About us
The Campisi family business was founded in 1854 in Marzamemi (SR), a small fishing village steeped in traditions linked to fish processing.
Connected to the sea for over a century, Campisi Conserve produces and processes a wide range of seafood products, from bluefin tuna, swordfish and amberjack to the finest bottarga, mosciame (tuna ham), as well as fish-based pestos and pâtés.
The use of ancient techniques dating back to the Arab period, refined over time, together with the drying and ageing of tuna-fishing products in a suitable climate, has made the Campisi family the faithful guardian of techniques that have almost completely disappeared.
Our aim is to continuously rediscover the products that have shaped the history of our land. We introduced the renowned Garum Excellens, a condiment made with fish and fresh local spices, used by the ancient Romans in the 5th century BC and highly appreciated by lovers of traditional cuisine.
Salvatore Campisi
It should also be remembered that Marzamemi is located in the municipality of Pachino. In recent years, Campisi has also focused on the processing and preservation of vegetable products, first and foremost the Red Gold of Pachino, the “Pachino Tomato PGI”, known worldwide for its exceptional sweetness.
One of the most successful products is tomato sauce, made with ribbed or cherry tomatoes.
The processing method has remained the same as the one traditionally handed down by local people from generation to generation. Authenticity, freshness of the raw ingredients and strict controls guarantee the highest quality.
Paolo Campisi
This reflects one of Campisi’s core values: its ethical code. Aware that its work depends on the resources of both land and sea, the company respects the local environment by processing products of guaranteed and controlled origin, such as Pachino Tomato PGI, and by using fish caught exclusively by hook and never through mass slaughter, promoting a healthy relationship between people and nature.
Care for local identity, combined with strict control over every stage of processing and the authenticity of the ingredients, makes Campisi a company that brings together the traditional flavours of Sicily’s land and sea.