Algida Cornetto ice cream

Cornetto is one of the world's most iconic ice cream brands, famous for its waffle cone lined with chocolate and topped with nuts and syrup. Originally invented by a local waffle maker in Naples, Italy, in 1959, the product was later industrialised and became a global phenomenon under the ownership of Multinational giants. The packaging shown features Italian text and a barcode starting with 80, indicating the product is intended for or manufactured in the Italian market.

Today, Cornetto is owned by Unilever, a British multinational consumer goods company. While major production for the European market still takes place at the historic factory in Caivano, Italy, Cornetto is manufactured in multiple countries worldwide to meet global demand. As of 2026, Unilever remains the ultimate parent company, managing the brand through its Heartbrand subsidiary network globally.