Philadelphia Fantasie Jalapeño soft cheese

Philadelphia is a world-renowned brand of cream cheese that dates back to 1872 when it was developed by William Lawrence in Chester, New York. Despite its name, the product did not originate in Philadelphia; the name was chosen as a marketing strategy because Philadelphia was known at the time for its high-quality dairy production.

Today, the brand's ownership is split geographically. In Europe and other international markets, the brand is owned by Mondelez International. In North America (USA and Canada), it remains under the Kraft Heinz Company. The specific product shown, 'Philadelphia Fantasie Jalapeño', is part of the European product range. Production for the European market is primarily centralized in large dairy facilities in Germany, though it is distributed globally through various regional subsidiaries.