Antipasti & Tapenade

Mixed mushrooms, artichokes, mini-gherkins and sundried tomatoes, along with green and black olives are seasoned with extra virgin olive oil and the finest spices. We recommend enjoying this antipasto mix with a slice of crusty bread and a selection of charcuterie and cheeses.

We pride ourselves on only using the highest-quality tomatoes in our Diforti products, and these semi-dried beauties are no exception. These tomatoes keep their sweet and full flavour and are enhanced by Diforti’s marinating expertise and the addition of garlic and oregano. Our semi-dried tomatoes are a delicious addition to hot pasta dishes or as pizza toppings and are guaranteed to give your party food selection that particular extra.

One of the best loved and well-known ingredients from Sicily are their flavour bursting cherry tomatoes, a true gem of authentic Italian food creations. With hints of garlic and oregano, each cherry tomato will bring Italian happiness to your plate, no matter whether you add it to your pasta salad or to your panini.

Based on a recipe from our grandfather created more than 100 years ago, these sundried tomatoes are a true gem of authentic Italian food. Our full-flavoured tomatoes are dried in the Sicilian sunshine according to ancient traditions and then refined with grated vegetarian Gran Moravia cheese and the finest of fresh basil leaves. Best enjoyed as part of a colourful antipasto platter or mixed into a pasta salad, this traditional family recipe is guaranteed to give you a boost of Italian sunshine.

The heart of these artichokes has a tender consistency and a rich flavour, which are enhanced with herbs and oil, rendering this an aromatic staple of party food. Enjoy these artichoke hearts as simple appetisers, best paired with creamy buffalo mozzarella or as an exciting finish to your homemade pizza. No matter the occasion, these delicious antipasti can be enjoyed all year round.

One of the most popular Sicilian antipasti, chargrilled artichokes are always an excellent addition to the dinner table. The process of chargrilling artichokes enhances the flavour and adds a smoky dimension, which is topped off by marinating them in herbs and oils. This flavoursome dish is an authentic Italian food addition to sandwiches, salads or pasta dishes that will instantly transport you to the beautiful Italian countryside.

An authentic Italian food staple, these succulent gherkins are marinated in our signature blend of herbs and spices and topped off with our finest olive oil, bringing them to the next level. Versatile in their usage, these mini gherkins are delicious whether used as part of an antipasti platter, in a sandwich or added to your healthy salad and are the perfect accompaniment to a cold glass of Prosecco.

A delicious combination of cultivated straw mushrooms and button mushrooms marinated with sweet peppers and seasoned with herbs. A delicious accompaniment to salads and an antipasti platter.

Garlic is an essential ingredient in the Sicilian kitchen – and not only due to its many health benefits! Prepared the Diforti way, these sweetly marinated cloves of garlic have a soft texture and are low in acidity, this combination is further elevated by a mixture of herbs and fresh red peppers. Enjoy this authentic Italian food staple on its own or with a mix of pickles!

Handpicked down to each individual fruit, we remove the stones and carefully crush our Kalamata olives, before blending them into a delectable paste with fresh garlic, fresh parsley, a hint of salt and a few drops of wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. The end result? A delectable tapenade that appeals to all palates and makes a compelling ingredient to add to your panini. This authentic Italian food pairs great with our grilled vegetable antipasti on our Italian crostini.

Ignite your inner fire with our hot Chilli tapenade, made from fresh, hand picked chillies, sea salt and flavoursome extra virgin olive oil. It’s as simple as that! Extremely versatile in its uses, try adding our chilli tapenade to your pasta dishes for an innovative twist, or simply drizzled over authentic Italian food staples, such as meat and vegetable antipasti.

When you buy Italian food online at Diforti, rest assured that quality is never compromised. Each and every one of the giant green olives that go into our tapenade are handpicked, before being carefully pitted and crushed into a rustic paste with the addition of fresh garlic, fresh parsley, a hint of salt and a few drops of wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Extremely versatile in its uses, try adding our green olive tapenade to pasta salads or as a spread for your sandwiches and paninis. The end result? A delectable tapenade that appeals to all palates and makes a compelling ingredient to add to your panini. Enjoy our Green Olive Tapenade together with our grilled vegetable antipasti on our Italian crostini breads.