Made from pork, guanciale is an Italian-style cured meat product prepared from the cheek of a pig. It has a rich, buttery flavour with a delicate balance of sweet and savory, due to its high fat-to-meat ratio. Guanciale has a similar flavour to bacon, however it is slightly richer and has a slightly softer texture.

Primi Cugini, a humble brand that stems from over 65 years of experience, after combining the passion and devotion of 5 'Primi Cugini' (first cousins). Specialising in creation of cured meats 'salumi' and authentic smallgoods, these 4th generation Italian food importers embarked on a journey to source & create authentic produce that instil the tradition of their grandfather who migrated to Australia from Southern Italy. Their values lie within sourcing and collaborating with Artisan producers around Australia to deliver authentic products to the food & beverage sector.