- The ‘Angela Hartnett with Waitrose’ fresh Italian range, featuring 12 curated products, including Veal & Beef Quandratini; Lasagna al Forno and Spicy Fennel Sausage Ragù Sauce launches from 3 June
- Crafted using authentic Italian recipes which have been sourced from multi-generational family suppliers in the Veneto Region
- Demand for Italian cuisine is soaring, with searches on Waitrose.com for ‘Italian food’ up 46% year-on-year, and recent research from TasteAtlas ranking Italian as the number one cuisine in the world
Today, Waitrose unveils one of its most anticipated collaborations of the summer: ‘Angela Hartnett with Waitrose.’ This exclusive partnership with chef Angela Hartnett marks her first fresh supermarket retail range - a collection designed to bring the authentic, sun-drenched soul of Italy into British homes this summer.
Angela Hartnett said: "I’m delighted to launch this new Italian range with Waitrose, offering authentic and sophisticated, yet simple, elevated Italian. It’s exactly the kind of food I love: delicate and delicious filled pastas, vibrant sauces, spaghetti and comforting lasagna - all rooted in the Italian traditions of my heritage.
I’ve kept things authentic to honour my Italian roots, but added my own signature touch with products inspired by recipes I’ve been making for decades. I’m really proud of this collection and I can’t wait to hear what customers think.”
A nod to traditional Italian cooking, ingredients and techniques, the ‘Angela Hartnett with Waitrose’ range brings to customers an essence of Italian cuisine focusing on quality, freshness, flavour and authenticity for food lovers, curated by one of the UK’s culinary icons.
Created in collaboration with Angela Hartnett, the new filled pasta range is crafted by Bertagni, the legendary pasta makers founded in 1882 in Bologna, the birthplace of tortellini. Devoted to preserving Italian tradition for over 140 years, every piece is shaped with a precision that protects the rich filling and ensures a perfect, even cook. In a nod to the rustic traditions of Abruzzo, the making process for the fresh egg Spaghetti Alla Chitarra is inspired by the‘chitarra’ (Italian for ‘guitar’) method which involves pressing fresh pasta dough through the strings using a rolling pin on top of the wires. This spaghetti is crafted to capture the signature texture and robust bite of that time-honoured tradition. From the slow-braised pork to the rich beef in the girasoli, all meat and ingredients adhere to Waitrose’s industry-leading, high animal welfare standards.
Complementing the pasta, the fresh sauces are produced by a multi-generational family business in Northern Italy’s Pianura Padana region, who began growing vegetables in the early 1900s. Founded in 1954, they produce their sauces thoughtfully, to create a delicious product which feels authentic and homemade.
Barbara Ross, Product Developer at Waitrose, said: "I’ve loved working with Angela on this range. We really wanted to tap into that craving for restaurant-quality food at home, and this 'Angela Hartnett with Waitrose' collection is all about bringing those authentic flavours to the table for the ultimate 'dinner for tonight' treat. By working so closely with Angela and our trusted suppliers, we’ve crafted recipes that feel elevated but keep that true Italian heart. It’s really about giving food lovers the inspiration to turn a standard Tuesday night into a high-end regional Italian feast that’s actually quick, easy and accessible."
This launch builds on the growing popularity of Italian food - searches on Waitrose.com for ‘Italian food’ have jumped +46%, while ‘Italian pasta and sauce’ is up a massive +67% year-on-year. Research from TasteAtlas confirmed that in 2026 Italian is the number one cuisine in the world, with its popularity fuelled by a unique mix of traditional comfort and modern health innovations. As a focus on authenticity, regionality, and wellness becomes increasingly prevalent, this range sits right at the heart of that shift.
The ‘Angela Hartnett with Waitrose’ range launches from 3 June 2026, with 20% off the entire range for customers from 3 June to 7 July. Available in 202 Waitrose stores - online and via Waitrose on Uber Eats and Deliveroo.
