Sysco announced today it has entered into an agreement to acquire Greco and Sons, a leading independent Italian specialty distributor in the United States from Arbor Investments and the Greco family. Greco and Sons operates 10 distribution centers servicing 22 geographies nationwide, with approximately $800 million in annual revenue.
Cappello's has launched three varieties of almond flour ravioli in the frozen aisle of Whole Foods Market locations across the country: Five Cheese, Butternut Squash, and Spinach & Cheese.
There is 75% less plastic in Veroni’s new charcuterie packaging. The Italian, family-owned cured meat producer has developed innovative, sustainable trays to preserve the freshness, aroma, and taste of the authentic Italian charcuterie the company has been importing in the US since 2016. Once having enjoyed the delicious Veroni’s Italian prosciutto, coppa, or mortadella, you can easily dispose of the packaging separately in the proper paper and plastic recycling bins.
Armanino Foods announced the rollout of a new bold and flavorful look for its line of premium products. Additionally, the pioneer who made pesto mainstream has introduced a fresher way to enjoy the popular sauces for which it’s known.
Carando, a brand of Smithfield Foods, is venturing further into the deli section with the addition of handheld, fully-cooked calzones. The new line features three flavors to tantalize every palate, including Pepperoni, Meatball, and Chicken Parmesan. Known for its authentic Italian flavors, the calzones offer consumers a simple, no-prep meal without skimping on taste.
Since 2003, Brynwood Partners has acquired the Flipz, DeMet's Turtles, Treasures, Stixx, Juicy Juice, Bit O Honey, Nutrament and Joseph's Gourmet Pasta brands from Nestlé.
June 9, 2020
Brynwood Partners announced its newly-formed portfolio company, Buitoni Food Company, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the North American Buitoni business from Nestlé USA, Inc. The transaction, which includes a 240,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Danville, Virginia, is expected to close within the next 30 days, subject to customary U.S. regulatory review. Terms and conditions of the deal are not being disclosed.
New products will include Beyond Beef Meatballs & Sauce in several sizes, as well as vegan and gluten-free-based Spaghetti and Beyond Beef Meatball Pasta Bowls.
October 1, 2019
MamaMancini's Holdings, Inc., East Rutherford, N.J., entered into a strategic partnership with Beyond Meat, Inc., El Segundo, Calif., to introduce a new line of fully cooked authentic Italian foods using Beyond Meat’s plant-based Beyond Beef.