Italian cuisine is one of the oldest and most revered in the world, and some of the dishes we enjoy today, such as polenta, remain virtually unchanged compared to when they were first prepared for Roman soldiers some 2,000 years ago. Originally brought from the Americas by European explorers, tomatoes – or ‘golden apples’ – thrived in the Italian climate and quickly flourished to become a common and vital ingredient in the daily meals cooked by Italians.

The influence of tomatoes on Italian cuisine is undeniable. Bringing versatility and rich, deep colours to enhance countless dishes that remain popular worldwide – from top-tier restaurants to everyday home cooking – no ingredient has defined Italian cuisine more than the tomato, and this is where Cirio’s expertise lies.

As the brand of choice for ‘Tomato Fashionados’, Cirio exceeds the demands and expectations of professional chefs and families alike through its passion and dedication to perfection, bringing the most authentic taste of Italy to any recipe.