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Business Wire
23-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
C.H. Guenther Acquires Fresca Mexican Foods to Expand Tortilla Production and Strengthen Foodservice Partnerships
SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--C.H. Guenther & Son LLC ('CHG'), a commercial baking and food manufacturing business with a 170-year legacy in branded and private label products, today announced the acquisition of Fresca Mexican Foods, LLC ('Fresca'), a premier manufacturer of flour tortillas, corn tortillas and tortilla chips based near Boise, Idaho. The transaction expands CHG's tortilla manufacturing capacity and deepens its relationships with foodservice and premier quick service restaurant ('QSR') customers. With the acquisition of Fresca's product portfolio, facilities and team, CHG further establishes itself as a prominent supplier of premium tortilla products to the foodservice industry. 'I am very pleased to welcome Fresca to the CHG family,' said Rod Hepponstall, president and CEO of CHG. 'The company's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and strategic partnerships with some of the most prominent fast casual and QSR chains in North America are a great fit as we continue to execute our growth strategy. We share a commitment to quality, innovation and customer service, and I am confident the addition of Fresca's talented team will strengthen CHG's commitment to quality products and excellent service.' 'Joining CHG marks an exciting new chapter for Fresca,' said Andy Savin, president of Fresca. 'Together, we'll continue to deliver exceptional products and service to our customers while expanding our reach and capabilities.' C.H. Guenther & Son is owned by Pritzker Private Capital ('PPC') along with management and co-investors. CHG has more than 5,000 employees in 30 food manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada and Western Europe, and in its corporate office in San Antonio, Texas. 'Fresca is an excellent strategic fit with CHG's portfolio,' said Phil Iler, Principal at PPC. 'CHG has built a terrific commercial baking platform and we're delighted to continue our successful partnership together as the company explores complementary acquisition opportunities to add product capabilities and expand into new geographies.' Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About C.H. Guenther & Son San Antonio-headquartered C.H. Guenther & Son is a leading food manufacturer that has delivered high-quality products and 'just baked from scratch' flavor for more than 170 years. Founded in Texas in 1851, the global company employs more than 5,000 people in 30 manufacturing locations in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. CHG is a leading supplier of value-added grain-based and frozen food products for foodservice clients and select consumer markets. CHG's well-loved retail brands such as Pioneer, White Wings, Sun-Bird, Mi Rancho and Cuisine Adventures have been included at family meals for generations. CHG is owned by Pritzker Private Capital along with management and other co-investors. Visit us at About Fresca Mexican Foods Fresca Mexican Foods manufactures homestyle flour tortillas, die-cut flour tortillas, corn tortillas and tortilla chips in a state-of-the-art, 190,000 square foot facility in Caldwell, Idaho. Since 1977, the company has been supplying customers with better-for-you tortilla products without any preservatives, artificial flavors or colors, while utilizing proprietary recipes, innovative manufacturing processes and fresh-freezing techniques. Today, Fresca produces about 5 million tortillas per day, employs approximately 375 full-time employees, and ships its products to customers all around the world. About Pritzker Private Capital Pritzker Private Capital (PPC) partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products and services sectors. The firm's differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. PPC builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. PPC is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
C.H. Guenther Acquires Fresca Mexican Foods to Expand Tortilla Production and Strengthen Foodservice Partnerships
Acquisition Increases Manufacturing Capacity and Deepens Relationships with QSR and Private-Label Customers SAN ANTONIO, June 23, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--C.H. Guenther & Son LLC ("CHG"), a commercial baking and food manufacturing business with a 170-year legacy in branded and private label products, today announced the acquisition of Fresca Mexican Foods, LLC ("Fresca"), a premier manufacturer of flour tortillas, corn tortillas and tortilla chips based near Boise, Idaho. The transaction expands CHG's tortilla manufacturing capacity and deepens its relationships with foodservice and premier quick service restaurant ("QSR") customers. With the acquisition of Fresca's product portfolio, facilities and team, CHG further establishes itself as a prominent supplier of premium tortilla products to the foodservice industry. "I am very pleased to welcome Fresca to the CHG family," said Rod Hepponstall, president and CEO of CHG. "The company's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and strategic partnerships with some of the most prominent fast casual and QSR chains in North America are a great fit as we continue to execute our growth strategy. We share a commitment to quality, innovation and customer service, and