Colavita, which began life as a small family olive mill over 70 years ago, is now a benchmark for the sector on both the Italian and international scene: passion, tenacity, enterprising spirit and on-going investment have turned it into a sound, successful business.

The particular nature of the land and the climate, the vegetation, the loving care of the farmers: these are the ingredients that make Colavita products true gourmet delights, the fruit of a concerted effort and a smooth blend of the local land, culture and people.

The Colavita family has founded its business on quality and tradition, specialising in the production of 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil and devoting its efforts to safeguarding and promoting this speciality and indeed Italian cultural and culinary heritage in general, taking it into kitchens worldwide.

A fantastic pasta recipe with Colavita products that you will find on Gourmet World store!

Try one of the most typical Italian pasta and eggplant dish created originally in Catania, Sicily. Macaroni, tomatoes, eggplant, ricotta cheese and basil. That simple and beautiful. You need this for dinner tonight!

INGREDIENTS:

500g Squisito Maccheroni Calabresi

3 tablespoon of Colavita or Ed'o PURE Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 eggplants chopped into 2cm chunks

2 garlic cloves finely sliced

1/2 bunch basil leaves

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon Colavita Capers

1 tbsp Colavita Red Wine Vinegar

50g grated Ricotta Salata cheese

700g tomato sauce