AURI and Philia Foods
Idea to reality:
Mike Rakes took a family recipe from an entrepreneurship project to a commercial reality.
AURI’s role:
Food scientist Donna O’Connor provided nutrition facts labeling, product stability review, technical consulting and a list of copackers for the feta-based products.
Outcomes:
Philia Foods feta spreads are now in more than 70 Minnesota outlets, creating another market for locally-produced cheese. More information can be found at philiafoods.com.
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