Peirano's Market, founded in 1877 by Alex Gandolfo, and later expanded by his nephew Nicola “Nick Sr.” Peirano, represents the lasting legacy of two pioneering Italian immigrant families in Ventura, California. Gandolfo’s vision laid the foundation for the town’s first commercial brick building, while Peirano transformed the market into a thriving hub for goods and community life.

Together, the Gandolfo and Peirano families shaped the region's economic and cultural growth, blending innovation with tradition.