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CPG Week Podcast: Unpacking the Acquisitions of Caulipower and Justin’s
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard chat about the acquisitions of Caulipower and Justin’s by private equity firms, Keurig Dr Pepper’s new $7 billion investment, and new funding for popped sorghum startup Cob.
Marketing: Khloud Pops Up In Blank Street Cafes
Khloud Protein Popcorn is teaming up with Blank Street Coffee to offer a limited-edition Vanilla Bean Khloud Matcha beverage at selection cafes; Graeter’s gets a glow-up; Real Good Foods unveils refreshed identity; and Kraft Mac & Cheese meets ‘American Pie.’
Nosh Best of 2025 Awards: Nomination Deadline Extended to November 5
Nosh’s annual “Best Of” Awards celebrate the people, brands, products, and ideas that are shaping the future of the packaged food industry. Submit your nominations by Wednesday, November 5.
New Products: Doughlicious Does Cookie Skillets, Kooshy Introduces Stuffing Mix
In this week’s notable new products roundup, Doughlicious adds a new format to its portfolio of cookie dough products, Carmine’s Italian Restaurant celebrates its 35th anniversary with jarred sauce, and Kooshy gears up for the holiday season with stuffing mix.
Nosh Best of 2025 Awards: Nominations Due Today, Oct. 31
Nosh’s annual “Best Of” Awards celebrate the people, brands, products, and ideas that are shaping the future of the packaged food industry. Submit your nominations by midnight tonight, Oct. 31.
Reviews: Gigantic Candy Returns, Tusol Flexes Into Protein Bars
Gigantic Candy has returned with refreshed packaging and an updated take on its better-for-you candy line; Tusol Wellness expands into protein bars.
CPG Week Podcast: It’s Time For Recess. Plus, A Bourbon Brand On the Block
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery talk about Recess’ new funding round and leadership addition, a premium bourbon brand on the block, and new cash for Robert Downey Jr.’s coffee brand. The podcasters also discuss the closure of an alt-cheese maker and the surge in demand for gummy formats in supplements and in candy.
Frozen Fruit Pop Maker HUNDY! Nabs $350K in Fresh Funding
Organic frozen fruit pop purveyor HUNDY! has secured $350,000 in fresh equity funding, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
People Moves: Fody Foods Names Ex-Bulletproof 360 Exec as CEO
After nearly a decade at the helm of IBS-focused food brand Fody Foods, founder Steven J. Singer is stepping down as CEO. Taking over the role is Andy van Ark.
Distribution: Hero Lands At Walmart, Daily Crunch Goes All In At Albertsons
Hero Bread is releasing seven items at 700 Walmart stores across Texas, Florida, California, Ohio and Pennsylvania this month. The brand’s fiber- and protein-packed assortment includes sliced breads, tortillas, buns and bagels, baked with simple ingredients including resistant wheat starch, wheat protein, fava bean protein, jerusalem artichoke fiber, olive oil and yeast.





