GINO D’ACAMPO

Buon appetito!

Want to bring a touch of Italy to your kitchen in mere moments? TV chef and presenter Gino D’Acampo tells us about some of his favourite must-buys from his range, and the inspiration behind them…

Nice slice

‘Who doesn’t enjoy a pizza night? This recipe is inspired by one that my Nonna Flora taught me when I was a little boy growing up in Naples – it takes me straight back to her kitchen. Wood- red pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella pearls and sweet cherry tomatoes – it’s the real avour of Naples.’ Gino D’Acampo My Nonna’s Pizza Margherita, £3.25/421g

Passata perfetta

‘One of my favourite things to do is raid the cupboard and get creative when I’m cooking. It’s a very Italian way to cook but you do absolutely need a few key ingredients – always good quality olive oil, garlic and some organic passata. The sweetness of the tomatoes we use in this passata is what brings such an intense avour through for pizzas, lasagnes, ragus or pasta sauces. Bellissimo!’ Gino D’Acampo Organic Passata, £1.25/500g

Risotto supreme Bella pasta

‘In Italy, we love our pasta – you’ll see it on most menus wherever you are in the country. This ravioli is just like what we would eat in my family – little parcels lled with tender beef, pork and plenty of Vino Chianti. I’m getting hungry just thinking about it!’ Gino D’Acampo Beef & Vino Chianti PDO

Ravioli, £3.25/250g

‘I adore risotto – and this recipe from my Mamma is di erent. It is unusual for risotto to have a tomato sauce, but this was one of her specials, using le over tomato sauce from other dishes. Lovely succulent chicken sits on top and a sprinkle of pecorino – I love it! Grazie mille Mamma…’ Gino D’Acampo Mamma’s Chicken Risotto, £4.50/400g

Salute! ‘In Italy, il pranzo (or lunch) is never rushed and we will have a glass of wine as we eat. This refreshing, crisp white is just perfect with pasta and seafood. It is a wonderful aperitif and all-round party drink too if you like a white you can rely on!’ Gino D’Acampo Pinot Grigio, £6/75cl