Balsamic vinegar, a condiment cherished for its unique flavor profile, finds its origins in the heart of Italy. This revered ingredient, known for its sweet, tart, and subtly woody notes, has long been a staple in culinary traditions. At the heart of its creation is the simple grape, transformed through age-old processes into the balsamic vinegar....

Acetaia Giusti concluded 2023 with a record-breaking turnover of 17 million euros, marking an unprecedented achievement for this historic Italian company. With a rich heritage spanning 400 years and the esteemed title of the oldest producer of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, last year Acetaia Giusti witnessed a remarkable surge in business volume, boas...

There have always been different types of vinegar made from grape must in Modena, which have developed in accordance with the history of various recipes, different methods of preparation and aging. The origin of these products dates back to ancient Roman traditions. The term balsamic is relatively young, however, and was used for the first time in...

We don’t need to tell you that Italian cuisine is so much more than just pizza and pasta. Each region in Italy, from Lombardy in the north to Sicily in the south, offers its own unique culinary treasures that are steeped in centuries-old traditions, offering a true treat to the palates of food lovers worldwide. With this in mind, here’s our roundup...

Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena PDO (traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena) has made its debut in Boston, one of the United States’ oldest cities, at an exclusive masterclass tailored for retailers, chefs, and influential figures within the American food and wine industry. Enrico Corsini, President of the Protection Consortium, expressed, “...

You’ve likely mixed balsamic vinegar into a salad dressing or drizzled a little over some fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, but how much do you actually know about that bottle sitting in your pantry? As it turns out, there are many different types of balsamic vinegar that vary widely in terms of both quality and price, ranging from a few dollars for a...

In 2022, the new Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Pgi Agribusiness District was included in the National List of Agribusiness Districts Pdo/Pgi agrifood product by production value (source: Consortium for the Protection of Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, data 2021). THE NEW DISTRICT FOR TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA PDOAlbeit a niche production the...

The San Francisco Bay Area is a mecca for foodies and wine lovers with upscale grocery stores in every neighborhood. Retailers such as Whole Foods, Mollie Stone’s, Draeger’s and Lunardi’s have multiple locations in the densely populated thirty-five-mile peninsula located South of San Francisco. With warm lighting and neutral colors, Whole Foods in...

The debut event dedicated to Italy's "Black Gold" unfolded from October 31st to November 6th and featured partnerships with prominent restaurants spanning the city, whose chefs dished out original dishes showcasing the Italian staple. Voted on via the restaurants' social media channels, the winners of LA Balsamic Week 2022 are La Puglia (Wood-fired...

It all began with the union of two families in 1931: the wedding of Santina Montorsi and Celestino Sereni in the highlands of Modena brought the Aceto Balsamico production to life, which is still active today, four generations later, at Acetaia Sereni. La batteria (literally “battery”, but a term used for the set of barrels containing balsamic vine...