Nestlé Professional Solutions has partnered with Golden Globe-nominated actress Sofía Vergara and her son, Manolo Gonzalez Vergara, to launch TOMA™ Empanadas. The new line brings bold, authentic Latin flavors to foodservice. It includes savory Beef Empanadas made with tomatoes, olives, onions, paprika, and chilis. There are also Chicken Empanadas featuring pulled dark meat chicken in a tomatillo, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic Salsa Verde.
These empanadas come frozen and ready to heat for easy preparation. They let operators serve authentic, chef-approved flavors while meeting growing demand for globally inspired grab-and-go foods. Orders are available now for nationwide distribution.
Nestlé just can’t stop dropping tasty innovations!
What’s cooking?
Nestlé Professional Solutions teamed up with TOMA™, the Latin culinary brand by Sofía Vergara and Manolo Gonzalez Vergara, to launch two new empanada varieties:
- Beef Empanadas: Savory beef with sweet tomatoes, kalamata olives, onions, paprika, and chilis.
- Chicken Empanadas: Pulled dark meat chicken in a tomatillo, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic Salsa Verde.
These frozen, ready-to-heat empanadas debuted at the National Restaurant Show and are now available for order nationwide.
Who’s bringing the flavor?
- Nestlé Professional Solutions: The trusted leader in chef-inspired foodservice solutions.
- Sofía Vergara & Manolo Gonzalez Vergara: Creators of TOMA™, delivering culturally authentic Latin flavors.
- The Everybody Eats Hospitality Group: Partnered in curating the empanada line for operators.
- Sam Nazarian: Founder of Everybody Eats, supporting the collaboration with culinary expertise.
When life gives you empanadas
These empanadas made their debut at the National Restaurant Show in early September 2025, generating buzz among foodservice operators. Orders are now open ahead of the official launch, giving operators the chance to bring trending Latin flavors to their menus in time for the busy fall season.
Whether for grab-and-go options or a chef-crafted snack menu, timing is perfect for operators to capture consumer interest.
Celebrities are bringing bold flavors to both food and drinks this season. Just as Sofía Vergara heads TOMA Empanadas, Sarah Michelle Gellar is fronting Campari’s Negroni Week campaign, showing how star power makes new taste experiences unmissable.
Why you’ll want a bite
Operators are increasingly looking for convenient, high-quality menu items that deliver bold, authentic flavors. The TOMA Empanadas offer a chef-approved solution that is easy to prepare: shipped frozen, they can be cooked from frozen or thawed in a TurboChef®, convection oven, or fryer.
By combining convenience with cultural authenticity, these empanadas help operators meet the rising demand for globally inspired grab-and-go foods. They also keep menus exciting while maintaining consistency and quality.
Industry buzz: Latin flavors take over!
- Consumer trends: 40% of diners are more likely to visit restaurants offering new, bold flavors (Technomic).
- Operator trends: 54% of foodservice operators plan to offer more portable snack options (Datassential).
- Launching TOMA Empanadas allows operators to capitalize on the growing Latin cuisine trend, attracting adventurous eaters while providing chef-quality products that are easy to integrate into limited-space kitchens.
Take a bite and join the flavor party!
TOMA Empanadas are more than just a tasty menu addition; they’re a way for operators to bring bold, authentic Latin flavors to their customers while keeping preparation simple and consistent.
Whether you’re updating your grab-and-go offerings or adding new items to your snack menu, these chef-approved empanadas make it simple to serve something delicious. They help you create a memorable experience for your customers with bold, authentic flavors. Curious to learn more or request samples? Visit our Source86 web page for all the details, or reach out to us directly. We’d love to help you bring these Latin-inspired flavors to your kitchen!
