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A Passion for Specialty Ingredients Like many that trace their heritage back to the old country, a love of authentic food has been a tradition in the Cervasi family since the 1900 s.

Though it has been a way of life for centuries, to talk about the ingredients in traditional Sicilian cooking is like reading a contemporary food guide for the trends in eating well today.

2 A Passion for Specialty Ingredients Like many that trace their heritage back to the old country, a love of authentic food has been a tradition in the Cervasi family since the 1900 s. We can trace our family roots to Sicily, which is an underlying theme in the selection, quality and variety of products we offer. Though it has been a way of life for centuries, to talk about the ingredients in traditional Sicilian cooking is like reading a contemporary food guide for the trends in eating well today. Sicilian style is known for its bold, fresh flavors. And given the country s natural territory, climate and geographic proximity to so many other interesting food cultures, it has never really been necessary to complicate their recipes with anything other than high quality, simple ingredients. Therefore, more than a single category of food, Cervasi has always been a great ingredient company. Our offerings concentrate on the food styles we have known from our heritage, but celebrates the adaptation of these foods into contemporary culture. This love of simple, high quality food goes into our entire line, where we ve sourced and selected items that we d be proud to serve on our own table, like: imported Italian Pasta, Italian Olive Oils, Balsamic and Wine Vinegars, Quality Vegetables, Spices and Seasonings, Artisan and Aged cheeses, Olives and Antipasti items and more. Product Availability Cervasi products are available in both retail and food service packs and are available for nationwide distribution. For more information visit cervasi.com 1

Italian Pasta IMPORTED PASTA Italian Pasta is a fundamental component of the Mediterranean diet.

And with the high-quality of Cervasi, it s no wonder that our pasta is the authentic Italian choice for home cooks and

Made from 100% Durum Semolina, which gives it its golden color, our time honored recipe and the high-quality die process

With a full range of popular cuts available, great pasta can inspire simple, amazing recipes for just about anyone.

.. Fusilli with Spinach A nice light dish with spinach, tomatoes and Asiago cheese.

3 Italian Pasta IMPORTED PASTA Italian Pasta is a fundamental component of the Mediterranean diet. With its many shapes and textures, pasta provides an endless number of meal solutions. And with the high-quality of Cervasi, it s no wonder that our pasta is the authentic Italian choice for home cooks and chefs alike. Cervasi Pasta is a product of Italy. Made from 100% Durum Semolina, which gives it its golden color, our time honored recipe and the high-quality die process produces a flavorful pasta with the texture and body to maintain firmness in cooking and literally stick to the sauce. With a full range of popular cuts available, great pasta can inspire simple, amazing recipes for just about anyone. Sicilian Cooking Check out Cervasi.com for some time-honored family recipes, like... Fusilli with Spinach A nice light dish with spinach, tomatoes and Asiago cheese. Ditali é Fagioli A hearty vegetable soup. Lasagna Lasagna it seems is a pasta class all to itself. This wide, flat pasta shape is possibly one of the oldest of the types and is often solely associated with its namesake dish, layered ribbons in sheets between sauce, meat or vegetarian ingredients and cheeses. Lasagna oz

Long Cuts From Spaghettini to Fettuccini, long cut pasta can be used for a wide variety of sauces, as well as in

Capellini N.1 Spaghettini N.2 Spaghetti N.3 Linguine N.13 Fettuccini N.

alone star of a meal. Rigatoni N.31 Roman Rigatoni N.32 Penne Zite N.37 Penne Zite Rigate N.37B Cut Fusilli N.

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4 Long Cuts From Spaghettini to Fettuccini, long cut pasta can be used for a wide variety of sauces, as well as in salads and stir-fry. The quality drying process used ensures great texture and a quality finish with every dish. Capellini N.1 Spaghettini N.2 Spaghetti N.3 Linguine N.13 Fettuccini N IMPORTED PASTA Short Cuts Short cut pasta can make a whole host of fantastic recipes quick and easy. The flexibility of these cuts can lend themselves to being used as ingredients, side dishes or becoming the stand alone star of a meal. Rigatoni N.31 Roman Rigatoni N.32 Penne Zite N.37 Penne Zite Rigate N.37B Cut Fusilli N.40 Cavatappi N.59 Elbow N B Specialty Cuts Specialty cuts have evolved over the years to bring sauce, ingredients and pasta together in great new ways. These cuts are great in soups, salads and the American staple macaroni and cheese. Shells N.48 Orzo N.55 Wagon Wheel N.63 Bowtie N.160 Cappelini D Angelo Nido N.265 Fettuccini Nido N oz oz

Aged Vinegars AGED VINEGAR Aged vinegars that exhibit complex, but mellow flavors are a staple in the Mediterranean diet.

