Bertolli

Bertolli is a brand of Italian food products. Originally, it was a company started by Francesco Bertolli in 1865, in Lucca, Italy. The brand is known for its olive oil, pasta sauces, and frozen meals. Today, Bertolli products are sold globally and the brand is owned by different companies in different parts of the world.

History

Francesco Bertolli established his business in 1865, in the small Tuscan town of Lucca, Italy. He began by selling regional foods such as olive oil and wine, before expanding his range to include pasta and tomato sauce. The business grew rapidly, and by the early 20th century, Bertolli was a well-known brand in Italy.

In the 1980s, Bertolli expanded internationally, introducing its products to the United States and other countries. The brand was acquired by Unilever in 2008, who sold the olive oil business to the Spanish company Deoleo in 2014. The pasta and sauce businesses were sold to Mizkan, a Japanese company, in the same year.

Products

Bertolli's product range includes olive oil, pasta sauces, and frozen meals. The brand is particularly known for its olive oil, which is available in several varieties, including extra virgin, classic, and light. Bertolli's pasta sauces are made with natural ingredients and are available in a range of flavors, including marinara, alfredo, and vodka. The brand's frozen meals are inspired by traditional Italian recipes and include options such as chicken alfredo and shrimp scampi.

Ownership

Today, the Bertolli brand is owned by different companies in different parts of the world. In the United States, the pasta and sauce businesses are owned by Mizkan, while the olive oil business is owned by Deoleo. In Europe, the brand is owned by Unilever.

See also

• List of Italian companies
• List of food companies