Calvé Mayo and Sauces

Calvé is a historic brand with a legacy dating back to the late 19th century. It traces its origins to the Nederlandsche Oliefabriek (NOF) in Delft, Netherlands, founded by Jacob Gijsbert de Groot Schimmel and later merged with the French company Emmanuel Noury to form Calvé-Delft. The brand is most famous for its mayonnaise, peanut butter, and salad dressings, which have become household staples across Europe.

Today, Calvé is a major global brand under the Unilever portfolio. While its roots are deeply Dutch, the manufacturing process is spread across multiple countries to serve regional markets efficiently. Production facilities are located in the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, and Turkey, among others, ensuring that local preferences for taste and texture are met while maintaining consistent brand quality.

As of 2024 and looking toward 2026, Calvé remains a key asset in Unilever's Nutrition business group. Unilever, a British multinational, manages the brand's global distribution and innovation, focusing on sustainable sourcing for oils and eggs used in their condiment recipes. The brand continues to enjoy high market share in the Benelux region and Southern Europe.