Based in Scafati, Italy, and founded by Antonio Romano in 1972, La Regina has been a key partner of Rao’s Homemade since 1993 and produces all Rao's Homemade tomato-based sauces today.
The companies say this combination is positioned to unlock new regions, flavors, innovation and consumption occasions in both retail and foodservice channels across the combined business.
The company has unveiled a refreshed vision and values that brings its full portfolio of brands together, including Litehouse, Organicville, Veggiecraft, Sky Valley and partnered licensed brands including Flavortown, and Zaxbys.
Marzetti says the transaction reinforces its expanding position in the sauce category and is expected to provide additional growth opportunities through its retail and foodservice distribution network.
Ventura Foods operates as a joint venture of CHS, Inc., a global agribusiness and the largest farmer-owned cooperative in the United States, and Mitsui & Co., a global trading and investment company.
This partnership combines over 70 years of culinary expertise, expanding both companies’ capabilities in production, product development and customer service.
Founded in 2010 by two-time World Barbecue Champion Chef Charlie McKenna, Lillie's Q is a barbeque brand known for its Southern flavors and premium sauces, rubs and seasonings.
