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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It Is On £10 Voucher

Edinburgh Council is supporting Leith Walk businesses during the Tram Works. A £10 voucher costs you only £5 and can be redeemed in our Shop or Caffe Bar. Vouchers are valid until August 2021.
Vouchers can be purchased at www.itison.com, or follow the link below.

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Hot New Arrivals

Just landed! Another two excellent wines exclusive to Valvona & Crolla.

Our buyers are always on the lookout for new and exciting wines to add to our range. The latest additions are two reds, small batch release, the soul of the south and the reflection of the best suitable soils, the power of the sun, the freshness of the sea breeze and the expert hands of those who produce them. Fabulous Zinfandel and Nero d'Avola.... a must try!

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La Gallinara Pestos, Sauces and Olives

Just arrived from Italy, a stunning range of delicious products from our great friends at La Gallinara. Taggiasche olives, pistachio pesto, classic pesto Genovese, and try if you dare their fiery Diavola chilli sauce. A jar of pesto and some of our Campofilone finest egg pasta, and you can have a gourmet dinner in 2 minutes!

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Send a Gift of Food

Send a gift of food and wine with one of our hand filled boxes brimming with treats to enjoy. Show someone you are thinking of them and stock up their fridge and larder - Italian vegetable boxes, store cupboard fillers and delicious range of wines to choose from. Not sure what to send? Call us for bespoke hampers, or advice and we will be delighted to help - 0131 556 6066.

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Alfonso's March

Our founder and great-grandfather, Alfonso Crolla, did much to help the flegling Italian community in Edinburgh after WW1.

To celebrate his work the band of his home town of Picinisco in Italy dedicated to him on 21 April 1934, the attached March which we have faithfully recreated with the sounds of the original instruments as laid out in the original manuscript.

Arranged by Philip Contini©; Dr Richard Lee©

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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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Caffe Bar Now Open Monday to Saturday, Breakfast, Lunch & Supper

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 forward to welcoming you again soon!

Warmest wishes,
Francesca Contini

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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...

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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Figs with Whisky 16% 250ml

Figs with Whisky 250ml 16%.

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Truffle Infused EVO Galantino 25cl

Ideal for seasoning rice, pasta, raw meat, scrambled eggs, cheese and ham.

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Poire William Pear Liqueur 30% Boudier

Clean, freshly cut pear aromas.

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Aranciata Blue San Pellegrino 33cl

Refreshing sparkling orange drink.

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Oregano Infused ECO Galantino 25cl

Recommended for dressing caprese (mozzarella and tomatoes), salads, steaks and other meats, perfect for pizzas and focaccia.

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Plymouth Gin 70cl

Bottled at the 'Victorian strength of 41.2%' and contains seven botanicals and soft water from the Dartmoor. It is still owned by a small independent company, Coates and Co, and is undoubtedly the choice of discerning barmen in the UK.

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Spaghettoni 14 La Molisana 500g

This shape summarizes the essence and love for pasta. Monument to the essential: a simple string or a cylinder, is by far the world's most popular shape in Italy and abroad. Our new bronze item is a tribute to the lovers of fleshy pasta, which requires a few more minutes of cooking, but it gives satisfaction to the most demanding tastes in terms of thickness.

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Creme Framboise Boudier 20% 50cl

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

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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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