The taste of Italy, the ethics of Suma
Italy has always offered more than just exquisite cuisine; it’s a lifestyle: slow, thoughtful, rooted in tradition, and shared around the table.
Suma believe food should nourish more than just the body. It should reflect the values we live by – fairness, sustainability, and community. That’s why their Italian range is about more than just great taste. It’s food done fairly.
From Italian soil to your plate
Suma’s journey begins in the heart of Italy, where they partner with trusted growers who share their vision for a more ethical food system. These are not faceless suppliers; they’re families, communities, and generations of knowledge committed to the land and the people who work it.
Take their extra virgin olive oil: golden, peppery, and full of character. It’s cold-pressed from organically grown olives. Or their rich passata and sun-ripened cherry tomatoes, grown in the warmth of southern Italy, harvested at their peak, and packed with nothing but natural goodness.
They know that the best ingredients come from farmers who are respected and supported, and it shows in the flavour.
Pasta made with purpose
Pasta is at the heart of Italian cooking, and at the heart of their range. Whether it’s the comforting tradition of spaghetti, the colourful delight of their tricolore fusilli, or the wholesome twist of oat pasta casarecce, Suma pasta is made by an Italian farming co-op that ensures fair pay and working conditions. Made using heritage grains, carefully selected and slow-dried for a satisfying bite.
Pair it with their classic sauces – Napoletana, Arrabbiata, or plant-based Bolognese – all made using organic tomatoes and a few simple, honest ingredients. No additives, no shortcuts, just a taste of real Italian kitchens, done the Suma way.
Top it off with their green or red vegan pesto, both bursting with herbs, nuts, and flavour, ready to transform even the simplest dish into something special.
Not just what’s in the jar
Suma believe that how food is made is just as important as what’s in it. That’s why they go further. They’re a worker co-op – 100% owned and run by the people who work there. Everyone earns the same wage, and every voice matters. It’s a way of doing business that puts people before profit and reflects their long-standing commitment to equality, transparency, and shared responsibility.
They don’t just talk about ethics, they live them. Their packaging choices prioritise sustainability, and they work to reduce food miles and waste across their supply chain. From borlotti and cannellini beans to balsamic vinegar and organic coffees, every product in their Italian range is carefully selected to meet exacting standards.
A better way to eat
Suma know people value honest, nourishing food, the kind you can feel good about bringing to your table. Food that tells a story of care, community, and connection. Food that supports real people, not corporations. When you choose Suma’s Italian range, you’re not just buying a jar of sauce or a bag of pasta. You’re supporting an alternative food system, one that’s kinder, fairer, and rooted in co-operative values. It’s a small act with a big impact.
So, whether you’re making a comforting midweek bowl of spaghetti, sharing a slow Sunday lunch, or simply savouring the perfect cup of espresso, do it the Suma way, with food done fairly.
