Our Origin

When Adam was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at 13, he became more intentional about the ingredients in his food. Sam, his childhood best friend and a high school athlete, was frustrated that getting enough protein usually meant processed bars and chalky shakes.

Those experiences led us to the same conclusion: better-for-you food too often sacrifices taste or ingredients.

At Tulane, we spent years working with food scientists to change that.

The result was Forté, a high-protein marinara made with extra virgin olive oil and bone broth, with no seed oils or added sugar.

Not just fed. Nourished.

Adam Rubin & Sam Klein

Co-Founders, Forté

Everyday foods have become more processed and more complicated, filled with refined oils, added sugars, and long ingredient lists. We believe food should do more than fill you. It should nourish you.

Taste for yourself

It's time to give your body the nourishment it deserves