History

Tradition and Quality Since 1909!

Back in the early 1900's, Enrico Formella journeyed to America from his native Sicily. Like many others, he dreamed of a better life in America along with his new wife Rosina, whom he married on the ocean voyage to the land of freedom. Enrico and Rosina brought with them the rich traditions and tastes of Old Word Sicily. After several successful business ventures, Enrico and Rosina began sharing their special family recipe of giardiniera ("jar-di'nair'ah") with their new friends and neighbors. Word soon spread around Southside Chicago neighborhood that E. Formella & Sons giardiniera was indeed special!

Almost 100 years and three generations later, E. Formella and Sons still proudly uses the same Old World recipes in all of our fine products. Since 1909, our family pride is sealed in every jar. Enrico and Rosina would be proud! We invite you to enjoy a taste of the E. Formella & Sons family tradition!