Food and Drink Awards 2025 | 25 Antonio Carlo Gourmet Sauces (Antonio Carlo) is a family-owned business that has been making premium gourmet Italian marinara sauces since 1877. Born in Genoa, Italy, Antonio Carlo is a master in crafting gourmet marinara sauces. He has loved being in the kitchen ever since he was a young boy – where he discovered his Nonna’s incredible homemade “mari-naada” sauce, that has stood the test of time. Antonio has been making this sauce for more than five decades, using only the freshest, organic vine-ripened San Marzano plum tomatoes and real olive oil, slowly simmered with tantalising herbs and spices. All natural, vegan, gluten-free, Whole30 approved, and with no added preservatives or sugars, we are excited to learn more about its award-winning sauces. Best Authentic Marinara Sauce Brand 2025 - USA naada" recipe, a spicy arrabbiata, roasted garlic and tomato basil all of which ooze heritage and flavour, and are handcrafted in small batches. Each flavour is suitable for pretty much any dish; while traditionally for pasta, they are just as delectable with seafood, chicken, veal, pork, grilled vegetables, homemade, pizza, and even as a dip! If you are looking for inspiration on ways to get creative with its sauces, you can take a look at some delicious recipes featured on the Antonio Carlo website. From gluten-free cauliflower crust pizza to Italian stuffed chicken breasts to traditional bolognese to linguine with red clam sauce, and even a signature Bloody Mary, the possibilities are endless. As Antonio says, “Who knows? You might discover your next droolworthy meal!” “I’ve been making these sauces for over 50 years and let me tell you something, this ain’t no ragoooo. It’s the real deal. You’re gonna love it. Buon appetito!” So, what is the secret to these sauces? Antonio reveals that there is no secret – It's all about the process, which he keeps at the centre of every concoction. And he also surrounds himself with gourmet executive chefs and industry leaders, who are equally devoted toward ensuring each jar of sauce is crafted to perfection. “With each flavour in our collection, our process always starts the same – using only the freshest ingredients and adding nothing else,” Antonio says. “We carefully select premium vine-ripened Italian tomatoes and combine it with the purest of olive oils. Over low heat, we fuse together those rich, authentic Italian flavours with onion, garlic, and fresh basil leaf. A dash of salt and pepper and we’ve created a mouth-watering, all-purpose marinara that is as delicious as it is nutritious.” Ultimately, Antonio Carlo and the team are confident that just by tasting its sauces once, you will never look back. You can expect to savour its flavours like never before, and they may just be reminiscent of your parents’ or grandparents’ recipes of the past. You will never feel a need to use any other brand’s sauce again. As Antonio says, “From our family to yours”, shop the sauce range here. Contact: Anthony Costella Company: Antonio Carlo Gourmet Sauces Website: www.antoniocarlo.com ntonio Carlo and his family moved to the United States in search of new experiences and soon found themselves settled in New Jersey, where, in line with tradition, he continues to bring his Nonna’s classic marinara recipe to life. With family and friends saying they enjoy it for an authentic flavour, nutritiousness, and quality that just isn’t found on store shelves, he decided it was time to bring it to the market. It has been two years since Antonio launched the brand and it has quickly achieved national reach, with many major US retailers picking it up, including Harris Teeter, Meijer, Lowes Foods, The Fresh Market, Central Market and Amazon. Antonio Carlo Gourmet Sauces currently offers four authentic Italian marinara sauce flavours: the 3rd generation original “mariA
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