Piccolo

Piccolo

Piccolo

19 June 2023

Piccolo cherry tomatoes may be small but they're packed full of sweetness and are incredibly versatile to cook with, making them a firm favourite amongst chefs.

Piccolo

Piccolo cherry tomatoes may be small but they're packed full of sweetness and are incredibly versatile to cook with, making them a firm favourite amongst chefs.

Whether enjoyed raw as a snack, cooked into a hearty dish or dried out in the oven, cherry tomatoes are always a winner in our eyes. And when it comes to different varieties, Piccolo cherry tomatoes are hard to beat. Not only do they have the irresistible sweetness you'd expect of a cherry tomato, but it's balanced with a slight acidity, allowing them to play a starring role in all kinds of dishes.

Below, you'll find an array of recipes which celebrate the Piccolo tomato in all its glory. These begin with two inventive creations from chef Richard Bainbridge, both of which use Piccolo tomatoes in very different ways.

Semi-dried

A fantastic way of preserving Piccolo tomatoes is to semi-dry them in the oven, which not only extends their shelf life but also intensifies their flavour. Semi-dried tomatoes are a great addition to all kinds of dishes, particularly if you're looking to add a bit of an umami tang to a pasta or salad. Check out our guide to making semi-dried Piccolo tomatoes and then you can use them in one of these simple recipes.

Confit? Yes please

It's incredibly easy to confit Piccolo tomatoes yet it transforms them into a totally new ingredient, which can be used in all kinds of different recipes. Check out our guide on how to confit cherry tomatoes, and then why not try using them in one of these vibrant recipes?