“We want to supply Switzerland with real, authentic Italian food products that are produced ecologically, sustainably, and fairly.”

Our History

How it all began

Sole e Gusto is a family business from Lyss with deep roots in Apulia, Italy. It all began in 1945, when Nonna Anna spontaneously opened a small restaurant in her garage in Monopoli. Her passion for good, honest food and love for natural ingredients became the foundation of our philosophy.

Nonnas Tavolata
Paolo (Nonna Anna's son)
eating spaghetti in 1946

Today

In 2011, we founded sole e gusto GmbH with the goal of bringing the authentic taste of Italy to Switzerland. Today, we continue our family tradition with heart and responsibility, connecting generations, cultures, and people through the joy of genuine taste.

La Familia sun and taste

Our Origin

Monopoly

Monopoli is the sunny port city on the Adriatic coast of Apulia where our roots lie. This is where our passion for good food and a simple life in rhythm with nature began.

This connection between Monopoli and Lyss is more than just a partnership for us. It is part of our identity and represents the bridge between Italian zest for life and Swiss quality, between tradition and innovation.

From this combination comes what defines us: Sole e Gusto – Sun and Taste

Our Mission

We want to supply Switzerland with authentic Italian food products that are sustainably, ecologically, and fairly produced. Biodiversity plays a central role in everything we do.

We produce olive oil, pasta, antipasti, spices, cantuccini, wine, and many other specialties. All our products are organic, vegan, and free from artificial additives or preservatives. For us, quality means pure taste, just like at Nonna Anna’s home.

Our Values

Respect
Recognition of the dignity and opinions of all involved

Integrity
Honesty and moral conduct in every situation

Transparency
Open and clear communication

Customer Focus
Alignment with customer needs

Team Spirit
Collaboration and mutual support

Trust
Reliability and credibility

Social Responsibility
Commitment to society and the community

Our certificates

Demeter
Farm No. 497.2025

Organic (bio-inspecta)
Operation no. 35634

Warehouse Sale

Factory outlet opening hours: 

every Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

ADDRESS
sole e gusto gmbh
Heilbachweg 16
3250 Lyss

CONTACT
+41 76 307 48 46

Planned Events 2026

Passione e gusto - Christmas exhibition
Casa Nobile | Bahnhofstrasse 1, Bätterkinden 
Saturday, 11/21/2026 – Sunday 11/22/2026 
from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day

Factory sale with Christmas aperitif
sole e gusto | Heilbachweg 16, Lyss
Wednesday, 16.12.2026 – Thursday, 24.12.2026
daily from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, 20.12.2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Monday, 21.12.2026 closed

Would you like to sell our products?

Then we look forward to hearing from you via the contact form!