Fresh pasta. Italian sausage sandwiches. Decadent chocolate desserts. These are just a few of the offerings at Bertucelli's La Villa, an Italian deli and market in San Jose.

Step inside of Bertucelli's and you'll understand why it's received such acclaim. The deli is packed with every type of fresh prepared food you could possibly imagine, as well as shelves filled with gourmet ingredients that you can take home and transform into meals on your own. If you're just looking for a light snack, order some pasta salad, a serving of roasted peppers, or a slice of quiche. If you want a hot meal, the hot food case contains everything from deep-fried mac and cheese balls to ribs. You can also order an overstuffed Italian sandwich, grab a piece of dessert from the rotating case, or try a slice of hot pepperoni pizza.

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