Philadelphia Cottage Cheese

Philadelphia is a globally recognized brand, primarily known for its flagship cream cheese products. While the brand carries the name of the American city, it was actually invented in New York State in 1872 by William Lawrence. The name was chosen as a marketing strategy because Philadelphia was renowned for high-quality dairy production at the time.

Today, the brand's ownership is split geographically. In Europe, the brand is owned and managed by Mondelez International. Manufacturing for the European market, including specialized products like high-protein cottage cheese, frequently takes place in Germany, which serves as a major dairy production hub for the region. In the United States and Canada, the brand remains under the ownership of the Kraft Heinz Company.