Big Pickle News in Indiana: Grillo’s Expands with a New Factory!
Crunching the Numbers
Get ready to pucker up, pickle fans! Grillo’s Pickles, that beloved name in fresh and zingy pickles, is stepping up to the plate with a $54 million investment in a new food manufacturing facility near Columbus, Indiana. This isn’t just any factory; it’s a whopping 155,000-square-foot pickle paradise designed to satisfy our insatiable cravings for those delightful cucumbers.
A Fresh Future
Irresistible Foods Group, the parent company of Grillo’s as well as the iconic King’s Hawaiian sweet bread, recently broke ground on this tantalizing project. In the coming months, they plan to hire up to 150 workers to help churn out pickles that are as fresh as they are flavorful. The factory is conveniently located beside a brand-new 300,000-square-foot King’s Hawaiian bakery, opening its doors soon. Talk about a sweet and sour dream pairing!
Supporting Local Flavors
This pickle plant isn’t just a big win for Grillo’s—it’s an economic boost for the south-central Indiana region. Local officials have pledged $3.7 million for essential infrastructure upgrades, ensuring that the flavors of Grillo’s reach even more hungry mouths. And with tax relief offerings aiming to save the company $1.2 million over ten years, it’s clear that the community is excited about this delicious venture.
The Secret Sauce
What makes Grillo’s Pickles stand out in the sea of briny options? These cucumbers are made using a century-old family recipe, promising no artificial preservatives—a true homage to tradition. Packed and shipped refrigerated, they tantalize the taste buds straight from the jar, keeping that fresh crunch that has people clamoring for more.
“For our new production site, it was important to us to find a central U.S. location with a skilled workforce and supportive business environment,” says Adam Kaufman, the company’s president. And Bartholomew County has turned out to be the perfect match!
Bigger Plans Ahead
The story doesn’t end here. With plans for further expansion, Grillo’s and King’s Hawaiian are laying their roots deep in Indiana’s fertile ground. The partnership with local governments and economic incentives has the potential to transform this region into one of the Midwest’s culinary hotspots.
Final Bites
Founded in 2008 from a humble pickle cart in Boston Common, Grillo’s has quickly grown into a pickle powerhouse, boasting $28 million in sales within the refrigerated pickle category. With their sights set on even greater heights, Indiana is now the new home base for this fan-favorite brand, promising we’ll be munching on their delicious pickles—and possibly pairing them with King’s Hawaiian sweet bread—sooner than you think.
Stay tuned for the grand opening of this pickle paradise, and gear up to make your next sandwich a whole lot crunchier! 🍔🥒
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