The Beginning

STAR’s story begins in 1948 in Muggiò, in the heart of Brianza, where Regolo Fossati founded the first factory. The name “Star” is the English translation of his wife Stella Pogliani’s name — a symbol representing the love of home and family.

A year later, his son Danilo Fossati joined the company and launched the brand’s true rise. His vision was simple yet powerful: to stay close to people, understand their tastes, and bring joy to the table every day.

The Birth of New Flavors

Following the success of the iconic Dado stock cube, Gran Ragù was introduced — Italy’s first industrially produced ready-made pasta sauce. The company relocated to Agrate Brianza, where it continued to build its tradition of innovation and quality.

On Italian Family Tables

Pummarò, the first industrial tomato purée, was launched, followed by Polpabella, diced tomatoes that introduced a new flavor experience to Italian cuisine. By this time, the STAR name had become synonymous with homemade taste and reliability.

In the 1980s, the company continued to grow, acquiring the Tigullio brand and becoming one of the leading players in the Italian food industry.

From Tradition to International Success

In 2007, STAR became part of the Gallina Blanca Star group, within the international food company Agrolimen.

In 2009, we launched Italy’s first ready-to-drink boxed broth, and in 2013, Saikebon was introduced — Asian noodles that brought a new dimension to the Italian market. STAR continues to preserve tradition while boldly stepping into the modern world.