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Our story

  • 1949

    1949

    Fantino & Mondello is launched with two products: capicollo and fresh sausages.

  • 1977

    1977

    Viau opens for business. CEO Franco Reda decides to buy a factory and produce pepperoni, his star product, himself.

  • 1984

    1984

    Ivano Scattolin, an associate and friend of Franco’s, joins the company as vice president, sales.

  • 1986-1996

    1986-1996

    Franco’s sons and daughter, Enzo, Joe and Vira join Viau and happily continue the family tradition.

  • 1999

    1999

    Viau buys the Fantino & Mondello brand. From that moment on, consumers availed with a wider range of products.

  • 2001

    2001

    The Company begins to sell products throughout Canada, and to export to the Northeastern United States.

  • 2006

    2006

    The head office is relocated, and a factory for Fantino & Mondello products is built in Laval.

  • 2007

    2007

    Sliced and prepackaged products hit the market.

  • 2008

    2008

    The large grocery chains begin to sell Fantino & Mondello products.

  • 2008

    2008

    Quebeckers discover the various ways to prepare Fantino & Mondello products, thanks to friendly spokesperson Stefano Faita.

  • 2009

    2009

    Pat De Marco becomes Chef Operations Officer, in charge of two factories.

  • 2010

    2010

    Continuing with more great products that respect the Fantino & Mondello tradition: quality and authenticity.