Stockholm-based Stockeld Dreamery has announced a partnership with PLNT Burger, a plant-based burger chain with 13 locations across New York City, Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., Virginia, and Maryland. The collaboration introduces Stockeld’s Cultured Cheddar as the flagship cheese for PLNT Burger’s menu, a deal that has been in development for 18 months.
“Most of the PLNT locations are inside Whole Foods markets, exactly where we want to be as we launch soon in retail”
The partnership has been facilitated through Stockeld’s distribution arrangement with Sysco. The move is part of Stockeld Dreamery’s ongoing efforts to establish a stronger presence in the US foodservice sector, particularly in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
In a LinkedIn post, Sorosh Tavakoli, CEO of Stockeld Dreamery, outlined three key reasons for the collaboration. These include the alignment of both companies’ regional focus, shared emphasis on high-quality food, and PLNT Burger’s recent profitability and growth. “Most of the PLNT locations are inside Whole Foods markets, exactly where we want to be as we launch soon in retail,” Tavakoli stated.
Chris Treloar, CEO of PLNT Burger, commented, “This product is second to none! After trying it once, I have become obsessed and now use it on everything I cook at home,” adding that the company is eager to share Stockeld’s product with its customers.
Expanding foodservice presence
This partnership marks another step in Stockeld Dreamery’s ongoing expansion into the foodservice industry. Last week, the company’s Cultured Cheddar was added to the menu at Moonburger, a plant-based fast-food chain with four locations in New York City and upstate New York.
In 2024, Stockeld launched its new cultured cheddar slices, gaining traction through collaborations with brands such as Mr. Charlie’s and Plantega during the summer. The product also received visibility at the Met Gala, where it was featured on the afterparty menu.
Tavakoli continued, “With so many vegan businesses closing, PLNT has been putting in the discipline in the last few years to rationalize their business and are now profitable and growing!”
