G.L. Mezzetta, Inc.

G.L. Mezzetta, Inc. specializes in the production and distribution of premium Italian-inspired gourmet foods, including olives, pickled peppers, antipasti, pasta sauces, and marinades, sourced from family farms in California and imported from Mediterranean regions. As a family-owned processor, the company emphasizes hand-packing and traditional recipes to deliver high-quality, jarred products for retail and foodservice channels, fostering culinary inspiration through authentic flavors and sustainable sourcing practices. It operates a vertically integrated model from sourcing to packaging, supporting a diverse portfolio that enhances everyday meals and special gatherings with Mediterranean zest. 

Product Breakdown

Olives and Stuffed Varieties: G.L. Mezzetta produces a range of premium olives, including super mammoth, garlic-stuffed, and blue cheese-filled options, hand-packed in brine to preserve authentic Mediterranean flavors for use in appetizers, salads, and martinis.

Peppers and Pickled Vegetables: The company offers pickled peppers such as cherry, hot chili, and roasted red varieties, alongside giardiniera and other pickled assortments, processed in glass jars to maintain crisp texture and tangy profiles suitable for antipasti platters and meal accompaniments.
Antipasti and Tapas: Products include marinated artichoke hearts, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes, curated for sharing-style servings that blend Italian heritage with convenient, ready-to-eat formats for casual dining and entertaining.

Pasta Sauces and Marinades: G.L. Mezzetta manufactures Napa Valley-inspired marinara, roasted garlic, and Calabrian chili sauces, alongside teriyaki and balsamic glazes, formulated with fresh ingredients to elevate pasta dishes, grilling, and dipping applications.

Specialty Sauces and Oils: The lineup features finishing oils, hot sauces, and bruschetta toppers, emphasizing bold, regional tastes derived from family recipes to complement a variety of culinary preparations from pizzas to charcuterie boards.