You know those food enthusiasts who practically recoil at the thought of using bacon in their carbonara? If you’re one of those, you understand that bacon or pancetta just won’t cut it when the dish truly demands guanciale.

 

Guanciale, crafted from the cheek and jowl of pork, boasts a unique, intense savoriness and a fat content unlike any other bacon.

 

Our guanciale follows the recipe of our award-winning pancetta, aged for a minimum of two months to intensify the flavor. Since its rich taste means a little goes a long way, it's sliced into delicate slivers perfect for enhancing pizzas, canapés, salads, and lending authenticity to that carbonara.

 

Cooking tip: These thin slices cook rapidly. To achieve the crispiest results, start them in a cold pan and keep a close eye on them—they'll be done in moments.

 

ARTISAN

Hand-cured in small batches with meticulous care by our family business

 

BRITISH

Produced in the UK from British livestock raised to the highest standards

 

RARE-BREED

Featuring only the finest heritage breeds for flavorful, tender cuts

 

Beer match

The rich, cured fat of guanciale pairs well with lagers rather than the usual stout. Rebellion’s lager (though other options are available) offers a lively effervescence that cleanses the palate between each indulgent bite.