Cucina Fresca Gourmet Foods

With roots as a mom-and-pop shop in Seattle’s Historic PikePlace Market, Cucina Fresca Gourmet Foods today is a leadingproducer of natural prepared foods for retail and foodservice.Chef-owned and operated, Cucina Fresca creates “real food”from real food – fresh, premium, natural ingredients readilyfound in home kitchens. Many of the company’s staple ingredientsare locally sourced from family farms and produce growers,while others are imported from countries of origin – such asEuropean cheeses – to create the best possible flavor and quality.“We handcraft everything in small batches from only the freshest, highest qualityingredients available to ensure the most delicious experience possible.”– Chef Brad Glabersoncucina fresca gourmet foodswww.cucinafresca.com8300 Military Road South, Suite 120 Seattle, WA 98108Phone: 206.903.0825 Fax: 206.223.4050E-mail: jean@cucinafresca.com

Brad Glaberson, Owner and Executive Chef of Cucina FrescaGourmet Foods, has been creating outstanding food for more than 20 years.His passion for pasta began at the esteemed Culinary Institute of Americawhere fellow students struggling with making pasta from scratch were toldto “go see Brad.” Since then, he has had a knack for making great freshpasta and other delicious gourmet foods.Brad joined Cucina Fresca in 2002 as general manager – he quickly fell inlove with this small company “with great potential” and after a few short years,purchased the business. Today, Brad’s main priority is product development,though he is involved in every aspect of the company from sourcing tomanufacturing to packaging design and more, to ensure only the highest qualityingredients and best practices are utilized to create superior offerings.

Fresh SaucesCucina Fresca refrigerated sauces are 100% natural and made from scratch withreal food. Extra virgin olive oil. Vine-ripened tomatoes. Fresh basil. Fresh onion.Fresh garlic. rBST-free dairy. The best tasting imported and domestic cheeses.Fresh nuts, fresh herbs, fresh cracked pepper. Fresh. Fresh. Fresh.Marinara SauceThe simple yet timeless sauce that’s the centerpiece ofItalian cuisine.Made with premium vine-ripened plum tomatoes, freshonions, extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, fresh organic basil,sea salt, and organic oregano.UPC 8 84337 00000 716 oz / 12 per caseAlfredo SauceA rich and satisfying version of the classic Italian cream sauce.Made with whole cream, whole milk, imported Parmesancheese, aged Asiago cheese, whole creamery butter,unbleached flour, sea salt, and fresh pepper.UPC 8 84337 00657 316 oz / 12 per caseTomato Vodka SauceTangy and velvety, with a smooth texture and a fresh finish.Made with premium vine-ripened plum tomatoes, whole cream,fresh onion, vodka, extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, freshorganic basil, sea salt, crushed red pepper, and fresh thyme.UPC 8 84337 00002 116 oz / 12 per caseSmoked Tomato SauceThis Spanish-style sauce is spiked with a tantalizing hint ofsmoked paprika.Made with premium vine-ripened plum tomatoes, freshonion, imported extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, applewood smoked paprika, sea salt, and seasonings.UPC 8 84337 00230 816 oz / 12 per case

Puttanesca SauceA rustic Neapolitan favorite.Made with premium vine-ripened plum tomatoes, Kalamataolives, fresh onions, extra virgin olive oil, capers, fresh garlic,fresh parsley, anchovies, crushed red pepper, sea salt, andorganic oregano.UPC 8 84337 00001 416 oz / 12 per casePesto SauceA simple yet seductive combination of fresh basil, oliveoil and garlic.Made with fresh organic basil, extra virgin olive oil,imported Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, imported PecorinoRomano cheese, fresh garlic, and fresh lemon juice.UPC 8 84337 00226 18 oz / 12 per casePomodoro SauceSimple, clean and flavorful.Made with vine-ripened Italian tomatoes, extra virgin oliveoil, fresh garlic, fresh organic basil and spices.UPC 8 84337 00609 216 oz / 12 per casePackaging Info:Alfredo, Pesto saucesCase dimension - 15 x 11.5 x 3Package dimension - 3.5 x 2.5Gross case weight - 6.6 lbsShelf life – 45 days*Marinara, Puttanesca, Smoked Tomato, Tomato Vodka saucesCase dimension - 15 x 12 x 4Package dimension - 3.5 x 4Gross case weight - 13.2 lbsShelf life – 90 days** as guaranteed to the distributor. Cucina Fresca works in Justin Time Production, offering the freshest product possible.All Fresh Sauce varieties are available in large format forfoodservice. We also offer custom fresh sauces-- inquirewith jean@cucinafresca.com.

