Natural rising process
Natural rising: Time as the Secret Ingedient
At the heart of this delicacy there is natural rising, a process which needs patience and dedication. At Cassa Garba, not only do we wait, we embrace time as our secret ingredient.
Focaccia rests for 51 hours, in addition to another day of natural rising.
This slow and love-filled process makes focaccia very light and
gives it a unique taste that distinguishes it from other types of focaccia.
The Skill and Craftsmanship: The art of kneading the dough
In the kitchen of Cassa Garba restaurant, preparing the dough is a form of art that requires skill and dedication.
The mastery is kneading dough is the key element.
Every fold, every touch, is executed with precision to guarantee the right consistency and softness.
This artisanal process contributes to the creation of a focaccia that melts in your mouth, creating an unforgettable sensory experience.
The secret ingredients and care in the preparation process
Time and Rest:
Inseparable Ingredients - the time dedicated to preparing the dough and letting it rest is crucial.
At Cassa Garba, every step of the process is done with precision to guarantee that the dough absorbs every aroma and all properties of the high quality flour.
The resting stage, an integral part of the process, gives the focaccia a soft consistency and the perfect golden crust.
Highest quality raw materials:
Quality Flour and Ligurian Olive Oil - choosing the raw materials is what makes our Cassa Garba focaccia different from the rest.
The highest Quality Flour makes the perfect base, while,
during the baking stage,
the excellent ligurian olive oil gives that red-ish colour, that perfect golden crust and that indistinguishable taste that characterizes this culinary delight.
Maintaining Tradition and 'Slow Food'
The Genoan Focaccia, in Ligurian dialect "a fügassa", is a specialty of Ligurian cuisine and the ancient tradition of its preparation is rooted into Genoan people so much so that focaccia has become 'Slow Food'.
Its fame has expanded in the whole world even though its almost impossible to recreate the fragrance and deliciousness outside of its native territory.
Preparation method and essential characteristics
The suggested Cassa Garba method
(which correspond to 8 hours for the whole preparation process)
is faster compared to the 'Slow Food' recommendations. However, between the preparation, laying and resting stages, there is a couple of hours waiting time before having the possibility to taste this extraordinary product. The essential characteristics of Genoan Focaccia are always the same: a traditional two centimeters thickness, a balanced consistency of crunch and softness, crumbliness, shine and obviously zero risk that it could be chewy!
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Extra virgin Olive Oil (Evo)
from "Taggiasca" Olives
Explore Villa Giada Resort's Extra Virgin Olive Oil
After a rejuvenating holiday at Villa Giada Resort in Imperia, immerse yourself in the unique culinary experience that is offered by our shop.
Here you can take home an authentic piece of Liguria:
Extra Virgin Olive Oil made with our precious 'Taggiasca' olives, symbol of our region.
The History and Origin of Taggiasca Olives: Treasure of West Liguria
Their
History and the search of their Origins:
The 'Taggiasca' olives, oval in shape, with green and dark purple hues, are at the heart of many Ligurian delicacies - including our well-known oil of course.
Their history roots itself in West Liguria, where the perfect weather creates this tasty and substantial fruit.
The oil derived from these olives truly makes an excellent condiment.
Unique Characteristics of 'Taggiasca' Olives:
A Trip through Ligurian tastes:
The 'Taggiasca' Olives are loved for their
medium to small size, their smooth surface and their pulp that maintains its consistency through time.
Their taste is delicate, aromatic and fruity with a slight almond and bitter aftertaste. This makes them perfect to eat on their own or to decorate gourmet dishes.
Furthermore, 'Taggiasca' Olives are rich with monounsaturated fatty acids which contribute to a healthy and well-balanced diet.
The Taggiasco Oil: A Protected Designation of Origin
The Taggiasco Olive Oil is a true culinary gem, highlighted by its designated Riviera Ligure PDO Origin. This designation includes the exclusive production with "Riviera Dei Fiori" 'Taggiasca' Olives.
The 'Taggiasca' Olive Oil is characterized by a complex aroma, a delicate fruity and almond-like taste that recalls the taste of almonds and pine nuts.
