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Our Story

Four generations have succeeded one another, but the ingredients that turned a small dream into a major enterprise are still the same: attention to detail, pursuit of quality, and plenty of passion.

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Once upon a time there was a delicatessen that, with great passion and care, grew and transformed into something truly extraordinary. Scroll through the timeline to find out more about the six chapters in our story.
1919
1919

Everything starts somewhere

Grandfather Emilio opened a small delicatessen in the center of Modena, where the most genuine meats were processed with great care.

1961
1961

The tradition grows

He handed down the art of making cured meats to his son Carlo, who fulfilled his dream of opening his own business.

1979
1979

The new plant

As the business grew, Carlo and his sons decided to move production to San Prospero, laying the foundations for a bigger company.

1997
1997

Intuition

Driven by the desire to offer something unique, Carlo patented the first mortadella stuffed and cooked in its own natural rind, writing a new page in the history of Italian cured meats.

2012
2012

Rebirth

The region of Emilia is hit by a major earthquake, putting the company through a severe test. A year later, the business was reborn, stronger than before, thanks to the solidarity of the local community.

Today
Today

The story goes on

The passion for good food has continued over four generations, standing out for the quality and goodness of our products prepared with care.