Quality makes the difference in Cervasi vinegars, produced under the time-honored, exacting manufacturing standards that have

Balsamic Vinegar Our authentic Italian Balsamic Vinegar of Modena has been produced according to traditional methods.

sour. Balsamic Vinegar Bottle Balsamic Vinegar Jug White Balsamic Vinegar Jug 6-500 ml 2-5 ltr 2-5 ltr 01041504 01041505

Original Balsamic Glaze. Excellent used in recipes or drizzled on a piece of crusty bread as well on salads and cheeses.

s authentic Italian wine vinegars have been produced according to traditional methods of aging select wine in wooden barrels.

5 Aged Vinegars AGED VINEGAR Aged vinegars that exhibit complex, but mellow flavors are a staple in the Mediterranean diet. Commonly used in vinaigrettes and other dressings, sauces, marinades and condiments. Quality makes the difference in Cervasi vinegars, produced under the time-honored, exacting manufacturing standards that have been followed in Italy for centuries. Balsamic Vinegar Our authentic Italian Balsamic Vinegar of Modena has been produced according to traditional methods. Made from fermented, concentrated grape must and aged in Oak casks that give it a perfect flavor proportion between sweet and sour. Balsamic Vinegar Bottle Balsamic Vinegar Jug White Balsamic Vinegar Jug ml 2-5 ltr 2-5 ltr Vinegar Glaze Made from a reduction of high quality Balsamic Vinegar, garnish almost any dish like a chef with tasty Original Balsamic Glaze. Excellent used in recipes or drizzled on a piece of crusty bread as well on salads and cheeses. Original Balsamic Glaze Bottle Original Balsamic Glaze Squeeze Bottle ml ml Wine Vinegars Cervasi s authentic Italian wine vinegars have been produced according to traditional methods of aging select wine in wooden barrels. Some sedimentation is natural and guarantees this vinegar is made from 100% wine. White Wine Vinegar Bottle Red Wine Vinegar Bottle Red Wine Vinegar Jug White Wine Vinegar Jug Sherry Wine Vinegar Jug ml ml 2-5 ltr 2-5 ltr 2-5 ltr

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cervasi Extra Virgin Olive Oil is authentic Italian oil, a product of Italy that meets the International Olive

Made from the first cold pressing of top quality hand-selected Italian olives, it has a pure, flavorful taste and aroma.

For recipes not requiring the crisp aroma of Extra Virgin oil, we also offer pure and blended oils that provide the great resilient

6 Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cervasi Extra Virgin Olive Oil is authentic Italian oil, a product of Italy that meets the International Olive Councils (IOC) specifications for Extra Virgin. Made from the first cold pressing of top quality hand-selected Italian olives, it has a pure, flavorful taste and aroma. It is perfect for dressings, dipping, sauces, cooking, sautéing and more. For recipes not requiring the crisp aroma of Extra Virgin oil, we also offer pure and blended oils that provide the great resilient properties, but with slightly less olive influence to the dish. Extra Virgin Olive Oil Bottle Extra Virgin Olive Oil Bottle Extra Virgin Olive Oil Bottle Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tin Pomace Olive Oil Tin 75C/25V Blended Oil Jug ml ml ml 35 lb EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 5

ARTICHOKES Artichokes The artichoke has been an important winter vegetable in Mediterranean cultures throughout history.

The artichoke has vitamin A, B1, B2 and C, and contains more minerals than any other vegetable or fruit.

plants resulting in a crisp clean taste, but soft texture.

and then cook them twice to give them the perfect tenderness.

Artichoke with Stems 12-14 oz 12-14 oz 12-14 oz 6-3 kg 6-3 kg 2-5.