Versatility and Unique qualities:
The 'Taggiasca' Olive Oil of Villa Giada Resort - The unique organoleptic characteristics of the 'Taggiasco' Olive Oil, make this product an ideal match for delicate tasting dishes. Our oil, made with love and passion, is able to enrich and enhance the taste of your dishes.
L'The low acidity, the precise harvest and the immediate preparation guarantee a highest quality oil.
Take home Ligurian Excellence
Purchase the 'Taggiasca' Olive Oil of Villa Giada Resort.
End your experience inVilla Giada Resort by taking home Liguria's best feature. Buy our 'Taggiasca' extra virgin olive oil now and immerse yourself in authentic tastes of this amazing region. Discover authentic excellence "km zero" with Villa Giada Resort.
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Real Ligurian Pesto
Explore the Art of Ligurian Pesto in our Cassa Garba Restaurant of Villa Giada Resort
Immerse yourself in a culinary adventure during your next holiday at Villa Giada Resort,
in Cassa Garba Restaurant.
You will have the opportunity to participate in a real COOKING CLASS
and discover the
Ligurian Pesto's preparation
secrets.
This culinary trip starts with a selection of raw materials
and ends with the creation of Pesto, the world-famous sauce.
At the end of your experience, you will have the possibility to take home "pesto made by hand",
following in the footprints of authentic Ligurian tradition.
History of Pesto: From Moretum to Ligurian Pesto
History of Pesto:
Ligurian
pesto has a fascinating history that has its roots in medieval times.
Originally, the moretum existed, a sauce made with cheese, oil, herbs and nuts to which garlic was added later on.
Even though this is far from the modern pesto, many consider it to be its ancestor.
Ligurians' use of aromatic herbs in Medieval times has contributed to the birth of pesto, the recipe of which dates back to the second half of the 19th century.
Authentic Production: Genoan Basil PDO and Excellent Territories
True pesto is achieved by using Genoan Basil PDO to guarantee balanced taste and fragrance.
The areas where Pesto is mainly produced are Prà, Voltri, Coronata, Diano Marina, Andora, Albenga and Val di Magra. In 2011, genoan basil achieved the PDO certificate and the consortium of Genoan Pesto was established to preserve its authenticity.
The Art of Pesto: From the Mortar to your Table
The authentic preparation process for pesto requires a mortar, an essential tool used to press and mix the ingredients.
This method, called "pestura," is what characterizes Ligurian pesto. Avoiding a blender is essential to maintain the delicate flavor of the ingredients intact and to preserve the distinctive green colour.
Homemade pesto stays fresh in the fridge for more than a week or can be frozen per future use.
Culinary Variants and Advice for Pesto
Ligurian pesto con be personalized according to your personal preferences. It can be prepared made without garlic, for who tends to avoid it, by then adding more cheese and pepper.
It can also be made without cheese as a vegan solution.
Traditional recipes add pesto to pasta but it can also be used as a sauce for sandwiches or with meat.
A Global Success: Pesto and its World Tour
Pesto has become one of the most famous and appreciated condiments in the world, also thanks to the crews of Genoan merchant ships that took it to far away destinations.
This improvised sauce has been appreciated for how easy it is to be preserved and garlic as one of the ingredients - garlic has always been considered by seafarers to be medicinal.
Experiment with Ligurian pesto's appeal at Cassa Garba Restaurant of Villa Giada.
An unforgettable COOKING CLASS awaits, where Ligurian tradition mixes itself with culinary art to create a one-of-a-kind experience.
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Our Wine Cellar... staying alert for Ligurian excellence
Explore Ligurian Wine Excellence at Cassa Garba Restaurant of Villa Giada Resort
Wine Excellence
During your relaxing stay at Villa Giada Resort in Imperia, immerse yourself in the most delicious and best Ligurian wines, selected just for you by Cassa Garba Restaurant.
Discover the unique characteristics of local vine variety that makes some of our most refined wines come to life.
Enological Gems of Liguria:
Vermentino, Pigato, Rossese and Albarola.
