Our History

From our beginning as a traditional meat purveyor on the streets of Boston to our nationwide reach today, Home Market Foods has had a rich history of crafting awesome food. Take a look at some of our big milestones.   

1957
Beginning in Boston

A traditional family-owned meat purveyor opens on the cobblestone streets of downtown Boston.

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1957
Home Market Foods®
1996
Strategic Vision

Following its acquisition, Home Market Foods embarks on a new chapter focused on innovation and scalable growth. The company sets its sights on becoming a nationally recognized leader in food manufacturing.

1996
Cheeseburger RollerBites®
1997
The birth of RollerBites®

Cheeseburger RollerBites®—the first of its kind—appears on roller grills.

1997
Cooked Perfect® Meatballs
2000
The perfect start

The company launches its flagship meatball brand, Cooked Perfect®, in stores.

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2000
Chicken RollerBites®
2007
The beginning of a legend

Home Market Foods introduces Chicken RollerBites® with Buffalo Ranch—quickly becoming a fan favorite.

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2007
Cooked Perfect® Meatballs
2012
Big year for meatballs

Cooked Perfect® establishes itself as the #1 Meatball brand in the retail channel—a rank we still hold today.

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2012
Eisenberg Hot Dogs
2017
Strategic acquisition

Home Market Foods acquires Kelly Eisenberg expanding brands, channels and capacity.

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2017
2024
Manufacturing expansion

Home Market Foods invests in a second manufacturing facility in South Windsor, CT.

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2024
RollerBites Snackerz & SideKICKS
2026
ROLLERBITES GLOWUP

Home Market Foods adds to the RollerBites portfolio. SnackerZ and SideKICKS are introduced.

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2026