Mortadella is one of Italy’s most iconic smallgoods, instantly recognisable for its soft pink colour, silky texture and rich, delicate flavour.
Long before it became a deli favourite around the world, mortadella had deep roots in Bologna, Italy, where it was traditionally crafted using finely minced pork, carefully blended spices and slow cooking techniques.
A Smallgood Built on Craft
True mortadella is not just a simple sliced meat. It is a cooked Italian delicacy made with finely prepared pork, balanced seasoning and a careful cooking process that gives it that smooth, tender finish mortadella is known for.
It’s mild, savoury and beautifully versatile, which is why it has remained a staple across Italian families, delis and panino counters for generations.
Thinly sliced in a fresh roll, layered into an antipasto board, folded through a warm panino or served simply with cheese, olives and crusty bread, mortadella has a way of making everyday food feel a little more special.
The Barbaro Smallgoods Way
At Barbaro Smallgoods, our mortadella is made with the same respect for tradition and quality that has shaped our family business since 1987.
Our story began with Vincenzo Barbaro, who migrated from Calabria, Italy, bringing with him a passion for quality meats and traditional techniques.
Our Gold Label Mortadella is made using hand-selected pork, carefully blended with our secret herbs and spices, then cooked with care to bring out maximum flavour.
Made right here in Western Australia, our mortadella range includes plain, pepper and olive varieties, all crafted with natural colours and flavours and gluten-free options available across the range.
How to Enjoy Mortadella
The beauty of mortadella is in its versatility. Here are a few of our favourite ways to enjoy it:
In a panino: layer it into fresh bread with provolone, rocket and pickled vegetables for a classic Italian-style sandwich.
On an antipasto board: pair it with olives, cheese, crackers and crusty bread for effortless entertaining.
With warm bread: keep it simple with fresh focaccia, olive oil and a little cracked pepper.
In everyday cooking: fold it through toasted sandwiches, pasta dishes or breakfast rolls for an easy flavour upgrade.
Find Barbaro Mortadella Near You
Whether you’re building the perfect panino, preparing a grazing board or stocking up on premium smallgoods for the week, Barbaro Smallgoods Mortadella brings Italian tradition and WA quality together in every slice.