TheItalianExpertsfor Over70Years
Our Roma brand combines more than 70 years of heritage to bring the best Italian ingredients to America. In 1951, at the age of 20, Louis G. Piancone left Corato, Italy, for the United States. In 1955, Mr. Piancone decided to pursue the true American dream and opened an Italian delicatessen in Bradley Beach, New Jersey.
Noticing a need for wholesale distribution to restaurants in the area, Mr. Piancone sold the retail side of his business in 1964. He shifted his focus to supplying authentic Italian food to restaurants, and thus, Roma® Food was born. Today, Roma® combines this tradition with a dedication to sourcing the best Italian products, both traditional and innovative. Roma® is the leading foodservice brand for authentic Italian food and impeccable service.
Allow us to take you on a flavorful journey through the art of pizza-making.
We’re passionate about sharing our expertise and guiding you through the delightful world of pizza. From the perfect dough to the most delectable toppings, let us impart our knowledge and techniques to elevate your pizza-making skills to new heights.
Allow our brands to assist you in attaining delicious, impeccable, and dependable culinary perfection.
Join us and uncover the secrets behind crafting the perfect slice. Let's embark on this savory adventure together, one slice at a time.
We travel to Italy every year to source unique and authentic Italian products for our customers!
Allow us to take you on a flavorful journey
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Yes, you can load on the sauce and the toppings, but we all know great pizza comes down to the crust. And the perfect crust comes down to the wheat, yeast, and water. Roma flour comes in a variety of formulations, from patent to high gluten, and pack sizes up to 50 pounds. We believe mastering flavor starts with the best basics.
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Roma tomatoes are fresh, juicy, picked at the peak of freshness, then quickly processed to preserve that sun-ripened taste bringing all your favorite flavors together in a variety of products. Choose from vine-ripened whole tomatoes, diced, crushed, puréed or sun-dried as well as ketchup, marinara, chili sauce, and pizza sauce–each adds a zip of flavor to your favorite dish.
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We offer all your favorites, spanning Parmesan, provolone, ricotta, feta, and more. In the market for mozzarella? We offer shredded, feather shredded, diced, blocks, whole milk, low moisture, organic, thick-sliced, ovolini, bocconcini, and fresh curd, not to mention numerous blends with other premium Italian cheeses. We can even create custom blends for your business.
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H E T O P P I N G
You’ve spent years perfecting your pizza recipes. Roma signature toppings are the icing on... the perfect pie! Char-resistant pepperoni lays flat and comes in a variety of slice styles and flavors. Roma sausage comes fully cooked or raw and is loaded with authentic flavor. And our salami is perfectly seasoned and aged to perfection in a climate-controlled environment.
LetsDoughit!
Choosing the right flour for pizza making is fundamental to achieving the perfect crust, as flour type directly influences texture, flavor, and dough handling. The protein content, which determines gluten formation, is a crucial factor to consider. High-protein flours like bread flour, create a more elastic dough that yields a chewy, airy crust—ideal for Neapolitan or New York-style pizzas. Conversely, lower-protein flours, such as all-purpose or Italian “00” flour, produce a softer, more tender crust. Italian “00” flour is particularly popular for its fine grind and low gluten content, which results in a delicate, crispy pizza crust commonly found in traditional Neapolitan pizzas. Therefore, selecting the right flour allows home bakers and pizzaiolos to control the chewiness, crispiness, and flavor of their pizza.
Beyond texture, the right flour impacts dough hydration and fermentation, both essential for flavor development. Higher-protein flours absorb more water, which means they can handle wetter doughs without becoming overly sticky—key for long, slow fermentation processes that develop deeper flavors. Many bakers choose flour with specific characteristics based on the desired pizza style; for example, whole wheat flour adds a nutty, complex taste, while semolina can create an extra crispy base. The choice of flour even affects how the dough responds in a hot oven, influencing browning and blistering. With so many factors to consider, selecting the appropriate flour is a deliberate choice that enhances the pizza's overall quality and allows each unique style to shine.
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OurBrands
PIANCONE® IMPORTED & DOMESTIC
Piancone’s premium selection of authentic and innovative products are manufactured and produced to rigorous specifications. Taste what more than 70 years of experience and quality bring to the table.
ROMA®
The standard for pizza and Italian restaurant operators. Encompassing Old World excellence, Roma boasts a vast array of consistent, highquality products that deliver authentic flavor and meet or exceed demanding expectations. Tomatoes, filled pastas and Italian specialties, specialty and pizza cheeses, prepared sauces, meats, and Italian desserts.
LUIGI®
Designed for customers who require value-priced consistency and variety staples that serve satisfaction. Flour, tomatoes, bulk pasta, mushrooms, sandwich steaks, and pizza cheeses.
