The Maggio Story
The M. Maggio Company was started in 1916 by the Maggio brothers, Sicilian immigrants. The first Maggio cheese 'factory' was located on a rented farm in Columbus, NJ. They operated their cheese business out of this location for several years before relocating to Philadelphia. After seven years and three moves later, the M. Maggio Company finally settled into operations at 9th and Montrose Streets in South Philadelphia. By this time, only one brother - Michael or 'M. Maggio' - was left running the business.
Expansion and Modernization
In 1945, the Maggio factory was enlarged and modernized, and Michael's three sons, Mario, Peter, and Salvatore became responsible for the daily operation of the business.
Market Expansion
Over the years, the Maggio Cheese business expanded the Philadelphia market to include parts of New Jersey, Central Pennsylvania and Baltimore. Today, Maggio Cheese is part of the Biazzo family of brands, offering the same premium quality, great tasting, 'old world' flavored Italian Cheese that consumers have come to know, love, and trust!