Our Story

Pull up a seat. You’re invited to our table! Let’s savor every bite, celebrate every moment, and keep the tradition of family dinners alive, one meal at a time.


In the heart of Saginaw, Michigan, the aroma of fresh, homemade sauces once wafted through the aisles of a small, family-run grocery store known as Provenzano's Market. This wasn’t just any market; it was the community cornerstone, founded by Maria Provenzano’s great-grandparents, Jack and Rose, who had brought their Sicilian heritage across the Atlantic. Provenzano's was more than a place to buy groceries—it was a gathering spot, a place where neighbors became friends and meals became memories.


When the store passed to the next generation, Maria’s grandfather, Frank, and his brothers, Dominic and Tony, stepped in with the same fiery passion for food and family. They worked hard, keeping the traditions alive and passing down the family’s love for community and the simple joy of gathering around the dinner table. Frank’s heart was full of stories, laughter, and an unshakable belief that great food can turn any meal into a celebration.


Maria grew up immersed in her family's rich Sicilian traditions, surrounded by stories of their dedication to quality, community, and family time around the dinner table. The market's original J&R Sauce, named after Jack and Rose, was a local favorite.


After a successful career in television, Maria felt a calling to return to her roots and rekindle the family legacy. She set out to recreate the beloved sauce in a way that would honor her family’s commitment to quality while adding her own cooking style. Thus, Provenzano's Market was reborn as a brand that carries the values of family, tradition, and community forward aiming to inspire millions.


Provenzano's Market is a celebration of heritage, a promise of quality, and an invitation to share in the timeless tradition of good food and great company. Welcome to the Provenzano family—where every meal is a story, and every jar is a legacy.

meet the owner

Hi! I'm Maria

Welcome to Provenzano’s Market! This little shop has been a dream of mine for years—a way to continue my family’s tradition of bringing people together through food. Cooking has always been at the heart of our home, and I’m passionate about sharing that love with you.

My mission is simple: to inspire you to cook homemade meals, gather around the table with the people you love, and create lasting memories—from scratch (pun intended!).

Before Provenzano’s Market, I started From Scratch with Maria, a website I launched over a decade ago to share recipes and cooking tips with anyone and everyone who wanted to bring a little more joy into their kitchen. Now, through this market, I’m able to connect my family’s heritage with hand-picked products, recipes, and flavors that I hope will become part of your family traditions too.