I am confident the addition of Fresca's talented team will strengthen CHG's commitment to quality products and excellent service." "Joining CHG marks an exciting new chapter for Fresca," said Andy Savin, president of Fresca. "Together, we'll continue to deliver exceptional products and service to our customers while expanding our reach and capabilities." C.H. Guenther & Son is owned by Pritzker Private Capital ("PPC") along with management and co-investors. CHG has more than 5,000 employees in 30 food manufacturing locations in the United States, Canada and Western Europe, and in its corporate office in San Antonio, Texas. "Fresca is an excellent strategic fit with CHG's portfolio," said Phil Iler, Principal at PPC. "CHG has built a terrific commercial baking platform and we're delighted to continue our successful partnership together as the company explores complementary acquisition opportunities to add product capabilities and expand into new geographies." Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. About C.H. Guenther & SonSan Antonio-headquartered C.H. Guenther & Son is a leading food manufacturer that has delivered high-quality products and "just baked from scratch" flavor for more than 170 years. Founded in Texas in 1851, the global company employs more than 5,000 people in 30 manufacturing locations in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. CHG is a leading supplier of value-added grain-based and frozen food products for foodservice clients and select consumer markets. CHG's well-loved retail brands such as Pioneer, White Wings, Sun-Bird, Mi Rancho and Cuisine Adventures have been included at family meals for generations. CHG is owned by Pritzker Private Capital along with management and other co-investors. Visit us at About Fresca Mexican FoodsFresca Mexican Foods manufactures homestyle flour tortillas, die-cut flour tortillas, corn tortillas and tortilla chips in a state-of-the-art, 190,000 square foot facility in Caldwell, Idaho. Since 1977, the company has been supplying customers with better-for-you tortilla products without any preservatives, artificial flavors or colors, while utilizing proprietary recipes, innovative manufacturing processes and fresh-freezing techniques. Today, Fresca produces about 5 million tortillas per day, employs approximately 375 full-time employees, and ships its products to customers all around the world. About Pritzker Private CapitalPritzker Private Capital (PPC) partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products and services sectors. The firm's differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. PPC builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. PPC is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit View source version on Contacts For C.H. Guenther & Son: Christine Courardccourard@ (830) 216-8904For Pritzker Private Capital: H/Advisors AbernathyDan Scorpio / Mallory Griffin(312) 640-3111 / (212) / Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
NDTV
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Delhi Street Vendor Makes Bizarre 'Litchi Gravy Momos', Internet In Disbelief
If there's one thing we never get tired of, it's desi street food. From spicy golgappas and tangy chaat to buttery pav bhaji, our love for local flavours knows no bounds. We've also grown quite accustomed to seeing some out-of-the-box food experiments. Chocolate samosas? Sure. Fanta Maggi? Unfortunately, yes. But just when we thought the internet had peaked with food fusions, a new viral video has arrived, and it might just be the king of all food experiments. Brace yourself: litchi gravy momos. Yes, you read that right. In a now-viral video, a street food vendor in Delhi is seen making a plate of fried momos that look golden, crisp, and, quite honestly, delicious. So far, so good. Then comes the twist. The vendor pulls out a hot pan and begins preparing a rich, creamy gravy. You expect something spicy, maybe with onions, tomatoes, and garlic? Yes, but that's not all. The vendor soon reaches for a bottle of litchi-flavoured Fresca (a soft drink) and pours it right into the gravy. And just when your brain is still processing that, he tosses in actual litchi chunks. The sweet, syrupy fruit floating in savoury sauce is enough to leave even the most adventurous foodies confused. He lets the mixture simmer, giving it a quick mix before pouring the fruity, fragrant gravy generously over the crispy momos. The plate is then handed to a food vlogger, who appears just as baffled as we are. Also Read: Watch the full video: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kartik_bagh???????????? (@bhukkad_bagh) The comments section exploded with reactions. One user simply asked, "Why would anyone do this to momos?" while another declared, "This is a crime against street food." Someone added, "Fresca in gravy? I need therapy after this." A momo fan lamented, "Delhi needs a momo intervention." Others couldn't help but turn to humour. "Even aliens wouldn't eat this," wrote one, and another said, "My brain short-circuited just watching this." Another user added, "This is not fusion; this is betrayal." And then there was that one brave voice: "I'd try it... once, for science." Also Read: What Is Australian Barbie? Spoiler Alert: It Is Not What You Think Whether you're intrigued or horrified, you have to admit that this dish has certainly caught everyone's attention. Would you like to try it yourself? Tell us in the comments below!
