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Arlington, WA

Expanding distribution and improving operations for Salvadoran frozen food brand.

• Award Recognition: Won the 2025 Expo West Pitch Slam Audience Choice Award and was a finalist in multiple food competitions.
• Product Range: Offers a variety of pupusas with fillings like Beans & Cheese and Loroco & Cheese.
• Sustainability: Manufacturing facility powered 80% by renewable energy.
• Distribution Expansion: Preparing to launch in Whole Foods Market and expand presence in other retailers.
• Cultural Impact: Aims to make Salvadoran food as accessible as pizza or tacos in American households.

Xinca Foods is the first Salvadoran frozen food brand in the U.S., bringing authentic flavors to the frozen aisle with pupusas made from corn masa and filled with ingredients such as Beans & Cheese, Loroco & Cheese, Zucchini & Cheese, and Chicken & Cheese. The company aims to make Salvadoran cuisine accessible while preserving cultural heritage through food.

The funds raised will be used to purchase essential processing equipment and refinance existing high-interest debt, which will strengthen the company’s operations and improve financial stability. Xinca Foods plans to expand its distribution network to meet the growing demand for Salvadoran cuisine, with upcoming launches in Whole Foods Market and other regional and national retailers.

Company Info

Xinca Foods offers authentic Salvadoran frozen foods, focusing on cultural preservation and community support.

Xinca Foods is the first Salvadoran frozen food brand in the United States, founded by a Latina entrepreneur. The company specializes in bringing authentic Salvadoran flavors to the frozen food aisle with its range of pupusas, which are made from corn masa and filled with ingredients such as Beans & Cheese, Loroco & Cheese, Zucchini & Cheese, and Chicken & Cheese. Xinca Foods aims to make Salvadoran cuisine more accessible while preserving cultural heritage and supporting the community through its offerings.

Based in Arlington, Washington, Xinca Foods operates a manufacturing facility powered 80% by renewable energy. The company has gained national recognition through awards and has secured distribution with retailers like Raley’s, PCC, and Central Market. Xinca Foods is preparing for a launch in Whole Foods Market and plans to expand its product line to include a variety of Salvadoran-inspired frozen foods, maintaining a focus on sustainability and cultural authenticity.