we are Al Fresco
Al Fresco is a family-owned all-natural* food company whose mission is to help consumers at any level unleash their cooking game with chicken products made with real ingredients that deliver fresh flavor to any dish or occasion.
Our all-natural promise to you
Chicken raised with no antibiotics ever
It starts with our high quality 100% Natural* Chicken.
No artificial ingredients
And using real ingredients like Vermont Maple Syrup or diced bell peppers.
Next Level Goodness
with no nitrates or nitrites added**, and no added hormones.+ in short, none of the nasties!
*No artificial ingredients. Minimally processed.
**Except those naturally occurring in seal salt & cultured celery powder.
+Federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones or steroids in poultry.
1996 – We Were Founded by Deb O’Donnell
Deb grew up in the family business, as the great granddaughter of Kazimierz Monkiewicz, founder of Kayem Foods.
1999 – Our First Chicken Sausages Launched
Deb collaborated with John Levins, former chef Cambridge’s Green Street Grill to develop a better chicken sausage that tasted fresh and flavorful.
2004 – Expanding into Chicken Breakfast Sausage
Building on the success of our Chicken Dinner Sausages, we launched three chicken breakfast sausages – country style, apple maple, and blueberry.
2012 – #1 in Chicken Dinner Sausage
Al Fresco becomes the number 1 selling chicken dinner sausage in the country!
2016 – Al Fresco launches Fully Cooked Chicken Bacon
Al Fresco launches fully cooked chicken bacon that can be heated as a side or used in a sandwich or just eaten on it’s own.
2020 – COVID Supply
We wanted to recognize all our workers who kept our manufacturing facilities producing and delivered the high-quality consumers expected.
2024 – Al Fresco New Look Launches
Al Fresco launches new look across our packaging and website that highlights our quality, fresh flavor and versatility.
Our Commitment
Our values
Proud to be Family Owned
As part of Kayem Foods, family-owned company that started back in 1909 by Kazimierz Monkiewicz, we believe in the importance of consistently delivering quality and also in giving back to our community.
Quality
Our All-Natural Promise
Since our first products launched in 1994, we have stayed true to our belief that you never have to compromise flavor and taste at the expense of all-natural goodness and convenience.
Manufacturing
BRC AA Rated
Strong manufacturing processes ensure the highest quality products. Our facilities are Organic certified and we have consistently attained the highest certification rating of AA from BRC (British Retail Consortium), which is the industry standard for food safety.
Sustainability
Early Adopters of Protein P.A.C.T.
The Meat Institute’s sustainability framework has been developed through extensive consultation with members, sustainability experts, and across the supply chain.
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