Sardines
Illustrated Coastal scene inspired by Lazio, near Anzio.
Pollastrini
Anzio, Lazio, Italy
Pollastrini is an Italian sardine specialist established in Anzio, Lazio in 1889 by Salvatore Pollastrini and run since the 1950s by the Sepe family, canning at its historic Anzio facility.
✦ Artisan & small-batch
Established in Anzio in 1889 by Salvatore Pollastrini; Sepe family-controlled since the 1950s.
At a glance
| Country | Italy |
|---|---|
| Region | Lazio |
| City | Anzio |
| Founded | 1889 |
| Company | Sardine Pollastrini Srl, Anzio facility |
| Species | Sardina pilchardus (European pilchard) — the EU-reserved name for a true sardine |
Notable facts
- Established in Anzio in 1889 by Salvatore Pollastrini, at a historic site on Via Goldoni.
- The Sepe family acquired the business in the 1950s and continued its tomato-sauce and spicy-sardine traditions.
- An Italian sardine specialist since 1889, using recyclable packaging.
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