Gourmet World Food

Gourmet World Food is a Portuguese importer and distributor specializing in Italian and Portuguese food products. Established in 2019 after a merger of three companies, it primarily serves the retail and HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering) sectors.

The company operates two manufacturing facilities in Portugal, producing charcuterie and cheese products, demonstrating its involvement in both food importation and local production. It manages four logistics centers located in Porto, Lisbon, Algarve, and Madeira, offering extensive distribution capabilities across the country.

Gourmet World Food offers a diverse product portfolio, including categories such as:

• Savory grocery items like rice, pasta, pulses, and canned foods
• Sweet grocery including breakfast foods and biscuits
• Chilled and fresh products such as meat, ham, and sausages
• Dairy products featuring various cheeses, butter, and margarine
• Drinks, including juices
• Frozen food options comprising seafood, starters, meat, and snacking items

Subsidiaries under the group cover multiple markets, including HoReCa (through Alpha Food Supply, Italmarket, Ap foods, and Bargeste), production (Macal), online B2C retail (Alpha Market), and cash & carry operations (Ap foods). The company also provides value-added services like product development, negotiation support, warehouse rental, and customer care.

Gourmet World Food imports a substantial range of products from Italy, focusing on high-quality gourmet items which complement its Portuguese offerings. Its business model supports both direct supply to hotels, restaurants, and retail businesses, alongside its broader distribution network within Portugal.