Heart to Home Meals U.S.A, the senior-focused meal delivery service franchise empowering older adults to live independently, announced that its parent company, apetito, has completed a major expansion of its production facility in Ottawa, Ontario. 

This enhanced site will serve as one of the primary production and supply facilities for Heart to Home Meals' growing U.S. franchise systems, ensuring that American customers receive the same chef-prepared, nutritionally balanced meals trusted by thousands of seniors across Canada and Europe.

• Over 9,900 square feet of new production space.
• New spiral freezer for enhanced meal quality and consistency.
• Modernized packaging lines, including advanced Mondini technology.
• Investment exceeding €12 million (about $12.8 million USD).

This expansion reinforces apetito's commitment to sustainable growth, operational excellence, and innovation in meal preparation across North America.

"Every meal that reaches a customer's table is backed by the expertise, quality, and care of one of the most trusted food producers in the world," said Chris Webb, president of Heart to Home Meals U.S.A. ". For our U.S. franchise owners, this investment means peace of mind. This expansion reinforces that while we're a new franchise opportunity in the United States, we're powered by decades of proven experience and a global commitment to quality."

Since first entering the North American market through Canada in 2010, apetito and Heart to Home Meals have become trusted names in senior nutrition, healthcare partnerships, and home meal delivery. Today, apetito operates in seven countries and generates over $1 billion in global annual sales.

Each meal is flash-frozen to lock in flavor and nutrients, then delivered by local Heart to Home Meals drivers who bring more than food: they bring conversation, care, and independence to the seniors they serve.

Heart to Home Meals began U.S. franchising in 2024 and is now actively expanding nationwide, with its first franchisees in Raleigh, North Carolina and Naperville, Illinois. 

About Heart to Home Meals
Heart to Home Meals, part of the global apetito group with over $1 billion in annual sales and a legacy of nutrition-focused care since 1958, delivers nutritious, chef-curated meals directly to the homes of older adults. With 150+ menu options tailored to a range of dietary needs, Heart to Home helps seniors age in place with dignity and ease. Since launching in the U.S. in 2019, Heart to Home Meals has grown to serve thousands of seniors each year through a straightforward, community-driven model, where local teams deliver more than just meals by fostering meaningful personal connections.