Leggo's Tomato & Extra Virgin Olive Oil Gourmet Pasta Sauce

Leggo's is an iconic Australian brand with a legacy dating back to 1882. It was founded by Henry Madren Leggo, who began selling his mother's bottled sauces and pickles to miners in the gold rush town of Bendigo, Victoria. While the brand is famously associated with Italian-style cuisine today, its roots are firmly planted in Australian history, having been a staple in local kitchens for over 140 years.

The product captured in the image, the Gourmet Pasta Sauce featuring Red Island extra virgin olive oil, highlights a collaboration between two prominent Australian heritage names. Red Island is a leading domestic olive oil brand owned by Cobram Estate Olives Limited, emphasizing 100% Australian-grown ingredients. The sauce itself is produced at the Leggo’s facility in Echuca, Victoria, utilizing vine-ripened tomatoes sourced primarily from the local Moama River region.

Since 1995, Leggo's has been owned by Simplot Australia, a subsidiary of the American-based J.R. Simplot Company. Despite this international ownership, Simplot maintains a strong commitment to Australian manufacturing and sourcing, ensuring that the brand continues to support local farmers and communities while staying true to the high standards established by its founder over a century ago.