Our journey started in Austria on December 12th, 2009, with the opening of our first store in Klagenfurt. The store quickly became a hit, thanks to the growing interest from Austrian food enthusiasts, loyal customers, and lovers of authentic Italian products, particularly the finest cheeses and cured meats. Over time, the business expanded to a larger location in the heart of Klagenfurt (Heinrich Harrer Strabe 5), which allowed us to offer a broader selection of products. This new space also enabled us to introduce fresh fish and other high-quality Italian specialties, marking a significant leap in our offerings and meeting the demands of our expanding and ever-loyal customer base.
Gusto Italia” was created with the aim of making a meaningful contribution to promoting the image of Italy worldwide, supporting economic growth, and celebrating Italian culture and identity.“Gusto Italia” is a network of stores offering exclusively Made in Italy products abroad—a curated selection of the finest Italian specialties that help elevate the “ITALIA” brand every day, bringing authentic Italian flavors to tables across the globe.Founded by restaurateurs and food lovers with deep ties to Italian traditions, “Gusto Italia” showcases the very best of our country’s food and wine. We carefully choose ingredients from a wide network that spans from field to table. Through ongoing research and development, paired with the expertise we've honed over generations, we aim to recreate the emotions of Italian hospitality and tradition.
Internationalization means going beyond national borders to bring Made in Italy products to the world, preserving the competitiveness of our goods while promoting quality, regions, and, of course, "Taste" (in Italian Gusto).With “Gusto Italia,” we set out to bring the excellence of Italian products abroad, starting with Austria—one of Europe’s most beautiful and developed countries, right across the border. Our goal is to introduce, relaunch, and sell our finest offerings to an international audience.
