Snack Forno Damiani

Founded 75 years ago by the Damiani family, starting with the mastery of grandfather Corrado, continuing with father Luciano and today led by Massimo Damiani. Brand of Eurosnack srl with modern factory eighteen thousand square meters. Leader in today's multi-channel vending channel Ho.Re.Ca and GDO.

Schiacciatelle, croutons, and Croccantelle: Snacks Baked in the Oven since 1949

Forno Damiani was born seventy-five years ago, when grandfather Corrado started small artisan bakery production. Roman white bread tradition is preserved through manual processing and skills handed down generation to generation. Master bakers then recognized dough quality with expert eyes and hands, without technological tools, relying on experience matured over time. Subsequently, father Luciano continued family path, gradually introducing machinery allowing increased production volumes without renouncing artisan quality, distinguishing authentic product from more standardized industrial alternatives.

Olive Schiacciatelle reinterpret Roman white pizza in snack format. Dough contains Taggiasca black olives releasing intense aromas and characteristic Mediterranean fragrance during baking. Pizza Flavor Schiacciatelle instead recall margherita pizza flavor thanks to tomato and oregano distributed on surface before baking, enhancing taste and fragrance. These snacks are practical bread alternative perfectly accompanying meals, especially when no time to purchase fresh bread daily.

Bacon Flavor Croccantelle offer smoked aroma similar to bacon without containing meat, resulting suitable also for those following vegetarian diet but not wanting to renounce that type of flavor. Ham Flavor Croccantelle and Pizza Flavor Croccantelle are among brand's most representative products in vending channel. They expanded vending machine savory offering, sector long dominated almost exclusively by chips. Thanks to flavor variety, Croccantelle make snack break more pleasant and less monotonous, offering tasty and always different alternatives.

Forno Damiani snacks perfectly pair with soft drinks, which with their sweetness or freshness help balance saltiness and "clean" palate between bites. Beverages and snacks together create ideal balance, especially on hot days when frequently hydrating is important. Damiani snacks are also perfect for aperitif, where they accompany wines, light cocktails and convivial moments. They are often protagonists of pleasant informal breaks reuniting friends and colleagues after busy day.

Today Forno Damiani is led by Massimo Damiani, representing third family generation. Company grew from small artisan workshop to modern reality with 18,000 m² plant. New technologies improved efficiency and quality, reducing totally manual processing errors of past times, without however renouncing artisan spirit making brand recognizable. Company also produces Christmas boxes rich in savory snacks, valid alternative to traditional panettoni, often received in quantity during holidays. Savory proposal allows varying and reducing food waste, offering useful and always appreciated gift.

Fun fact: Croccantelle became famous also thanks to iconic television commercials, including campaign set in Roman school. Objective was associating product with carefree adolescence moments, like recess, when few freedom minutes interrupted school routine. Snack break represented moment of lightness, sharing and sociality, and precisely this atmosphere was reprised in brand communications.

Three Snack are thin slices of crispy Roman focaccia prepared with extra virgin olive oil and sea salt. Their simplicity enhances raw material quality, according to best Mediterranean tradition. Schiacciatelle, available in Rosemary, Natural, Olive and Pizza flavors, offer wide choice allowing alternating flavors to make each break more varied and pleasant.

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IFS Food Certificate

The IFS certification (International Featured Standards) is a Franco-German standard for food safety and quality, recognized by the GFSI and similar to the BRC. It is developed by European retailers and reflects specific needs of the continental market. The IFS logo can be verified on the ifs-certification.com website, which provides an official database to verify the authenticity of certifications and ensure independent verification, more reliable than company self-declarations. Forno Damiani holds the IFS certification together with the BRC, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to quality and safety. Dual certification allows access to both Anglo-Saxon and continental markets, facilitating exports and increasing business opportunities.

BRC Food Certification

The BRC certification (British Retail Consortium) is an international standard for food safety, recognized by the GFSI and required by European large-scale retail trade. It ensures compliance with strict requirements on quality, hygiene, HACCP, traceability and allergen management. The BRC logo can be verified on the official website brcgs.com, where you can consult the list of certified companies and check the validity of their certifications. Certification involves annual audits by independent bodies that verify both the documentation and the actual application of procedures in the establishments. Forno Damiani holds the BRC certification, confirming that its 18,000 m² plant meets the international standards necessary to operate in foreign markets and ensure safe and compliant products.

FAQ

When was Forno Damiani born?

Forno Damiani was born seventy-five years ago, when his grandfather Corrado started a small artisanal production of baked goods, preserving Roman tradition through manual labor and skills passed down from generation to generation. Dad Luciano continues the family journey, Gradually introducing machinery that allows for increased production volumes without sacrificing artisanal quality, which consumers easily distinguish from more standardized industrial imitations. Today Massimo Damiani represents the third generation and has transformed the original laboratory into a modern industry with an 18,000 m² plant, equipped with advanced technologies that automate many processes and improve efficiency. The company is a brand of Eurosnack srl, as confirmed by the official website and the main publications in the vending sector, as well as by the chamber records that report its correct company name. In the vending channel, its leadership is consolidated: Croccantelle are among the best-selling products in vending machines and have built high recognizability over time thanks to a constant presence on the market. Today the brand is considered iconic and immediately associated with savory baked snacks, a valid alternative to classic French fries.

Are Forno Damiani Croccantelle fried?

No, Crocchantelle are baked and not fried. It's an important feature, which the brand often highlights to distinguish itself from fried snacks, which are heavier and higher in fat. Croccantelle, on the other hand, are lighter and also suitable for those looking for a tasty snack without exceeding calories.

Many references are also without palm oil, replaced with olive oil, a typical ingredient of the Mediterranean diet and appreciated for its nutritional benefits. Olive oil contains monounsaturated fats that are considered healthier and are associated, according to numerous studies, with better cardiovascular health.

What are Spiacciatelle?

The Schiacciatelle are a snack-sized reinterpretation of traditional Roman white pizza. They combine the simplicity of Roman bread making with the convenience of modern consumption, offering a portable snack ideal for those who are on a hectic pace and looking for a tasty solution without having to buy fresh bread every day. This format makes Roman schiacciata accessible anywhere, anytime, maintaining the authenticity of the original recipe and transforming it into a convenient, flavorful, and immediate daily experience.

Have there been any iconic Croccantelle commercials?

Yes, the Croccantelle have been the protagonists of dedicated television campaigns, including a commercial shot in a Roman school. The settings appealed to the young target audience, associating the product with the carefree moments of adolescence, when recess represented a brief freedom from the rhythm of lessons. The commercial focused precisely on this light atmosphere: a simple, everyday context, in which Croccantelle became the snack to share with friends, linked to shared memories, fun and sociality. An effective way to strengthen brand recognition and position it as the ideal companion for informal breaks.