Tenuta’s Deli Celebrates 75 Years of Family, Tradition & Community
April 18, 2025
Celebrating 75 Years of Tenuta’s Deli: A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Community and Team
On April 1, 2025, we celebrated a milestone that means the world to our family and team—75 years since Tenuta’s Delicatessen first opened its doors. What began in 1950 as a small neighborhood shop has grown and evolved over the decades, and we know none of it would have been possible without your support.
A Celebration Filled with Gratitude
Our anniversary celebration was more than just a reflection on the past—it was a heartfelt thank you to everyone who’s helped us get here. We were honored to welcome several community leaders and friends who joined us in the celebration, including:
- Bob Wirch, Wisconsin State Senator
- Samantha Kerkman, Kenosha County Executive
- David Bogdala, Mayor of Kenosha
- John Morrissey, City of Kenosha Administrator
- Ben DeSmidt, Wisconsin State Representative
- Tod Ohnstad, Former Wisconsin State Assembly Member
- Frederick Brookhouse, County Board Supervisor, District 16
- Jack Rose, 15th District Alderperson
- Gene Brookhouse, Partner, Brookhouse & Hemsing Law Offices
We also had the joy of celebrating alongside our longtime team member Cinzia Savaglio; third-generation owners Chris and Sue Tenuta; and our sons, Dan and Nick Tenuta, who represent the fourth generation and are now proudly helping carry the business forward.
Honoring Our Team—Past and Present
This anniversary is just as much about the people behind the counter as it is about our family. From our founders John and Lydia Tenuta, to their son Ralph Tenuta, who helped grow and shape the store for decades, to every family member, friend, and employee who has ever stocked shelves, served customers, or swept the floors—we thank you.
We are especially grateful to our current team, who continue to show up every day with care, hard work, and dedication. You are the heart of what we do, and we’re incredibly proud of what we’ve built together.
75 Giveaways for 75 Years
To show our appreciation, we launched a special giveaway for our anniversary—giving a prize to every 75th customer, 75 times! From gift cards and YETI coolers to Italian-themed gift baskets, it was our way of saying thank you for supporting us over the years.
Whether you’ve been shopping with us since the beginning or just stopped by for the first time during the celebration, please know how grateful we are to have you as part of our extended Tenuta’s family.
Looking Ahead
As we reflect on where we’ve been, we’re also excited for what’s ahead. We remain committed to the same values that have guided us from the beginning—family, tradition, quality, and community. We’ll continue to adapt, grow, and improve—but never lose sight of what makes Tenuta’s special.
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