By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Impossible Foods has opened an in-person food-service concept in the XMarket Food Hall through a licensing partnership with Veg House and PlantX Life.Leased through PlantX Life and managed by Veg House, the Impossible Quality Meats pop-up restaurant will offer a plant-based menu that spans small plates, main courses, brunch offerings and … [Read more...] about Impossible Foods Opens an Impossible Restaurant
Trademarks/Brands
Tapatío and Idahoan Unveil Some Spicy Spuds
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Tapatío and Idahoan Foods are releasing a co-branded new product called Idahoan Tapatío Triple Cheese Mashed Potatoes. Tapatió is a family-owned business that has been producing branded hot sauce since 1971. Since its creation, the Tapatió hot sauce brand has expanded to include an extensive range of licensed consumer products that includes … [Read more...] about Tapatío and Idahoan Unveil Some Spicy Spuds
Cinnabon and Warheads Launch Sweet and Sour Collaboration
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cinnabon has launched a licensing partnership with Warheads to introduce two limited-edition sour candy-flavored menu items. "We are ecstatic to collaborate with such a beloved brand and give consumers a sweet new way to experience our super sour products," said Warheads VP, Lindsay Karlin. "It’s incredible to see two inventive brands like … [Read more...] about Cinnabon and Warheads Launch Sweet and Sour Collaboration
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