Imports of France was established in 1976 as a result of a significant demand in the Australian hospitality industry for products commonly used in France but unobtainable in Australia. This focus resulted in Imports of France securing a number of exclusive agencies namely Cointreau Gastronomie, Distilleries Peureux, and Sévarome natural flavours, which to this day are unique and without equal.

Imports of France was responsible for the introduction of liqueur concentrates and numerous other products to the pastry industry, ice cream manufacturers, chocolatiers, and the catering industry in Australia.

Since that time Imports of France has become and remains the only company in Australia, servicing these industries on a national basis using a network of agents and distributors in all States. The company has enjoyed a long association with some of Australia’s largest food manufacturers.

In 2003 Imports of France expanded its operation and commenced distribution in Victoria to all the 5 star hotels, restaurants and caterers. The following year Imports of France was given the exclusive importation for Australia and New Zealand of the famous food service Hero products including mini jars and a new range of pasteurised fruit purees from France. More recently Imports of France has also acquired several new agencies including Decors & Creations, Parot mineral water and Solia Packaging Solutions.

Imports of France has a workforce of 9 permanent employees. Formerly a chef, the French born Managing Director Philippe Vauzelle has had extensive experience both in the Hospitality and Sales and Marketing industries. Imports of France has been a major sponsor of the Australian candidate for the prestigious bi-annual Bocuse d’Or culinary competition as well as sponsoring the Australian pastry team at the Coupe du Monde in Lyon.