothills of the Apennines in the province of Terni. \u003cem\u003eOrzo perlato\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the staple grains of central Italian cooking, and Bartolini's barley is grown and prepared using methods refined across generations of working the same Umbrian land. The grains are noticeably larger than standard pearled barley — a difference you can see in the pack and feel on the palate. They cook to a creamy, mellow tenderness while still holding their shape, with the gentle sweetness and chewy bite that makes properly grown pearl barley one of the most versatile grains in any kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe pearling process removes the outer husk of the grain, which means the barley does not need to be soaked before cooking — it goes straight from the pack to the pan. Cooked simply in salted water for 20 minutes and drained, the grains are ready for any application: as the base for a winter soup or stew, folded warm through a salad with herbs and lemon, dressed with good olive oil and grated Parmesan as a side dish, or cooked risotto-style (\u003cem\u003eorzotto\u003c\/em\u003e) with stock and finished with butter and cheese for a hearty alternative to rice. The natural starch content makes it an excellent substitute for arborio in risotto applications, with a nuttier flavour and more substantial bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA serious cupboard staple from one of Umbria's most respected family producers — and a useful reminder of how much character a properly grown grain can carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frantoio Bartolini, Arrone, Terni, Umbria, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown in Umbria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 minutes (no soaking required)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pearled barley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cereals containing gluten (barley) · May contain traces of soy, sesame and celery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55652672766337,"sku":"BARTP500","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/files\/BartoliniUmbrianPearledBarley500g_Italy_FINE_WILD.jpg?v=1778940893"},{"product_id":"bartolini-umbrian-lentils","title":"Bartolini Umbrian Lentils","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eUmbrian lentils from Frantoio Bartolini — the family producer's own flagship product, grown organically on their farm in Arrone, deep in the Nera River Nature Park in the Apennine foothills of Umbria. The Bartolini family have been working this land since 1850, across six generations, with the same direct control of the supply chain — they grow it, harvest it, sort it, pack it. Their lentils are noticeably small, with a distinctive variegated colour ranging from soft green through to deep brown, and a thin, tender skin that means they hold their shape and texture in the pot without ever turning to mush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe combination of the Umbrian altitude, the climate of the Nera valley and the Bartolini family's organic farming practice produces a lentil that is demonstrably better than the commodity-grade lentils most kitchens default to. They cook in 20 minutes from dry — no soaking required, no pre-prep — and emerge with a soft, creamy interior, a clean earthy flavour, and the gentle textural give that distinguishes a properly grown lentil from a supermarket one. They take seasoning beautifully, hold up to long cooking in soups and stews without disintegrating, and have enough natural character to stand on their own as a side or a base for a complete dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAmong Italian cooks they are considered the lentil to use for the New Year's Eve \u003cem\u003ecotechino con lenticchie\u003c\/em\u003e — the traditional pork sausage and lentil dish that brings good fortune for the year ahead — and for \u003cem\u003ezuppa di lenticchie\u003c\/em\u003e, the deep, dark winter lentil soup that defines central Italian peasant cooking at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA flagship product from a serious family producer, and a useful reminder of how much character a properly grown legume can carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frantoio Bartolini, Arrone, Terni, Umbria, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown on Bartolini's own farm, Nera River Nature Park, Umbria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 minutes (no soaking required)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Umbrian lentils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e May contain traces of gluten and soy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SPECIALITY FINE FOOD TRADERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55652730274177,"sku":"BARTLE500","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/files\/BartoliniUmbrianLentils500g_Organic_Italy_FINE_WILD.jpg?v=1778940732"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/0862\/0858\/collections\/Truffle_Risotto_Lifestyle_Image_FINE_WILD_UK.jpg?v=1777212902","url":"https:\/\/www.fineandwild.com\/collections\/rice-grains-pulses.oembed","provider":"FINE \u0026 WILD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}