From Our Family Kitchen to Your Storefront

The Coco’s Wholesale Story

Where It All Began

Every jar of sauce has a story, but ours starts long before there was a warehouse or a delivery truck. It started in a bustling Nashville kitchen, where my mother Lucy and my uncle Mike spent hours perfecting the recipes that would one day become household staples.

It was 1964. The smell of simmering tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs filled the air. Friends, family, and neighbors would gather around the table, tasting and laughing as Lucy stirred and tasted again and again. Every batch of sauce was an act of love, patience, and devotion — values that still guide our business today.

The classic Luciana’s Marinara Sauce captured the essence of Italian comfort food: rich, balanced, and comforting. And when Lucy experimented with a little heat, Luciana’s Spicy Marinara Sauce was born — bold, fiery, and unforgettable.

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Carrying Tradition Forward

In 2009, we founded Coco’s Wholesale & Imports, building on the legacy of Coco’s Italian Market & Restaurant, a Nashville favorite. What started as serving our neighborhood grew into a mission: to bring authentic Italian flavors to grocery stores, convenience stores, liquor stores, and specialty markets across the region.

Our sauces are still made and packed by our family’s longtime partner, who has been with us since those early kitchen days. Every batch is slow-simmered, hand-checked, and bottled with the same care Lucy insisted upon.

When you stock Luciana’s Marinara or Spicy Marinara, you’re not just offering another jar of sauce — you’re offering decades of flavor, heritage, and family tradition.

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Why Stores Love Our Sauces

• Authenticity: Time-tested recipes that taste like home.
• Quality Ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, herbs, olive oil, and natural flavors.
• Versatility: Perfect for pizzas, pastas, lasagnas, or as a dipping sauce.
• Repeat Business: Customers come back for the taste they trust.

Our sauces have become staples in mini-marts, grocery stores, and liquor stores, not because we tell them to, but because customers keep asking for them.

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From Our Family Table to Your Shelves

Running a store isn’t just about inventory — it’s about curating products that your customers love. By partnering with Coco’s Wholesale, you bring the richness of Italian tradition to your shelves. Our sauces connect families to meals they’ll remember, just like Lucy’s original Sunday dinners.

Whether it’s the comforting depth of Luciana’s Marinara or the lively spark of Luciana’s Spicy Marinara, these sauces deliver quality, authenticity, and a story your customers can taste.

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Join Our Family of Retailers

We take pride in helping stores bring something special to their community. When you carry our sauces, you’re not just stocking jars — you’re offering a slice of Italian tradition, hand-crafted and lovingly maintained for over fifty years.

From our family table to your shelves — Buon appetito!

A Little Heat, A Lot of Heart

When Tradition Meets Passion

Not all recipes need to change to stay exciting — some just need a little heat.

My mother, Lucy, had always been known for her classic marinara sauce. But one night, after a particularly lively Sunday dinner, my uncle Mike joked that her sauce could use “a little Italian attitude.” Lucy laughed — then reached for the crushed Calabrian chili flakes she had tucked away in the pantry.

That’s how Luciana’s Spicy Marinara Sauce was born — on a whim, at a kitchen table filled with family, laughter, and wine.

The result was perfection: the same rich tomato base, layered with a warmth that builds with each bite. It was more than just spice — it was personality. Bold, memorable, and full of life.

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The Fire That Keeps on Burning

Today, nearly sixty years later, that fiery sauce is still handcrafted the same way.
Our longtime family partner — who has been making and packing our sauces since 1964 — keeps Lucy’s methods alive with the same care and devotion she showed in her kitchen.

Every batch is slow-simmered for hours, allowing the flavors to deepen until the tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and red pepper harmonize perfectly. There’s no rushing it. This is how tradition tastes — steady, simple, and real.

What we love most about Luciana’s Spicy Marinara isn’t just its flavor; it’s the story it tells. It’s the story of an Italian woman who brought her heritage to Nashville and built something lasting, one pot of sauce at a time.

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Bringing Heat and Heritage to Your Aisles

Our customers say the spicy version flies off the shelves faster than we can make it — because it offers something people rarely find anymore: authenticity with a spark.

From grocery stores to liquor stores and small markets across the South, Luciana’s Spicy Marinara Sauce has become a favorite for anyone who loves food that feels handmade.

It’s not just the heat that makes it special — it’s the love behind it. Every jar carries the essence of family dinners, long conversations, and the kind of food that never goes out of style.

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Our Legacy, Your Shelf

At Coco’s Wholesale & Imports, we don’t just distribute products — we share stories.
Our marinara sauces connect us to our roots while bringing something extraordinary to the modern table.

So when you open a jar of Luciana’s Spicy Marinara, you’re tasting more than a sauce — you’re tasting a legacy that’s been simmering since 1964.

From our family table to yours — Buon appetito!

The Heart of Every Italian Kitchen

Luciana’s Marinara Sauce

A Sauce That Started It All

Some family recipes fade with time.
Ours only grew stronger.

The story of Luciana’s Marinara Sauce begins long before Coco’s Wholesale & Imports ever opened its doors — back in the early 1960s, when my mother, Lucy, and my uncle Mike ran a small Italian kitchen filled with laughter, flour, and the aroma of slow-simmered tomatoes.

It wasn’t just cooking; it was family life. Every pot of sauce had a story, every stir had meaning. My mother believed that food could heal, connect, and carry love farther than words ever could. And so, one evening in 1964, she perfected what would become the heart of our family table: her classic marinara sauce.