In our wine list, you can taste Vermentino's elegance, an aromatic white wine that charms us with its citrus scent and enveloping corpus.
Try Pigato, characterized by the brown dots found on ripe grapes, rand give yourself the gift of a sip of this wine filled with a pleasing briny taste.
Let yourself be seduced by Rossese, a red grape vine that offers wine with fruity aromas and a balanced taste.
Experiment with Albarola's uniqueness, an native vine used to give structure to our wine.
Our Best Selling Wines that you can't turn down!
Pigato ‘MaRenè’ 2020 – Bio Vio:
Characteristics: Wide and varied nose, articulated on wild herbs, broom, peach and grapefruit, embellished with pastry notes and smoky hints. It flows dense and sinuous on the palate, with a savory granular acidity that leaves the mouth very fresh and satiated. Great persistence with continuous fruity flavours. A glycerine sipping wine that is at the same time very fresh, pulpy and salty. MaRenè is a unique and exciting wine, among the best wines in Liguria.
Albarola ‘Poggi al Bosco’ 2018 – Santa Caterina
Description:
The scent initially plays on notes of exotic fruit and Dijon mustard and is embellished with more enigmatic dihydrocarbons and oxidative hints. The mouth is wide and lively and supported by a pleasant mineral trail with a slight almond finish. It's a macerated wine, aged in amphora with fermentation by indigenous yeasts. One of the best wines of Liguria for sensational olfactory eloquence: without compromise, among the best wines of Liguria for its original identity.
Spumante Metodo Classico Brut ‘Abissi’ 2017 - Bisson
Description:
Yellow peach, lime and elderberry flowers mix with sweet notes of honey and melted butter. A sip feels creamy and enveloping, with a very pleasant granular flavor. Fruit and salinity are the key to the Classic Method that is refined in the depths of the Ligurian Sea. Creamy and captivating, this is among the best wines of Liguria for its uniqueness and pleasantness.
Unique terrain:
The Heart of Liguria Wines - Discover the unique terrain from which our wines are born. A combination of mild climate, sea breeze and well-tended land. The result is a selection of wines that fully express the authenticity and typicality of Liguria.
An Unforgettable Experience:
Taste and Take Home Your Favourite Wine -
During your stay at Villa Giada Resort, enjoy excellent choices of Ligurian wine at your table every day.
At the end of your stay, visit our online shop to take your favourite wines home with you - a delicious memory of your experience in the marvellous Liguria.
At Home Delivery is available to continue tasting Liguria's flavours also after having gone back home.
Give your friends and loved ones a one-of-a-kind gift, an authentic taste of your holiday at Villa Giada Resort.
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A great taste test of Ligurian Artisanal Beers
Welcome to
our Online Shop
Cassa Garba's Excellences.
Explore and take home an authentic culinary experience of Liguria straight from
Cassa Garba,
the restaurant of Villa Giada Resort.
Amazing Ligurian Artisanal Beer Tasting
How it works:
Explore and Discover Ligurian Artisanal Beers in our catalog.
Order:
Add your favourite to you cart and complete the order with little to no clicks.
Home Delivery:
Receive your favourite beers straight to your door
.
Give an Unforgettable Gift:
Take home a piece of your holiday at
Villa Giada Resort!
Ligurian Beers are the perfect gift for every occasion.
Choose quality and tradition of ligurian excellence.
Good taste and our restaurant in your home!
Cheers to a good Time!
The 5 Beers of Our Taste Test
Savignone Festbier 20th – Brewery in Busalla
Let's celebrate the 20th anniversary with a beer perfectly balanced between malt sweetness and
hop bitterness.
IGA per Caso – Taverna del Vara
From Valle del Vara, a refreshing IGA with a unique touch of the must of white wine.
Bridge Arenaria – Broken Bridge Brewery
An IGA with 30% Rossese of Dolceacqua must, structure and full of fruity touches.
Citrus – El Issor Brewery
Awarded as best Italian Saison, a spiced and fresh beer with aroma of chinotto.
Scau – Altavia Brewery
From Val Bormida, a smoked Rauchbier with malt dried in traditional drying rooms made of stone.
...these and many other unique beers.