Startup CPG Newswire: Paradise®️ (Redefines Snacking with New Allergen-Free Snax Pax Launch Across the Midwest)

Startup CPG Newswire:
Paradise®️ Launches Allergen-Free Snax Pax Across the Midwest

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Emily D. Edwards for Paradise®️

SCHERERVILLE, IN (2025)Paradise®️, the woman-owned brand known for crafting nostalgic, joyful, and allergen-free plant-based snacks, proudly announces the official launch of its Paradise®️ Snax Pax in major Midwest retailers. The convenient on-the-go snack is now available at Strack & Van Til stores across Northwest Indiana, Pete’s Fresh Market locations throughout the Chicagoland area, and Buehler’s Fresh Foods stores in North Central Ohio.

Each Paradise®️ Snax Pax includes a 1.5 oz cup of the brand’s signature sweet plant-based protein spread paired with crunchy, grain-free pretzels. Packed with flavor and free from the top 8 allergens, including peanuts and gluten, Snax Pax is designed to meet the needs of busy families, active professionals, and anyone looking for a snack that delivers both joy and nourishment.

“We’re thrilled to partner with these trusted regional retailers to bring Paradise®️ to more families seeking safe, fun, and flavorful snacks,” said Emily D. Edwards, Founder and CEO of Paradise®️. “This milestone brings us closer to our mission: to nourish every human soul with sweet memories—one dip, one spread, and one community at a time.”

The retail expansion represents a significant growth step for Paradise®️ as the company continues to build its presence in the plant-based and allergen-friendly food space. With consumer demand rising for clean-label, convenient snacks, Paradise®️ Snax Pax fills a unique need at the intersection of health, safety, and indulgence.

Now Available at These Retailers:
•   Strack & Van Til – Locations across Northwest Indiana, including Valparaiso, Schererville, Highland, Crown Point, Munster, and more
•   Pete’s Fresh Market – Multiple locations throughout the Chicagoland area
•   Buehler’s Fresh Foods – Locations across North Central Ohio

For more information, visit www.spreadparadise.com or follow the brand on Instagram at @spreadparadise.

About Paradise®️

Paradise®️ is a woman-owned, Indiana-based food brand dedicated to creating nostalgic, sweet plant-based spreads and snacks free from the top 8 allergens. Founded by former therapist Emily D. Edwards, the brand was born from a desire to make food joyful, safe, and inclusive—especially for families managing food allergies and gut health challenges. Its signature 9 oz jars of plant-based protein spreads are the cornerstone of the brand, offering bold flavor without compromise. Paradise®️ has since expanded with Paradise®️ Snax Pax, an on-the-go snack pairing the spread with grain-free pretzels. Learn more at www.spreadparadise.com.

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