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Terre del Bosco originates from a family tradition, that of the passion for rice and for the cultivation of land by the Piccolboni family, which has been dedicated to farming for three generations, respecting the earth and seasonality.
Tradition and passion are part of the history of the Piccolboni Agricultural Company, which produces classic rice varieties from the plains of Verona, including Vialone Nano and Carnaroli rice under the unique brand and symbol of quality Terre del Bosco.
Terre del Bosco originates from a family story: from grandfather Gelmino to son Fabio, a tobacco producer, to grandson Mattia. The story of Terre del Bosco is a true family vocation for agriculture, which, thanks to this dedication, has given rise to a modern company that pays attention to product quality, the most innovative technologies, energy saving, and respect for the environment.
Mattia Piccolboni from the Piccolboni Agricultural Company, with the Terre del Bosco brand, is responsible for the production, packaging, and sale of Vialone Nano and Carnaroli rice varieties. Terre del Bosco is located in the typical area for rice production, cultivated in irrigated areas with spring water: the upper hydrographic basin of the Tartaro river.
Everything that makes up Terre del Bosco represents thirty years of care, passion, and respect for the land: every stage of processing is carried out with care, resulting in a product of absolute quality.
The mission of the Piccolboni Agricultural Company is to spread the culture of rice and risotto in Italy and around the world, with continuous innovations to meet the needs of the modern consumer; that's why products like Risottini have been created, made specifically for those who want to enjoy true specialties but don't have much time to spend in the kitchen. All with the goal of complete customer satisfaction.
That's why the company, thanks to experience, has developed the most precious rice varieties to satisfy market demand, offering high-quality products that are tasty, easy, and quick to prepare.
Production is focused on the two main rice categories, Vialone Nano, recognized as I.G.P., and Carnaroli. Both are processed using the traditional method, which does not completely remove the outer husks, resulting in a semi-processed product with an amber color that retains all the flavor of tradition and the full taste of rice. This characteristic also provides better cooking resilience.
Both Vialone Nano and Carnaroli are also available in whole grain form, obtained with a more selective classic milling that leaves a greater amount of husk on the rice. In addition to rice cultivation, which is the main focus, the Piccolboni Agricultural Company also deals with the production of other crops such as corn, wheat, and soybeans.
The products branded Terre del Bosco have characteristics that make them unmistakable, thanks to the attention paid to every stage of production, up to sale. The semi-processed Vialone Nano rice is the most loved in Venetian cuisine. Terre del Bosco honors this great protagonist with its expertise, allowing us to enjoy rice that is the result of a completely artisanal technique, with a rich flavor that only semi-processed rice can provide to the palate.
The Vialone Nano rice is perfect for typical Venetian recipes such as risotto all'isolana, or risotto with radicchio and Asiago, Amarone risotto, but also for creating fantastic light and tasty rice desserts for the whole family.
Vialone Nano rice is produced using an artisanal method to enhance all the organoleptic characteristics of the product. Typical of the areas of Verona and Mantua, it offers a superlative taste, ideal for creamy risottos, and for the traditional Mantuan pumpkin risotto. Try it also for rice desserts like cookies: it will give that crumbly texture typical of good homemade sweets!
Another great protagonist of Terre del Bosco is the Carnaroli rice, a high-quality rice variety, a heritage of Italian tradition: one of the best rices overall, highly appreciated even at the highest levels of restaurants. Carnaroli rice from Terre del Bosco guarantees perfect cooking resistance, and a high ability to blend and enhance flavors. That’s why it is perfect for creating risottos and truly special regional dishes.
Carnaroli rice is ideal for meat risottos, like the traditional risotto alla pilota, of pure Mantuan tradition. For its perfect cooking resistance that allows it to keep the grains whole and separate from each other, Carnaroli rice is excellent for summer rice salads.
The Carnaroli whole grain rice from Terre del Bosco is rich in fibers and nutrients, has a low glycemic index, and a high content of vitamins and minerals. In this special rice, there is a perfect combination of taste and wellness: an energy-packed flavor, particularly suitable for those who wish to follow a healthy and comprehensive diet, and for athletes.
The Venere rice from Terre del Bosco is a fine variety, produced only by a few select agricultural companies. Its unique coloration is due to the presence of polyphenolic molecules and anthocyanins, which have a notable antioxidant and anti-tumor effect. Try Venere rice and you will appreciate its unique and distinctive aroma as well. Venere rice is very versatile in the kitchen, also due to its cooking durability. It can also be an excellent substitute for bread, perfect for accompanying meat, fish, and vegetables, but it's also excellent for creating fantastic risottos with shrimp, zucchini, salmon, vegetables, pumpkin or for fresh summer salads.
The Ermes red rice from Terre del Bosco is a special variety obtained from the crossbreeding of Venere rice and an elongated grain rice. The red coloration comes from some natural pigments contained in the outer part of the hulled grain. Ermes red rice is rich in fibers, vitamins, minerals, and proteins, with low carbohydrate content and high antioxidant properties.
The Ermes red rice has a delicate aroma, is healthy and nutritious, perfect to enjoy seasoned with just a drizzle of oil. It’s suitable for rice salads, with raw or cooked vegetables, and pairs very well with fish or vegetables, to be consumed instead of bread.
The Risottini from Terre del Bosco are fantastic ideas for those who want to enjoy specialties at any moment, even when not all the ingredients are at home! The recipes are traditional, such as pumpkin risottino and speck and zucchini risottino, made with Carnaroli rice and designed specifically for those who wish to savor a special risotto but do not have much time to prepare it. With the Terre del Bosco specialties, it’s easy to enjoy an artisanal specialty, ready in just a few minutes of preparation!
Each package is suitable for two or three servings and takes about 15-18 minutes to prepare. Just bring about 750 ml of broth to a boil, pour in the contents of the packet, and bring back to boil while cooking on low heat, without the need to stir. At the end of cooking, you can season to taste with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of oil, and it’s done.
The Risottini from Terre del Bosco are made only with high-quality ingredients, to guarantee an excellent result, as per Italian gastronomic tradition.
Terre del Bosco is a name that evokes the genuineness of simple flavors, made with passion and craftsmanship, all to be savored!
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