A Journey Through Time and Taste: The Limited Edition by Antica Dolceria Rizza for its 80th Anniversary

To celebrate the 80th anniversary of Antica Dolceria Rizza, a refined limited edition has been created, paying tribute to four remarkable figures of Italian culture: Peppino Rizza, Gesualdo Bufalino, Leonardo Sciascia, and Salvatore Quasimodo. Each chocolate bar tells a story—an intimate connection to land and tradition—through carefully selected single-origin cacao varieties inspired by their legacy and intellectual spirit.

Modica chocolate, now appreciated worldwide, traces its origins back to the 18th century. It was introduced to the County of Modica by Spanish conquistadors, who brought with them the chocolate-making techniques learned from the Aztecs. Over the centuries, the dedication of local master chocolatiers has preserved and refined this craft, maintaining its authentic artisanal process—today a true symbol of Sicilian heritage.

The magic lies in an ancient recipe dating back to 1746, still faithfully followed by Antica Dolceria Rizza. This unique method avoids high temperatures and excludes conching and tempering. The cocoa mass, obtained by grinding the beans without removing their natural cocoa butter, is blended with granulated sugar, preserving all the organoleptic properties of the cacao. The result is a chocolate with a matte texture and delicate whitish streaks—distinctive features of its “primordial” processing, which safeguards the purity and richness of flavor.

In this limited edition, each personality is honored with a single-origin cacao chosen to reflect their essence:

• Peppino Rizza is celebrated with cacao from Santo Domingo, known for its rich and aromatic profile, deeply connected to Sicilian tradition.
• Gesualdo Bufalino is represented by Peruvian cacao, refined and complex, mirroring his literary style.
• Leonardo Sciascia is honored with Ghanaian cacao, bold and intense, echoing his profound roots and incisive social narrative.
• Salvatore Quasimodo, Nobel Prize laureate in Literature, is paired with Ugandan cacao, deep and poetic, just like his work.

This exclusive collection is more than a testament to gastronomic excellence—it is a sensory journey where history, culture, and extraordinary flavors converge. Each bar becomes a meeting point between tradition and literature, expressed through the unmistakable taste of Modica chocolate.

A perfect gift or a moment of indulgence to savor the art of chocolate and celebrate the great figures who have shaped Italian culture.

Discover Modica chocolate by Antica Dolceria Rizza: a passion spanning centuries, now ready to be experienced in all its magic.

Modica chocolate produced in the workshop of Antica Dolceria Rizza is: Gluten Free - Lactose Free - No Fat Added - Lecithins Free.

Ingredients:

(For all varieties) Cocoa mass from single-origin cocoa beans, sugar. PEPPINO RIZZA (Santo Domingo: minimum cocoa content 80%) - GESUALDO BUFALINO (Peru: minimum cocoa content 76%) - LEONARDO SCIASCIA (Ghana: minimum cocoa content 65%) - SALVATORE QUASIMODO (Uganda: minimum cocoa content 59%)

Product of Italy

Allergens:

May contain traces of HAZELNUT, ALMOND, and PISTACHIO.

Best Before:

Best consumed within 2 years from the production date.

Storage:

To preserve its fragrance, both before and after opening, store in a cool, dry place. Do not refrigerate.

Consumer Notice:

This product is packaged and shipped directly by the producer. All mandatory information, including the best-before date and batch number, is indicated on the original label accompanying the product.