About us
An Entirely Italian Tradition.
The history of Cortelazzi has deep roots. For four generations, we have been engaged in the food industry. Let us tell you our story.
Our origins
Our story begins in the early 1900s with the great-grandfather of our current president, Nando. He was a producer of Parmigiano Reggiano and raised pigs, dedicating himself to the Italian agricultural tradition. The other great-grandfather, Lorenzo, also shared the same passion for dairy production. Those were years in which hard work and product quality were at the center of every activity.
Early 1900s
Early 1900s
Our origins
Our story begins in the early 1900s with the great-grandfather of our current president, Nando. He was a producer of Parmigiano Reggiano and raised pigs, dedicating himself to the Italian agricultural tradition. The other great-grandfather, Lorenzo, also shared the same passion for dairy production. Those were years in which hard work and product quality were at the center of every activity.
1980
The birth of the Cortelazzi company
The change came with Enzo, the father of our founder, who began selling cured meats, meats and cheeses, but in 1970 Ernando Cortelazzi bought the company and the real transformation began, laying the foundations for what would become a great enterprise.
1980
The birth of the Cortelazzi company
The change came with Enzo, the father of our founder, who began selling cured meats, meats and cheeses, but in 1970 Ernando Cortelazzi bought the company and the real transformation began, laying the foundations for what would become a great enterprise.
International expansion
In 1997 we decided it was time to expand our horizons, in that year we took the first major step towards the Czech Republic, with the mission of making the best Italian specialties known.
1997
1997
International expansion
In 1997 we decided it was time to expand our horizons, in that year we took the first major step towards the Czech Republic, with the mission of making the best Italian specialties known.
2003
The logistics platform of Badia Polesine
In 2003 we opened the new logistics platform in Badia Polesine. Having a logistics hub in Italy offers a significant advantage for our suppliers, as they can deliver their products within the national territory. For our customers, it guarantees fast service and fresh products.
2003
The logistics platform of Badia Polesine
In 2003 we opened the new logistics platform in Badia Polesine. Having a logistics hub in Italy offers a significant advantage for our suppliers, as they can deliver their products within the national territory. For our customers, it guarantees fast service and fresh products.
New warehouse, new growth
In 2015 we realised that our warehouse had become too small and that we needed much more space. With the relocation, our assortment started to grow more and more, and today we offer our customers more than 4,000 100% Italian products.
2015
2015
New warehouse, new growth
In 2015 we realised that our warehouse had become too small and that we needed much more space. With the relocation, our assortment started to grow more and more, and today we offer our customers more than 4,000 100% Italian products.
2017
The opening of the first store in Chrastany
In 2017 we realised a dream, a vision conceived by our President Ernando Cortelazzi: our first store finally opened in Chrastany.
A milestone that confirmed our vision of bringing quality Italian products directly to the consumer.
2017
The opening of the first store in Chrastany
In 2017 we realised a dream, a vision conceived by our President Ernando Cortelazzi: our first store finally opened in Chrastany.
A milestone that confirmed our vision of bringing quality Italian products directly to the consumer.
When passions become work
In 2018 we began our sponsorships in MOTO GP with a Moto 3 team and finally passion turned into something more.
2018
2018
When passions become work
In 2018 we began our sponsorships in MOTO GP with a Moto 3 team and finally passion turned into something more.
2023
Cortelazzi arrives in Slovakia
On November 6, 2023, the first true Italian supermarket opened in Bratislava. Thus, our second store was born, a demonstration that the Cortelazzi group can face great challenges with excellent results.
2023
Cortelazzi arrives in Slovakia
On November 6, 2023, the first true Italian supermarket opened in Bratislava. Thus, our second store was born, a demonstration that the Cortelazzi group can face great challenges with excellent results.
New openings and expansions
2024 has been a year full of challenges. We opened a third warehouse in Czech Republic with an expansion of over 400 pallet spaces, at the same time works have begun to expand our logistics platform in Italy.
Furthermore, we have started a wonderful collaboration with Paolo Simoncelli’s SIC 58 team, creating a brand-new hospitality facility that serves the team and its guests at all European races.
2024
2024
New openings and expansions
2024 has been a year full of challenges. We opened a third warehouse in Czech Republic with an expansion of over 400 pallet spaces, at the same time works have begun to expand our logistics platform in Italy.
Furthermore, we have started a wonderful collaboration with Paolo Simoncelli’s SIC 58 team, creating a brand-new hospitality facility that serves the team and its guests at all European races.
Today
The fourth generation and new horizons
Today we are well aware of our future objectives. The president remains our guide, but alongside him have come his children, who are now the fourth generation of the Cortelazzi family. They are supported by a team of professionals who have made this company great.
A special thanks certainly goes to the company’s directors, Silvia Cortelazzi and Stefano Ghiro, who sacrifice so much every day to achieve great milestones.
Many things await us in the future, in the meantime we are completing the expansion of our logistics hub in Italy and in 2025 we will open new offices alongside it.
Today
The fourth generation and new horizons
Today we are well aware of our future objectives. The president remains our guide, but alongside him have come his children, who are now the fourth generation of the Cortelazzi family. They are supported by a team of professionals who have made this company great.
A special thanks certainly goes to the company’s directors, Silvia Cortelazzi and Stefano Ghiro, who sacrifice so much every day to achieve great milestones.
Many things await us in the future, in the meantime we are completing the expansion of our logistics hub in Italy and in 2025 we will open new offices alongside it.
Cortelazzi is much more than a company: it's a family that looks to the future without ever forgetting its past.
Products
Products
Every day, we work to add new products to ensure we offer you the best. Through a constant search for the finest Italian producers, we guarantee the best quality products. We seek out companies that honor quality ingredients and ensure consistency. With over 4,000 tested and guaranteed products, we offer you the true taste of Italy, right to your home, without compromise.
Deliveries
Deliveries are guaranteed within 24 hours throughout Prague, while in the rest of the Czech Republic, deliveries occur at least 3 times a week. Across the rest of Europe, we ensure swift deliveries thanks to our internal distribution system. We use efficient, regularly inspected vehicles. Our goal is to provide you with the best delivery service you expect.
The President
Ernando Cortelazzi is our cornerstone. His dedication, passion, and desire to promote Italian culinary culture are evident in every word, gesture, and smile.
Ernando is not just our president, he’s family!
Our logistics
To guarantee a swift and optimal service for our customers we have opened a logistics hub in Italy. This allows us to implement convenient shipping policies for our suppliers and ensure the freshness of products to our clients.
Service quality is fundamental to us, which is why we conduct very strict controls. We pay great attention to all stages of the process: from the selection of suppliers to the the transportation and preservation of products.
Italian Supermarket
A wide range of MADE IN ITALY products for your family’s shopping and business needs.
We’re open from Monday to Saturday continuously, from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
Free entry, no registration required.
Italian Supermarket
A wide range of MADE IN ITALY products for your family’s shopping and business needs.
We’re open from Monday to Saturday continuously, from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
Free entry, no registration required.
Restaurant
In our Italian restaurant, every dish is prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, imported directly from Italy.
RESTAURANTHoreca
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