Boston, MA – April 12, 2012 – Maristella’s Fine Foods announced today that their line of Authentic, All Natural Sicilian Arborio Rice Arancini’s is now available for foodservice operators everywhere. The Arancini line, inspired by an old family recipe, is made with authentic Italian Arborio Rice harvested from the Po Valley in Northern Italy. This traditional Sicilian treat is made with all natural herbs and a three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella. The new line comes in nine flavors that include seafood, vegetarian and chicken that provides foodservice operators with a high profit margin menu choice for their customers.

The Arancini’s are sized to fit multiple menu price points, which makes them ideal for menu applications like small plates and bar menus. With Maristella’s Fine Foods Arancini’s, operators have new options to reduce cost and increase their profit margins with a high quality product.

During the 2011 International Boston Seafood Show, Maristella’s Fine Foods’ Arancini’s were recognized as one of eight finalists for best new product. Over 100 new products were entered into the new product showcase during the show.

• Wild Caught Blue Crab with Gorgonzola Cheese and Applewood Smoked Bacon Arancini’s are made with 100% wild caught Blue Crab, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, Peas, all natural herbs and uncured Nitrate and Nitrite free Bacon.
• Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon with White Wine and Capers Arancini’s are made with wild caught Alaskan Smoked Salmon, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, Peas, all natural herbs.
• Wild Caught Scallops with Applewood Smoked Bacon Arancini’s are made with wild caught Scallops, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, Peas, all natural herbs and Nitrite free Bacon.
• Wild Caught North Atlantic Lobster with Sherry Cream Sauce Arancini’s are made with wild caught North Atlantic Lobster, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, Peas, all natural herbs.
• Wild Caught Shrimp with All Natural Pesto Arancini’s are made with North Atlantic or North Pacific wild caught Shrimp, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, Peas, all natural herbs.
• Smoked Chicken Chipotle Arancini’s are made with a mix of hickory and mesquite smoked flavors, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, Red & Green Bell Peppers, all natural herbs.
• Sundried Tomato and Goat Cheese Arancini’s are made with Tangy Sundried Tomatoes, Sherry Vinegar, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, all natural herbs.
• Wild Mushroom Marsala Arancini’s are made with a blend of Portabella, Shitake and Oyster Mushrooms with a hint of Thyme and Marsala Wine, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, all natural herbs.
• Hot Cherry Peppers and Gorgonzola Cheese Arancini’s are made with Spicy Cherry Peppers, White Wine, Arborio Rice, and three cheese blend of Pecorino Romano, Parmesan and Mozzarella, all natural herbs.

All nine flavors are available in 10lb. bulk cases and can be purchased either breaded fried or breaded un-fried. Maristella’s Fine Foods’ Arancini’s are a great source of protein and Omega-3.

“We know that Foodservice Operators are looking for new, exciting and innovated products for their customers. We believe that Maristella’s is ready to meet that challenge and deliver high quality, high profit margin products at a low cost to the operators,” added Robby Brandano, president and CEO of Maristella’s Fine Foods.

Maristella’s Fine Foods is family owned and operated business located in Boston, Massachusetts. Maristella’s Fine Foods produces a variety of specialty retail branded food products that are superior in taste and made from the highest quality ingredients. Maristella’s Fine Foods product line consists of five varieties of retail ready frozen authentic Sicilian Arborio Rice Arancini. Varieties include; Wild Caught Blue Crab with Gorgonzola Cheese and Applewood Smoked Bacon, Wild Alaskan Smoked Salmon with White Wine and Capers, Wild Caught Scallops with Applewood Smoked Bacon, Wild Caught North Atlantic Lobster with Sherry Cream Sauce and Wild Caught Shrimp with All Natural Pesto. Maristella’s Fine Foods also offers a line of four frozen Seafood Pot Pies that include; Wild Caught Atlantic Haddock with Sherry & Nutmeg, Wild Caught Shrimp Gumbo with Andouille & Madeira Wine, Wild Caught North Atlantic Lobster Bisque with Saffron Creamed Corn & Marsala Wine and Wild Caught Alaskan Salmon with Horseradish & Chipotle. Maristella’s Fine Foods products are now available nationwide and will be offered to Chain Supermarkets, Independent Supermarkets, Gourmet Food Stores, Club Stores and Foodservice Operators. For more information about Maristella’s Fine Foods, contact Robby Brandano at 617-464-4545 or e-mail rbrandano@maristellasfinefoods.com.