Barilla Buys Israeli Actress Gal Gadot's Macaroni Brand Goodles
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Italian pasta manufacturer Barilla is acquiring the U.S. macaroni and cheese brand Goodles, co-founded by Israeli actress Gal Gadot. Goodles will continue to operate independently after the deal, pending regulatory approval.
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- Barilla is acquiring the U.S. macaroni and cheese brand Goodles.
- Israeli actress Gal Gadot co-founded Goodles in 2020.
- Goodles was created as a healthier alternative to traditional mac and cheese.
- The brand will continue to operate independently post-acquisition.
- Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Italian pasta giant Barilla has announced its acquisition of the American macaroni and cheese brand Goodles, co-founded by Israeli actress Gal Gadot. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, and it remains unclear whether Gadot will continue her involvement with the brand following the acquisition.
Gadot, along with her husband Yaron Varsano, launched Goodles in October 2020, aiming to offer a healthier alternative to traditional macaroni and cheese products in the U.S. market. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval.
Upon completion, Goodles will continue to operate as an independent brand, maintaining its headquarters in Santa Cruz, California. The company's CEO and co-founder, Jen Zessin, will remain in her role, leading a team of 73 employees.
Guido Barilla, Chairman of the Barilla Group, expressed the company's long-standing interest in Goodles, citing admiration for the brand's strength, product quality, and growth trajectory.
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