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Lyndon B. Johnson Loved This Drink So Much That He Had A Delivery Button On His Desk For It
It's safe to say that being the President of the United States comes with some pretty cool perks. Sure, you have the weight of the entire world resting on your shoulders, and the fact that four or eight years in the office ages you like you took the wrong grail in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." But you get to sleep in the same bed as Abraham Lincoln, you have your own bowling alley, and you can get a special little button for your desk that will get you any drink you want. Most recently, Donald Trump made use of this privilege to get an endless stream of Diet Coke, but Lyndon B. Johnson used his button to fetch a different Coca-Cola product: Fresca, a grapefruit-flavored soda you may know from its frequent appearances on "The Boys." It is, admittedly, weird to imagine Lyndon B. Johnson liking Fresca. He was a tall, tough-as-shoe-leather senator from Texas, with a penchant for bullying his colleagues into toeing the party line and an absolutely filthy mouth. He did not seem like the sort of person who would happily imbibe a fruity little soda. And yet, along with a button for summoning coffee, the Resolute desk during the Johnson administration had a button for Fresca, which Johnson usually savored with chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes. Bear in mind that Fresca only debuted in 1967, near the end of Johnson's presidency, and in that relatively short period of time, he managed to acquire a taste for the soda strong enough to give it its own dedicated button. Read more: Things You Should Never Say When Ordering A Drink At A Bar, According To Bartending Experts Fresca was far from Lyndon B. Johnson's only vice — in fact, it ranks among his most harmless indulgences. In addition to other soft drinks (he had a particular fondness for root beer), his favorite cocktail was a scotch and soda made with Cutty Sark scotch. Although he would reportedly ask for his drink to be made weaker than the drink of whichever senator he was meeting with in order to take advantage of any alcohol-induced weakness (classic LBJ), there was no question that he liked the strong stuff. When he was at his ranch in Texas, he would drive around the property drinking from a Styrofoam cup, only occasionally extending his arm out the window so a Secret Service agent could refill it with scotch. Upon urging from his wife, Claudia "Lady Bird" Johnson, he eased off the liquor (and smoking) somewhat, after dealing with heart and gallbladder issues. (In this respect, he was not unlike Bill Clinton, another Democratic president from the South who set aside his beloved Egg McMuffins and got healthier after a heart scare.) Fresca was a way to both satisfy his desire for a cold drink and to keep his itch for nicotine at bay. And, in fairness, we bet it would taste great along with some barbecue, which Johnson enjoyed serving to foreign dignitaries. For more food and drink goodness, join The Takeout's newsletter. Get taste tests, food & drink news, deals from your favorite chains, recipes, cooking tips, and more! Read the original article on The Takeout.
