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In memoriam : Salvatore Salzarulo

February 7, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we relay the news that Salvatore Salzarulo, Co-Founder of Lioni Latticini, has passed away.

As an obituary read, Salvatore will always be remembered as a political enthusiast, passionate soccer follower, health optimist, and a self-educated, well-read gentleman. He left an indelible mark on all who knew him, he was a true visionary, and an honorable leader with integrity, valor, respect, and compassion.

Discover why our Burrata con Panna is the best Supermarket brand..." and is "regarded as one of the most famous Italian cheeses."

Angela Petruzzelli, food and wine writer and chef/owner of Italian restaurant Sprezza Cucina

What Our Customer's Have To Say

5/5
"Lioni 'Burrata con Panna' is the best supermarket brand of burrata I have found in the States..."

"For over a century, the process of making mozzarella has been a labor of love for Italian cheese makers, and in the tradition of never letting food go to waste, the scraps from making mozzarella were put to good use. This is how burrata was born."
Angela Petruzzelli – November 27, 2023
Food and Wine writer, contributor of Appetito Magazine and Pugliese owner of Sprezza Cucina in Richmond, VA.

“Lioni is delighted that our Burrata Con Panna has become a supermarket favorite! Today Burrata has become a staple cheese for restaurant chefs and for home chefs alike, and we are thrilled to have captured the true essence of its Puglia origins.”

5/5
"You have a fan here…Have been disappointed over the years with French and Italian cheeses made here… This was as good as Italian Stracciatella!!"
Sharon E. – August 29, 2022

“Our family takes great pride in differentiating our mozzarella from others in the market because we source the finest ingredients to recreate that true Italian experience. In fact, Lioni’s award winning Stracciatella is made from imported Italian panna to produce the most authentic cheese on this side of the Atlantic.”

Buon Appetito From Our Family to Yours!

Mozzarella is the mainstay of Italian cooking, our fresh mozzarella cheese is made with strict attention to detail that goes into every step of our production – from the selection of the freshest whole milk to the meticulous processing of the valuable curd, the perfect timing of the creation of the cheese, to the final inspection and in-house processing and packaging. This attention to detail guarantees the quality that is synonymous with the Lioni name.  Our fresh mozzarella will inspire you to create a culinary masterpiece!   

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2023 Hall of Fame Inductees
Giuseppe Salzarulo and Salvatore Salzarulo

Congratulations to the Founders and Owners, Giuseppe & Salvatore Salzarulo for their induction into the SFA Hall of Fame! The SFA Hall of Fame honors individuals whose accomplishments impact contributions, innovations, and successes within the specialty food industry.
Salvatore and Giuseppe Salzarulo celebrated more than 30 years in the Specialty Food Industry, manufacturing an authentic, outstanding, specialty cheese product known as “the Mozzarella”. As dedicated masters in the fresh mozzarella business, their passion is derived from family roots deeply tied to Lioni, Italy, an extraordinary work ethic, and an intense commitment to their craft.
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2023 Hall of Fame Inductees
Giuseppe Salzarulo and Salvatore Salzarulo

Congratulations to the Founders and Owners, Giuseppe & Salvatore Salzarulo for their induction into the SFA Hall of Fame! The SFA Hall of Fame honors individuals whose accomplishments impact contributions, innovations, and successes within the specialty food industry.
Salvatore and Giuseppe Salzarulo celebrated more than 30 years in the Specialty Food Industry, manufacturing an authentic, outstanding, specialty cheese product known as “the Mozzarella”. As dedicated masters in the fresh mozzarella business, their passion is derived from family roots deeply tied to Lioni, Italy, an extraordinary work ethic, and an intense commitment to their craft.
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In The Spotlight

Lioni is award winning once again!

They recently received top honors in two categories at this year’s American Cheese Society competition for its fresh and creamy Ovoline mozzarella and its luscious authentic Burrata cheese. Winners were announced at the ACS’s annual conference, the largest event of its kind for American-made cheeses.

Chef Spotlight

Chef Riccardo Orfino

Partner, and Executive Chef
Alice and Osteria 57

At the restaurants, there is special attention to a pescatarian and vegetarian lifestyle and its ethical impact on the environment. “Chef Orfino looks for that perfect balance between richness and acidity to exalt the essence of each flavor.” For Chef, It’s all about quality! Visit these highly popular restaurants in Greenwich Village to experience Chef Orfino’s distinguished dishes executed to perfection.

BURRATA – Sourdough bread, grilled peaches, saba, almond

BURRATA – Fennel two ways, Sicilian pesto, fennel pollen
HOUSEMADE PACCHERI POMODORO BURRATA – San Marzano tomatoes, basil, burrata
LOBSTER BRUSCHETTA – Sourdough bread, Maine lobster, heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, stracciatella 

Mozzarella is
our family’s passion
and the
heart and soul
of our business

In The Spotlight

In The Spotlight

Summer Fancy Food Show 2023

Lioni had three incredible days at the Summer Fancy Food Show showcasing their fresh mozzarella products and connecting with both old & new friends. They celebrated the induction of Lioni’s founders into the SFA Hall of Fame as they were recognized for their accomplishments and contributions in the Specialty Food Industry.

Chef Orfino honored Giuseppe & Salvatore, owners of Lioni Latticini by preparing an Una Spaghettata per Onorificare at the Summer Fancy Food Show. A memorable occasion celebrating their induction into the SFA Hall of Fame. The Chefs dishes featured Lioni’s Stracciatella and Bufala Fresca Mozzarella with an extra special recipe for Ravioli highlighting Lioni’s new Ricotta di Bufala.

Chef Riccardo Orfino and Team

Marc Iacono, Lucali Pizza

Team Lioni

HEB Team

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Chef Riccardo Orfino

Michele D’Amelio & Silvia Cogliano of Zero Gluten Foods

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1st Place • Ovoline

2023 American Cheese Society Competition

Lioni’s Ovoline traditional fresh mozzarella cheese received the 1st place award
at the 2023 American Cheese Society competition, topping 21 entries in the
Fresh Mozzarella (under 8 oz.) category. 

2nd place • Burrata Con Panna

2023 American Cheese Society Competition

Lioni’s Burrata Con Panna was awarded the highest honor in the 2023 American 
Cheese Society competition in the Burrata category, topping 13 other burrata 
entries. The American Cheese Society Judging and Competition, is the largest 
event of its kind for American-made cheeses.

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