Pondini Imports

I wouldn't generally think of taking food recommendations from a car company but Italian car company Maserati has partnered up with Pondini Imports which is bringing organic Modenese food, including Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese from the Panini family, olive oil and balsamic vinegar to American markets.

The Paninis have a long history with Maserati and Umberto Panini is a former Maserati Motorcycles test driver. Seymour Pond, the head of the Maserati Club in America formed Pondini Imports along with Matteo Panini. Pondini has provided the cheeses and other imports to the Master Maserati driving school, Maserati's party at Casa Palmero and the hospitality suite at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The products are available online (the cheeses are around $20 per pound) and will also be sold at Whole Foods markets soon.