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Must Read: Mars Acquires Kellogg’s Snack Division Kellanova

$35 Billion Acquisition Changes the Global Landscape for Snacks and Confectionery By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mars and Kellanova have entered a definitive merger agreement that will combine two of the world's largest snack producers. Mars, a family-owned leader in snacking, food and pet care, has agreed to acquire Kellanova for $83.50 per share, for a total … [Read more...] about Must Read: Mars Acquires Kellogg’s Snack Division Kellanova

Coca-Cola and Oreo Launch Bestie Mode Collaboration

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Coca-Cola and Oreo have launched a co-branded licensing partnership that features limited-edition products, digital experiences and in-person promotions. The collaborative licensing partnership includes exclusive food & beverage products, a musical Bestie Mode digital experience with Spotify and a themed mechandise collection with … [Read more...] about Coca-Cola and Oreo Launch Bestie Mode Collaboration

Drag Queen Nymphia Wind Goes Bananas with Wildwonder Beverage Collaboration

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wildwonder has partnered with drag queen celebrity Nymphia Wind to launch a new sparkling beverage flavor called Banana Queen. Wildwonder is a health-focused beverage brand that creates sparkling drinks that incorporate a mixture of live probiotics and prebiotic dietary fiber to promote a healthy gut microbiome. This new flavor collaboration … [Read more...] about Drag Queen Nymphia Wind Goes Bananas with Wildwonder Beverage Collaboration

WK Kellogg and Thomas’ Debut Froot Loops Mini Bagels for Back-To-School Breakfasts

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WK Kellogg has partnered with Thomas' Breads to launch a fruit-flavored, breakfast snack called Thomas’ Froot Loops Mini Bagels. The limited-edition Thomas’ Froot Loops Mini Bagels combine the sweet and crunchy flavors and textures of WK Kellog's Fruit Loops cereal with high-quality Thomas’ pre-sliced Mini-Bagels.  “As the most important meal … [Read more...] about WK Kellogg and Thomas’ Debut Froot Loops Mini Bagels for Back-To-School Breakfasts

Chili’s Grill & Bar Partners With Ziosk to Enhance Guest Experiences

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Brinker International has partnered with Ziosk to bring its restaurant ordering and payment platform to all of its corporate-owned Chili’s Grill & Bar restaurants. Through this new licensing partnership, Chili’s has added Ziosk branded tablets to more than 1,100 of its restaurant locations across the United States.  The addition of Ziosk … [Read more...] about Chili’s Grill & Bar Partners With Ziosk to Enhance Guest Experiences

Velveeta Teams Up with Bounce Sporting Club for Decadent Dining Collaboration

By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Velveeta has partnered with Bounce Sporting Club for a limited-edition WheelVeeta dining experience based on the viral food trend, Pasta alla Ruota. Available exclusively at Bounce Sporting Club restaurants, the licensed WheelVeeta menu item features steaming hot Velveeta Shells pasta served inside a massive tableside Velveeta cheese wheel. The … [Read more...] about Velveeta Teams Up with Bounce Sporting Club for Decadent Dining Collaboration

Broad Street Redefining Food and Beverage Brand Licensing

TLL FEATURE By now, everyone in the food and beverage industry should know Broad Street Licensing Group. Not only are they one of the top 20 licensing agencies in the world but Broad Street is considered to be in the top two in food and beverage licensing. Broad Street isn’t your average brand licensing agency—they’re a global brand licensing powerhouse agency, … [Read more...] about Broad Street Redefining Food and Beverage Brand Licensing

Kung Fu Tea and Secret Creamery Bring Bubble Tea to the Ice Cream Aisle

By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief I scream, you scream, we all scream ... for bubble tea? You read that right. Kung Fu Tea has just announced a strategic licensing agreement with Secret Creamery to bring 'boba' to the ice cream aisle. This collaboration, brokered by Cronus Global, comes just in time to cool off during this record breaking summer. If you're not … [Read more...] about Kung Fu Tea and Secret Creamery Bring Bubble Tea to the Ice Cream Aisle

TLL Interview: Brand Central Eating up the Competition in Food & Beverage Licensing

TLL Feature Food and beverage licensing has become one of the fastest growing categories in our industry and there has been one licensing agency dominating the genre for over 20 years: Brand Central. With a combination of well-known clients, including top CPG brands and leading restaurants, and a consulting business with top food manufacturers, the agency is eating up the … [Read more...] about TLL Interview: Brand Central Eating up the Competition in Food & Beverage Licensing