Our History

On board a Seat 600, the Monsa filled the shelves of bars, taverns and restaurants with light. It was the first step towards meeting friends, business talks or dating lovers. These were the first steps of José Ramón Baile

1965The hard beginnings
From errand boy to drinks delivery man at Carbónicas Escolano, to bread delivery man, making fishing nets, truck transport. Hard work and a lot of courage to support the family.
1970The company is officially born
José Ramón Baile S.L., Monsa, a company dedicated to the transport and home sale of bleach, is officially born with a second-hand Seat 600. The first step had already been taken.
1971Tere and Jose Ramon's wedding, the final twist in the story
From errand boy to drinks delivery man at Carbónicas Escolano, to bread delivery man, making fishing nets, truck transport. Hard work and a lot of courage to support the family.
1974The Great Pantry of Monsa
The first few years are always tough, but the business continues to grow and a larger warehouse was needed to continue providing the best service to customers and friends. Thus, the first Gran Despensa del Monsa was born
202050th anniversary of the company
A proud past. A future to conquer. 50 years of hard work, giving the best to the best: the clients/friends. New times are coming with new challenges and new opportunities. The perfect time to pass the baton to a new generation of women who continue to make the Gran Despensa de El Monsa a meeting point for all the restaurateurs of Santa Pola and surrounding areas.