Corti Brothers

Italian grocery, like I remember Italian grocers 50 years ago! Outstanding meat department, no pre-cut celo wrap here. House made Ravioli, little pillows stuffed with cheese and spinach or other good things, like it is supposed to be; Perfetto! Awesome deli. Ask them to make you a sandwich, the best around. Excellent fresh local vegetables. There was a bin of unshelled walnuts this holiday season. Gracious, friendly staff. Candy and cookies from all over Europe, where do you see this anymore?

Best quality and selection in Sacramento (if not in all of California). I used to shop here on occasion but realized that if I didn’t buy so much junk on Amazon we could eat the best quality food every day. I now stop here three times a week and buy the freshest meats, seafood, vegetables, herbs and cheeses available. (Better than anywhere including our local Farmers’ Market or the Food Coop). With quality ingredients and simple recipes we enjoy restaurant quality food ant home every day. I’ve purchased exceedingly expensive 100 year old balsamic vinegar and I add a few drops to various dishes to elevate them even further. The employees here are experts who love their jobs; they will give you advice and recommendations—just ask. As far as the wait (that some folks complain about), yes, maybe you will have to wait a few minutes—plan accordingly. ‘Fast’ rarely equates to ‘delicious’. And if you don’t appreciate quality or can’t taste the difference… well then, don’t shop here.