Casa Rinaldi Breadsticks with Garlic

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

Long, thin sticks of crisp, dry bread, the grissini is found in every Italian dining table. These breadsticks from Casa Rinaldi are made using a traditional Italian recipe, giving them that classic elegant aroma and taste. They’re pleasant on the nose, with sharp hints of garlic. That follows through to its flavor, making them absolutely delicious to eat on their own.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

The Casa Rinaldi Breadsticks with Garlic are very flavorful, making them great to snack on. Enjoy them as appetizer, with some tapenades or dips. Serve them in place of bread with soups, salads, and pastas.

FROM SOLUTION TO STAR QUALITY

The story goes that grissini was birthed in Piedmont, Italy in the 17th century. Created by a baker from Turin, Antonio Brunero, the grissini was intended for the son of King Victor Emanuel II, who was suspected to have a digestive disorder. The grissini was a light, crisp bread that was meant to help the young duke digest easier.

There is no evidence of whether or not it actually worked to improve the duke’s digestion, but the grissini grew in popularity, with bakeries attempting to outdo each other with the longest, thinnest breadsticks. Today, grissini is a staple on the Italian dinner table.

Storage Instructions

Store your breadsticks/grissini in an airtight container at room temperature. Consume within 1 month.