Fresh basil from a neighbor’s garden, ripe tomatoes crushed by hand, a drizzle of imported olive oil, and a patience only Italian mothers possess. That was Lucy’s secret — not the ingredients, but the intention behind them.

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From Our Family Table to Your Shelves

For decades, that sauce simmered on our family stove, bringing together children, cousins, and neighbors. It wasn’t until much later — in 2009, when Coco’s Wholesale & Imports was founded — that we realized other families might want a taste of that same comfort.

Our family’s partner, who’s been with us since 1964, still oversees every batch. He knows the rhythm of the recipe by heart. The sound of tomatoes bubbling, the way the sauce thickens slowly, the scent that fills the air — it’s all exactly as Lucy intended.

That’s why we say Luciana’s Marinara Sauce isn’t just a product; it’s a promise. The same simple ingredients, prepared with care and love, just like it was in our kitchen all those years ago.

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Tradition, Preserved in Every Jar

In an age where everything feels rushed, this sauce stands still. There’s no rush when it comes to good food — and Lucy made sure we never forgot that.
Each jar reflects our family’s commitment to authenticity. It’s bright, rich, and balanced — the way marinara should taste.

When you open a jar of Luciana’s Marinara, you’re not just adding sauce to your pasta. You’re opening a piece of our story — one that began in a Nashville kitchen and now lives on in markets, groceries, and homes across the region.

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Bringing Italian Tradition to Modern Shelves

Coco’s Wholesale & Imports was born from the same values that built Coco’s Italian Market — a dedication to real ingredients, local partnerships, and old-world flavor.
We’ve spent years helping stores and distributors bring authentic Italian pantry staples to customers who crave something more meaningful than a mass-produced label.

Every jar of Luciana’s Marinara Sauce represents the connection between past and present — between our family and yours.

From our table to your shelves — Buon appetito!

 

Turn Your Freezer into a Profit Center with Coco’s Baked Ziti Personal Meals

If you operate a mini mart, liquor store, or convenience shop, you know how important it is to offer products that move quickly, satisfy customers, and maximize your shelf space. One product that fits perfectly into a small frozen foods section is Coco’s Baked Ziti Personal Meal.

Why Offer Frozen Meals Like Baked Ziti?
Frozen meals are more than just a convenience—they’re a solution for busy customers who want quick, hearty meals at home. Adding a frozen meal section to your store helps you attract repeat customers who are looking for something more substantial than snacks or beverages.

Benefits of Stocking Coco’s Baked Ziti Personal Meal:

• High demand, fast turnover: Individual-sized portions make it easy for students, professionals, and families to grab and go.

• Easy storage: Compact packaging fits neatly in small freezers without taking up valuable space.

• Simple for customers: Ready-to-heat in the microwave, it delivers a delicious, satisfying meal in minutes.

• Boosts sales and margins: Frozen meals like baked ziti are high-margin items that increase your overall revenue.

How It Works for Your Store:

1. Dedicate a small section of your freezer to high-turnover frozen meals.

2. Include a mix of products, with Coco’s Baked Ziti as a key item.

3. Promote your frozen meals in-store and on social media to draw attention.

4. Track sales—most stores see customers returning for convenience and quality.

A small investment in freezer space can lead to consistent sales, happier customers, and a stronger bottom line. Coco’s Baked Ziti Personal Meal is an easy, delicious way to turn that freezer space into profit.

Order Today:
🌐 cocoswholesaleandimports.com
📞 615-415-1595
📧 orders@cocotogo.com

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Why Every Mini Mart and Liquor Store Should Offer a Frozen Foods Section

If you run a mini mart, liquor store, or convenience shop, you’re always looking for ways to increase sales, attract repeat customers, and make the most of your space. One often overlooked opportunity is a small frozen foods section, and at the center of that section, a product like Coco’s 10″ Cheese Pizza can make a big difference.

Why Frozen Foods?
Frozen foods are increasingly popular because customers are looking for quick, convenient meals they can enjoy at home or on the go. By adding a frozen foods section, your store becomes a destination for more than just snacks and beverages. You’re giving customers a reason to stop by more often—and to buy more each visit.

Benefits of Stocking Coco’s 10″ Cheese Pizza:

• High demand, fast turnover: Personal-sized pizzas are a staple for students, busy professionals, and families. They sell quickly, keeping your freezer space profitable.

• Easy to store and manage: Coco’s 10″ pizzas are compact, so they fit easily in small freezers without crowding other products.

• Simple for customers: Ready-to-heat and delicious, they appeal to shoppers who want convenience without sacrificing quality.

• Increased sales and margins: Frozen pizza is a high-margin item that can boost overall store revenue without requiring extra effort.

How It Works for Your Store:

1. Dedicate a small section of your freezer to high-turnover frozen foods.

2. Include a mix of products, with Coco’s 10″ Cheese Pizza as a core item.

3. Promote the frozen section in-store and on social media to attract attention.

4. Monitor sales—most stores see repeat customers coming back for this convenience.

A small investment in freezer space can lead to consistent sales and happier customers, turning your store into a go-to spot for grab-and-go meals.

Ready to make your freezer work harder for you? Coco’s 10″ Cheese Pizza is your perfect start.

Order today:
🌐 cocoswholesaleandimports.com
📞 615-415-1595
📧 orders@cocotogo.com

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