Startup CPG Newswire:
Ciao Pappy Launches in Bristol Farms

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Francesca Pittaluga for Ciao Pappy

LOS ANGELES, CA (APRIL 2025) – Ciao Pappy, the Italifornia® pasta sauce brand, is proud to announce its launch at Bristol Farms, the iconic Southern California natural gourmet grocer. Starting this month, all three of Ciao Pappy’s small-batch marinara sauces will be available at 11 Bristol Farms locations, bringing bold, fresh flavor to pasta lovers across the region.

“This launch marks a significant milestone for us,” said Francesca Pittaluga, founder of Ciao Pappy. “We’re honored to partner with Bristol Farms, a retailer that values quality, craftsmanship, and culinary innovation. From their beautifully curated shelves to their dedication to exceptional ingredients, Bristol Farms has long been a favorite for food lovers… and now you can find Ciao Pappy nestled right in.”

Based in Los Angeles, Ciao Pappy’s premium sauces are made with sun-ripened California tomatoes, Italian herbs, and the finest sustainably sourced ingredients. Each sauce is non-GMO verified, contains no added sugar, and is free of pastes—delivering a clean, slow-simmered taste in every jar.

Inspired by Francesca’s Italian father, “Pappy,” the brand introduces a fresh take on the classic Italian dad. Pappy represents today’s modern Italian father, reinventing the decades-old Chef Boyardee archetype for a new generation—in a truly authentic, elevated way.

Crafted in small batches and made in California, the Italifornia brand celebrates family, food, and coastal living. Whether you’re whipping up a quick weeknight dinner or hosting friends for a cozy meal, Ciao Pappy’s sauces are made to bring comfort, connection, and joy to the table.

To celebrate the launch, Ciao Pappy will host in-store tastings at all 11 Bristol Farms locations, inviting shoppers to experience the sauces firsthand.

For more information, visit www.ciaopappy.com or follow along on Instagram at @ciaopappy.

About Ciao Pappy

Founded by Francesca Pittaluga, Ciao Pappy is a premium pasta sauce company and modern pantry brand that blends authentic Italian culinary traditions with a West Coast twist. Crafted with care and rooted in family, Ciao Pappy brings bold Italifornia® flavor to homes across the United States.

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