Antipasti/Appetizers begin almost every meal in Italy. Whether something very simple, such as a thin slice of cheese, an anchovy or two, and a pepper preserved in vinegar or a table laden with a dozen or more dishes—hot and cold—antipasti at the table tells us it’s time to “whet our appetites”. There’s a real meal coming up! These “bites” are always eaten at the table, are usually salty and accompanied with a good wine, never with “cocktails”.

Lovera’s “originals” are created from Sam’s own family’s recipes, and include peppers in oil & vinegar, asperagi, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, artichokes, zucchini, okra and more. Also in this category, you’ll find wonderful Italian “imports”—caponata (from Southern Italy), cipolline in olio, mushrooms, and an outstanding variety of olives. Enjoy the marvelous array of Lovera's Antipasti selections to create your own amazing antipasti table!