About Borgo Venusio
Borgo Venusio is an Italian speciality food brand offering authentic grissini breadsticks to UK consumers. The brand specialises in traditional Italian bakery products, bringing the crisp, golden breadsticks that have been a staple of Italian dining tables for centuries. Manufactured in Italy using time-honoured recipes, Borgo Venusio maintains the authentic character that makes grissini such a beloved accompaniment. The Borgo Venusio Traditional Grissini are crafted using quality ingredients including wheat flour, a generous 7% olive oil, sunflower oil, sea salt, and yeast. The use of olive oil—a hallmark of authentic Italian baking—gives these breadsticks their characteristic flavour and satisfying crunch. Each 125g box delivers perfectly golden breadsticks ideal for entertaining, snacking, or serving alongside Italian antipasti. Grissini, or Italian breadsticks, originated in Turin during the 17th century and have remained virtually unchanged in their basic form ever since. These slender, elongated bread sticks are traditionally served before meals as part of an Italian aperitivo, alongside cured meats, cheeses, and olives. Their light, crispy texture makes them perfect for dipping into olive oil, tapenade, or hummus, while their neutral flavour complements rather than overwhelms accompaniments. UK shoppers can find Borgo Venusio Traditional Grissini at Iceland and Lidl, typically priced around £1.00 for a 125g box—excellent value for authentic Italian breadsticks. The convenient box packaging keeps them fresh and crisp, ready to elevate any gathering or casual dining occasion with genuine Italian style.