Pantesca courgette (Cucurbita pepo)

Pantesca courgette (Cucurbita pepo): in the middle of the Mediterranean, From the beautiful island of Pantelleria comes an exquisite and important variety of zucchini. The cucúzza pantisca is very   Widespread on the island, it is the protagonist of many traditional dishes. Along with capers, it is a cornerstone of Pantelleria's agriculture and cuisine. The influence of the low latitude and nearby Africa is palpable here. The plant tolerates high temperatures well, is precocious, and, most importantly, is the ecotype of the species with the least water requirements. It is, in fact, grown dry, meaning without irrigation. The seeds of the Pantelleria zucchini are reproduced by local farmers and passed down through them. A rare Italian excellence.

Pantelleria zucchini are among the endangered varieties we distribute free of charge in their native and neighboring municipalities. Residents of Pantelleria Island can request them by leaving a message when ordering or by calling, and they can be picked up completely free of charge at our store.