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Hello fresh Launches The Pets Table at Walmart

Published March 25, 2025

The Pets Table, the healthy pet food brand by HelloFresh, has announced its launch at Walmart. The Pets Table’s high quality and minimally processed air-dried recipes will be available both in-store across 201 U.S. locations and on Walmart.com. This marks the first in-store retail distribution for the pet food brand.

Developed with vets and vet nutritionists, The Pets Table’s popular air-dried dog food is made with real ingredients, without any fillers, colors or flavors, and gently cooked at a low heat allowing for outstanding nutrition and flavor. Customers can purchase Chicken & Sweet Potato and Salmon & Whitefish with Pumpkin dog food recipes in select stores. In addition to those options, Beef & Berries and Lamb & Beef With Brown Rice dog food recipes are available online.

“By launching at Walmart, we are taking a significant step to expand our accessibility and presence where our beloved pet parents shop,” said Laurent Guillemain, Co-Founder and CEO of The Pets Table. “Through Walmart’s convenient and seamless shopping experience in-stores and online, we look forward to introducing our affordable healthy products to help pet parents find the best quality products for their pups.”

The Pets Table delivers human grade fresh recipes, delivered frozen, as well as air-dried recipes. Customized subscription plans are available through the website, specially tailored to meet the unique caloric needs of each dog. The recipes are developed with expertise from a Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist and designed to meet the nutritional needs of dogs at all life stages.

Since launching in June 2023, The Pets Table has seen rapid growth delivering over 10 million meals to pups nationwide with 85% of customers saying that their dogs prefer The Pets Table to their old food. In 2024, the pet food brand expanded its distribution to Chewy.com.

To shop The Pets Table at Walmart, click here and to learn more about The Pets Table, visit www.thepetstable.com.

The Pets Table is a personalized pet food service designed to keep pets healthy and happy—made with real ingredients that humans love. Launched in 2023, the Company prioritizes high-quality, minimally-processed meal options delivered directly to customers’ doors. For more information, visit www.thepetstable.com.

The HelloFresh Group is a global food solutions group and the world’s leading meal kit provider. The HelloFresh Group consists of eight brands that provide customers with high quality food and recipes for different meal occasions including HelloFresh, Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chefs Plate, Factor, Youfoodz, The Pets Table and Good Chop. The Company was founded in Berlin in November 2011 and operates in the USA, the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Australia, Austria, Switzerland, Canada, New Zealand, Sweden, France, Denmark, Norway, Italy, Ireland and Spain. In Q1 2024 HelloFresh Group delivered over 272 million meals globally. HelloFresh SE went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in November 2017 and is currently traded on the MDAX (Mid-Cap German Stock Market Index). For more information, visit www.hellofreshgroup.com.

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Red Arts Capital Acquires Freshway Foods

Published March 24, 2025

Red Arts Capital, a leading investment firm specializing in supply chain-related and logistics businesses, announced its acquisition of Freshway Foods. Freshway is a trusted supplier of fresh-cut processing, repacking, transportation and logistics services, operating in the Eastern United States. With experience and expertise in the food and beverage industries, Red Arts will offer Freshway strategic, financial and organizational support and ultimately enhance the company’s ability to serve its customer base.

“Freshway has an incredible history, with origins dating back to 1895. Given Red Arts’ focus on family-owned businesses, we were drawn to the company’s compelling story, as well as their unique place in the market,” said Nick Antoine, co-founder, co-CEO and managing partner at Red Arts. “With existing synergies between Freshway’s operating procedures and Red Arts’ experience across the food industry, it made immediate sense for us to join forces and support their growth journey.”

Freshway will continue to be led by Devon Beer, the company’s current president. Devon has been with Freshway since 2000, holding key positions throughout his tenure, including Chief Financial Officer. Under his guidance, Freshway has experienced significant growth and established a prominent presence within the industry.

“I’m excited to work with Red Arts, who are well-known and respected across the industry,” said Beer. “Together, along with the incredible team that we have spent years building internally, I know that we will continue to lead the industry in innovation and service.”

Red Arts acquired Freshway from food supplier and distributor US Foods.

“We are grateful to the US Foods team for their professionalism and collaboration throughout this process,” said Chris Hull, Principal at Red Arts. “Their support ensured a smooth transition, allowing us to focus on continuing Freshway’s legacy of exceptional service and operational excellence.”

For close to 40 years, Freshway Foods has been a leading fresh-cut processor delivering customized product solutions for retail and foodservice customers as well as cross-docking and repacking services. Committed to helping their customers realize operational savings, Freshway Foods is best known for their superior customer service, nimbleness, and solutions-oriented sales approach.

Based in Chicago, Red Arts Capital is a leading investment firm with over $300 million in assets under management, with a focus on supply chain-related and logistics businesses. Red Arts Capital seeks to partner with and invest in proven, successful businesses that are uniquely positioned in their market and led by superior management teams to execute the value creation strategy and generate strong shareholder returns. With sector expertise and a commitment to responsible stewardship and excellence, Red Arts Capital supports its portfolio companies through its operational playbook, world-class network of operating partners, advisory councils and supply chain expertise.

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Jinx Expands Premium Dog Food Offerings

Published March 24, 2025

Jinx, the premium dog food company committed to making high-quality nutrition accessible to all dogs, announced the official launch of a brand-new suite of main meal offerings. This expanded lineup includes Small Breed Kibble, Grass-Fed Lamb Kibble, Bone Broth Stews (wet dog food), Single-Serve Homemades Meal Toppers, and an innovative new product, Kibble Sauce—all designed to enhance your dog’s mealtime with whole nutrition and flavor. Jinx’s new products are now available at thinkjinx.com, Walmart, Chewy, Amazon, and other national retailers.

Jinx Small Breed Kibble is available in the brand’s best-selling Grain-Free Salmon recipe and features smaller kibble pieces tailored for small mouths. The new Grain-Free, Pasture-Raised Grass-Fed Lamb recipe is Jinx’s first poultry-free offering, ideal for dogs with allergies or sensitivities. Additionally, Jinx is introducing their new line of Bone Broth Stews, a wet canned food featuring premium, whole cuts of high-quality protein and vegetables in nutrient-rich, savory bone broth.

Expanding beyond traditional formats, Jinx is also launching Single-Serve Homemades Meal Toppers in three delicious recipes: Chicken, Beef & Chicken, and Salmon & Chicken. These protein-rich toppers are designed to add a nutrient-dense, flavorful boost to your dog’s bowl. Additionally, Jinx is unveiling an all-new, innovative product: Kibble Sauce—a flavor-boosting meal topper made with bone broth. Drizzle it over kibble for an extra burst of savory goodness, available in both Chicken and Beef flavors.

Jinx was founded on the belief that happier, healthier dogs start with better nutrition. The company offers a range of thoughtfully crafted recipes made with clean, wholesome ingredients.

“We are so excited to introduce these new products, each expertly formulated to deliver premium nutrition with exceptional ingredients while solving every potential pain point for dog parents. At our core, we are always designing products centered on the idea that your dog is a part of your family,” said Kyle Banahan, president of Jinx. “We love the idea of pet parents layering their dog’s bowl—starting with Jinx kibble as a base, adding our premium wet food or Homemades Meal Toppers, and finishing with Kibble Sauce. This collection was designed to work cohesively for the ultimate mealtime experience for your best friend.”

Pet parents can now shop Jinx’s full collection of kibble, wet food, treats, and meal toppers at thinkjinx.com and at retailers nationwide.

For more information on Jinx and its commitment to premium pet nutrition, visit www.thinkjinx.com.

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