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Cameo
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- Brand origin
- Italy
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Italy
Cameo is an Italian food brand that makes cake mixes, desserts, frozen pizzas and other food products. Cameo is ultimately owned by Dr. August Oetker KG, the family-owned German holding company of the Oetker Group.
cameo.itOwnership chain
- BrandCameoItaly
- cameo s.p.a.
- Dr. Oetker
- Ultimate ownerDr. August Oetker KGGermany
About Cameo
What is Cameo?
Cameo is an Italian food brand that has been part of the Oetker Group since its operations in Italy began in 1933. Cameo operates through cameo s.p.a., based in Desenzano del Garda, Italy. The company distributes products throughout Italy and reports about 356 employees.
Who owns Cameo?
Cameo is ultimately owned by Dr. August Oetker KG, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. The ownership chain is Cameo, cameo s.p.a., Dr. Oetker, and Dr. August Oetker KG. Dr. August Oetker KG is the holding company of the Oetker Group. Dr. Oetker is a family-owned business founded in Germany in 1891.
Where does Cameo come from?
Cameo originated in Italy, where Dr. Oetker began operating in 1933. The Italian business first used the Dr. Oetker name, then adopted the name cammeo in 1953 and the shorter name cameo in 1985. The name referred to the shape of the Dr. Oetker logo. Cameo has been based in Desenzano del Garda since 1958.
What products does Cameo make?
Cameo makes cake mixes, dessert preparations, fresh desserts, frozen pizzas, ready-made cakes, cake decorations and savoury snacks. Named Cameo products include Ciobar, Muu Muu and Ristorante frozen pizza. Cameo also distributes products in categories such as breakfast cereals, biscuits and other baking ingredients.
Frequently asked questions about Cameo
Is Cameo an Italian company?
- Cameo originated in Italy and operates through cameo s.p.a. in Desenzano del Garda. Cameo is part of the German Oetker Group.
Is Cameo owned by Dr. Oetker?
- Yes. Cameo is part of Dr. Oetker and is ultimately owned by Dr. August Oetker KG, the holding company of the Oetker Group.
What is the difference between Cameo and Dr. Oetker?
- Cameo is the name used by Dr. Oetker for its Italian food business and brand. Dr. Oetker uses its own name in many other markets, while Cameo is the local name used in Italy.
Where are Cameo products made?
- Cameo has a commercial office and production facility in Desenzano del Garda, Italy. The company also distributes products across the Italian market.
Which Cameo products are most recognisable?
- Cameo's recognised products include Ciobar chocolate drink preparation, Muu Muu desserts and Ristorante frozen pizza. The brand also sells cake mixes, dessert preparations and ready-made cakes.
Sources: company.cameo.it: struttura societaria del gruppo oetker, it.wikipedia.org, oetker.com: our history, company.cameo.it: la storia dei nostri prodotti, cameo.it, company.cameo.it: sedi e brand, company.cameo.it: la nostra storia, oetker.com: unternehmensstruktur
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Products from Cameo
33- Cameo Vitalis Müesli Croccante Frutta SeccaFood – Breakfast Cereal (Muesli/Granola)
- Cameo Ristorante Pizza Margherita SaporitaFood – Frozen Pizza
- Cameo Vitalis MüesliFood – Breakfast Cereal / Müesli
- Cameo baking mix or confectionery productFood – Bakery product/Dessert mix
- Cameo Ciobar Gusto FondenteBeverage - Instant Hot Chocolate Mix
- Cameo Snack Friends Arachidi Tostate e SalateFood – Savory Snack (Peanuts)
- Cameo Vitalis Müesli Senza Zuccheri AggiuntiFood – Muesli
- Cameo Vitalis Il Müesli Croccante Frutta SeccaFood – breakfast cereal (muesli)
- Cameo Pizza Regina MargheritaFood – Frozen Pizza
- Cameo Noci di Anacardi (Cashews)Food – Snack (Dried Fruits and Nuts)
- Cameo Bonèt dessert mixFood – Confectionery - Dessert Mix
- Cameo Sandwich CookiesFood – Confectionery (Sandwich Cookies)
- Cameo Vitalis Crunchy MuesliFood – Breakfast Cereal (Muesli)
- Cameo Vitalis Double Chocolate crunchy muesliFood – Snack, Cereal
- Galletas CameoFood – Sandwich Cookies
- Cameo Pizza RistoranteFood – Frozen Pizza
- Cameo baking aids and dessertsFood – Confectionery and Baking Ingredients
- Cameo Vitalis Il Müesli Croccante Double ChocolateFood – Snack (Cereal/Muesli)
- Cameo baking and dessert productsFood – Confectionery and Baking ingredients
- Cameo Vitalis Muesli Croccante Frutta SeccaFood – Cereal and Snack (Muesli)
- Cameo Ciobar thick hot chocolateBeverage – Hot Chocolate Mix
- Cameo Salatini & BretzelFood – Savory Snacks
- Cameo baking productsFood – Confectionery and Baking Ingredients
- Cameo Fruttapec 3:1Food – baking ingredients (pectin for jam)
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