L’Ape L.E.A.: a rose-petal compote almost nobody else makes
One hectare of hives, blueberries and old roses in Zibido San Giacomo, just south of Milan. Elena left the city in 2020 to start it and runs it with her partner. No chemical treatments, and the hives are harvested only at set times so the bees aren’t stressed.
🍯 Six honeys — 500 g
- Acacia: mild and clear, the classic for tea (€9)
- Colza: creamy and spreadable (€9)
- Millefiori: wildflower, the taste of the local meadows (€8)
- Melata: dark honeydew honey, less sweet and rich in minerals (€8)
- Castagno: chestnut, bold and slightly bitter, great with cheese (€8)
- Ailanto: rare, with a fruity, muscat-like aroma (€8)
🫐 Blueberry nectar — 65% fruit
From their own hand-picked blueberries.
200 ml €3 · 500 ml €7
🐝 From the hive
Fresh bee pollen, kept frozen to stay fresh: 100 g €9 · 200 g €18
Propolis drops, 30 ml €9, with or without alcohol (the alcohol-free one is suitable for children)
🌹 Old rose collection
Made from the petals of their own heirloom roses. Hardly anyone else makes these.
Rose-petal compote, 100 g €7: try it with ZIPO’s ricotta or a mature cheese
Rose-petal vinegar, 200 ml €12: for salads, fish or a spritz with a twist
Order on Nuar
L’Ape L.E.A.’s honeys, blueberry nectar and rose-petal specials are now on the Nuar app. Order there, then pick up your order at Le Polveri, Via Vespri, on Thursday 22 October, 17:30–18:30.
Order on Nuar: https://links.nuar.app/offer/1a1402fe-7af8-4849-84cc-2ae9c2f6b3a3