We’re Not a Supplier… We’re Your Kitchen Partner
In the food industry, consistency is everything — and behind every successful kitchen is a team you can trust. At Marisa Foods, we’re not just another supplier delivering products. We’re the partner who works behind the scenes to keep your kitchen running smoothly, day after day, service after service.
Since 1947, we’ve been proudly supporting restaurants, delis, caterers, and food businesses across California. Our mission goes beyond making great sauces and specialty products — it’s about helping you deliver excellence to every customer who walks through your doors.
🍅 What Partnership Means to Us
When we say partnership, we mean commitment.
We show up before the rush. Reliable deliveries, every time.
We stay consistent through every season. No surprises — just quality you can count on.
We adapt with your needs. Because every kitchen has its own rhythm, challenges, and flavor.
Our goal is to make sure that every plate leaving your line meets your standards — and represents your brand with pride.
💡 More Than a Transaction
True partnership isn’t measured in invoices or purchase orders. It’s built on:
Trust: Knowing your supplier has your back.
Transparency: Clear communication and responsive service.
Tradition: Recipes and relationships built to last.
We’ve seen kitchens evolve, menus change, and trends come and go — but the best partnerships? They last through it all.
Let’s grow together, one dish at a time.
Because when your kitchen succeeds, we succeed with you.
Marisa Foods
📍 1401 Santa Fe Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90813
🇺🇸 Trusted by kitchens since 1947 — your quiet partner in quality.
Warm Up Your Menu with Comfort Classics
Seasonal favorites made simple with Marisa Foods 🍂
As the weather cools and comfort food cravings rise, chefs everywhere are looking for ways to bring hearty, satisfying meals to their fall and winter menus—without adding hours of prep. That’s where Marisa Foods steps in.
Our fully cooked meatballs are crafted to deliver consistent flavor, texture, and quality—so you can focus on creativity and presentation instead of back-of-house complexity.
Here are a few seasonal favorites that showcase how versatile our meatballs can be:
🍝 Baked Ziti with Meatballs & Ricotta
Rich, cheesy, and family-style friendly—perfect for catering menus or dine-in comfort.
🥖 Meatball Parm Sandwich
A deli or brewery go-to: toasted bread, melted mozzarella, and perfectly sauced meatballs for the ultimate quick-serve comfort.
🍔 Mini Meatball Sliders
Ideal for happy hour or tasting menus—easy to prep, serve, and customize with your signature sauces.
🎃 Pumpkin Gnocchi with Meatball Ragu
Bring the season’s flavors to life with a fall twist that’s both premium and approachable.
With Marisa Foods, you can build warm, satisfying menus that deliver homemade taste—without slowing down your kitchen.
👉 Need more menu ideas or product details?
Contact our team today to explore our full line of ready-to-serve products.
Marisa Foods
1401 Santa Fe Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813
USA
Preparation for Holidays Starts Now!
The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for foodservice operators. Between catering requests, private parties, and the regular rush of guests, it can feel like your kitchen is being pulled in every direction at once.
And while the holidays should be a season of opportunity, they can also become overwhelming if your team is buried in prep work or struggling to keep consistency on every plate.
That’s why preparation starts now—long before the first catering order arrives.
At Marisa Foods, we’ve partnered with chefs and kitchens for over 75 years, and here’s what we’ve learned: the right products make the difference between a stressful holiday season and a successful one.
Why Plan Ahead?
When holiday orders start stacking up, your kitchen needs:
Speed – to move dishes out the door quickly.
Consistency – so every tray tastes exactly the same, no matter who’s cooking.
Reliability – knowing your ingredients will arrive on time, every time.
Trying to tackle all of this with scratch-prep alone often leads to extra labor costs, exhausted staff, and mistakes that cost you money. That’s where we come in.
How Marisa Foods Helps You Beat the Rush
Less Prep
Our ready-to-use products—like fully cooked meatballs, sausages, sauces, and deli items—save you hours in the back of house. That’s time your team can spend plating, catering, and serving customers instead of chopping, mixing, and rolling.
Less Labor
Holiday labor costs add up fast. With Marisa, you don’t have to over-staff just to keep up with prep work. Our products help lean teams handle heavy workloads without sacrificing quality.
Less Stress
Because you’re not just ordering food—you’re ordering peace of mind. When the rush hits, you’ll know every product has been made with the same consistency and care for decades.
Ideas for Your Holiday Menu
Marisa Foods products give you the flexibility to handle a wide range of catering and dine-in needs. Popular holiday uses include:
Meatballs – perfect for pasta trays, skewers, or hors d’oeuvres with a festive sauce.
Sausages – grill, slice, or skewer for hearty catering platters.
Cheese & Deli Trays – easy, elegant appetizers that always impress.
Lasagna & Pasta Dishes – comfort food classics that feed a crowd.
With products designed to save time and guarantee flavor, you can focus on creating memorable dining experiences while we handle the consistency behind the scenes.
Don’t Wait Until December
The holidays will bring chaos—it’s inevitable. But that chaos doesn’t have to hit your kitchen. By planning now and partnering with Marisa Foods, you’ll have the tools, products, and support to make the season smoother and more profitable.