Fresh Ravioli & TortelliniCucina Fresca Fresh Ravioli and Tortellini are 100% natural and madefrom scratch. Their “wraps” are made with Semolina No. 1 flour and freshpasteurized eggs, and are handcrafted through a process called lamination:the dough is kneaded, folded, rolled to thickness, and allowed to rest beforecutting. Fillings are made with fresh produce, fresh rBST-free dairy, andthe best tasting imported and domestic cheeses.Caramelized Pear & Gorgonzola RavioliFresh Bosc pears caramelized in white wine andGorgonzola folded in by hand. What’s not to like?Serve with Cucina Fresca Alfredo Sauce, or for a quickappetizer, deep-fry/pan-fry 45 seconds and serve withCucina Fresca Basil Cream sauce. Filling made with freshBosc pears, ricotta and Gorgonzola cheese, potato, whitewine, olive oil, sugar, fresh parsley, rosemary, and salt.UPC 8 84337 00215 5 10 oz / 12 per caseRoasted Butternut Squash RavioliA perennial favorite.Toss with Cucina Fresca Alfredo or Tomato Vodka Sauce.Filling made with fresh roasted butternut squash, ricottacheese, caramelized onions, imported Parmesan cheese,potato, salt, fresh parsley, and nutmeg.UPC 8 84337 00210 0 10 oz / 12 per caseSpinach & Ricotta RavioliPerfectly balanced flavors in a spinach and egg pasta wrap.Toss with Cucina Fresca Marinara, Tomato Vodka orAlfredo Sauce. Pasta: Semolina No. 1 flour freshpasteurized eggs, and spinach. Filling made with ricottacheese, spinach, imported Parmesan cheese, Mozzarellacheese, whole cream, potato, salt, and nutmeg.UPC 8 84337 00213 1 10 oz / 12 per caseVisit www.cucinafresca.com for more meal ideas and recipes.

Three Cheese RavioliSimple and flavorful.Serve with Cucina Fresca Marinara, Puttanesca orTomatoVodka Sauce. Filling made with ricotta, imported Parmesan,and imported Pecorino Romano cheese; whole cream, potato,fresh garlic, fresh parsley, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.UPC 8 84337 00211 7 10 oz / 12 per caseWild Mushroom RavioliFresh and satisfying.Serve with Cucina Fresca Alfredo Sauce. Filling madewith wild mushrooms (including Portabella and Porcini),fresh onions, fresh cream, bread crumbs, spinach, wholecreamery butter, unbleached flour, canola oil, tomato paste,salt, herbs, fresh garlic, and freshly ground black pepper.UPC 8 84337 00214 8 10 oz / 12 per caseFour Cheese TortelliniA fresh classic.Serve with Cucina Fresca Alfredo Sauce. Filling made withricotta, Provolone, imported Pecorino Romano, importedParmesan, and Mozzarella cheese; potato, fresh garlic,salt, and nutmeg.UPC 8 84337 00104 2 10 oz / 12 per caseSeasonal PastaUnique stuffed pasta flavors that reflect the season, such as:Asparagus Ravioli, Lemon Ricotta Ravioli, PorciniTortellini, Blue Fig Ravioli, and many more. Shelf Life: 14days, arrives frozen – slack as needed.UPC - varies with each sku. Contact Cucina Fresca or your distributor.Packaging Info:RavioliCase dimension - 11.25 x 8.75 x 8Package dimension - 8 x 5.75 x 1.5Gross case weight - 9.10 lbsShelf life – 25 days*TortelliniCase dimension - 11.25 x 8.75 x 8Package dimension - 8 x 5.75 x 1.5Gross case weight - 9.10 lbsShelf life – 25 days** as guaranteed to the distributor. Cucina Fresca works in Just in Time Production,offering the freshest product possible. Typically retailers not in WA, OR, ID, MT, AKreceive all pasta frozen, and slack and date as needed.All Fresh Ravioli and Tortellini (and 35 other varieties) are available in largeformat for foodservice. Inquire with jean@cucinafresca.com.