ULTIMO!® SUPREME & ULTIMO!®
Ideal for customers who require a full line of pizza products and ingredients. Ultimo! offers a wide range of value-added solutions. Prepared pizza sauces & toppings, pizza crust, dough & mixes, shredded pizza cheese blends, and tomatoes.
ItalianvsCalifornia
Italy and California are the most popular tomato growing regions, here are the best ways to separate the two:
Italian Tomatoes contain fewer solids than California, thus they contain less sugar which means less structure and minimal cooking time
(Important factoids: Tomatoes are made up of pulp, seeds, skin and solids. Solids are one component of the tomato that determines its structure and how it could be used. The Solids are made up of three components- Sugar, Acids and Salt, - sugar being the major component.
Italian Tomatoes contain more natural acidity than California tomatoes which pairs well with certain foods. The higher acidity will, as with most foods, leave a longer finish on your palate.
Due to the rich soil and ideal climate in Italy, the PH of Italian Tomatoes is usually within a normal range, therefore there is minimal or no need for citric acid which can mask the natural flavor of the tomato. However, the California soil is more alkaline, therefore acid levels in fruit can be lower than in Italy. When acid levels are below range, PH levels tend to run high. This could lead to potential spoilage; therefore, some California producers won’t take that risk and add citric acid to their products. In addition, the California soil and climate will drive sugar levels higher in fruit than in Italy. Because they are sweeter, the California tomato is considered by chefs to be very versatile for creating many dishes
Solids (sugar), Acid and PH are the most important points to know about this fruit. Both Italy and California do produce unique quality tomatoes. Due to the fact that they have their own natural characteristics, their kitchen applications can be used accordingly.
SayCheese!
Our unique, highest quality Italian pizza cheese, Bacio® is made with 100% natural ingredients like Grade A milk and our signature Kiss of Buffalo Milk. Authentically smooth and creamy with traditional dairy notes, Bacio pizza cheese offers a consistent, velvety meltdown with no over-browning or burning and retains its quality completely after being reheated. Its distinctive stretch remains impressive, even as it cools. Bacio pizza cheese is available in blocks, shreds, and in diced form.
Something special, from the very first bite. Crafted for perfection you can see and taste.
Premium Ingredients: Made with only the highest-quality ingredients of Grade A milk and our exclusive Kiss of Buffalo Milk.™
Delicious Taste: The difference is noticeable rich, smooth and creamy, with traditional dairy notes. Exquisite Melt: Consistent, velvety melt with no overbrowning or burning.
Excellent Reheat: Comes back to life completely after reheat, making it ideal for pizzerias serving slices.
Superb Stretch: Extraordinary stretch that remains impressive even as it cools.
Superior Yield: Delivers improved coverage for an experience both you and your customers can appreciate.
Robustness: Performs beautifully across a variety of oven applications.
Guaranteed Quality: Unparalleled consistency, batch after carefully crafted batch.
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For more than 40 years, our Northland® cheese operation in Rice, Minn., has offered fresh, made-to-order cheese products for pizza operations across the country. With over 2,100 options including mozzarella, reduced- fat cheddar, Romano, Parmesan, provolone, organic, and vegan, among many more, we’ll help you find the right cheese for your brand. With Northland products you won’t find anywhere else, you can get a variety of shredded and diced options in customized packaging. Our cheese experts will help you identify the most profitable and delicious blends.
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Authentic Italian cuisine calls for authentic Italian ingredients. The Performance Foodservice family of Italian brands offers no less in our selection of impeccable Italian products. Committed to tradition and history, Performance Foodservice branded products deliver the authentic flavor and quality insisted upon by discerning operators. Introducing the finest mozzarella in the market in Raffinato® Cheese. Made with 100% Wisconsin cheese with no starches, fillers, or extenders, the Raffinato® brand represents only high-quality ingredients with the highest quality performance. This product is ideal for pizza and enhancing chicken Parmesan, lasagnas, and baked dishes and offers the best performance and quality cheese for your restaurant.
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TakeitTo-Go!
The digital landscape is changing how restaurants reach out to consumers, but for pizzerias, the most important point of contact is held right in your guests’ hands. It’s not just what’s inside the pizza box that counts. Your box serves many functions as it carries your product to its destination. And your pizza box comes in contact with nearly three people on average as it’s handled, so there’s a real opportunity to maximize brand recognition.
Whether it’s our unique design or yours, serve up your pizza in style while extending your marketing reach with custom box solutions. Choose a print design that reflects the quality and performance of your business. It lets your guests know what to expect when they open the box – a unique, hot, fresh pie, straight from the oven.
Our boxes are engineered to keep your pizzas hot and safe from the elements without burning your driver or patron. We provide a variety of box designs customized how you want them with low start-up costs and low minimums. Our selection allows you to find a box and design that best fits your business.
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The takeout pizza industry is thriving, and so are our smart, sustainable, and affordable options. Scan the QR code to learn how we can enhance your takeout experience.