The range includes:
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Spinach, Ricotta & Parmigiano Reggiano Tortelli, £6.00, 250g
Delicate sheets of fresh egg pasta filled with a blend of creamy ricotta, chopped spinach and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, shaped into tortelli. Toss in melted butter and fresh sage leaves for a classic and satisfyingly simple finish.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Slow-braised Pork & Beef Girasoli, £6.00, 250g
Delicate sheets of fresh egg pasta filled with slow-braised pork and beef, gently simmered in rich Vino Chianti PDO until tender, then wrapped and shaped into girasoli. Inspired by Tuscany where slow cooking and generous flavours are part of everyday life. Serve with melted butter and a generous sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese for a savoury finish. Or try topping with truffle shavings to enhance the rich filling.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Cacio e Pepe Ravioli, £6.00, 250g
Fresh egg pasta, flecked with black pepper, cut and filled with a classic cacio e pepe combination of Pecorino Romano PDO cheese and cracked black pepper for a wonderful combination of cheese and spice. Gently toss in fresh cream for a rich, velvety finish and add extra grated Pecorino Romano PDO cheese for enhanced flavour. Or try dressing with extra virgin olive oil and a generous sprinkle of Pecorino for a fresh and classic flavour.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Butternut Squash & Sage Tortelli, £6.00, 250g
Inspired by the home-made taste of a real Italian cucina, these tortelli are made from soft, silky sheets of fresh egg pasta, double-filled with sweet butternut squash, fragrant sage and a smooth cheese sauce. Serve with nutty brown butter and toasted hazelnuts for a warm, rich finish or for an earthy contrast, try a rich porcini mushroom sauce. Also pairs well with a fresh cream and cheese sauce to complement the natural sweetness of the squash.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Slow-braised Beef & Veal Quadratini, £6.00, 250g
Inspired by a recipe Angela has been making for over four decades, these delightfully bite-size quadratini are made from fresh egg pasta and filled with slow-braised beef and veal – a nod to the timeless pleasure of pasta served simply in broth. Serve in a rich, hot beef and chicken broth for a traditional and comforting flavour.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Spaghetti alla Chitarra, £3.50, 500g
This fresh egg spaghetti is rooted in the rustic soul of Italian kitchens and inspired by a wonderful, traditional pasta from Abruzzo, where dough is cut using a wooden frame strung with metal wires to create its distinctive square shape. This lends the pasta its rather poetic name, ‘alla chitarra’, meaning ‘guitar strings’. Ours is made with free-range egg and carefully cut to recreate this time-honoured form; simplicity at its best. Serve with a fresh tomato and basil sauce for a classic finish.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Lasagna al Forno, £12.95, 800g
Crafted in the spirit of true Italian tradition, this lasagna is made with delicate sheets of free range egg pasta, a rich, ragù with red wine for flavour and a smooth, silky béchamel, each layer created for depth and balance. It’s topped with a generous sprinkling of Parmesan allowing the flavours to meld beautifully into a delicious and comforting dish that reflects Angela’s true home-cooked flavour. Sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese after baking.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Rosemary & Sea Salt Focaccia, £4.25, 270g
This handcrafted focaccia is made using a 24 hour long fermented dough, to develop flavour. Enriched with extra virgin olive oil and hand-topped with fresh rosemary and flaked sea salt, the dough is finished with a final splash of olive oil to bring out its aroma before baking, where it emerges light, soft and airy with a beautifully golden, delicate crust – just ready for sharing. Add a good glug of Italian extra virgin olive oil before popping in the oven, to bring out the flavour and help bring out the signature, golden crisp finish. Bake for an extra 5 mins for a crispier finish.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Semi-dried Tomato Focaccia, £4.25, 310g
This handcrafted focaccia is made using a 24 hour long fermented dough, to develop flavour. Enriched with extra virgin olive oil and hand-topped with semi-dried Italian tomatoes for a burst of sweetness, the dough is finished with a final splash of olive oil to bring out its aroma before baking, where it emerges light, soft and airy with a beautifully golden, delicate crust – just ready for sharing. Add a good glug of extra virgin olive oil before popping in the oven, to bring out the flavour and help bring out the signature, golden crisp finish. Bake for an extra 5 mins for a crispier finish.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Puttanesca Sauce, £4.00, 300g
Crafted in Italy, this puttanesca brings together Taggiasca olives, capers and anchovies, simmered into a bright tomato base with extra virgin olive oil and rounded off with a gentle kick of chilli. A bright and vibrant classic that you’ll return to again and again. Pairs beautifully with the Spaghetti Alla Chitarra for a simple, classically rustic Italian dish.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Classic Tomato Sauce, £4.00, 300g
Crafted in Italy, this classic tomato sauce is made using naturally sweet Italian tomatoes grown in the Emilia-Romagna region. Gently simmered with extra virgin olive oil to bring out the sweetness even more, the result is a sauce that is bright, simple, perfectly balanced and just the thing to bring authentic Mediterranean flavour to any dish. Finish with freshly torn basil leaves and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Angela Hartnett with Waitrose Fennel Sausage Ragu, £4.25, 300g
Crafted in Italy, this fennel sausage ragù is made with coarsely ground Italian sausage, fennel seeds and a simmered tomato base to bring out the flavour. Finished with extra virgin olive oil and a gentle touch of chilli. Rich, full-bodied and aromatic, it has a luxurious depth that pairs beautifully with short pasta so the sauce can cling. Serve with rigatoni, a sprinkle of Parmesan and a twist of black pepper.
Notes to Editors
About Waitrose
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Part of the John Lewis Partnership - the UK’s largest employee-owned business - Waitrose has 320 shops and a strong online business. It also has agreements with brands like Welcome Break and Shell, further bolstering its local footprint.
It works closely with British farmers and suppliers, and is a market-leader for animal welfare and responsible sourcing - using sustainable farming methods, including on its very own farm, the Leckford Estate.
Waitrose has 800 specialist counters across its shops, and holds a Royal Warrant as Grocer and Wine & Spirits Merchant to His Majesty King Charles III.
