Hickory Nut Gap (Asheville, NC) gourmet salamis are handcrafted by authentic Italian-American, Giacomo Santomauro, from San Giuseppe Salami Co in Elon, NC. All are free from nitrates and nitrites, made with simple ingredients, and use our premium pasture-raised pork. Meant to be savored, the longer you chew on this delicious meat, the more flavors hit your pallet. It is simply not-to-be-missed and perfect for any appetizer or charcuterie platter