History
GB foods, a history oflocal flavours
1937
Foundation of
Gallina Blanca,
company origin
of the group.
Lluís Carulla i Canals founds Gallina Blanca, installed in Barcelona’s central boulevard, Passeig de Gràcia.
1948
Star foundation
Star was born in 1948, when Regolo Fossati founded the factory in Brianza. Star is the translation of his wife’s name, Stella Pogliani.
1965
Start of the Food Service activity
Creation of the foodservice division specifically for the catering and hotel market.
1973
Beginning of the international activity (Africa)
1989
Start of the subsidiary in Holland (GranFood)
2007
Two leading companies, Gallina Blanca and Star, become one group.
2017
Significant growth in Africa
Growing portfolio in Africa with well-known local brands like Gino, Pomo, Jago and Bama.
2019
Acquisition of Continental Foods, enhancing the business in Europe.
Entering into Germany, France, Belgium, Finland and Sweden with leader local brands.
2021
GBfoods strengthens its presence in Africa
GBfoods buys 49% of its African business from Helios.
