{"product_id":"mostarda-pear-casa-forcello®","title":"Mostarda Pear Casa Forcello® | Candied Pear \u0026 Mustard Condiment from Mantova, Lombardia (4.9 oz)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSweet Heat from Mantova — A Condiment with Centuries of History\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMostarda\u003c\/em\u003e (moh-STAR-dah) is one of Italy's most ancient and misunderstood condiments — a brilliant marriage of sweetness and fire that has graced the tables of Lombardia for centuries. \u003cstrong\u003eCasa Forcello's Pear Mostarda\u003c\/strong\u003e is a masterclass in this tradition: \u003cstrong\u003ehand-cut pieces of candied local pears\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserved in their own juices, then brought alive with drops of a \u003cstrong\u003every concentrated, potent mustard extract\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a condiment that is simultaneously sweet, chunky, fresh, and fiery — unlike anything else in your pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBehind every jar is \u003cstrong\u003ePaola Calciolari\u003c\/strong\u003e, a former pharmacist who left her secure career to follow her true passion: producing the traditional condiments of \u003cstrong\u003eMantova, Lombardia\u003c\/strong\u003e, using her grandmother's handwritten recipes. Her mostardas are made entirely by hand, sourcing locally harvested fruit and candying each piece in its own juices — a highly labor-intensive process that produces results far superior to any commercial mostarda on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Cut Candied Pears\u003c\/strong\u003e — locally sourced, sliced and candied in their own juices for extraordinary freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotent Mustard Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e — a very concentrated, spicy mustard oil that delivers a sharp, sinus-clearing heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrandmother's Recipe\u003c\/strong\u003e — traditional Mantova mostarda-making, unchanged for generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraordinarily Chunky \u0026amp; Fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing like the thin, syrupy commercial versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet \u0026amp; Fiery Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e — the defining characteristic of a great mostarda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweet, jammy candied pear with a sudden, sharp mustard heat that builds on the palate and clears the sinuses in the most pleasurable way. The contrast between the fruit's gentle sweetness and the mustard's fierce intensity is what makes mostarda one of Italy's most addictive condiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheese boards\u003c\/strong\u003e — the classic pairing with Genuine Fulvi® Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano Reggiano, or aged Grana Padano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharcuterie\u003c\/strong\u003e — alongside Prosciutto San Daniele, Culatello, or Mortadella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted meats\u003c\/strong\u003e — the traditional Lombard pairing with bollito misto, roasted pork, or braised veal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanini \u0026amp; sandwiches\u003c\/strong\u003e — spread inside a prosciutto and Brie panino for an instant upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoie gras \u0026amp; pâté\u003c\/strong\u003e — the sweet-spicy contrast cuts through rich, fatty preparations beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Casa Forcello — Paola Calciolari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mantova, Lombardia, Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.9 oz (139g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candied Pears, Mustard Extract\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVendor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicola's Marketplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nicola's Marketplace","offers":[{"title":"4.9 Ounces","offer_id":46598405324989,"sku":"sku-41667763896478","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/1924\/3965\/files\/mostarda-pear-casa-forcello-212779.jpg?v=1775352399","url":"https:\/\/dantefinefoods.com\/products\/mostarda-pear-casa-forcello%c2%ae","provider":"Dante Fine foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}