Tempesta retail salami on display at Whole Foods Market, featuring updated packaging and products crafted from responsibly sourced, heritage-breed pork. ’Nduja available nationwide, with Finocchiona, Nostrano, and Sopressata Piccante in Midwest stores.
CHICAGO, IL – 03.24.26 – Tempesta, the family-owned Chicago salumeria known for its Calabrian roots and award-winning slow-cured meats, has expanded its presence at Whole Foods Market. Tempesta’s signature ’Nduja is now available at Whole Foods Market locations nationwide, with Finocchiona, Nostrano, and Sopressata Piccante available in Midwest stores. All products are offered in updated packaging designed for product showcase and ease of use.
A Legacy of Craft, Rooted in Calabria
Tempesta blends five generations of Old World technique with American craftsmanship, producing salumi that honor Calabrian tradition while celebrating regional ingredients and thoughtful sourcing. This commitment to authenticity is literally rooted in the family’s history: the chilies used in Tempesta’s recipes are sourced from Nonno Antonio’s own garden of 3,000 Calabrian pepper plants, maintaining a direct link to the flavors of the Fiasche family’s home village of Coccorino.
“Whole Foods has long championed transparency and responsible agriculture, and we see this partnership as a natural alignment of values,” said Tony Fiasche, Salumiere/Owner of Tempesta. “Our mission is simple: honor the traditions that shaped our craft, respect the animals, and stay true to the way salumi is meant to be made. We’re proud to bring these products to more households—and grateful for retailers like Whole Foods Market who believe in doing things the right way.”
About the Products
- ’Nduja: Tempesta’s signature spicy, spreadable salami was the first ’Nduja introduced to the United States. Made by the family for five generations, it is crafted from heritage breed pork, authentic Calabrian peppers from the family garden, and sea salt. A fiery staple for bread, pizza, pasta, eggs, or anywhere depth and heat are wanted.
- Awards: Good Food Award
- Finocchiona: An award-winning Tuscan fennel salami seasoned with fennel seeds, fennel pollen, garlic, and Chianti wine.
- Awards: Sofi Gold Award, Good Food Award
- Nostrano: A Tempesta original featuring pink peppercorn, sweet pepper notes, a hint of wine, and a delicate floral finish.
- Sopressata Piccante: A spicy sopressata seasoned simply with sea salt and Calabrian chili paste.
Responsible Sourcing & Product Standards
All Tempesta salumi in this launch are certified to Global Animal Partnership (G.A.P.) Step 1 standards through EarthClaims LLC. Products are crafted from heritage Berkshire and Duroc pork raised without antibiotics or added hormones. The products are gluten-free with no added nitrates or nitrites, except those occurring naturally in sea salt and celery powder.
Availability
Tempesta’s signature ’Nduja is currently available at Whole Foods Market locations nationwide. The full assortment—including Finocchiona, Nostrano, and Sopressata Piccante—is available in Midwest Whole Foods Market stores.
About Tempesta
Tempesta is a Chicago-based, family-owned salumeria rooted in five generations of Calabrian craft. Known for its award-winning slow-cured meats—including its signature ‘Nduja—Tempesta produces premium salumi using heritage-breed pork raised on U.S. family farms. With a commitment to animal welfare, responsible sourcing, and uncompromising flavor, Tempesta blends Old World tradition with American ingenuity to create products that honor their origins and elevate every table.
Press Contact
Matt Reilly
Tempesta Artisan Salumi | Ambassador
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