Canadian company specializing in garlic breads, Furlani Foods, acquired Cole’s Quality Foods. This combination brings together two players in this product segment, to support the growth of both brands. The company will continue to operate as Furlani Foods with the current CEO, Jonathan Kawaja. The operations center will remain in Mississauga, Ontario. Following normal regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to close in Q1 2025.

Furlani’s product portfolio includes garlic Texas toast, loaves, rolls, breadsticks, bread knots, and related products. The company’s pre-acquisition network includes three facilities located in Mississauga, Ontario, and Oak Creek, Wisconsin. Their products are sold under the Furlani brand and as private label and food ervice brands.

Cole’s Quality Foods, founded in 1943, introduced products such as twisted and cheese-filled garlic breadsticks. Cole’s operates two production facilities located in Muskegon, Michigan, and North Liberty, Iowa. Its branded products are sold at leading US retailers under the Cole’s brand.

“We are proud to bring Cole’s, its brand, and its long history into the Furlani family,” said Jonathan Kawaja, CEO of Furlani Foods. “Combining these companies means we can bring our customers an expanded product line, greater capacity, and improved service. It supports our ability to grow, ensuring a bright future.”

A family company, Furlani Foods was founded in 1984.

Photo: garlic bread with peaches, feta and tomatoes. Credit: Furlani Foods