About us

About The Italian Food Store and Owner Francis D’Urso

After serving three years in the Marine Corps, including a tour in Vietnam, and completing seven years of higher education, I became a lawyer. However, alongside my growing legal skills, my culinary talents also flourished. Over time, I began to waver between my passion for law and the culinary arts, eventually leading me to pursue both paths simultaneously.

The balancing act of managing two professions wasn't easy, but it was a challenge I embraced, much like my experience as a Marine. My journey led me to open an Italian food store in Clinton, CT, and establish Anna's Simply Gourmet, a sauce company named in honor of my mother / professional chef, who taught me the art of Italian cooking.

The Italian Food Store based in Clinton, CT, is a haven for lovers of Italian cuisine. We offer a wide range of products, including gift boxes, imported pastas, olive oils, balsamic vinegar, pasta sauces, and truffle products. Our café serves authentic gelato, coffee drinks, homemade cannoli, Italian soda, and other delightful treats. The store and café are open 7 days a week, providing a true taste of Italy right in Clinton.

Balancing my dual passions for law and the culinary arts has been a rewarding journey. This store is a reflection of that balance, bringing together the traditions of Italian cooking with the dedication and discipline instilled in me as a Marine.

Semper Fi!