This Week in CPG 06/24/24

🛒 Retail Rollouts

🍵 Kahawa 1893, founded by Margaret Nyamumbo, launches African Spice coffee in 220 Meijer stores and local groceries in NYC.

Kahawa 1893, known for its ethically sourced coffee, has introduced its African Spice coffee in 220 Meijer stores across the Midwest and local grocery stores in NYC. The new product features fresh spices from small-holder farms, providing a unique and flavorful coffee experience for consumers.

🍜 Homiah, led by Michelle Tew, introduces Singaporean Laksa, Indonesian Rendang, and Malaysian Red Curry to all Meijer grocery stores nationwide.

Homiah has made a significant move by launching its authentic Southeast Asian meal kits in all Meijer grocery stores nationwide. This marks the first time these traditional dishes are widely available, bringing the rich flavors of Singaporean, Indonesian, and Malaysian cuisines to a broader audience.

🥥 Brooklyn Delhi, founded by Chitra Agrawal, launches a new line of heat & eat meals at Whole Foods nationwide, featuring plant-based and protein-rich options.

Brooklyn Delhi has expanded its product lineup with the launch of convenient heat & eat meals now available at Whole Foods across the country. These new offerings, which are plant-based and protein-rich, reflect founder Chitra Agrawal’s mission to make traditional Indian flavors accessible and easy to enjoy.

🍪 Top Fox Snacks, led by CEO John Keigher, expands into 1,000 additional Kroger stores across multiple regions.

Top Fox Snacks continues its rapid growth by adding its snacking seeds to 1,000 more Kroger stores in regions including Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Delta, and Nashville. This expansion helps the brand reach even more consumers looking for healthy and delicious snack options.

💧 GoodPop debuts Electrolyte Hydration Pops exclusively at Whole Foods Market, crafted with 100% juice and added electrolytes.

GoodPop known for their commitment to providing clean and refreshing frozen treats, has launched their new Electrolyte Hydration Pops exclusively at Whole Foods Market. These pops are crafted with 100% juice and enhanced with added electrolytes, aiming to offer a tasty way to stay hydrated. This launch continues GoodPop’s mission to offer wholesome and enjoyable products. Founded by Daniel Goetz, GoodPop continues to innovate in the frozen treats market, ensuring that all their products are made with high-quality, natural ingredients.

🧀 NUFS, co-founded by Jessica and Kristine Tran, launches their crackers in 220 Whole Foods Markets.

NUFS, the innovative snack brand co-founded by Jessica and Kristine Tran, has introduced their unique crackers to 220 Whole Foods Markets. Known for their nutritious and flavorful snacks, NUFS aims to provide wholesome options without compromising on taste. Their crackers, which are likely to become a staple in healthy snacking, reflect the brand’s dedication to quality ingredients and exceptional taste. Jessica and Kristine Tran’s vision for NUFS is to offer snacks that are both delicious and nourishing, catering to the growing demand for healthier snack alternatives.

🍪 Spritzal Cookie Company, co-founded by Taylor Walker, launches Ooh La Lemon Shortbread Cookie Bites in 58 Bay Area stores.

Spritzal Cookie Company, co-founded by Taylor Walker, has launched their delightful Ooh La Lemon Shortbread Cookie Bites in 58 Bay Area stores. Known for their delicious and handcrafted cookies, Spritzal continues to expand its product offerings with these new lemon-flavored bites. The Ooh La Lemon Shortbread Cookie Bites are a testament to Spritzal’s commitment to quality and flavor, bringing a zesty twist to their classic shortbread cookies.

🚀 New Product Launch

🍗 CEO Emanuel Storch of Blackbird Foods introduces two new plant-based WINGS varieties, Texas BBQ and Thai Chili, featuring a crispy hand-battered exterior and a meaty interior.

As plant-based foods continue to soar in popularity, Blackbird Foods is stepping up with delectable new offerings. CEO Emanuel Storch of Blackbird Foods introduces two new plant-based WINGS varieties, Texas BBQ and Thai Chili, featuring a crispy hand-battered exterior and a meaty interior. Blackbird Foods, the NYC startup known for its chef-crafted frozen pizzas and plant proteins, is expanding its plant-based WINGS line with these two exciting flavors. The Texas BBQ variety offers a tangy and smoky taste, while the Thai Chili variety delivers a sweet and spicy kick. Each 12 oz bag includes a separate sauce packet to ensure maximum flavor, making these new additions perfect for those seeking delicious and innovative plant-based options.

🤝 Brand Partnerships

🍫 Seed + Mill, founded by Rachel Simons, introduces Chocolate Sesame Sauce and collaborates with Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams for a summer flavor available nationwide.

Seed + Mill has launched its first sweet tahini flavor, Chocolate Sesame Sauce, and partnered with Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams to create a new summer flavor, Tahini Oat Chocolate Cookie. This collaboration brings the unique taste of tahini to ice cream lovers across the U.S., available in all Jeni’s scoop shops and online.

🎉 NEWS TO CELEBRATE

🍃 Cultured Kombucha Co. unveils a vibrant company rebrand to elevate its shelf presence and foster deeper consumer engagement, led by CEO Courtney Lorenz.

Cultured Kombucha Co. has revealed a bold new rebrand aimed at enhancing its shelf presence and connecting more deeply with consumers. As the Midwest’s fastest-growing kombucha company, this makeover includes a refreshed logo and visual identity, reinforcing its commitment to promoting healthier lifestyle choices.

Other News

News from Bumpin Blends Smoothie Cubes, Pitaya Foods, Soom Foods, Ghia, Belgian Boys, Hotpot Queen, Fancypants, Laoban Dumplings, RIND Snacks, Liquid Death, Twrl Milk Tea, BEHAVE Candy and Essie's Heart Healthy DELISH.
News from No Days Wasted, Bowlcut, Laoban Dumplings, Tal's, Offshoot Brands, Lil' Gourmets, Wellious and Whole Foods Market.
News from AubSauce, Paradise, Sauz, Blackbird Foods, Diana’s, Fruit Friends, Atomo Coffee, Actual Veggies, BāKIT Box and LEXINGTON BAKES.

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