Perino Pasta Fresca

What Perino Pasta Fresca does

Perino Pasta Fresca (legal entity: Perino Sp. z o.o.) is a privately held Polish manufacturer of fresh, deep-frozen Italian pasta products (pasta fresca) serving the professional HoReCa sector. Founded in 2009 with production based in Wielgolas Brzeziński near Halinów, Poland, the company operates a single manufacturing facility producing over 60 SKUs across eight categories: handmade pasta, stuffed pasta (tortellini, ravioli, ravioletti, quadroni, rotondi, ravioloni, cappelli), gnocchi (including stuffed varieties), long pasta, short pasta, oven-ready products (lasagne, cannelloni), sauces, and regional products such as cepelinki. The company is registered with the District Court Lublin-East, KRS 452738, with a declared share capital of PLN 2,383,500.

The core technology stack rests on bronze die extrusion for rough, sauce-absorbing pasta texture and immediate blast-freezing as the sole preservation method, yielding up to 15 months of shelf life while maintaining pasta fresca quality. Products are IFS Food and HACCP certified, supporting both domestic premium positioning and international compliance. The B2B go-to-market combines a direct field sales force of regional Key Account Advisors covering every Polish voivodeship (with executive chef support for culinary advisory) supplemented by nationwide and regional food distributors. Custom production services target ready meal and food box manufacturers with private-label and bespoke SKUs. Revenue is generated through one-time B2B product sales in 2-5 kg cartons, custom manufacturing services, and distributor resale at quote-based pricing; no public retail pricing exists, and a free sample program supports acquisition.

Perino's growth posture emphasizes product innovation (seasonal limited editions, plant-based, DOP-certified SKUs), ecosystem building (chef loyalty program, HoReCa referral partner program, a Food Cost Calculator web tool), and active pursuit of export partners for international expansion beyond Poland. The company is operating independently with no disclosed external equity or parent backing.

Name

Perino Pasta Fresca

Legal name

Perino Sp. z o.o.

Website

https://perino.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Perino Pasta Fresca (Perino Sp. z o.o.) is a Polish manufacturer founded in 2009 producing fresh, deep-frozen Italian pasta using bronze die extrusion and blast-freezing technology, supplying over 60 SKUs to the professional HoReCa sector in Poland through a regional field sales force and distribution partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fresh and Frozen Italian Pasta Manufacturing

NAICS

Cookie, Cracker, and Pasta Manufacturing (31182), Frozen Specialty Food Manufacturing (311412), Dry Pasta, Dough, and Flour Mixes Manufacturing from Purchased Flour (311824)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products (2090)

akta.pro primary industry

Pasta Manufacturing (dry, fresh, filled) (AFAKABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Frozen prepared meals & entrées manufacturing (AFAKAHAA), Frozen Ethnic & International Meals (CRADADAE)

Keywords

• Fresh frozen pasta
• Italian pasta manufacturer
• HoReCa food supplier
• Stuffed pasta products
• Bronze die pasta

Headquarters

HQ city

Halinów

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. B2B Product Sales to HoReCa: Perino generates revenue through direct sales of fresh, deep-frozen pasta products to hotels, restaurants, and catering companies. Products are sold in bulk packaging (typically 2-5 kg cartons) through regional advisors and distribution partners.
2. Custom Production Services: The company offers bespoke manufacturing services for food manufacturers and restaurant chains seeking unique pasta products tailored to their specific menu requirements.
3. Distribution Partnership Model: Perino collaborates with nationwide and regional distributors who resell products to end customers in the HoReCa sector, providing full commercial support including marketing materials, training, and culinary expertise.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Perino Sp. z o.o. manufactures and sells fresh, deep-frozen Italian pasta (pasta fresca) products targeted at the HoReCa sector in Poland. The portfolio of over 60 SKUs covers handmade pasta, stuffed pasta (tortellacci, ravioli, tortellini, cappelli), gnocchi, long pasta, short pasta, oven-ready products (lasagne, cannelloni), sauces (pesto), and Polish regional products (cepelinki). All products are produced using traditional Italian recipes with 100% natural ingredients, bronze die extrusion, and blast-freezing as the sole preservation method, sold in bulk professional packaging (2–5 kg cartons) via regional sales advisors and distribution partners.

