European Imports

Importer and distributor of specialty gourmet food across the cheese, meat and charcuterie, specialty grocery and pastry categories.

Once specializing in products from Europe, we now source thousands of products from over 20 countries including the U.S.

09/02/2026

We recently had the opportunity to spend some time filming at The Greggory, a modern restaurant gaining well-deserved acclaim in the Chicago suburbs.

This kicks off a series of exciting events to come, including a brand-new video series launching soon and our partnership with Pilot Light. More to come on both, so stay tuned!

09/01/2026

Our Vendor Item Tuesday highlights De La Calle's Pineapple Spice Tepache. A refreshing take on a cherished Mexican tradition. Crafted with ripe pineapple, turbinado sugar, and just a hint of warm cinnamon spice. Bright, smooth, and perfectly balanced, it’s a classic flavor reimagined.

De La Calle celebrates the flavors and energy of Mexican street culture through its modern take on this traditional fermented beverage.⁣

Keep a look out for their limited Dia De Los Mu***os can!

08/29/2026

Summer may be winding down, but there’s still plenty of time to fire up the grill! ☀️🔥

Our team made the most of the season with a summer BBQ featuring J’s BBQ sauces, great food and even better company.

Here’s to enjoying every last bite of summer before fall takes over! 🍂

08/28/2026

This week’s Vendor Feature Friday is all about a brand rooted in Mexican tradition, family, and flavor. 🇲🇽

Meet De La Calle, bringing the centuries-old tradition of tepache to a new generation. Co-founder Rafael Martín del Campo grew up learning to make tepache from his abuela before combining that family tradition with his background in culinary arts and fermentation. Today, De La Calle celebrates the flavors and energy of Mexican street culture through its modern take on this traditional fermented beverage.

Featuring Spiced Pineapple, Mango Chili, Prickly Pear, and more, De La Calle brings vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors and the tradition of tepache to every sip.

A great way to kick off a month dedicated to celebrating the cultures, traditions and stories behind the food and beverages we love!

08/27/2026

Our Latest Behind the Brand: Van Lang Foods

What started as a Vietnamese restaurant in the 1980s quickly grew into something bigger. After receiving countless requests for their signature appetizers, Van Lang Foods expanded into foodservice, bringing their handcrafted creations to kitchens across the industry.

These high-end hors d'oeuvres taste great, are made fresh to order, and save your chefs hours of labor. 👩‍🍳

Visit our bio for the full-length video on LinkedIn and YouTube! 🎥

08/25/2026

Our Vendor Item Tuesday spotlight's the 'Kentucky White' sauce from J's BBQ.

Inspired by culinary curiosity and honoring family roots from Kentucky, this creamy BBQ sauce will hit differently on your ribs or steak. Chef's will love the savory hints of horseradish, garlic and lemon.

It was definitely a must-try at our team BBQ!

08/22/2026

With many businesses, to remain profitable, machinery comes into the manufacturing process of their products. With Van Lang Foods, they want to maintain the integrity and quality of their appetizers by crafting everything by hand. The way they always have done it and will continue to do so.

08/21/2026

Our Vendor Friday feature this week is J’s BBQ, a brand serving up Texas-inspired flavor with plenty of Wisconsin spirit! 🔥

J’s BBQ began in Ripon, Wisconsin, in 2014 as a small, women-owned operated business with a story that goes far beyond great BBQ. Since then, their passion for food, family and community has helped J’s BBQ grow its presence throughout the Midwest and beyond.

The name J’s BBQ was inspired by co-owner Susan’s son, Jadon, who suffered a stroke at birth in 2007 and later developed Cerebral Palsy and a Grand Mal seizure disorder.

Jadon continues to inspire the heart behind J’s BBQ through his spirit, hard work, perseverance and kindness, always bringing good people together and offering hope along the way.

It’s a story that reminds us exactly why we say:

Food Tastes Better with a Story. ❤️

08/17/2026

Collaboration in action! 🙌

The European Imports and FreshPoint teams are together in Orlando for the 2026 Prosper Forum, connecting with leaders across our industry and sharing what we do best, great food, great products and great partnerships.

PROSPER’s mission is to “Unite Leaders to Elevate the Future of Foodservice & Hospitality,” and we’re proud to be part of the conversation while representing Sysco together.

Food tastes better with a story. 💙

08/14/2026

Our Latest Behind the Brand: Van Lang Foods 🇻🇳

What started as a Vietnamese restaurant in the 1980s quickly grew into something bigger. After receiving countless requests for their signature appetizers, Van Lang Foods expanded into foodservice, bringing their handcrafted creations to kitchens across the industry.

Today, Van Lang offers a wide assortment ranging from Asian favorites to American classics, all designed to deliver quality without sacrificing convenience. 🥟👩‍🍳

Ready to plate in under 15 minutes, these handcrafted bites make it easy to serve appetizers that look and taste like they came straight from your own kitchen.

Discover the story behind Van Lang Foods in our latest reel! 🎥 Full video coming soon!

Address

600 E Brook Drive
Arlington Heights, IL
60005

Telephone

+18003233464

Website

http://www.eiltd.com/

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