STAR Fine Foods

What STAR Fine Foods does

STAR Fine Foods is a U.S. specialty CPG company that produces and distributes a portfolio of Mediterranean food products — extra virgin olive oils, vinegars (balsamic, red wine, white wine, sherry, rice), stuffed and pitted olives, blended cooking oils, seed oils, and specialty items such as pepperoncini, capers, cocktail onions, and sun-dried tomatoes. The company markets roughly 30+ active SKUs across sizes from 7oz to 67oz, with quality and provenance differentiated by a dense certification stack that includes NAOOA membership, American Heart Association Heart-Check certification, Non-GMO Project Verified, IFS, ISO 9002, ISO 14001, IOOC Certified Laboratory status, Kosher, and GLOBAL GAP coverage of 80% of plantations. Its 2025 0% Pesticide Residue EVOO line extends a tested-purity claim against 300+ residues at <0.01 mg/kg, marking the most recent product-led investment.

The company was founded in 1898 in California by the Giurlani family as a Mediterranean-pantry brand, was acquired by Spain's Borges Group in 1995 (Giurlani USA, Inc.), and now operates as a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of the 125+ year-old Borges International Group. Its operating entity, Borges USA, is headquartered at 2680 W. Shaw Lane, Fresno, California, and employs between 11 and 50 people. Revenue is generated through physical-product sales across three distribution channels — nationwide retail grocery (supported by an online store locator), direct-to-consumer e-commerce at shop.starfinefoods.com, and food service/hospitality distributors — with no disclosed enterprise contracts or named anchor accounts. Marketing is content-led, anchored on a 825-recipe owned database and active Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube presence, with email newsletters used for mid-funnel engagement. Pricing follows a unit-pricing model across SKUs and sizes; no public pricing or revenue disclosures are available, and the company remains a private subsidiary with no funding events on record.

Name

STAR Fine Foods

Legal name

Borges USA

Website

https://starfinefoods.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1898

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

STAR Fine Foods is a U.S. subsidiary of Spain's Borges International Group that sells Mediterranean specialty foods — olive oils, vinegars, olives, and cooking blends — through retail grocery, DTC e-commerce, and food service channels across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mediterranean Specialty Foods

NAICS

Food Manufacturing (311), Starch and Vegetable Fats and Oils Manufacturing (31122), Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing (3114), Other Specialty Food Retailers (44529)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Canned, Fruits, Veg, Preserves, Jams & Jellies (2033), Canned, Frozen & Preservd Fruit, Veg & Food Specialties (2030)

akta.pro primary industry

Condiments, Sauces & Dressings (CRADAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Shelf-Stable Pantry Staples (Grains, Pasta, Rice, Beans, Canned Foods) (CRADAAAA), International Specialty Ingredients & Import Markets (CRAHAFAL)

Keywords

• Olive oils
• Balsamic vinegars
• Specialty olives
• Mediterranean foods
• Cooking oil blends

Headquarters

HQ city

Fresno

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Food Product Sales: STAR Fine Foods generates revenue through the sale of physical food products including olive oils, vinegars, olives, cooking oil blends, seed oils, and specialty Mediterranean foods. Products are sold through retail grocery stores, online direct-to-consumer channels, and food service distributors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

STAR Fine Foods manufactures and distributes premium Mediterranean-style food products, including olive oils, balsamic and wine vinegars, olives, peppers, capers, and blended cooking oils. Founded in 1898 in California and operating as Borges USA, a subsidiary of Spain's Borges International Group, the company sells through retail grocery channels and direct-to-consumer e-commerce. Its portfolio spans 30+ SKUs across core categories, with quality certifications from NAOOA, the American Heart Association, and the Non-GMO Project.

Product overview

STAR Fine Foods is a Mediterranean food company offering a diverse portfolio of premium olive oils, vinegars, olives, and specialty food products. The product line includes 8 varieties of olive oils (from standard Extra Virgin to Organic and 0% Pesticide Residue varieties), 10+ olive products (including stuffed varieties and organic options), 8+ vinegars (including Balsamic, Red Wine, White Wine, and Rice varieties), specialty foods (pepperoncini, capers, cocktail onions, sun-dried tomatoes), and blended cooking oils. Founded in 1898 and part of the Borges International Group, the company emphasizes Mediterranean heritage, quality assurance, and health-focused products certified by NAOOA, American Heart Association, and Non-GMO Project.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 0% Pesticide Residue Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Premium olive oil line guaranteeing zero detectable pesticide residues, tested by independent accredited laboratories for over 300 possible residues

