In a world where food products are often victims of mass production and compromises, Cento Fine Foods confidently stays the course towards quality, tradition, and trust. This is not just a brand — it’s a family story that has been sincerely sharing authentic Italian flavor with millions of American families for over 60 years. Founded in 1963 in Philadelphia by Italian-American Alfred Cicotelli, Cento began as a small distributor of Italian delicacies and has transformed into one of the largest suppliers of authentic Italian products in the USA.
What started with a few boxes of tomatoes and olive oil gradually became a brand trusted by millions. In every product — a piece of Italian soul, family warmth, and a flavor impossible to fake. Cento remains a family business today, where three generations of Cicotelli work side by side, preserving the values laid down by the founder. Their life motto — “Trust Your Family with Our Family” — is more than just a slogan: it’s a promise of quality they give to every customer.
Cento Fine Foods is not just a single brand, but an entire Italian taste ecosystem that includes over 1000 product varieties. The company’s portfolio features both classic products and modern delicacies for the most discerning gourmets:
Cento — the flagship brand embodying traditional Italian recipes in every jar of tomatoes, bottle of olive oil, or jar of artichokes.
Anna, Bellino, Little Gina’s — brands that deliver authentic flavors of pasta, tomato sauces, marinated vegetables, and classic antipasti.
Ferrara and La Florentine — a real celebration for sweet tooths. Panettone, cannoli, almond cookies — each taste transports you to an Italian Christmas.
Maurizio — refined artisanal pasta, where quality ingredients and manufacturing methods turn pasta into art.
La Bella Valentina — legendary pandoro and panettone, symbols of festive coziness.
At Cento, tradition goes hand in hand with innovation. Product manufacturing is carried out with strict quality control — from the farm to the store shelf. The company actively implements traceability technologies that allow consumers to find out where each ingredient comes from, when, and by whom it was harvested. Such transparency builds trust, which has become the main currency of the brand.
Furthermore, the company cares about eco-friendly packaging, logistics with a minimal carbon footprint, and supporting local Italian farmers, thereby strengthening the bridges between Italy and America.
For Cento, Italian food is not just a set of ingredients. It’s a language of love, communication, and memories. It’s family dinner, Sunday celebration, the aroma of sauce simmering on the stove, and a taste that transports you to Naples, Sicily, or Rome. Every jar of tomatoes, every box of pasta — is a window into true Italy.
Although the company has been in America for over half a century, its roots remain deeply Italian. Cento supports cultural initiatives, participates in festivals, and sincerely believes that good food can unite people.
If you’ve ever tasted a tomato sauce reminiscent of grandma’s recipe or opened a jar of artichokes and suddenly felt like you were on the Amalfi Coast — it’s quite possible it was a product of Cento. And it’s no wonder, because this brand is not just a business. It’s a heritage that creates connections between generations, cultures, and continents.
Current information:
Address: 100 Cento Blvd, West Deptford, NJ 08086, United States
Phone: +1 (856)-853-7800
Hours:
Mon-Sun 07:00–17:00 (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
