Local Sourcing
Cumato works with local farms across South Africa to source quality tomatoes, cucumbers and other seasonal produce for its preserves.
Careful Craft
Each preserve is made with attention to texture, balance and flavour so every jar feels considered and consistent.
Kitchen Inspiration
The range is designed for food enthusiasts and home cooks who want easy ways to add depth and character to everyday meals.
Nationwide Reach
From Paarl, Cumato sends orders by courier to customers in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Gqeberha and beyond.
Classic Sun-Dried Tomato
A rich, savoury preserve that adds depth to toasties, pasta and antipasto platters.
Garlic Sun-Dried Tomato
Sun-dried tomatoes blended with garlic for a fuller, savoury pantry favourite.
Chilli Sun-Dried Tomato
A gently fiery preserve suited to burgers, grilled vegetables and snack boards.
Basil Sun-Dried Tomato
A fragrant preserve with a herbaceous note that works well in sandwiches and pasta dishes.
Oregano Sun-Dried Tomato
A robust preserve pairing the concentrated flavour of tomatoes with familiar savoury herbs.
Rosemary Sun-Dried Tomato
This preserve brings an aromatic edge to roast potatoes, focaccia and grilled meats.
Smoky Sun-Dried Tomato
A bold preserve with a smoky note that complements braai sides and wraps.
What Is Sun-Drying
A simple look at how sun-drying changes flavour, texture and kitchen use.
Why Pickles Work
Learn why tangy pickles bring balance and contrast to many savoury dishes.
Building A Pantry
Tips for keeping versatile jars and staples ready for everyday meal ideas.
Tomato Flavour Notes
Explore the savoury, concentrated character that makes sun-dried tomato preserves so useful.
Breakfast Toast
Spread tomato preserve on toast or layer pickles into breakfast rolls for extra flavour.
Sandwich Fillings
Use preserves to build deli-style sandwiches with contrast, texture and savoury lift.
Burgers and Rolls
Pickles and tomato preserves both add character to burgers, rolls and toasted buns.
Cheese Board Serving
Serve preserves with cheeses, crackers and bread for easy entertaining at home.
Braai Table Sides
Add jars to the braai table for simple sides that guests can spoon as they like.
Pasta Finishing
Fold tomato preserve through hot pasta for a quick, flavourful finishing touch.