7 ARTICHOKES Artichokes The artichoke has been an important winter vegetable in Mediterranean cultures throughout history. Its tender texture and flavorful taste adds complexity to simple dishes. The artichoke has vitamin A, B1, B2 and C, and contains more minerals than any other vegetable or fruit. Cervasi artichoke hearts, the tender edible portions of the inner yellow leaves that encircle the cavity, come from young plants resulting in a crisp clean taste, but soft texture. We harvest these at just the right time, pack them with just bit of salt and citric acid to preserve their color and taste, and then cook them twice to give them the perfect tenderness. Natural Pack Artichokes Quartered Artichoke Whole Artichoke Artichoke Bottoms Artichoke Quartered Artichoke Pieces Artichoke with Stems oz oz oz 6-3 kg 6-3 kg lb Marinated Artichokes Marinated for a savory taste, these quartered artichokes are ideal for pizza toppings, party dips like spinach and artichoke, appetizers or salad complements. You ll find them bursting with rich, pure flavor. Marinated Artichokes 5/7 ct Marinated Artichokes 5/7 ct oz oz

Tomatoes Cervasi tomatoes are rich, hand-selected tomatoes that add the

Tomato Italian Cut Tomato Whole Peeled Tomato Puree Tomato Crushed Tomato

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Selections include natural and fire roasted.

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8 Tomatoes Cervasi tomatoes are rich, hand-selected tomatoes that add the desired flavor to soups, stews or your favorite Italian sauce. Tomato Italian Cut Tomato Whole Peeled Tomato Puree Tomato Crushed Tomato Paste 26% Tomato Diced in Juice Imported Tomato Peeled with Basil CANNED ITEMS Red Peppers Large red sweet bell peppers add tangy flavor and brilliant color to a number of dishes. Cervasi red peppers are peeled, sliced and packed in brine. Selections include natural and fire roasted. Red Pepper Strips in Brine Roasted Red Pepper Roasted Red Pepper Strips Cipollini Onions The renowned Borettane onion grown along the Po river in Northern Italy. These cipollini onions are sweet with a balsamic flair, crunchy and addictive. Cipollini Onions in Balsamic Vinegar 2-3 kg

Artisan Style Cheese ARTISAN CHEESES Most of the treasured methods and recipes in cheese making can be traced to ancient Italy, where the Romans developed specific processes, treatments and cures to

From strongly flavored to aromatic and pleasantly sharp, Cervasi cheeses follow the time honored process of Italian cheese making.

9 Artisan Style Cheese ARTISAN CHEESES Most of the treasured methods and recipes in cheese making can be traced to ancient Italy, where the Romans developed specific processes, treatments and cures to develop unique flavors in their cheeses. We feature a range of cave-aged, hard grating Italian cheeses that complement the focus we have on building easy, crowd-pleasing meals in no time. From strongly flavored to aromatic and pleasantly sharp, Cervasi cheeses follow the time honored process of Italian cheese making. Traditional Italian Cheese - Bulk Shaved Caesar Blend Bag Grated Romano Bag Shredded Parmesan Bag Shredded Romano Bag Grated Parmesan Bag 4-5 lb 4-5 lb 4-5 lb 4-5 lb 4-5 lb Traditional Italian Cheese - Wedges Grana Padano Parmigiano Reggiano Pecorino Romano 9 lb 11 lb 10 lb

Italian Bruschetta Bruschetta are the perfect crusty bread

olive oils and other gourmet appetizers.

round, made from genuine high-quality ingredients.

Our tapenade combines three varieties of Mediterranean

Ideally, this recipe tastes best served atop of a Cervasi

Traditional Olive Tapenade Olive Tapenade with Feta 8-8 oz

one of the most overlooked specialty food ingredients.

