Antico Casale Galani

Antico Casale Galani is a traditional Italian carnival pastry, often known locally as 'Chiacchiere' or 'Frappe'. These are thin, crispy fried dough strips dusted with powdered sugar, a seasonal specialty widely consumed during the Carnival period in Italy.

The brand Antico Casale is associated with refined Italian confectionery and bakery products. It is produced by the Italian company Galbusera S.p.A., a significant player in the Italian biscuit and snack industry. The product is manufactured in Italy, retaining authentic production methods to ensure the characteristic airy and crunchy texture required for traditional Galani.

While marketed under the Antico Casale label to emphasize heritage, the ultimate ownership lies with Galbusera, which remains an independent Italian family-owned company headquartered in Cosio Valtellino. They distribute these seasonal items across Europe, particularly to German-speaking markets where they are labeled as 'Italienisches Karnevalsgebäck'.