About Cara Donna Provision Co.

Cara Donna Provision Co. is a family-owned wholesale food distributor based in Massachusetts, serving restaurants, delis, pizzerias, and foodservice operators across all six New England states. Founded in 1972, we have grown from a single delivery truck into one of the region's most trusted providers of Italian specialty meats, cheeses, and wholesale food products.

For over four decades, the Cara Donna family has been guided by a simple philosophy: deliver quality products, provide reliable service, and treat every customer like family. That philosophy has sustained us through three generations and continues to define everything we do today.

Our History

The Cara Donna story begins in the early 1970s, when the first generation of the family saw an opportunity to serve the growing number of Italian-American restaurants and delis in the greater Boston area. Starting with a modest selection of imported Italian meats, cheeses, and provisions, the company quickly built a reputation for product quality and personal service.

Through the 1980s and 1990s, the second generation expanded the business significantly, broadening the product line to include a wider range of foodservice products while maintaining the specialty Italian focus that set us apart. New warehouse facilities were built to accommodate growing demand, and the delivery fleet expanded to reach customers across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.

Today, the third generation of the Cara Donna family leads the company, bringing modern technology and fresh ideas to a business rooted in tradition. We have invested in state-of-the-art refrigeration, online ordering capabilities, and expanded our product catalog to meet the evolving needs of today's foodservice operators. Yet the personal touch that defined our company from day one remains our most valued asset.

Our Team

Behind every delivery and every product is a team of dedicated professionals who share the Cara Donna commitment to quality and service.

Our warehouse and delivery teams bring decades of combined experience in food handling, cold chain management, and customer service. Many of our team members have been with Cara Donna for ten years or more, a testament to the working environment and culture we have built.

What We Carry

Our product catalog includes thousands of items across multiple categories, with a special focus on the Italian and specialty products that have been our hallmark since day one:

• Italian specialty meats: Prosciutto, capicola, sopressata, Genoa salami, mortadella, pancetta, and more from both imported and domestic producers
• Cheeses: Fresh mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, provolone, ricotta, Gorgonzola, and a broad selection of domestic and imported varieties
• Pizza ingredients: Flour, canned tomatoes, pizza cheese, pepperoni, sausage, and other pizza-specific products
• Pasta and grains: Dried and fresh pasta, specialty grains, and breadcrumbs
• Oils and vinegars: Extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, wine vinegars, and specialty cooking oils
• Canned and jarred goods: Olives, roasted peppers, artichoke hearts, anchovies, capers, and imported Italian tomato products
• Frozen products: Frozen doughs, appetizers, vegetables, and seafood
• Dry goods and pantry staples: Spices, seasonings, baking supplies, and other kitchen essentials

Our Commitment

At Cara Donna Provision Co., we are committed to:

• Product quality: We stand behind every product we sell. If it does not meet your standards, we will make it right.
• Reliable delivery: Our refrigerated fleet delivers on a consistent schedule across New England. Your orders arrive on time and at the proper temperature.
• Personal service: Every customer has a dedicated sales representative who knows your business and is available to help with orders, product questions, and problem resolution.
• Competitive pricing: We leverage our purchasing power and efficient operations to offer fair, competitive pricing on our entire product line.
• Food safety: Our warehouse and delivery operations meet the highest food safety standards, with strict temperature controls and handling protocols.

We are proud of the company our family has built, and we are grateful to the customers who have trusted us with their business over the years. If you are a foodservice operator in New England looking for a wholesale distributor who will treat your business with the care and attention it deserves, we invite you to contact us to learn more.