Ciao Pappy was founded in 2021 by Francesca Pittaluga and her husband, Matthew, as a tribute to Francesca’s Italian-American upbringing and her father—affectionately known as “Pappy.” In her family, meals were the heartbeat of daily life, rooted in her father’s Italian heritage where time at the table was non-negotiable, no matter how busy life became. Cooking was simple, joyful, and grounded in Pappy’s philosophy that a well-made Italian meal only needs a handful of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Those kitchen lessons became the foundation of Ciao Pappy. Inspired by Pappy’s effortless approach to cooking, the brand creates pantry staples made with local, fresh, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Each product is designed to support both efficient home cooks and those who enjoy experimenting in the kitchen—without sacrificing flavor or quality.
Ciao Pappy’s mission is to be an elevated staple in the modern pantry, helping families come together over meals with greater ease and joy. Rooted in tradition but made for today, the brand aims to play a small but meaningful role in creating lifelong food memories—one shared meal at a time. Buon appetito.
