Dear Friends,

You can order online for UK wide delivery, or to collect in store.
Not all our products are listed on line, so if you prefer to order by phone, please call us on 0131 556 6066 and we are happy to serve.
We sincerely thank you for your custom, and wish everyone good health.

Any queries please email sales@valvonacrolla.co.uk or call 0131 556 6066.

Francesca Contini, Managing Director.

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Shop Opening Hours

From Monday 13th July, our 19 Elm Row shop new hours of opening are Monday to Saturday from 9am to 6.30pm.

We look forward to welcoming you with social distancing in place.

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Finest Artisan Italian Honey

We are always excited to see the Valvona & Crolla Italian honey back on our shelves. Spring is in the air at V&C.... Finest quality from a family company. Enjoy with our Pecorino cheeses, as well as on your toast!

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Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Increased range to order of best quality Italian fruit and vegetables. Prices from £5.99.

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Fresh unsprayed Scottish Strawberries

The first of this years Scottish strawberries have arrived in store. Freshly handpicked & unsprayed - Delicious!

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Easy Peasy!

The best received cookbook for kids.
They love it. (Not just for kids!)

Books now on sale!

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Royal Warrant Renewal

Valvona & Crolla is humbled and delighted to have our Royal Warrant for the Supply of Cheese to Her Majesty the Queen renewed until 2025.
We are honoured to supply the Royal Family and thank all the excellent artisan producers that we work with.

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Theirworld - a brighter future for every child

Theirworld, a global children’s charity committed to giving the most vulnerable children and young people a brighter future in their world. All money raised from the sale of these inspiring products goes directly to supporting these children.

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Caffe Bar Reopening Wednesday 15th July

It's the moment we've all been waiting for!

We are delighted to announce the reopening of the Valvona & Crolla Caffe Bar 19 Elm Row for Breakfast, Lunch and Supper. Our ours of opening are Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6.30pm.

We are observing 2 meter distancing between tables, and new measures are in place to assure the health and safety of all our customers and our team.

With fewer tables, we recommend you book ahead online, or call us on 0131 556 6066.

We look froward to welcoming you again soon!

Warmest wishes,
Philip Contini
Executive Chairman

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We're Good to Go

"We're Good to Go" is an industry standard mark which has been created in partnership with Visit Scotland to demonstrate that we have are following industry and Government COVID-19 guidance on hygiene and social distancing.

Throughout this pandemic we have performed detailed Risk Assessments which undergo regular review, and have implemented new policies and procedures to ensure that we are following best practice.

Our priority is always the safety of our customers and our team.

We thank you for your custom, look forward to serving you in person, or with deliveries.
Francesca Contini
Managing Director

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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

Our Great Online Sale Continues...

V&C Caffe Bar Espresso Ground Coffee 250g

Espresso ground coffee for the best cappuccino or espresso. Our freshly roasted, freshly ground coffees are vacuum packed to reach you in the best condition.

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V&C Napoletano Coffee 250g

Aromatic medium roast Arabica with a true taste of Naples.

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Grappa di Recioto Allegrini 50cl

This Grappa, by Cantina Bonazzi winery, is made from Recioto of Winery Allegrini. The refinement of this fascinating grappa takes place in oak barrels for 6 months. Characteristics of Grappa di Recioto are soft and elegant on the palate with an unmistakable Recioto taste, it brings a fresh and floral fragrance on the nose.

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Planeta McDuff 18yo Chardonnay Cask 50cl

The rich toasted vanilla and spice from the Chardonnay barrel gives this whisky an intriguing and beguiling element. Elegantly light pineapple and floral aromas on the nose with sweet vanilla nuances. Dry and with a creamy texture, there are delicate hin .Aged for 18 years in a single Bourbon cask, finished in a single Planeta Chardonnay barrel.

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Creme Framboise Boudier 20% 50cl

Delicious raspberry flavours - mixes well with orange and citrus juices.

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Mandarine Napoleon 70cl

Oranges and fine cognac - a marriage made in heaven.

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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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V&C Fairer Trade Coffee 250g

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

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V&C Caffè Bar Blend Coffee Beans 500g

Our best selling coffee. Used exclusively in the Caffe Bar. Supplied in beans for you to grind as required. Intense aroma, slight smoky, malty taste. A classic Northern Italian continental coffee.

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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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