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Piccadilly Tomato 2.5 kg
Origin Sicily - Italy
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Features
- Variety and origin: Sicilian Piccadilly Tomatoes, grown in Sicily using integrated pest management and with no post-harvest treatments.
- Appearance and shape: small fruits, of regular oval shape and bright red colour.
- Flesh and flavour: sweet, dense and juicy, with a perfect balance of sugars and acidity.
- Growing method: natural and sustainable, respecting the seasonal cycles and the local agricultural tradition.
- Nutritional values: high content of vitamins A, B, C, E and K, antioxidants and lycopene, useful for the skin and cardiovascular health.
- Origin: Italy – Sicily. Product subject to weight loss.
- Pack size: 2.5 kg pack, in a recyclable cardboard box.
Piccadilly tomatoes are harvested all year round, thanks to Sicily’s favourable climate. Order them to enjoy all the authentic flavour and typical freshness of Sicilian Piccadilly tomatoes.
Fresh agricultural product of Italian-Sicilian origin, carefully packed in 2.5 kg cardboard boxes.
Delivery by express courier: you will receive your tomatoes straight from the producer to your table.
Good to know
Description
AranciaDoc® Piccadilly Tomato is a variety of Sicilian small tomato prized for its natural sweetness and intense juiciness.
With its distinctive oval appearance and bright red colour, the Piccadilly stands out for its compact, flavourful flesh, which makes it ideal in the kitchen for many preparations.
Grown in the fertile soils of eastern Sicily, the Piccadilly tomato comes from integrated pest management, with no waxes or preservatives, in full respect of the environment and seasonality.
Picked by hand at the right degree of ripeness, the tomatoes keep their authentic aroma and the freshness typical of local produce.
Thanks to their firm texture and balanced sweetness, they are perfect for making sauces, tomato sauces and fresh salads, but also for bruschetta, baked dishes and Mediterranean recipes.
Available all year round, from January to December, it is one of the best-loved and most versatile varieties of Sicilian tomatoes.
Available in a 2.5 kg box, perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy fresh seasonal tomatoes often.
Shipped by express courier, straight from the producer to your table.
Nutritional information
Piccadilly tomatoes are a concentrate of vitamins C, A, K and E, essential for the health of the skin, the immune system and the heart.
They contain lycopene, a powerful natural antioxidant that helps fight free radicals and keep cells young.
With an average intake of 20 kcal per 100 g, Piccadilly tomatoes are light, digestible and suitable for every type of diet, especially the Mediterranean one.
Thanks to their fibre and mineral content, they aid digestion and contribute to the body’s natural hydration.
In the kitchen
The Piccadilly tomato variety is ideal for use in the kitchen. It lends itself to the preparation of many traditional and creative recipes:
- sauces and tomato sauces with a sweet, balanced flavour;
- fresh tomato pasta with basil and extra virgin olive oil;
- Mediterranean bruschetta and light starters;
- mixed salads with mozzarella and seasonal vegetables;
- baked dishes or fish main courses with fresh cherry tomatoes.
The firm flesh and full flavour also make them perfect for making tomato passata or artisan preserves.
Frequently asked questions
When do Piccadilly tomatoes ripen?
From January to December, with continuous harvesting thanks to Sicily’s mild climate.
What is the difference between Piccadilly and Datterino?
The Piccadilly is more oval and less sweet, while the Datterino is elongated and sweeter.
What are the benefits of Piccadilly tomatoes?
Rich in lycopene and vitamins, they support the health of the heart and skin.
How should I store fresh Piccadilly tomatoes?
In a cool, dry place, away from sources of heat or direct light.
Where can I buy Piccadilly tomatoes online?
On AranciaDoc, a portal dedicated to the online sale of Sicilian fruit and vegetables, with shipping from Sicily. Discover the sweetness and freshness of AranciaDoc® Sicilian Piccadilly Tomatoes, grown with natural methods and shipped fresh directly from the producer to your table.
Shipping and delivery
Shipping to Italy is free if your order includes a box of citrus fruit, or from €29 of products; otherwise it costs €9.90. For some smaller islands and hard-to-reach areas there is a surcharge, which we calculate from the postcode.
At checkout you can add delivery to your floor (€5) or delivery by appointment (€4).