A long history serving Canada

Canada’s very first espresso machine arrived in Toronto in 1954 when Giacomo Zuccarini opened the “Sidewalk Caffè” at Yonge and College. So began the initial distribution of the Gaggia line in Canada, and the inception of Zuccarini Importing Company Ltd.

Still family-run to this day and built on a solid reputation of expert sales and service, our line has expanded to include other Italian brands such as Victoria Arduino, Nuova Simonelli, Elektra, Izzo, Avanti, and Bezzera. In addition to commercial and residential equipment, we also provide Barista Training workshops, café consulting, and expert service & repairs by certified, factory-trained technicians.

We truly believe that high-quality espresso is for everyone, and we take pride in matching our customers with the equipment, knowledge, and service to brew excellent coffee, both at home and at work.

How it all began…

Explore the incredible life and legacy of an Italian-Canadian espresso pioneer and the beginnings of cafe culture here in Canada.

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