Epik Foods Acquires 1762

In a strategic move to reinforce its presence in the Middle East’s evolving food and beverage landscape, Epik Foods has acquired 1762, the renowned gourmet deli previously under Yolk Brands. This acquisition marks a key milestone in Epik Foods’ expansion journey, adding a premium brand to its growing portfolio and setting the stage for further regional growth. With over 60 brands and 50 locations across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, Epik Foods is growing phenomenally in the region with new success stories.

The deal follows Epik Foods’ successful $15.5 million private capital funding round, secured through Ruya Private Capital I, LP, a fund managed by Ruya Partners. This funding has provided financial backing for the group to scale its operations, enhance brand offerings, and pursue new market opportunities.

Preserving 1762’s Legacy While Driving Growth

1762 has established itself as a trusted name in gourmet dining, catering to both corporate and private clients across Dubai’s key business districts. Known for its high-quality food and premium catering services, the brand has built a loyal customer base and a strong reputation for excellence. Epik Foods has confirmed that 1762 will retain its existing branding, ensuring continuity for customers while benefiting from Epik’s operational expertise and strategic resources. The integration will focus on streamlining logistics, enhancing efficiencies, and maintaining the brand’s renowned quality standards.

Khaled Fadly, CEO and Co-founder of Epik Foods emphasised the alignment between the two brands, “1762 is a brand with a rich legacy and enormous potential, recognised for its deep connection with customers and lasting impact in the F&B landscape. Its strong reputation for quality food, exceptional service, and a gourmet deli dining experience makes it a perfect addition to our portfolio. By acquiring 1762, we can expand our reach in gourmet dining and catering sectors, diversify our offerings, and fuel the brand’s potential to enter new markets, starting with Saudi Arabia and extending across the wider region. We’re excited to build on the success of 1762 and leverage our operational expertise to streamline efficiencies and improve the overall experience.”

A Shared Vision for Expansion

For Yolk Brands, this acquisition represents a natural evolution for 1762, with the brand now positioned for regional scalability under Epik Foods’ leadership. Steve Flawith, CEO and Founder of Yolk Brands highlighted the significance of this transition, stating, “The acquisition of 1762 is a testament to the brand’s strength and the loyal following we built over the years. The team at Epik Foods have the vision and expertise to expand 1762 into new markets while preserving the core identity and values we’ve worked hard to establish. I believe that the true centre of any brand lies in its people, and I’m confident that Khaled and Ranya are the right leaders to take this one to even greater heights. I’m excited to see how this transition will unlock new growth opportunities, and I look forward to watching 1762 continue to thrive under their leadership.”