About us

Rinaldo Rondolino, propriétaire d’Acquerello, courant dans la rizière

The company
Back in 1998 and newly arrived to Montreal from its natal Milan, Angelo Rindone, with his head full of ideas, unites forces with Patrick Tomaras. Together, they build a company that they believe the best way to make Quebec discover the quintessence of italian gastronomy. First specialized in olive oils importation, their market grows to allow the income of a larger variety of fine italian foods. Their vision of expansion brings them to move to a more voluminous space in Montreal, and to expand their market to Ottawa and Toronto. Used by numerous restaurateurs who recognize the quality of their goods, Itaca Direct products are also available in various Quebec fine groceries. More and more individuals swear by their quality and the exceptional good value for money Itaca Direct importations offer.

Itaca Direct is also a company well grounded in its surroundings, involved in restoration. Thus, it works in partnership with many New York, Toronto, and obviously Italy’s specialists. The company does not hesitate to participate in various events and to invest in the development of innovative projects. It is a team who seeks to find for you all the novelties, and also to offer you the best quality service, with an efficient delivery service, corporate gifts service and experts always available to advise you. The company also provides information sessions about the products, an exclusive line for restaurants and a specialized chef who will prepare for you customized recipes. Itaca Direct effort translates in 10 years of research for the best, for delicacy.

Philosophy
Itaca Direct bestows a crucial importance to the constant quest of unique producers. Beyond the product, always tasty, of high quality, there is the artisan, the producer, the one from who everything follows. The origins of the importations assume a fundamental importance, also in order to stimulate local italian economy, contributing to its development. By knowing each and every artisan, and by doing a follow up from the fields to the market, the quality of the products is subsequently guaranteed. Itaca Direct works with involved producers, rigorously maintaining excellence. Constantly traveling throughout Italy searching for new treasures, Itaca Direct stays on the lookout for current arrivals on the market, because each meal deserves the highest care and the best products!