Whole Datterini tomatoes naturally – The Sweet Jewels of the Italian Sun

Forget everything you know about tinned tomatoes. The Datterino is Italy’s most refined tomato: intensely sweet, rich in flavour and hand-selected by Kelvini for your pantry.

At Kelvini, Italian Artisan, we believe in ingredients that tell a story. The Datterino – named for its date-like shape and sugary flavour – is the tomato par excellence for the connoisseur. Unlike ordinary tomatoes, the Datterino has a natural, almost honey-like sweetness and a paper-thin skin that practically melts away during cooking.

These Datterini tomatoes from Sole e Sapori are processed ‘al naturale’: they are packed in their own sugar-free juice. No additives, no frills. The tomatoes are picked when they have reached peak ripeness and placed straight into the jar. Because they are processed whole, they retain that unique ‘bite’ so characteristic of this variety. It is the ingredient that instantly transforms a simple pasta dish or a homemade pizza into a restaurant-quality meal.

Why we chose this Datterini:

• Nature’s ‘Sugar Bomb’: A natural sweetness that makes the acidity of other tomato varieties unnecessary.

• Whole and Pure: As they are in the jar in their entirety, you retain the full texture and the maximum flavour experience.

• Kelvini’s Quality Label: We select only products that directly contribute to an authentic Italian taste experience, without any industrial processing.

• Culinary Versatility: Perfect for a quick pasta alla norma, as a base for an elegant fish sauce, or simply as a topping on focaccia.

Specifications:

• Selected by: Kelvini, Italian Artisan

• Contents: 580g (approx.)

• Ingredients: 100% Italian Datterini tomatoes, tomato juice.

• Origin: Italy (small-scale production).

• Storage instructions: Store in a cool, dark place. Once opened, keep in the fridge and consume within 3 days.

Kelvini’s Tip: Try the Datterino uncooked. Crush them lightly with a fork, mix them with some excellent extra virgin olive oil, a little fresh basil and a pinch of Maldon sea salt. Serve this over some toasted bruschetta. The natural sweetness of the Datterino, combined with the salt, creates an explosion of flavour you’ll never forget.