Taggiasca olives: the authentic touch in Genoese pesto

Welcome to the world of Taggiasca olives, the little giants of Ligurian cuisine! Today we will explore l&' origin and the fundamental role of these olives that make Genoese pesto authentic

Get ready for a culinary journey into the heart of Liguria, a land of authentic flavors and unforgettable dishes.

Taggiasca olives and their native land

Taggiasca olives owe their name to the picturesque Ligurian village of Taggia, located between the hills and the sea.

These small, dark olives are carefully cultivated in this region thanks to the temperate climate and fertile soil. Their rich flavor and slightly bitter aftertaste are a unique result of &' Ligurian

environment.

Genoese pesto: a marriage of flavors

Now, let's get into the heart of our culinary journey: Genoese pesto.

This vibrant green sauce is a symphony of fresh ingredients, including basil, pine nuts, garlic, d& #39 oil; olive, and, of course, Taggiasca olives.

These small gems give pesto its characteristic balance of flavor, a touch of bitterness and just the right touch of salinity that make it so irresistible.

L&' authenticity on your plate

But what makes Genoese pesto authentic? It is the combination of high-quality ingredients and the Ligurian culinary tradition

Taggiasca olives are an essential element of this authenticity.

When you put a serving of Genoese pesto on your trophies, you are celebrating a recipe that has stood the test of time, keeping alive its genuineness and flavor.

Taggiasca olives are the best kept secret of Genoese pesto.

The next time you sit at the table with a plate of trofie with pesto, you will know that you are enjoying a culinary tradition that embraces centuries of Ligurian flavors.

Angela Cordioli