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Speck - Affetto Italiano
Affetto Italiano

Whole Speck
Sale price£17.99 Regular price£28.75

Authentic Speck, a smoked and cured Italian ham, ideal for slicing fresh at home to use in antipasti, sandwiches, or as part of a charcuterie board.

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Speck - Affetto Italiano
Whole Speck Sale price£17.99 Regular price£28.75

Whole Speck

Savor the authentic taste of Italy with Whole Speck, a traditional smoked and cured ham from the South Tyrol region. Made from premium pork legs, this delicacy is carefully seasoned with a blend of salt, pepper, bay leaves, and juniper berries. The meat is marinated for three weeks and gently smoked over low-resin wood, creating its signature smoky aroma and savoury flavour.

Whole Speck is perfect for those who love fresh slicing at home, offering flexibility for a variety of dishes. Whether served thinly sliced on a charcuterie board, cubed into pasta or risotto, or thickly sliced for sandwiches, Speck’s distinct flavor elevates any meal. Its combination of curing and smoking ensures a long shelf life and a traditional taste that has been cherished for centuries.

Bring a slice of Italian heritage to your kitchen with Whole Speck, ideal for entertaining, cooking, or enjoying as a gourmet treat.

How to enjoy

Whole Speck is a versatile centerpiece for your kitchen, offering the flexibility to slice fresh and enjoy in various ways:

  • Fresh Slicing: Slice thin for charcuterie boards, antipasto platters, or as a gourmet topping for salads and appetizers.
  • In Sandwiches: Use thick slices for hearty sandwiches or paninis with an authentic Italian touch.
  • In Cooking: Dice or slice Speck to enhance pasta dishes, risottos, or pizzas with its rich, smoky flavor.
  • As a Topping: Cube Speck to render fat for soups, stews, or creamy sauces, adding depth and texture.

Speck’s rich brown rind, marbled fat, and smoky aroma deliver a taste of the Alpine region to your table.


 

Origin

Speck is a signature dish from Alto Adige, the northern-most province of Italy, also known as South Tyrol. Renowned for its cured meat traditions, Speck's name originates from the German word "Spec." Historical evidence traces Speck’s roots to the 1200s, though it was first documented in the 18th century. Traditionally, Speck was prepared by farmers during Christmas to preserve meat for the year ahead. Today, families in South Tyrol continue to use traditional recipes to produce Speck with its unmistakable smoky, savoury flavour.

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