About Us

Alfonso Bialetti invented the MOKA EXPRESS in 1933 and in the 1950's, BIALETTI became one of the most important companies in Italy - innovative, creative … a true leader in every way. The MOKA EXPRESS revolutionized the preparation of espresso coffee and is easily recognizable as the Original because of its octagonal shape which is patented worldwide.

BIALETTI produces over 16,000 coffee makers per day, 4 million per year and in Italy, 9 out of 10 families have a BIALETTI espresso maker in their homes. Over 250 million units have been sold …….

GARY VALENTI, INC., Importers and Representatives of the finest housewares from Italy since 1946, introduced the MOKA EXPRESS to the U.S.A. market in the early 1950's and to this day continues to supply the Original BIALETTI products nationwide.