Fresh Egg PastaCucina Fresca fresh egg pasta are 100% natural and made from scratchwith Semolina No. 1 flour and fresh pasteurized eggs. The pasta is thenhand crafted by a process called lamination: the dough is kneaded, folded,rolled to thickness, and allowed to rest before cutting. The combination ofhigh quality ingredients, expert techniques and attention to detail creates adelicate texture and flavor that no other pasta can match.Fresh Egg FettuccineA very flat, thick, noodle.Serve with Cucina Fresca Alfredo or Basil Cream Sauce.UPC 8 84337 00200 110 oz / 12 per caseFresh Egg Lasagne SheetsExtra broad noodles.Try our Simple Lasagne Recipe (cucinafresca.com)UPC 8 84337 00205 610 oz / 12 per caseFresh Egg LinguineSpaghetti’s flatter cousin.Serve with Cucina Fresca Pesto Sauce.UPC 8 84337 00201 810 oz / 12 per caseFresh Egg PappardelleSimilar to fettuccine, greater in width.Serve with Cucina Fresca Tomato Vodka Sauce.UPC 8 84337 00202 510 oz / 12 per case

Potato GnocchiA traditional Italian potato dumpling.Serve with Cucina Fresca Tomato Vodka or Marinara Sauce.Made with potato, flour, fresh pasteurized eggs, water,and salt.UPC 8 84337 00103 510 oz / 12 per casePackaging Info:NoodlesCase dimension - 11.25 x 8.75 x 8Package dimension - 8 x 5.75 x 1.5Gross case weight - 9.10 lbsShelf life – 25 days*Lasagna SheetsCase dimension - 11.25 x 8.75 x 8Package dimension - 8 x 5.75 x 1.5Gross case weight - 9.10 lbsShelf life – 14 days*(rec’d frozen, slack at retail)GnocchiCase dimension - 11.25 x 8.75 x 8Package dimension - 8 x 5.75 x 1.5Gross case weight - 9.10 lbsShelf life – 25 days (rec’d frozen; slack at retail)* as guaranteed to the distributor. Cucina Fresca works in Justin Time Production, offering the freshest product possible.All Fresh Egg Pasta varieties are available in large formatfor foodservice. Inquire withjean@cucinafresca.com.

Gourmet Mac and Cheese20 oz frozen entreesA sophisticated take on the ultimate comfort food, the Gourmet Mac andCheese is made with tender eggless penne pasta paired with a rich, creamyroux-based béchamel from whole creamery butter, unbleached flour, freshcheeses and rBST-free milk. Pasta is cooked al dente to properly absorb thesauce when heated, which is unlike most packaged offerings.Mac and Cheese are available in large format for foodservice.Inquire with jean@cucinafresca.com.Sharp Cheddar Mac & CheeseCreamy Fontina Mac & CheeseMade with a full-bodied cheese saucefeaturing two-year aged vintage TillamookSharp White Cheddar from this Oregoncoast creamery, rBST-free whole milk andcreamery butter, and a touch of Tabasco.Made with a perfectly balanced blend ofaged Fontina and Asiago cheeses fromWisconsin, imported Parmesan cheesefrom Italy, rBST-free whole milk andcreamery butter.UPC 8 84337 00519 420 oz / 10 per caseUPC 8 84337 00501 920 oz / 10 per caseSmoked Gruyère Mac & CheeseTangy Gorgonzola Mac & CheeseMade with a combination of imported,aged Gruyere from Switzerland, agedSwiss and Fontina cheeses fromWisconsin, rBST free whole milkand creamery butter, and a pinch ofSpanish smoked paprika.Wisconsin Gorgonzola cheese is the starof this dish, balanced with just a hintof aged Fontina and Blue cheese, andmade with rBST-free whole milk andcreamery butter.UPC 8 84337 00503 320 oz / 10 per caseUPC 8 84337 00502 620 oz / 10 per casePackaging Info:Gourmet Mac & Cheese – All VarietiesCase dimension – 9”L x 14”D x 10”HPackage dimension - 14.5”L x 9.5”D x 10”HShelf life – 365 daysGross case weight – 15.1 lbs