Cherry tomatoes from Afeltra are premium canned tomatoes produced by Premiato Pastificio Olimpio Afeltra, an artisanal company founded in 1848 in Gragnano, Campania.
Characteristics:
- Flavour & Texture: These tomatoes are plucked at peak ripeness, offering an intense, sweet flavour and a firm consistency.
- Appearance: They are brightly colored and fresh-looking.
- Processing: Afeltra uses a careful artisanal method, removing the skins with steam before immersing the peeled cherry tomatoes in a velvety passata (tomato juice).
- Purity: The product contains only cherry tomatoes and tomato juice, with no added preservatives or artificial additives.
Usage & Storage:
- Culinary Use: They are highly versatile and can be added whole to dishes for texture or crushed into a rich, fragrant sauce for pasta and pizza.
- Preparation: For a quick sauce, it is recommended to stir and cook them in a saucepan for approximately 5–10 minutes.
- Shelf Life: Once opened, they should be refrigerated and consumed within 3–4 days.

