Woodland Gourmet Announces Acquisition of Sevillo Fine Foods

WAUKEGAN, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Woodland Gourmet, a leading provider of custom culinary solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Sevillo Fine Foods, a creator of chef-inspired, ready-to-eat frozen ingredients. This strategic move aims to enhance Woodland Gourmet's product portfolio and value-added capabilities, further solidifying its position in the food service, retail, and industrial markets.

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Sevillo Fine Foods provides innovative, flavor-forward culinary ingredients, including fire-grilled vegetables, slow-roasted tomatoes, pickled vegetables, spreads, and sauces. These products are designed to elevate recipes and reduce preparation time for chefs and consumers alike. Sevillo's strong culture of innovation and culinary expertise aligns well with Woodland Gourmet's commitment to delivering globally inspired, on-trend custom culinary solutions.

"We are thrilled to welcome Sevillo Fine Foods into the Woodland Gourmet family," said John Buckles, CEO of Woodland Gourmet. "Sevillo’s dedication to quality and innovation complements our vision to cultivate authentic, culinary-forward solutions and experiences for the food industry. This acquisition allows us to expand our offerings and better serve our diverse customer base."

The integration is anticipated to provide significant commercial and cross-selling opportunities, particularly within the strategic food service distribution channel. The combined capabilities of Woodland Gourmet and Sevillo will strengthen and scale the development of custom products and flavors that are tailored to customer’s needs.

"Joining forces with Woodland Gourmet is an exciting opportunity to expand our operations and bring our expertise and award-winning products to a broader audience," said Jeff Babikian, Owner of Sevillo Fine Foods. "Together, we seek to offer unique customer solutions enabled by a diverse portfolio, enhanced capabilities, and the same unwavering commitment to quality and flavor."

This acquisition follows Woodland Gourmet's purchase of Idan Foods in April 2024, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to growth and innovation in the specialty food industry.

About Woodland Gourmet

Since its foundation in 1989, Woodland Gourmet, formerly Woodland Foods, has been a trusted source of culinary inspiration, deeply rooted in global flavor knowledge and exploration of specialty and dry ingredients. With a passion for innovation, partnership with customers to craft custom solutions, responsible ingredient sourcing, and operational excellence, Woodland Gourmet cultivates lasting partnerships through collaborative efforts that cater to the diverse needs of their foodservice, industrial, and retail customers.

For more information, visit www.woodlandgourmet.com.

About Sevillo Fine Foods

Sevillo Fine Foods specializes in producing all-natural, ready-to-eat frozen products that save time and labor in the kitchen. With a focus on fire-roasted vegetables, slow-roasted tomatoes, and a variety of spreads and sauces, Sevillo is committed to elevating menus with value-added solutions that bring distinctive flavor, color, and freshness to any dish.

Learn more at www.sevillofinefoods.com.