The essentials
Pazzini's Burrata box, from the Italian deli fighting food waste in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, is a tub of fresh burrata (2 x 125g, sometimes the truffle version) rescued from the bin and offered at a reduced price for same-day in-store pickup. Behind that lyrical Italian name hides a real treasure: a pouch of spun mozzarella wrapped around a heart of stracciatella, that melting blend of cream and cheese strands that spills out the moment you cut into it. Far too often, fresh products like this end up in the trash simply because their date is creeping closer, even though they're still at peak freshness. At Pazzini, we decided that stops here. You walk away with a flawless burrata, your wallet breathes easier, and a little less good cheese heads for the dumpster. Everybody wins, your taste buds most of all.
What the basket contains
- 1 tub of fresh Italian burrata
- Truffle version possible, subject to availability
- Fresh product, collect in store today
Provenance
Region
Italy (Italian cheese)
PDO
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Method
Spun curd wrapped around a heart of stracciatella (cream and shredded mozzarella). Fresh product hand-picked and rescued from waste by Pazzini.
Notes
Truffle version offered subject to the day's availability.
Ideas for use
01
Caprese, plated up
Set the whole burrata in the centre of a plate, surround it with wedges of ripe tomatoes, scatter a few fresh basil leaves, add a splash of balsamic and a generous spoonful of olive oil. A pinch of flaky sea salt and you've got the ultimate Italian starter in under 5 minutes.
02
On a crunchy bruschetta
Toast some thick slices of rustic bread, rub them with garlic, tear the burrata over the top so the creamy heart spills out, then add slow-roasted tomatoes or grilled courgette. The hot-cold, crunchy-soft contrast is impossible to resist.
03
Over steaming hot pasta
Drain your pasta (linguine or orecchiette), drop the torn burrata straight into the hot bowl with a splash of the cooking water, some black pepper and olive oil. The heat melts the cream into an instant sauce that's outrageously silky.
04
The truffle version, on toast
If you're lucky enough to land the truffle burrata, keep it simple: toasted bread, burrata cut in half to reveal the heart, a drizzle of oil and that's it. The truffle does all the talking, no need to add a thing.
05
A summery loaded salad
Pair the burrata with rocket, peaches or watermelon, a handful of toasted pine nuts and a splash of balsamic. The sweetness of the fruit and the creamy cheese make a duo as elegant as it is unexpected.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pazzini's Burrata box?
It's a surplus food box from Pazzini, the Italian deli in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés. Inside you'll find a tub of fresh burrata, 2 x 125g (250g in total), sometimes available in a truffle version depending on the day's deliveries. The cheese is sold at a reduced price to keep it out of the bin while it's still perfectly fresh, with same-day in-store pickup.
What's the difference between burrata and mozzarella?
Mozzarella is a smooth, firm, elastic spun-curd cheese all the way through. Burrata is made from that same spun curd, but shaped into a pouch with a heart of stracciatella inside: a silky mix of cream and shredded mozzarella. The result? When you cut into a burrata, the creamy centre spills out, giving you a far softer, richer texture than regular mozzarella.
Is the truffle burrata always available?
No, the truffle version depends on what's in that day. The box contains a standard fresh burrata, and depending on deliveries you may sometimes get the truffle one instead. Since this is a surplus rescue box, the exact contents vary with whatever is up for saving in store that day.
How many people does this box feed?
With 250g of burrata (two 125g pieces), you've got the makings of a generous starter for 2 to 4, or a hearty main for 2 hungry cheese lovers. Each 125g piece makes a perfect individual portion, plated up with a drizzle of olive oil.
How do I collect my box, and do I need to eat it quickly?
Pickup is straight from the Pazzini store in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, on the same day you order. Since burrata is a fresh cheese, we recommend keeping it in the fridge and enjoying it soon, ideally within 24 to 48 hours. Take it out 15 minutes before serving so it comes to room temperature and shows off all that creaminess.
Why is the burrata sold at a surplus price?
Because it's a fresh product whose best-before date is approaching, yet it's still perfectly good. Rather than bin it, Pazzini offers it at a reduced price as part of its fight against food waste. You bag a bargain, you savour quality Italian cheese, and you help cut food waste in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés.
