Fontana Formiello Nero Black Riso was awarded as a New Product Winner for its exceptional flavor at Kosherfest 2017!
Nero Black Riso Rice offers versatility, making it an excellent choice for rice salads, soups, and seafood risottos alike. fontana formiello nero black riso, cultivated in italy’s piedmont region and certified as part of the nero black riso, boasts exceptional quality and authenticity. Packaged under vacuum in both plastic bags and paperboard packs, it ensures freshness and flavor preservation. Interestingly Nero rice has its roots in China, where black rice, known as “the forbidden rice,” was reserved exclusively for the Emperor and his court. In the 1990s, an Asian black rice variety was crossbred with Italian Padano rice, resulting in the creation of Venere Nero—a unique blend of flavors and cultural heritage.