✨ Click here for a Stress-Free Kitchen this Holiday Season
Marisa Foods
1401 Santa Fe Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813 USA
Trusted by kitchens since 1947.
We Don’t Just Make It. We Serve It.
At Marisa Foods, we’ve always believed that the best way to prove the quality of what we make is simple — put it on the table and serve it ourselves.
That’s exactly what we do at Santa Fe Importers, our family-owned Italian deli market that’s been a Long Beach staple since 1947.
From Deli to Manufacturing
We didn’t begin as a manufacturing company. We started as a neighborhood deli, making and serving the recipes our family knew best. Over time, demand for our meats, cheeses, and sauces grew beyond our own counter. That’s how Marisa Foods was born.
But here’s the important part — we never stopped serving our own food.
Proof on Every Plate
At Santa Fe Importers, you’ll find Marisa products featured in everything from:
Stacked sandwiches with mortadella, pepperoni, and dry salami
Hot entrees like pasta, meatball subs, sausage and peppers, and lasagna
If it’s not good enough for our customers at Santa Fe Importers, it’s not good enough to carry the Marisa name.
The Ultimate Quality Test
We serve what we make, every day, to real people who’ve trusted us for generations. That’s the difference. Our deli is more than a business — it’s our testing ground, our connection to the community, and our promise of consistency.
Because at Marisa Foods, quality isn’t just manufactured. It’s lived, tasted, and proven in our own kitchen first.
Marisa Foods
1401 Santa Fe Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813 USA
Trusted since 1947.
Real Advice from an Owner Who Runs a Kitchen, Too
Running a kitchen isn’t easy. From balancing costs to keeping your team motivated and delivering the same great taste your customers expect every single time — the pressure is real.
That’s why at Marisa Foods, we believe in sharing more than just products. We share insights, lessons, and strategies from someone who knows what it’s like to be in your shoes.
Meet Vince Passanisi
Owner of Marisa Foods. Leader. Teacher. Kitchen operator.
Vince doesn’t just talk about running a food business — he lives it every day. And now, he’s taking you behind the scenes on Instagram with what we like to call a…
✨ Marisa Foods Masterclass ✨
Why We Do This
Because we know the real struggles. We know what it takes to keep recipes consistent while managing a busy team. To make smart, cost-saving decisions without sacrificing quality. To balance tradition with innovation on your menu. And to lead with purpose in a high-pressure environment.
Most importantly, we know that even one small piece of advice can help you run your kitchen better tomorrow than you did today.
What You’ll Gain
When you follow along, you’ll find real-world advice from an owner who faces the same challenges you do. You’ll pick up practical strategies you can apply immediately in your kitchen. And you’ll get the inspiration you need to keep going when the days get tough.
This isn’t about theory — it’s about sharing the hard-earned lessons that truly make a difference.
Watch the Reel on Instagram
Head over to Instagram and see Vince’s advice in action. If it helps you make just one better decision in your business, then we’ve done our job.
Let’s Build Something Better, Together
At Marisa Foods, we’ve been supporting kitchens since 1947. This isn’t just about food — it’s about trust, tradition, and growth.
Marisa Foods
1401 Santa Fe Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813 USA
Because your kitchen deserves more than a vendor. It deserves a partner who truly gets it.
Marisa’s Asian-Inspired Meatballs: Small Bite, Big Flavor Upgrade
In the fast-paced world of professional kitchens, your team doesn’t just need ingredients—they need solutions that elevate your menu without slowing you down. That’s where Marisa’s new Asian-Inspired Chicken Meatballs come in.
Why This Isn’t Just Another Menu Hack
You already know Marisa Foods stands for consistency and quality—something we’ve upheld since 1947. Marisa Foods+1 These bite-sized chicken meatballs were created with the same care, intention, and reliability you expect, but specifically for chefs wanting to bring a modern, global punch to their dishes.
✅ Pre-seasoned and ready to drop in — no extra prep, no guesswork.
✅ Perfect blend of breast and thigh — juicy texture, balanced richness.
✅ Infused with umami providers like sesame oil, fish sauce, garlic, and onion — enhancing, never overpowering.
What These Meatballs Bring to Your Kitchen
How Chefs Are Using Them
Add richness and protein to ramen or noodle soups
Toss into kimchi stews or coconut-based Thai curries
Glaze in sweet soy, teriyaki, or even sriracha-honey for snackable small plates
Pair with charred vegetables or bao buns for fusion-style specials
Built for Kitchens That Run at Speed
You don’t want to compromise on flavor just to save time. We get that. That’s why Marisa Foods built these meatballs to feel like made-from-scratch, but perform like a ready-to-serve item.
Because when your team is slammed, the last thing you want is a wonky bite or inconsistent seasoning. With these, you serve flavor, speed, and reliability—together.
Partner with Us
Whether you’re building out a globally inspired menu or simply looking to streamline your protein prep, let Marisa’s Asian-Inspired Chicken Meatballs be part of the edge that sets you apart.
Marisa Foods
1401 Santa Fe Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90813 USA
Let’s build something better — flavor that performs for you, every time.