In the 1940s, an intuitive hunch marked a new chapter in the history of the company and the cockerel symbol was created: since illiteracy was still widespread in Argentina, the company decided to identify the different varieties of rice by using images of animals. A giraffe, a tiger, an eagle, an elephant and a cockerel appeared on all the sacks of rice. The cockerel, which identified the best variety, soon became the company symbol and synonymous with the high quality of i. products. At the same time, the company began to sell rice in retail packets.
Riso Gallo is one of the oldest rice-growing companies in Italy. The company started out back in 1856 with a factory in Genoa that processed imported paddy rice and exported it to South America.
Its success and increasing experience in the field encouraged the company to concentrate on Italian crops, and so in 1926 the Genoa factory was transferred to Robbio Lomellina in the heart of the province of Pavia, one of the most well known rice-growing regions.
At the same time, another
factory was opened in
Argentina to meet the
requirements of the South
American market. And
Argentina is precisely where the
name Riso Gallo (Arroz Gallo)
was coined.
RISO GALLO’S PRODUCTS
THROUGH TIME
Risotto, a classic Italian dish, first created over two centuries ago, has become a symbol of Italian haute cuisine in restaurants throughout the world and evokes the image of sophisticated, refined Italian cuisine.
Riso Gallo’s mission has always been to spread the culture of rice and risotto throughout the World by using innovation that constantly adapts to the needs of the modern consumer.
That’s why, since the beginnings of its activity, the company has been working with specialised reasearch centers to develop the finest varieties of rice that satisfy the market demand for high-quality, genuine, tasty products that are quick and easy to prepare.
1940
THE BIRTH OF A BRAND
As stated above, the Riso Gallo brand was born in Argentina in the ’40s, when rice was still sold loose. The company understands the importance of having a brand and starts packaging its products.
80s
THE INNOVATION
OF PARBOILED RICE In 1978
Riso Gallo launches a new product: parboiled rice, which, thanks to the natural method of steam processing (parboiling), shows a higher resistance to cooking. The result is a rice that meets the needs of customers who demand a rice easy to cook, with firm compact grains that don’t stick together, always al dente and rich in vitamins, minerals and fibers. The Blond product line was born.
1990
SELECTING RICE
FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD
In 1990 Riso Gallo launches a line called Grandi Risi dal Mondo, ‘Great rices from the World’: five different exotic rice varieties that anticipate the hype for the ethnic and fusion cuisines.
1996
RISOTTO IN NO TIME!
In 1996 the company comes up with a worldwide new product: Chicchi Conditi, now call ed Risotti Pronti, al lowi ng those customers who don’t have much time to enjoy a real risotto within only 12 minutes by just adding water.
2002
THE KING OF RISOTTO RICE 2002
sees the launch of Carnaroli del Pavese Gran Riserva, the best rice worldwide according to experts. This exceptional quality rice with large, full-bodied grains encompasses six generations of a passion and culture for rice. It originates from the Lombardy farmhouses, where the organoleptic characteristics of the land and the microclimate are most favourable. Not only is this variety of rice able to retain a perfectly cooked al dente style, which makes it popular with chefs, but it also binds harmoniously with all ingredients, creating a perfect result.
2006
RISOTTO MAKING IS EVEN QUICKER In 2006
In 2006 a new line sees the light Expresso: real risottos, already toasted, simmered with white wine and seasoned with stock, ready in just two minutes thanks to the steam sterilisation process.
2007
THE WELLNESS LINE IS LAUNCHED
Basing on the new food tendencies, and in order to satisfy customers’ requests, Riso Gallo creates a wellness line, for all those who want to eat a varied, balanced and flavourful diet. The line comprises three new products, rich in fibers, b3 vitamin, magnesium and phosphorus: Whole Grain Blond; 3 Grains – rice, oat and kamut: and 3 Grains – rice, spelt and barley.