10 Italian Bruschetta Bruschetta are the perfect crusty bread pairing for exquisite antipasti items like meats, cheeses, olive oils and other gourmet appetizers. Cervasi Bruschetta is an authentic baked Italian bread round, made from genuine high-quality ingredients. Traditional Rosemary Garlic oz oz oz DELI ITEMS Olive Tapenade Our tapenade combines three varieties of Mediterranean olives for a truly flavorful addition to any appetizer plate. Ideally, this recipe tastes best served atop of a Cervasi Bruschetta with a thin layer of cheese. Traditional Olive Tapenade Olive Tapenade with Feta 8-8 oz 8-8 oz Lemon Juice Lemon juice is often one of the most overlooked specialty food ingredients. A good source of vitamin C and has powerful antioxidant qualities, lemon juice also contains vitamin B1, B2, and Niacin. Lemon Juice oz Olive Tapenade on Bruschetta Full Recipe Online 9

OLIVES & ANTIPASTI Olives & Antipasti Antipasti is the traditional first course of an Italian meal.

Our antipasti offering includes authentic products from countries all over the world.

plates or try something new as an ingredient in pasta dishes, salads and pizzas.

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11 OLIVES & ANTIPASTI Olives & Antipasti Antipasti is the traditional first course of an Italian meal. It might include olives, marinated vegetables and peppers, cured meats and assorted cheeses. Our antipasti offering includes authentic products from countries all over the world. The fun in Antipasti is mixing and matching the wide variety high-quality items available to create a platter, select items for small plates or try something new as an ingredient in pasta dishes, salads and pizzas. Pitted Olives Jumbo Green Sicilian Extra Large Pitted Kalamata Extra Large Pitted Kalamata Tub Nicoise 5 gal Stuffed Olives Pimento Stuffed Queen Blue Cheese Stuffed Green Feta Cheese Stuffed Green Garlic Stuffed Green Olives with Pits Jumbo Kalamata Spicy Calabrese Alfonso Jumbo Green Sicilian Castelvetrano Moroccan Oil Cured Imported Gaeta Red Cerignola Green Cerignola Mediterranean Medley Black Cerignola lb kg

Olive Mixes Italian Olive Salad Hot Pitted Salad Mescolanza Italiano Picante Olives Feta Olive Salad Country Pitted Salad Olive Tapenade *special order Marinated Mushrooms Salad

Caperberries with Stems Capers Capote Capers Non-Pariels Cornichons Dolmas Giardiniera Marinated Mushrooms Pepperoncini 2-6.56 lb 2-6.56 lb 6-2 lb 6-2 lb 6-2 lb 2-5.5 lb 6-4.

Olive & Antipasti Bar Bringing together the mix and match selections of Olives and Antipasti items is an ideal way to promote specialty offerings in a self-serve setting in the

12 Olive Mixes Italian Olive Salad Hot Pitted Salad Mescolanza Italiano Picante Olives Feta Olive Salad Country Pitted Salad Olive Tapenade *special order Marinated Mushrooms Salad lb OLIVES & ANTIPASTI Vegetables Fresh Garlic & Peppers Red Peppadew TM Goldew Peppadew TM Caperberries with Stems Capers Capote Capers Non-Pariels Cornichons Dolmas Giardiniera Marinated Mushrooms Pepperoncini lb lb 6-2 lb 6-2 lb 6-2 lb lb lb *Peppadew is a trademark of Peppadew International (Pty.) Ltd. Olive & Antipasti Bar Bringing together the mix and match selections of Olives and Antipasti items is an ideal way to promote specialty offerings in a self-serve setting in the retail deli or incorporated into food service programs that focus on high quality specialty items. Contact your Cervasi representative for more details on setting up a full Cervasi Olive & Antipasti Program. 11

BULK SAUCES Bulk Sauce Consistency is a key in

highest quality, authentic-recipe ingredients

create palate pleasing dishes every time.

Sauce (heat in bag) Marinara Sauce (heat in bag)

Asian Sauces Unagi Sauce 2-1 gal 01140044

13 BULK SAUCES Bulk Sauce Consistency is a key in food service operations, both for food quality and cost control. Our line of bulk Cervasi sauces use only the highest quality, authentic-recipe ingredients and are produced in small-batch processes to create palate pleasing dishes every time. Italian Sauces Pasta Sauce (heat in bag) Alfredo Sauce (heat in bag) Marinara Sauce (heat in bag) Pizza Sauce Asian Sauces Unagi Sauce 2-1 gal Teriyaki Hispanic Sauces Mild Salsa Hot Salsa Mild Picante Salsa

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