Product overview

Perino Pasta Fresca offers a comprehensive portfolio of fresh, deep-frozen Italian pasta products designed specifically for the HoReCa industry. The product line comprises over 60 products across eight main categories: (1) Handmade Pasta (Tortellacci) - handcrafted large pasta pockets with premium fillings; (2) Stuffed Pasta (Makarony nadziewane) - including Tortellini, Saccottini, Ravioletti, Ravioli, Quadroni, Rotondi, Ravioloni, Cappelli Caprese, and seasonal varieties; (3) Gnocchi - including classic potato, spinach, beetroot, pumpkin varieties and stuffed versions with various fillings; (4) Long Pasta (Makarony długie) - including Spaghetti alla chitarra, Tagliolini, Tagliatelle, Fettuccine, Pappardelle, and Mafaldine; (5) Short Pasta (Makarony krótkie) - including Garganelli, Penne Rigate, Rigatoni, Fusilloni, Paccheri, and Strozzapreti; (6) Baking Products - Lasagne sheets, Lasagne with meat, and Cannelloni varieties; (7) Sauces - Pesto al basilico and Pesto rosso; (8) Regional Products - Cepelinki (Polish potato dumplings). All products are blast-frozen immediately after production and have shelf life up to 15 months while maintaining pasta fresca quality. The company also offers a Food Cost Calculator tool for kitchen management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Handmade Pasta (Tortellacci / Pasta Fatta a Mano) Handcrafted large pasta pockets (tortellacci and related shapes) with premium fillings such as boletus, shellfish in cuttlefish-ink dough, and spinach with mozzarella. Targets professional chefs in restaurants and hotels seeking signature Italian-style handmade pasta.
• Stuffed Pasta (Tortellini, Saccottini, Ravioletti, Ravioli, Quadroni, Rotondi, Ravioloni, Cappelli Caprese) Comprehensive stuffed pasta range with over 20 SKUs including meat, cheese, vegetable, seafood, spelt, and rye dough variants. Designed for fine-dining and casual restaurants seeking authentic Italian fillings with up to 65% stuffing content and fast 5–6 minute cooking.
• Gnocchi (Classic, Spinach, Beetroot, Pumpkin, and Stuffed Varieties) Ridged oval-shaped potato dumplings including classic, spinach, beetroot, and pumpkin varieties, plus stuffed versions with boletus, goat cheese and truffles, tomato and mozzarella, cacio e pepe, walnut cream, and duck. Cook in 1–2 minutes for plain or 5 minutes for stuffed. Designed for professional chefs needing fast, consistent potato-based pasta.
• Long Pasta (Spaghetti alla chitarra, Tagliolini, Tagliatelle, Fettuccine, Pappardelle, Mafaldine) Long pasta assortment extruded through bronze dies for sauce-holding texture, including traditional (spaghetti alla chitarra, tagliatelle, fettuccine, pappardelle), colored (spinach, tomato, cuttlefish ink), whole-grain (spelt), and new Mafaldine ribbed varieties. Cook in 2–3 minutes; volume increases ~60% after cooking.
• Short Pasta (Garganelli, Penne Rigate, Rigatoni, Fusilloni, Paccheri, Strozzapreti) Short pasta shapes (ridged tubes, spirals, twists) extruded through bronze dies for porous sauce-holding surface, including egg-free Strozzapreti and cuttlefish-ink Fusilloni. Cook in 2–4 minutes. Loose-packed for exact portioning in professional kitchens.
• Oven-Ready Products (Lasagne Sheets, Lasagne with Meat, Cannelloni with Ricotta & Spinach, Cannelloni with Meat)

Quantifiable outcome

• Shelf life up to 15 months through blast-freezing
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic_growth and minor.

• Nationwide and Regional DistributorscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPerino collaborates with both nationwide and regional distributors who want to offer their clients products designed specifically for the HoReCa sector. In addition to an outstanding product, Perino provides full commercial support including marketing materials, training, and culinary expertise. The partnership allows distributors to expand their product portfolio with premium pasta products meeting market demand for quality.
• Export Partners and International Distributorsstrategic_growthChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPerino is seeking export partners, distributors, and hospitality networks internationally. The company provides full logistical and sales support, while IFS and HACCP certifications ensure compliance with the highest international quality standards. This partnership model enables international expansion while maintaining quality consistency.
• Food ManufacturerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPerino partners with producers of ready meals, food boxes, and foodservice components. The company offers fresh, deep-frozen premium pasta as the perfect foundation for manufacturing partners' product ranges. They work together to develop technological and logistical solutions tailored to production needs, ensuring convenience, consistency, quality, and flexibility.
• HoReCa Referral PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPerino's Partner Program targets businesses connected to the HoReCa industry - equipment suppliers, restaurant owners, hotel operators, catering companies. Partners can refer contacts to Perino and receive rewards for successful leads that result in signed agreements.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Italpasta: One of the largest Canadian pasta manufacturers, primarily dry pasta but with growing specialty and fresh pasta offerings. Comparable to Perino in product architecture though dry-focused, serving North American foodservice markets.

Broad incumbents

• Buitoni (Nestlé): Italian-origin pasta and food brand owned by Nestlé, offering fresh filled pasta alongside dry pasta and sauces. Competes with Perino in the fresh and prepared pasta category across multiple European markets, leveraging Nestlé's distribution scale.
• Rana (Giovanni Rana): One of the largest Italian fresh pasta manufacturers globally, producing fresh filled pasta, ready meals, and gnocchi for retail and foodservice. Operates internationally and competes directly with Perino in the premium fresh-frozen pasta category, though at significantly larger scale.
• Newlat Food (Italian food group): Italian food group owning multiple pasta, dairy, and bakery brands (including Bonomini, Delverde). The group's fresh pasta and ready meals operations compete with Perino across European HoReCa and retail channels.
• La Molisana: Established Italian pasta brand producing a wide range of durum wheat pasta products. While primarily a dry pasta manufacturer, the company offers specialty and bronze-die extruded products comparable to Perino's long pasta range.
• Ebro Foods (Panzani subsidiary): Spanish food conglomerate with significant pasta operations through Panzani in France and Italy. Comparable to Perino's product categories with broader geographic reach and dry/fresh pasta portfolio.

Direct peers

• Cibus (Italian Food Industry): Italian fresh and frozen pasta manufacturer serving both retail and foodservice channels. Cibus's portfolio of filled pasta and ready meals is highly comparable to Perino's product mix and quality positioning.
• Rummo: Italian pasta manufacturer with a strong portfolio of dry pasta, fresh pasta, and ready meals. Rummo's fresh and specialty pasta lines directly compete with Perino's offerings in the HoReCa channel, with similar quality positioning and bronze-die tradition.
• Pasta Lensi: Italian producer of fresh filled pasta and ready meals, focused on the retail and foodservice markets. The company's filled pasta portfolio (tortellini, ravioli, agnolotti) directly mirrors Perino's stuffed pasta category.

Emerging players

• Malfatti & Malfatti (Italian frozen pasta): Italian frozen filled pasta specialist producing tortelloni, ravioli, and agnolotti for retail and foodservice. Smaller than the global incumbents but comparable in product format and HoReCa focus to Perino.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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