In 1998, Italian native and new Montrealer Angelo Rindone partnered with Patrick Tomaras to create a company that would allow Quebecers to discover the quintessence of Italian gastronomy.
The company initially specialized in importing high-quality olive oils and grew rapidly to expand its offering to a wider variety of fine Italian food products, which today represents more than twenty different product lines. The growing demand for their high-quality products and an expanding customer base led ITACA to add the Ottawa, Toronto, and Vancouver markets.
ITACA works directly with many Italian cuisine specialists in Montreal, New York, Toronto, and Vancouver, in addition to participating in numerous culinary events to present and promote its quality Italian products to epicureans across Canada. The company also offers information sessions and product tastings, an exclusive line for restaurants, as well as a specialized chef who prepares personalized recipes for our high-value clients.
Itaca Direct works with small family producers offering artisanal Italian products of the highest quality that respect the environment and traditional expertise. We are constantly traveling to Italy in search of hidden treasures and the latest food innovations on the market to please the most refined palates. We always remain vigilant regarding quality because we fundamentally believe that every meal deserves only the best quality products available. We therefore maintain a close relationship with each producer, ensuring regular visits to their fields, farms, and facilities throughout Italy.