Sample our products alongside 80 Italian wine and food producers.

Mercato Brands is happy to participate in the 2023 Italian Christmas Market in Chelsea., organised by Il Circolo and in support of great causes.

Puglia Sapori took home GOLD at the 2023 Free From Awards held in London on June 8. The only Gluten Free Tarallini in the UK won the praises (and tastebuds) of the FFFA judging panel.

Vermouth, a fortified wine flavoured with botanicals, has become a popular aperitif in recent years. Its complex flavours and aromas make it a versatile ingredient in cocktails, but it's also enjoyable on its own. When it comes to food pairings, vermouth can be paired with a wide range of dishes to create a perfect balance of flavours.

Amaro, as you may know, is a bitter, herbal liqueur that has been enjoyed in Italy and other parts of Europe for centuries. It is typically consumed as a digestif, after a meal, to aid in digestion and provide a satisfying finish to a meal. But, did you know that amaro can also be paired with food?

Gin is a versatile spirit that can be paired with a wide range of foods, from light appetisers to hearty main courses. Whether you prefer your gin with a classic tonic or in a cocktail, there are certain food pairings that can enhance the flavours of both the gin and the dish.

Beer and food pairing is an art form that has been practiced for centuries. Beer enthusiasts know that the right beer can elevate the flavours of your meal, just like wine. We'll take a look at which foods pair well with four popular styles of beer: blond, ale, amber, and strong.

One of the most well-known tales by Kipling tells the story of an English nobleman who is riding his horse along an exotic Indian path. He is accompanied by his future wife, heading towards the most exclusive place in the town: Peliti's Restaurant.

Amaro shares a similar background to vermouth: a wine fortified with a neutral spirit (often made from grapes), and macerated with herbs, roots, flowers, bark, and citrus blends, before being aged.

We all know the main flavouring in all gins is juniper. Its berries contribute a dry, fragrant, herbal aroma with notes of pine and lavender. We believe the best quality Juniper berries can be found in the hills in Tuscany, Italy.

Ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails have become one of the beverage industry’s biggest success stories in recent years. Mainstream players, craft brands, and even bartenders created premium RTD cocktails and the category started to take off.

Still looking to Belgium or Germany for the latest in craft artisan beer trends. You may be looking in the wrong place. Think Italia!