Philadelphia Cream Cheese with Garlic and Herbs

Philadelphia cream cheese is one of the most recognized dairy brands globally, particularly known for its signature smooth texture. Originally invented by William Lawrence in New York in 1872 and subsequently marketed under the Philadelphia name by the Phenix Cheese Company, it was later merged with Kraft. This specific variant, featuring garlic and herbs, is a popular flavored version found in Northern European markets.

While the brand has its roots in the United States, production for the European market is distributed across several facilities. This specific packaging carries the German health mark 'DE NI 13040 EG', indicating it was manufactured in Germany. Ownership of the brand is currently split based on geography; in North America, it is owned by Kraft Heinz, but the international rights (including Europe) were part of the 2012 spin-off of Kraft Foods' snack and grocery business, which now operates as Mondelēz International.