More Than a Half Century on The Hill

DiGregorio’s Grocery has the feel of a small market in an Italian village. When I dropped by yesterday the place was a-buzz with local and area shoppers. Having a wine and cheese tasting in progress (as they often do), only added to the charm of the family-owned grocery. The business goes back to 1971, when the place was opened by Sicilian immigrants Salvatore “Sam” and Dora DiGregorio.

An Abundance of Options

Noodles galore! I find items on The Hill that I can’t find elsewhere. I was looking for a linguini pasta like the one I’d enjoyed in a pasta dish at Anthonino’s down the street. I found it easily and was pleased to see they had tubetti. I use the stubby noodle in minestrone when I can find it.

Cooking oils come in all sizes, prices, and types.

I eyed the vast array of vinegars and oils and determined that I don’t have space in my small condo kitchen for yet another variety.  Even so, I make note of what’s available.

Next, I surveyed the refrigerator case with its vast assortment of cheeses and pastas (ravioli, tortellini, gnocchi). After much indecision, I  settled on a package of four-cheese ravioli and one of beef.  

Spice Up Your Kitchen

I wish I had a spice rack this size—-and someone to keep it alphabetized. 

A long loaf of bread is too large for me, but this Italian loaf, that’s more like an over-sized softball, is just right for 1-3 people.

A delightful deli featuring the best of Italian cheeses, meats and olives.

Robin models one of the many Italian aprons that come in colorful, playful designs.

DiGregorio’s: A Culinary Wonderland

The store has evolved from a local neighborhood grocery into an award-winning, international market with products from Italy, France, Greece, Spain and more. But gourmet food is not all you’ll find at DiGregorio’s. Look for kitchenware, aprons, wines, soft drinks, breads, cheeses, frozen pastas, sauces, deli meats, and more. All you’ll ever need for your favorite Italian recipe is here at your fingertips.

What’s more, the DiGregorio family offers their favorite recipes on their website.

I miss the small statue of an Italian chef that once marked the corner grocery. Does anyone know what happened to him? I hope he wasn’t run over by a car. 

DiGregorio’s Italian Market: 5200 Daggett at the corner of Marconi and Daggett on The Hill.  Open: Mon.-Sat. 8a–5p. Closed Sunday.