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Our History

Since 1975
Every great success story starts from a humble beginning
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1975

Every great success story starts from a humble beginning. Ferraro Foods is no exception.

Company Founded
Established in 1975 in Green Brook, New Jersey, Ferraro Foods initially operated out of a small garage with just a single truck.

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1985

Acquired by Michael Giammarino
Michael Giammarino continued this vision when he took ownership in October 1985.

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2002

Piscataway, NJ Opens
Ferraro opened its 135,000 square foot headquarters facility in Piscataway, NJ as part of expansion efforts to keep up with increasing demand.

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2004

North Carolina Distribution Center Opens
High Point, NC facility opens.

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Expansion Continues
Completed a 55,000 square foot extension to the Piscataway facility and relocated High Point facility to newly opened sister facility in Mebane, NC.

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2017

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The Last Bite & Acquisitions
The Last Bite publication began being published. Ferraro also acquired Montebello Foods & Alpha Foods.

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Ferraro acquires Savona Stavola.

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2019

Maryland Center & Napoli Foods
Ferraro acquires Napoli Foods, adding a 3rd location in Cheshire, CT. Later in the year, a new Maryland distribution facility opens, adding a 4th facility that allows better access and service to Mid-Atlantic customers.

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Multiple Acquisitions
Ferraro Foods completed four acquisitions throughout 2020. C&F Foods, Danville Produce, LaRrosa Brothers and T&R Wholesale Foods.

2021

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Continued Growth and Expansion
Ferraro Foods completed four acquisitions in 2021. With the purchase of Cremosa and New Crem Flora Foods they expanded their footprint into Florida. Old Cilento Style, Legacy Foods and Casa Imports also joined the Ferraro Family during 2021.

2022

Delco Foods Joins Ferraro Foods
Delco Foods, one of the leading independent Italian food specialists in the Midwest, joined the Ferraro Foods Family .

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Our Mission

Our mission is to consistently be the leading Italian Food distributor in the marketplace delivering quality food products, value, and reliable service to the Italian restaurant and pizzeria segment, as well as numerous other concepts. As a family owned business, our goal is to make the customers and suppliers feel like part of the family. We are proud of our team and continually welcome the opportunity to help grow the businesses of our valued customers day after day and year after year.

Company Highlights

Much like the pride that you take in preparing each dish, Ferraro Foods strives to bring you fresh ingredients and quality service that is unmatched in the industry. Our staff of food service professionals is dedicated to bringing you the finest products available to keep your customers coming back again and again.

Ferraro Foods services over 8,000 customers in 19 states. We operate out of five distribution locations with our flagship facility in Piscataway, New Jersey. From multi-temp trucks, to refrigerated loading docks, here at Ferraro Foods, product integrity is paramount. From center to center, loading dock to loading dock, and truck to truck, all of our equipment meets the same high standards, so that we can meet yours.

We carry all your product needs including pasta, premium cheeses, tomatoes, flour, beverages, meats, seafood, appetizers, desserts, pizza boxes, food containers, and more. We also import some of the finest specialty food products direct from Europe. Whether it is ‘Ferraro,’ ‘Marino,’ ‘Vitale,’ or ‘Country’ exclusive brands, you can be sure it is quality. Our relationship with many premier manufacturers brings you the best Europe and the world has to offer. We source consistent quality products that you and your customers deserve. You can rely on Ferraro Foods to deliver on our promises so that you can deliver on yours!

Additionally, we offer support through our custom multi-unit program, coffee program, chemical program and export consolidation. Click on ‘Our Services’ for more details.

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