About us
The Real Taste of Italy — Hidden in Plain Sight
We all love Italy — its history, culture, breathtaking landscapes, ancient cities, and charming villages. And, of course, we love its cuisine and products. But how much do we truly know about them? How much have we really seen, tasted and understood?
Italy is too rich and multifaceted to be fully known. There’s the Italy everyone sees — the one for tourists, open to the world. And then there’s the Italy known only to Italians — not hidden, just not promoted. It belongs to the millions of families who work this blessed land, preserving traditions and caring for their heritage.
They know the real Italy — and the true quality of its products. These are not items mass-produced for supermarket shelves. They’re crafted by people who pour their hearts into every harvest, every bottle, every flavor. Each creation is unique, reflecting the family behind it and the land it comes from.
You start to understand this Italy only after years of living there — when you become part of the rhythm of its seasons, people and pride.
When they finally turn to you with a smile and say, “Hey, compà!” — “Hey, friend!
Our Story
Hey, compà! was founded by lovers of Italy and true enthusiasts of great food. Our mission is simple: to bring the hidden treasures of Italian gastronomy to people in Germany, Austria, and beyond.
Our journey begins with what we fell in love with first — monocultivar extra virgin olive oils. These are not blends found in ordinary stores. They are pure expressions of place — oils tied to a single grove, a single harvest, and a single family’s way of working the land.
Each oil tells its own story: some are green and peppery, others smooth and delicate. Their flavor depends on the olive variety and the soil it grows in — a perfect harmony of nature and tradition.
Outside Italy, few have heard of these oils, and even fewer have tasted them. We wanted to change that. e tasted them.
What we bring
We reveal what’s been overlooked: authentic, monocultivar extra virgin olive oils, each with its own distinct character and origin.
We personally discover and curate these rare oils from small, independent farms across Italy. Every can we deliver carries a piece of Italian history — the legacy of families who have been tending their groves for generations. By choosing these oils, you’re not only tasting something extraordinary but also helping to preserve traditional ways of cultivating the land.
Because what we bring to your table isn’t just extra virgin olive oil.
It’s a story. A landscape. A family’s passion.
It’s the real taste of Italy.
What´s Next
Monocultivar extra virgin olive oils are just the beginning. Soon, we’ll be unveiling more hidden gems — unique Italian products crafted with the same devotion and authenticity.
So, come with us — taste, discover, and become part of the story.
Hey, compà! — Let’s share the real Italy together.