# Boboli is an Italian frozen pizza crust.

*business · news · 2026-04-14 · Cincinnati Cincinnati Enquirer*

## Key points

- Boboli was invented by Californian Eugene deChristopher in the early 1980s using his mother's recipe.
- The name 'Boboli' was inspired by the Boboli Gardens in Florence, Italy.
- In 1990, Giovanni LoCoco successfully sued deChristopher, claiming he originated the Boboli concept and name.
- LoCoco was awarded $900,000 and half the royalties from a 12-year deal with General Foods.

**Companies:** General Foods Corp
**Countries:** United States

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