Description: Nutmeg is the seed of a plant that grows in the Moluccas (Indonesia) and on some islands of New Guinea, but it is also cultivated in other tropical countries. .
Characteristics: a widely used ingredient in herbal remedies, thanks to its digestive properties.
Special features: it has a refined flavor, sweet and exotic, with a slightly spicy aroma.
How to use: It is widely used in cooking, especially in desserts and puddings. It is also used in meat and cheese fillings for ravioli, tortellini or cannelloni. Ideal as an addition to cocktails and alcoholic drinks.
Montosco
Montosco is a premium Italian brand of herbs and spices, known for its 100% natural, high-quality products, and part of the La Collina Toscana S.r.l. group. Based in Italy, the company focuses on combining traditional, sustainable farming with modern technology to deliver fresh, intense flavors from field to table.
It has over 25 years of experience in the food industry. It was founded with the mission of preserving the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine through sustainable and natural methods.
The company's production plant is located close to its fields, mainly in Calabria, which allows the herbs to be processed within 24 hours of harvest to guarantee maximum freshness.
Montosco is strongly committed to sustainability, using 100% recyclable and eco-friendly packaging, such as glass jars and specially designed refillable grinders.
Besides Italian staples such as oregano, rosemary and basil, they offer a wide range of international spices and salts. The brand is known for its stylish and functional packaging, suited to both home cooks and professionals.
The brand has expanded globally, with a significant presence in the USA, supplying partners such as Wegmans. In 2021 La Collina Toscana won the Italian Food Award at Anuga in the Spices category for its line
