Maestri: Imported Italian Meats for Antipasto, Sandwiches & Home Cooking

When you’re building an antipasto platter, layering an Italian sandwich, or crisping cubes of guanciale for pasta, the quality of your meat matters. That’s why Destefano’s Market is proud to feature Maestri, a brand dedicated to bringing authentic, imported Italian deli meats to American tables.

Maestri specializes in carefully selected, regional European salumi crafted by small, family-owned producers who still follow traditional methods and use locally sourced, minimally processed ingredients. Their meats are imported to the United States, then sliced and packaged for maximum freshness and convenience.

Who Is Maestri?

Founded in 2014 by Athos Maestri, a third-generation charcuterie expert from Parma, Maestri d’Italia was created with a clear mission: to grow the category of authentic imported Italian deli meats in the U.S. by combining heritage products with modern, grab-and-go packaging.

Instead of producing industrial meats, Maestri partners with artisan salumifici across Italy and Europe—producers who focus on their own regional specialties, from prosciutto to coppa and speck. Those meats are then shipped to Maestri’s slicing facility in the United States, where they’re thinly sliced and presented in easy-to-use trays, ideal for busy home cooks, delis, and specialty markets.

For shoppers at Destefano’s Market, that means access to the flavor and texture of true Italian salumi—without needing a passport or a ticket to Parma.

Why Maestri Belongs in Your Kitchen

Maestri’s range is perfect for anyone who loves Italian meats, imported meats, and the experience of a real Italian deli case. Their products are:

• Authentic: Crafted in Europe using regional traditions and local ingredients.
• Convenient: Pre-sliced and ready to serve, cook, or layer into sandwiches.
• Versatile: Ideal for antipasto boards, charcuterie, panini, pizza, and classic Italian recipes.

If you’re searching for high-quality Italian cold cuts that go beyond standard supermarket offerings, Maestri is a brand to get to know.

Maestri Products at Destefano’s Market

Destefano’s Market carries a curated selection of Maestri meats designed for cooking, antipasto platters, and serious sandwich-making.

Maestri Guanciale Strips

Guanciale is cured pork jowl, famous in Roman pasta dishes like carbonara and amatriciana. Maestri Guanciale Strips give you the authentic flavor and silky, rich fat that crisps beautifully in the pan and melts into sauces. Use them instead of bacon or pancetta when you want true Italian character.

Maestri Prosciutto

Maestri’s prosciutto is slow-cured, thinly sliced, and delicately savory—perfect draped over melon, piled onto focaccia, or folded into an antipasto plate with olives and cheese. It’s an easy upgrade from everyday ham and a centerpiece of any Italian deli spread.

Maestri Pancetta Strips

Pancetta is Italian cured pork belly, seasoned and air-dried for deep, savory flavor. Maestri Pancetta Strips are ideal for rendering into pasta sauces, tossing with roasted vegetables, or crisping and sprinkling over salads. They’re a natural fit for home cooks who love cooking with imported meats.

Maestri Antipasto – Prosciutto, Coppa & Salame

This ready-to-serve antipasto trio brings together sliced prosciutto, coppa, and salame in one convenient pack. It’s the perfect “open and serve” solution for parties, holiday gatherings, or a weeknight Italian snack board. Add some crusty bread, Italian cheeses, and marinated vegetables and you have an instant, restaurant-worthy appetizer.

How to Use Maestri Meats at Home

Looking for ideas beyond a simple sandwich? Try these serving suggestions:

• Antipasto Plate: Arrange Maestri prosciutto, salame, and coppa with Italian cheeses, olives, artichokes, and roasted peppers.
• Pasta Night: Crisp Guanciale or Pancetta Strips and toss with pasta, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper for a Roman-style dish.
• Italian Sandwiches: Layer prosciutto, coppa, and salame with provolone, lettuce, tomato, and oil & vinegar on a crusty roll.
• Brunch Board: Pair sliced pancetta or prosciutto with eggs, focaccia, and fresh fruit for a savory Italian brunch.

Whether you’re stocking up for an antipasto platter or planning a week of deli-quality lunches, Maestri brings the flavor of an Italian salumeria straight to your fridge.

Find Maestri at Destefano’s Market

Visit Destefano’s Market to explore our full selection of Italian meats and imported meats from Maestri. From guanciale for your next pasta night to prosciutto and salame for your charcuterie board, we’ve got everything you need to build your own authentic Italian deli experience at home.