Treat yourself (and your kitchen) with these artisan pantry staples

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Treat yourself (and your kitchen) with these artisan pantry staples

By Shahed Ezaydi

3 months ago

3 min read

With a rising popularity in premium and cult brands, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite artisan staple food products to have in your kitchen cupboards.


When it comes to the kitchen, there’s nothing that strikes fear in my heart more than seeing my cupboard staples running low and my pantry looking empty. Especially when they all run out at the same time. But, sometimes you don’t want to just buy the same old beans, chickpeas or sauces. It can be a nice feeling to treat yourself to something a little more premium for your pantry, particularly if they also look great in the cupboard too.

According to the Waitrose Food & Drink 2024 report, this is the year that the pantry went premium. “We’ve seen a fuelled interest from food-loving customers in the provenance of store-cupboard stalwarts, while social media has made them more brand-savvy.” A pantry stocked with premium, ethical and aesthetically pleasing brands has become a status symbol and something consumers are prioritising in their food shops.

With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite artisan and premium staple products to have in your kitchen cupboards.

store cupboard essentials for easy meals.

Carluccio’s Sugo All’Ortolana organic mixed vegetable sauce

This sauce is made with a range of slow cooked vegetables: onions, carrots, celery and garlic are sautéed down until they are soft and then paired with chopped aubergines, courgettes and peppers and left to simmer. A great staple to have in the cupboard for an evening where you can’t decide what to have for dinner.

Shop Carluccio’s Sugo All’Ortolana organic mixed vegetable sauce, £2.95

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best artisan pantry food staples

Willy’s organic apple cider vinegar

A product that has taken the wellness world by storm, apple cider vinegar has some health benefits and this organic version from Willy’s is a great addition to your salads.

Shop Willy’s organic apple cider vinegar from Holland & Barrett, £10.99

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store cupboard essentials for easy meals.

Ortiz tinned sardines

These tinned sardines are perfect for having on hand for when you need to add a bit more protein to your dinner. You can use them as a tasty topping for your jacket potato, too.

Shop Ortiz tinned sardines, £4.80

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best artisan food staples

Chimac Korean BBQ sauce

Chimac’s K-BBQ sauce is a fresh take on the American classic, but spiced up with traditional Korean ingredients. The result is a unique and interesting BBQ sauce that’s sweet, vinegary and delicious.

Shop Chimac K-BBQ sauce from Glassette, £9

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best artisan food staples

Maldon chilli sea salt flakes

If you like a bit of a kick to your meals, why not try these chilli salt flakes? A simple way to add spice and flavour to your breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Shop Maldon chilli sea salt flakes from Ocado, £3.50

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best artisan food staples

Belazu balsamic vinegar

Perfect for salads or desserts, this balsamic vinegar looks great and tastes even better.

Shop Belazu balsamic vinegar, £14.65

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best artisan food staples

Ottolenghi roasted aubergine and tomato sauce

A quick, easy and delicious jar to have on hand, this Ottolenghi tomato sauce is lightly smoked with roasted aubergine and cumin and is ideal for pastas and lasagnes, or with baked eggs for an elevated breakfast or brunch.

Shop Ottolenghi roasted aubergine and tomato sauce from Waitrose, £4.50

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Citizens of Soil extra virgin olive oil

This olive oil comes in such a beautiful bottle that it could very easily replace a bottle of wine as a gift for loved ones or something to take to a dinner party. Or, just something for yourself.

Shop Citizens of Soil extra virgin olive oil from Waitrose, £19.50

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Bold Bean Co classic baked beans

Balanced between sweet and tangy, these Bold Bean Co baked beans are a pantry staple and make a tasty lunch on a piece of toast or a jacket potato.

Shop Bold Bean Co classic baked beans, £11 (for three jars)

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The Gift of Oil

The Gift of Oil spicy taster box

Why settle for one oil when you can try four? This taster box gives you everything that you need to create delicious meals with a spicy twist at home.

Shop The Gift of Oil spicy taster box, £13.85

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