Business Upturn
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
El Pollo Loco Introduces New Fresca Salads and Wraps
By GlobeNewswire Published on May 15, 2025, 18:01 IST Portable, craveable items give consumers a whole new reason to say 'Let's Get Loco™ ' COSTA MESA, Calif., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — El Pollo Loco , the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant, is asking customers: Do you want your made-to-order salad wrapped or unwrapped? The brand is proud to unveil two limited time options for guests looking to experience flavorful meals made from quality ingredients made to be enjoyed on-the-go with its new Fresca Salads and Wraps. The Fresca Salads and Wraps feature two distinct (and uniquely craveable) flavor profiles, available as a freshly made traditional salad in a bowl or wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla for a convenient, on-the-go meal: CITRUS AVOCADO FRESCA SALAD : Super greens blend with spinach and crisp lettuce topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, hand-sliced avocados, crumbled cotija cheese, shredded red cabbage and carrots, and freshly prepared salsa fresca. Served with a new signature citrus vinaigrette made with a squeeze of lime, lemon, and orange. : Super greens blend with spinach and crisp lettuce topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, hand-sliced avocados, crumbled cotija cheese, shredded red cabbage and carrots, and freshly prepared salsa fresca. Served with a new signature citrus vinaigrette made with a squeeze of lime, lemon, and orange. MEXICAN COBB FRESCA SALAD : Super greens blend with spinach and crisp lettuce topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, hand-sliced avocados, bacon, roasted corn and red peppers, and crumbled cotija cheese. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. : Super greens blend with spinach and crisp lettuce topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, hand-sliced avocados, bacon, roasted corn and red peppers, and crumbled cotija cheese. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. CITRUS AVOCADO FRESCA WRAP : A whole wheat tortilla filled with a generous portion of citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, crisp super greens blend with spinach, shredded red cabbage and carrots, crumbled cotija cheese, hand-sliced avocados, freshly-prepared salsa fresca and new signature citrus vinaigrette made with a squeeze of lime, lemon, and orange, all wrapped up for on-the-go convenience. : A whole wheat tortilla filled with a generous portion of citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, crisp super greens blend with spinach, shredded red cabbage and carrots, crumbled cotija cheese, hand-sliced avocados, freshly-prepared salsa fresca and new signature citrus vinaigrette made with a squeeze of lime, lemon, and orange, all wrapped up for on-the-go convenience. MEXICAN COBB FRESCA WRAP: A whole wheat tortilla filled with a generous portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast, crisp super greens blend with spinach, bacon, roasted corn and red peppers, crumbled cotija cheese, hand-sliced avocados and creamy cilantro dressing, all wrapped up for on-the-go convenience. 'Fresca Salads and Wraps highlight the true versatility of our delicious fire-grilled chicken,' said Jill Adams, El Pollo Loco CMO. 'Whether you want to eat your salad in a bowl or as a wrap, our Fresca products deliver on quality and portability – not to mention lots of craveability with our iconic Creamy Cilantro or our new Citrus Vinaigrette dressings.' Prices for a la carte Fresca Salads and Wraps range from $9.00 – $12.00. Price and participation may vary by location. The Citrus Vinaigrette dressing will be a new permanent item, remaining on the menu beyond the limited time offering of the Fresca Salads and Wraps. These new items not only showcase menu and flavor innovation but will also be the first products featured in an ad spot reflecting the recent brand refresh. The :15 ad spot includes close-up shots of the Fresca Salads and Wraps with bright colors and bold angles giving the brand a more modern and energetic tone than has been reflected in previous ad campaigns. For more information or to find the nearest restaurant location, visit . To stay updated on the latest deals and offerings, download the Loco Rewards app and follow @elpolloloco on social media. About El Pollo Loco El Pollo Loco (Nasdaq: LOCO) is the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant known for its craveable, flavorful, and better-for-you offerings. Recently voted as the #1 'Best Restaurant for Quick, Healthy Food' in USA TODAY's 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards , our menu features innovative meals with Mexican flavors made daily in our restaurants using quality ingredients. At El Pollo Loco , inclusivity is at the heart of our culture. Our community of over 4,000 employees reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone has a seat at our table. Since 1980, El Pollo Loco has successfully expanded its presence, operating more than 495 company-owned and franchised restaurants across seven U.S. states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, Texas, Utah, and Louisiana. The company has also extended its footprint internationally, with licensed restaurant locations in the Philippines. For more information or to place an order , visit the Loco Rewards app or . Follow us on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , or X . CONTACT: DeVries Global [email protected] A photo accompanying this announcement is available at Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. 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