Varzi Salami

Named after a small town in Lombardy, Varzi Salami or Salami di Varzi is a small culinary gem of charcuterie, and a classic of the Italian antipasto plate. It’s crafted out of pork meat that’s been coarsely ground, then seasoned with nutmeg and clove, for a warm, delicately spiced flavor that pairs wonderfully with the natural sweetness of the pork meat.

Dry and rugged, Varzi salami travels well, which makes it the perfect pick for picnics or long hikes. Equally delicious on a meat and cheese board – we prefer firm, bold cheeses like cheddar or Gouda to go with Varzi’s spiced flavor – or served sliced on a sandwich with Provolone or Swiss on a crusty baguette, perhaps with a bit of sweet honey mustard to temper the spices. Before serving, remove the casing by scoring it with a knife and peeling it back – the casing is not edible.

Creminelli Fine Meats is an Italian-American company helmed by master artisan Cristiano Creminelli, a charcuterie expert with generations of fine Italian charcuterie-making hind him. The company uses animals that are raised in open pens, and never given any antibiotics, so you can buy this fine Varzi Salami online from Gourmet Food World knowing you are getting a natural, delicious product. Their love of their craft and the decades of tradition behind it are apparent in every bite of each of this delicious artisan salami.