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Goodles Twirls Up New Line Extension, Embracing Asian Flavors
Goodles launched a 3-SKU Twirly Mac subline featuring a new pasta shape and its first foray into Asian flavor profiles.
Distribution: PiiPER Debuts Vibrant Baking Portfolio with Walmart Launch
PiiPER, a colorful new baking brand making frostings, glitter dust and sprays, is making its debut at Target and Walmart stores nationwide. According to a press release, the brand is rolling out with seven SKUs.
G.O.A.T. Foods Lands Strategic Investment, Eyes Wholesale Growth
G.O.A.T. Foods has secured strategic investment from LesserEvil’s former owner, Charles Coristine, and the Solomon family office.
Celebrity Chef Esther Choi Debuts Korean Pantry Staples Platform Sessy
Food Network host Esther Choi is reimagining Korean pantry staples with the launch this week of a new brand, Sessy.
Who’s Raising Money in Food? The Better-for-You Startups Winning Investors in 2026
Raising capital is never easy, even in the good times. However, as we head deeper into the year, there’s been no shortage of early-stage startup food brands reporting new funding rounds, showing that as the industry evolves, investment is following.
Magnum Ice Cream Reports ‘Solid’ H1, Avoids B&J Dispute
The Magnum Ice Cream Company reported organic sales growth of 4.7% in H1 2026 as it stares down the internal turmoil from Ben & Jerry’s.
Natural Color Transition Faces Significant Supply Chain Hurdles, Says New NCA Report
Reformulating America’s food supply to remove FD&C colors may be only half the challenge facing packaged food manufacturers as the industry accelerates its shift toward naturally sourced alternatives.
Rise Baking Bolsters Cookie Business With Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery Acquisition
Rise Baking Company has completed its acquisition of wholesale supplier Jimmy’s Gourmet Bakery, expanding its cookie portfolio and adding manufacturing capacity in the Northeast as the commercial bakery company continues to grow through acquisitions.
Kodiak Doubles Business Under L Catterton, Reaches $580M in Retail Sales
Kodiak has taken the slow road to surging past its competitors, but with the backing of L Catterton, the protein-packed food company is quickly gaining ground on legacy competitors across an array of categories.
THE CPG INSIDER WEEKLY
This week, we’re looking into a chunky raise by Whisps’ parent co, sprinkling our sorbet with collagen, and getting a taste of Old Blighty courtesy of Bush’s Beans. Hey, what more could you ask for?








