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Opening Hours

During August the shop will be open Monday to Saturday 9am to 8pm. The Caffè Bar will be open for dinner, last orders from the kitchen 8pm! Book now!

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A Slice of Cheese Interview

Our very own Philip Contini talks to Jenny Linford about how we introduced certain Italian cheeses to our customers over the years, and some history of cheese selling at Valvona & Crolla.

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Can't come to us? We'll come to you!

Elm Row is currently closed to traffic, but parking is still available on nearby Montgomery Street. But remember, if you can't come to us... free UK delivery on all orders over £60.

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V&C is Recruiting!

Join our team of enthusiastic and professional staff. Variety of positions available as we recruit for summer and beyond.

Send your CV to recruitment@valvonacrolla.co.uk
19 Elm Row, EH7 4AA

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Valvona & Crolla Fringe 2022

We are thrilled to welcome you back to The Little Theatre to celebrate 75 years of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival!

Click here to see our full list of Fringe events

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This Week's V&C Wine Selection

A stunning selection of Summer wines for you to enjoy while basking in the Scottish sun! With the perfect Summer cheeses to pair.

Tasted at our recent Summer Cheese & Wine Tasting - Book now for the Autumn Cheese & Wine Tasting Thursday 22nd September!

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Caffè Bar - Open for Dinner Throughout August

The Valvona & Crolla Caffè Bar was opened in 1996. The style of cooking is derived from recipes handed down to us over the years from our families in central and southern Italy and prepared using the produce we sell in the shop.

Which? Good Food Guide 1997-2022
With the publication of the 2022 edition, Valvona & Crolla Caffè Bar celebrated 27 years of inclusion in the Which? Good Food Guide - this makes us the longest-standing establishment in the Edinburgh section.

Fresh daily menus showcasing the best seasonal Italian and Scottish ingredients.
Breakfast 9am-11:30am
Lunch & Dinner Reservations from 11:30am-8pm throughout August

Opening for dinner for August! Book now!

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The Directors Recommend

We have new products coming in all the time from UK, Italy and rest of Europe.
Our stock is always changing, bringing in new vintages & harvests, seasonal specialities & exciting new producers.

This weeks recommendations

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V&C Fairer Trade Coffee 250g

High quality Honduran Arabica from the La Central cooperative. Ground for cafetiere/filter.

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Mandarine Napoleon 70cl

Oranges and fine cognac - a marriage made in heaven.

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Philip Contini Sings Appassionato

A compilation of the lyrical Italian art songs of Francesco Paolo Tosti and the passionate Neapolitan songs of Roberto Murolo, performed by Philip Contini and his Be Happy Band.

Join Philip and daughter Olivia in this year's Fringe Festival with their new show: Neapolitan and Italian Songs.

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Planeta Mortlach 18yo Nero D'Avola Cask 50cl

This deliciously sweet whisky has rich caramel, toffee and fruit cake aromas with hints of liquorice on the nose. Wonderful texture in the mouth, with bitter orange, dark chocolate, almonds and spice. The brambly fruit of the Nero D'Avola gives a stunning. Aged for 18 years in a double sized Sherry butt, finished in two barrels of Planeta Nero D'Avola

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Dear Alfonso (Paperback)

DEAR ALFONSO BY MARY CONTINI
Many of you will remember Mary's late father-in-law, Carlo Contini who was the face of the shop in 19 Elm Row for so many years.
Following the publication of Mary's previous books, Dear Francesca and Dear Olivia, she started to talk to Carlo about his story growing up in Naples and how he ended up living and working in Edinburgh.

The story is based on a handwritten manuscript Carlo wrote for her which, when he became ill, lay forgotten and unread for years. His story unfolds an incredible tale of poverty, adventure and survival, which he had not shared with his family during his life time and in the pages he has left a moving and extraordinary legacy for his family, friends and customers.
Heart-warming, moving and filled with laughter and love, Dear Alfonso is a wonderful celebration of food, family and friendship; a testament to Carlo Contini.
We hope you enjoy reading it,
"With my best wishes, Mary Contini"

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Pennoni Lisci 500g NO 21A

Smooth tubes cut at an angle, much like wide Penne. Perfect for baked dishes.

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Walnut Brown Sweet Sherry 75cl

Very sweet oloroso. Dark mahogany, almost ebony. On the nose, dried nuts and faint aroma of raisins, muscatel and toasted sugar. Smooth and velvety with a warm palate owing to its alcohol content. A long finish.

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Chambord Gift Box 20cl

The classic french raspberry liqueur, all wrapped up!

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V&C Decaffeinated Coffee 250g

Decaffeinated Colombian Arabica, dark roasted for a smooth flavour. Ground for cafetiere/filter.

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From market stall to dot com, we now serve the nation from our original premises in Edinburgh.

We are Scotland's oldest Delicatessen and Italian Wine Merchant; one of Europe's original Specialist Food Shops, founded in 1934. From our humble beginnings, serving the fledgling immigrant Italian community in old Edinburgh, we now list food products and wines from around the world, and supply the entire UK with an efficient, speedy delivery system that boasts a next-day service to 90% of the population.

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