P. Balistreri produces hand-crafted artisan salumi made with only the finest ingredients - all-natural pork, sea salt, artisan spices, and hand-cut organic herbs.

A winner of the Good Food Award - which congratulates brands that share the kind of food that everyone wants to eat - P. Balistreri’s salami is guaranteed to be tasty, authentic, and responsible.

The History of P. Balistreri

Founder Pete Balistreri is a first-generation Sicillian-American and San Diego resident who has always had a passion for food. He attended the renowned California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, and went on to apprentice in some of the country’s top kitchens.

With his knowledge and love for cuisine, as well as drawing from his Sicilian heritage, Chef Balistreri taught himself how to make salami and cure prosciutto while working as the executive chef at his restaurant, Tender Greens. His Italian-style salami garnered a cult following in the San Diego area and beyond, which led him to the launch of P. Balistreri, in partnership with La Espanola Meats.

P. Balistreri’s Company Mission

P. Balistreri’s Salami strives to uphold high standards of authenticity and flavor. Balistreri’s ability to draw from his Sicilian heritage, as well as his extensive culinary background, motivated him to create a product he truly believed in. Using ingredients you can easily read, and eliminating the questionable chemicals, P. Balistreri delivers salami that tastes great in sandwiches, on charcuterie boards, or on its own.

Benefits of P. Balistreri

P. Balistreri - served in California’s top artisan markets and at fine dining restaurants by local chefs - is trusted by those that really know food, and really know salami. The Italian-style salami is crafted with expertise, with ideas from an executive chef who has made a living out of his passion for cuisine. That guarantees the all-natural pork, sea salt, spices, and fresh herbs have all been approved by Balistreri to perfect his recipe.

Top P. Balistreri Products

Hand-crafted artisan salami made in Southern California can be the star of your next charcuterie board. Impress family and friends with the P. Balistreri products available from Thrive Market.

P. Balistreri Little Heat Salami

This salami stick is perfectly cured to include a bit of a kick. With all-natural pork, sea salt, red wine, paprika, and fresh-cut herbs - you’ll taste the extra flavor.

Rosemary & Garlic Salami Point Loma

With all-natural hormone and antibiotic-free pork from Coleman Natural farms, you’ll be able to devour this savory snack and feel good about it. Share it (or don’t) on a picnic, road trip, or at a cocktail party.

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