Francesca Pittaluga

Experience

1. Founder

   Ciao Pappy

   Jan 2022 — Present

   Ciao Pappy is a celebration of Italian heritage and heirloom recipes blending premium quality with essential convenience.Inspired by the Italian Riviera, we use family recipes, 100% California made. Our sauces are all-natural, non-GMO, and whole ingredients. The company was launched in 2022 by founder Francesca Pittaluga. Following a 14-year career in fashion, Francesca created Ciao Pappy in honor of her Italian father, his home cooking talents, and her passion for quality food. Ciao Pappy has superior taste and modern packaging to speak to the modern food consumer. To date, Ciao Pappy is carried online and in 225+ retail stores across the United States including premium retailers such as Whole Foods, Goop, Farmshop, Gjusta Grocer, and more. In its first year, Ciao Pappy has been recognized in publications such as Goop, Eater, W Magazine, Town & Country, Angeleno Magazine, Shondaland, and Golden State. Each year, the company gives back a percentage of proceeds towards (OATS) Older Adults Technology Services, who’s work helps support the aging community and keeping them connected. Our vision is to expand a dated category with unique flavors, authenticity, and a new Italian-American story with a West Coast flair. We aim to create connection, bringing families and communities together through sharing food. We hope our sauces bring more joy and happiness to the dinner table and add an accent to your pantry staples.

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Italian Studies