As if the retro style of the Smeg SMF01 Stand Mixer wasn’t enough, Smeg have gone one better with the Smeg Multi Food Grinder Attachment. Perfect for achieving the best consistency for an authentic bolognese. $799 (mixer); $139 (grinder). smeg.com.au

Cool, sleek and elegant, the Italian Carrara Chopping Board made with all-Italian Carrara marble is perfect for Euro-chic entertaining. It’s also a great little tool for keeping it cool when working with pastry or choc. $129. urbancouture.com.au

Fans of top-down cooking bibles will love Eataly: Contemporary Italian Cooking for updated takes on classics from the global institution (Phaidon, $65), then those with hungry mouths to feed would do well to grab Mammissima, with rustic family recipes straight out of Puglia (Bloomsbury, $39.99). Dreaming of Venice? Venezia Food & Dreams is lled with stunning recipes and photos from the floating city (Murdoch Books, $69.99).

Celebrated designer Richard Sapper brings a little theatre to the table with the Alesso todo giant grater. Just one stroke will top any ragu with a portion of finely grated parmigiana. Too easy! $127. Store.alessi/com/aus

We might all covet the vintage stylings of Italian Agostino Recca tinned salted sardines, but the smell is something you don’t want to hang around. Lark Store solves it, with these cute 1950s-inspired cans designed for storing all your bits and bobs around the kitchen. $9.95 each (4 designs). larkstore.com.au