• January

    6

    2026

    Curiosities about Basilicata: stories, flavours and traditions of an authentic land

    Basilicata is a region that does not like to show off. It should be discovered calmly, step by step, listening to the stories of those who live it every day. It is a land of silences, of hills that change colour with the seasons, of small villages where time seems to have a different rhythm. Talking about curiosity [...]

  • January

    6

    2026

    Peperoni cruschi: how to use them in the kitchen, naturally and with respect for Lucanian tradition

    Those who come to Basilicata for the first time often notice them hanging outside the houses, moved by the wind, like little red signs that tell of summer even in the middle of winter. The cruschi peppers are not just an ingredient: they are a habit, a daily gesture, a way of understanding cooking. Understanding how to use cruschi peppers means [...]

  • August

    7

    2025

    Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP: Tenuta Padì's 2025 harvest has begun

    Hello, I am Daniele Di Nubila, owner of Tenuta Padì, and today I want to tell you about a very special moment for us: the start of the 2025 harvest of our Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP. It has not been an easy journey. This year, nature wanted to put us to the test. The heavy rains of late spring and the torrid heat that arrived [...]

  • June

    13

    2025

    The Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP arrives at McDonald's

    The peperone crusco di Senise IGP lands on the McDonald's menu. But to taste it in its most authentic, crunchy, artisanal version, there is only one direction: Tenuta Padì.

    When a small local excellence makes it onto a big international menu, it is always good news. It happened with one of the crunchiest (and best-loved) symbols of Basilicata: the Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP, star of the new McDonald's sandwich. Yes, you read that right. The crusco has also arrived at fast food. A novelty that we [...]

  • September

    30

    2024

    Unusual Pairings with the Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP: Extravagant Sweet and Savoury Recipes

    The Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP is one of the gastronomic pearls of Basilicata, appreciated for its crunchiness and unique flavour, slightly sweet with smoky notes. Although it is traditionally used in savoury recipes, such as salt cod or pasta, its culinary versatility lends itself to innovative experiments and unusual combinations, even in the [...]

  • August

    30

    2024

     Serte di Peperoni Cruschi di Senise IGP: Tradition, Competition and Local Culture

    The Peperone Crusco di Senise PGI is a symbol of Lucanian gastronomy, appreciated for its unique flavour and versatility in the kitchen. But this typical ingredient is not only a culinary excellence: its cultivation and processing are linked to an ancient and evocative tradition, which is reflected in the production of the Serte, the famous [...]

  • July

    30

    2024

    Discover Senise: through Tenuta Padì

    Discover Senise: through Tenuta Padì History and Origins Senise, a small municipality located in the hills of the Potenza province, boasts a rich and compelling history rooted in Roman antiquity and beyond. According to a local legend, the name 'Senise' may derive from the Latin 'Senex', meaning 'old', suggesting a very ancient human presence [...]

  • June

    30

    2024

    The Nutritional Benefits of the Peperone Crusco di Senise PGI: A Treasure of Health and Well-Being

    When it comes to Italian gastronomic excellence, one of the protagonists that deserves special attention is the Peperone Crusco di Senise IGP. This typical product of Basilicata, known for its crunchiness and unique flavour, is not only a pleasure for the palate, but is also a valuable source of health benefits and [...]

  • May

    30

    2024

    Peperoni Cruschi a story handed down by Tenuta Padì

    Learn all about the ancient history, unique culinary characteristics and cultural traditions of the cruschi peppers, famous products of Basilicata. Immerse yourself in a culture rich in authentic flavours and traditional handicrafts through Tenuta Padì

     Peperoni Cruschi: A story handed down from Tenuta Padì Origins and Production Peperoni cruschi have ancient origins, dating back to the peasant tradition of Basilicata. These peppers are grown on small farms and masserias scattered throughout the region, where the favourable climate and fertile soil contribute to the quality of the final product. Tenuta Padì, located near the [...]

  • April

    30

    2024

     Senise IGP Pepper Jam and CondiCrusco: Unique Basilicata Flavours from Tenuta Padì

    Basilicata, with its agricultural and culinary tradition, offers products that express the authentic character of an area rich in history and flavour. Among the local excellences, the Peperone di Senise PGI occupies a place of honour, appreciated for its sweet taste, versatility and ability to be transformed into a variety [...]