The true taste of Italy with Brakes
From artisan pasta and regional cheeses to sun-ripened tomatoes and cured meats, our Authentic Italian range brings the true taste of Italy to your restaurant, deli, or shop. Sourced directly from Italian farmers and producers, every product is Made in Italy and crafted with heritage, passion, and tradition. Perfect for chefs and buyers who want to serve genuine Italian ingredients with flavour, soul, and story.
Our specialist brands
Chef’s favourites
Shop essentials
Beyond our Authentic Italian range, Brakes supplies fish, meat, fresh produce and pre-prepared dishes, plus essential catering equipment – helping you serve every dish effortlessly.
Meat & Poultry
Fish & Seafood
Fresh produce
Catering supplies
Why authentic Italian?
Brakes’ authentic Italian food range is inspired by traditional regional Italian recipes and ingredients. From slow-cooked sauces to classic pasta shapes and antipasti, each product is selected to reflect genuine Italian flavours, helping foodservice professionals deliver authentic Italian dishes with confidence.
Brakes’ authentic Italian food range is inspired by traditional regional Italian recipes and ingredients. From slow-cooked sauces to classic pasta shapes and antipasti, each product is selected to reflect genuine Italian flavours, helping foodservice professionals deliver authentic Italian dishes with confidence.
Yes. Brakes’ Italian food products are specifically designed for professional kitchens, making them ideal for restaurants, cafés, pubs, contract catering, and takeaways. The range offers consistent quality, reliable portion control, and time-saving solutions without compromising on authentic taste.
Brakes offers a wide selection of authentic Italian centre-of-plate products and key Italian staples, including pasta, pizza bases, tomatoes, olive oils, cheeses, cured meats, and sauces. These products support the creation of popular Italian dishes such as pizzas, pastas, risottos, and antipasti platters with consistent quality and ease.
Brakes provides value for money by offering competitively priced Italian products in bulk formats, helping operators reduce unit costs and minimise waste. With one basket, one order, and one delivery, businesses can streamline purchasing, save valuable time, and lower delivery and admin costs – making it easier to serve authentic Italian dishes while protecting profit margins.
Absolutely. The Italian range includes vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options and versatile ingredients that work well for modern, flexible menus. From plant-based sauces to vegetable-led dishes, Brakes helps chefs meet customer demand for authentic Italian flavours with contemporary appeal.