TLL Staff Dutch Bros, one of the fastest-growing brands in the U.S. quick-service beverage industry, is set to bring its signature coffee experience directly to consumers’ homes. With this latest venture, Dutch Bros is stirring up new possibilities, ensuring that fans can now wake up and smell the coffee, right from their own kitchens. Founded in 1992 by brothers Dane … [Read more...] about Dutch Bros Brews Up Retail Expansion With Packaged Coffee Line
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Tillamook Country Smoker and Mike’s Hot Honey Heat Up the Snack Aisle
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The meat-based snack company Tillamook Country Smoker has created a fiery new partnership with Mike’s Hot Honey. The deal, combining two of the hottest companies in specialized foods, was brokered by Brandgenuity on behalf of Mike's Hot Honey, and Brand Central Group on behalf of Tillamook Country Smoker. Brandgenuity is managing the … [Read more...] about Tillamook Country Smoker and Mike’s Hot Honey Heat Up the Snack Aisle
Surge Brands Brings the Sizzle as Licensing Agent for Bacon Up
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Bacon Up, the first national brand of ready-to-use bacon grease, is frying up new opportunities through a partnership with Surge Brands as its global licensing agent. The deal is set to bring Bacon Up into a variety of new product categories, ensuring its rich, smoky flavor extends far beyond the skillet. “Bacon Up’s rich heritage … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Brings the Sizzle as Licensing Agent for Bacon Up
Chef Morimoto Launches Saucy Collection with Williams Sonoma
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Williams Sonoma is launching a collaborative culinary collection with Michelin-star restaurateur and Iron Chef, Masaharu Morimoto. Known as the host of Iron Chef and Iron Chef America, Masaharu Morimoto is a celebrity culinary expert who operates 24 restaurant locations around the world. He has also published two award-winning cookbooks, … [Read more...] about Chef Morimoto Launches Saucy Collection with Williams Sonoma
Cosmic Crisp and Dunford Pastry Launch Fruitful Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Proprietary Variety Management and Dunford Pastry have launched a licensed dessert that is made with Cosmic Crisp branded apples. The licensed Apple Filled Pastries mark Dunford as the first U.S. retail brand to introduce a dessert that features the Cosmic Crisp apple variety. Developed by Proprietary Variety Management over 20 years … [Read more...] about Cosmic Crisp and Dunford Pastry Launch Fruitful Partnership
Home Chef Launches Two Limited-Edition Recipe Partnerships
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Home Chef has launched two new licensing collaborations to bring the flavors of Ayesha Curry and SpongeBob SquarePants to its meal kits. Featured on Forbes 30 Under 30 list, Ayesha Curry is an award-winning chef, restaurateur, author, actress, producer, and entrepreneur. Her accessible approach to cooking and Sweet July lifestyle … [Read more...] about Home Chef Launches Two Limited-Edition Recipe Partnerships
Choco Milk Signs Beanstalk as its Licensing Representative
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Beanstalk Latin America has partnered with Choco Milk to develop a licensing program that will extend the brand into new product categories. Through the terms of the agreement, Beanstalk will work to secure licensing partnerships that will leverage Choco Milk's rich flavor profile and official brand mascot, Pancho Pantera. The initial … [Read more...] about Choco Milk Signs Beanstalk as its Licensing Representative
Surge Brands Named Licensing Agent for Cookie Dough Bites
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Surge Brands has been appointed by Taste of Nature as the global licensing agent for Cookie Dough Bites candy. As Cookie Dough Bites' representative, Surge Brands will oversee the development of a global licensing program that will focus on introducing products across multiple retail categories. These categories will include protein … [Read more...] about Surge Brands Named Licensing Agent for Cookie Dough Bites
Wendy’s and Girl Scouts USA Debut Thin Mint Frosty
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Wendy's has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) for a limited-edition Thin Mints Frosty menu item. Available in chocolate and vanilla flavors, the licensed Frosty features a Thin Mints-inspired cookie crumble sauce that is swirled into the dessert and piled on the top. "The friendship between Wendy's and Girl Scouts of the … [Read more...] about Wendy’s and Girl Scouts USA Debut Thin Mint Frosty
True Food Kitchen Partners with SZA for New CZA Salad
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter True Food Kitchen and SZA have partnered for a licensed menu collaboration called the SZA CZA salad. Available at all 46 True Food locations, the SZA CZA salad is an updated spin on the restaurant's kale caesar salad that is inspired by the award-winning artist's favorite ingredients. "This partnership is a perfect blend of what we're … [Read more...] about True Food Kitchen Partners with SZA for New CZA Salad