Products and services

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil Flagship NAOOA-certified extra virgin olive oil with rich, fruity and peppery finish; available in 16.9oz and 25.3oz sizes; American Heart Association certified; for everyday sautéing, salads, marinades, and bread dipping by health-conscious consumers.
• Robust Extra Virgin Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil with a robust flavor profile suited to cooking and seasoning; targeted at consumers seeking bolder olive taste.
• Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Organic-certified extra virgin olive oil made without genetic engineering; for consumers seeking organic Mediterranean ingredients.
• 0% Pesticide Residue Extra Virgin Olive Oil Pesticide-free extra virgin olive oil tested by independent accredited laboratories for over 300 residues, guaranteeing less than 0.01 mg/kg pesticide content; 16.9oz; for consumers seeking the cleanest olive oil for marinades, salads, soups, and bread dipping.
• First Harvest Extra Virgin Olive Oil Premium extra virgin olive oil produced from first-harvest olives; positioned for consumers seeking premium-tier olive oil.
• Roasted Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil infused with roasted garlic flavor; for finishing and dipping applications.
• Original Olive Oil Classic olive oil blend for everyday cooking; positioned as a versatile staple product.
• Light Tasting Olive Oil Light-flavored olive oil ideal for baking and delicate dishes; for consumers seeking neutral flavor profiles.
• Balsamic Vinegar Balsamic vinegar made in Modena, Italy; smooth, sweet, tangy, acidic balance; for marinades, salad dressings, and dipping.
• Garlic Wine Vinegar Red wine vinegar infused with natural garlic essence; for salads, greens, stir-fry, and sauces.
• Star Golden Balsamic Vinegar Light-colored balsamic vinegar from Italy; smooth, sweet, tangy; for light-colored sauces and dressings; 12oz.
• Red Wine Vinegars Premium red wine vinegars for cooking and dressings.
• Natural Rice Vinegar Natural rice vinegar for Asian cuisine and dressings.
• Star Sherry Wine Vinegar Premium sherry wine vinegar for Mediterranean cooking and dressings.
• White Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar from selected Spanish white wines; lightly fruity, tangy, aromatic; suited to lighter cooking applications.
• Creamy Balsamic Glaze Creamy balsamic vinegar glaze designed for drizzling.
• Queen Pimiento Stuffed Olives Large queen olives stuffed with pimiento peppers; for snacking and antipasti.
• Manzanilla Pimiento Stuffed Olives (Reduced Sodium) Spanish-origin Manzanilla olives stuffed with pimiento peppers; available in reduced sodium; sizes 7oz, 10oz, 21oz.
• Garlic & Jalapeño Stuffed Olives Green olives stuffed with garlic and jalapeño peppers; for snacking and garnish.
• Pepper Jack Stuffed Green Olives Green olives stuffed with pepper jack cheese; for snacking and Mediterranean-style appetizers.
• Garlic & Lemon Stuffed Olives Green olives stuffed with garlic and lemon flavors.
• Organic Green Olives Stuffed with Pepper Organic green olives stuffed with red pepper; for consumers seeking organic Mediterranean options.
• Organic Pitted Green Olives Organic pitted green olives; for cooking and Mediterranean dishes.
• Whole Green Olives Whole un-stuffed green olives for snacking and cooking.
• Organic Pitted Kalamata Olives Organic pitted Kalamata olives from Greece; for Mediterranean dishes and salads.
• Black Olives Whole black olives for cooking and snacking.
• Greek Pepperoncini Greek-style pepperoncini peppers for Mediterranean salads, pizzas, and sandwiches.
• Nonpareil Capers Premium nonpareil capers for Mediterranean dishes, sauces, and garnishes.
• Cocktail Onions Cocktail onions for garnishes, appetizers, and classic cocktails.
• Sun Dried Tomatoes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Bertolli: One of the largest U.S. olive oil and Mediterranean CPG brands (owned by Deoleo), directly competing with STAR across extra virgin olive oil, vinegars, and Mediterranean pasta sauces. Highly comparable in product mix, distribution channels, and target consumers.
• California Olive Ranch: Largest U.S.-grown extra virgin olive oil brand, competing with STAR on quality, freshness, and traceability narratives. Directly comparable in extra virgin olive oil focus and grocery channel distribution.
• Pompeian: Major U.S. olive oil brand (also producing vinegars) competing head-to-head with STAR on grocery shelves in extra virgin and specialty olive oil SKUs. Similar price tier, distribution, and Mediterranean product positioning.
• Mezzetta: California-based Mediterranean CPG brand specializing in olives, peppers, capers, and pasta sauces. Highly comparable to STAR's olive and specialty Mediterranean portfolio, with similar grocery distribution and consumer target.
• Gaea: Greek olive oil and Mediterranean specialty foods brand with growing U.S. presence. Comparable to STAR on Mediterranean heritage positioning, extra virgin olive oil focus, and specialty food range (olives, vinegars).
• Filippo Berio: Italian heritage olive oil brand with broad U.S. grocery distribution. Directly comparable to STAR on premium-positioned Mediterranean olive oils, similar target consumer, and overlapping retail presence.
• Lucini Italia: Premium Italian olive oil and vinegar brand sold in U.S. natural and gourmet channels. Directly comparable to STAR on premium olive oil positioning, Italian sourcing heritage, and health/clean-label messaging.
• Colavita: Italian olive oil, vinegar, and Mediterranean specialty foods brand selling into the U.S. market. Closely comparable to STAR across product categories (olive oils, vinegars, Mediterranean specialty) and channel mix.
• Musco Family Olive Co. Large U.S. olive supplier producing both branded and private-label olives and olive oils. Comparable to STAR on grocery retail distribution and product mix in the olives category.

Broad incumbents

• Deoleo: Spanish-listed parent of Bertolli and Carapelli, making it a broad incumbent in olive oil with overlapping Mediterranean CPG portfolio. Comparable to Borges International Group (STAR's parent) as a category-defining incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• TikToktiktok.com/@starfinefoods
• Xx.com/starfinefoods
• Facebookfacebook.com/STARFinefoods
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/star-fine-foods

Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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