Mama's Creations: A Deli Revolution in Full Swing
Mama's Creations, a leading deli-prepared foods company, has just reported its most transformative year yet. Fiscal 2026 saw the company's revenue soar by 39% to $171.7 million, with adjusted EBITDA expanding over 50% to $15.4 million.
According to Chairman and CEO Adam L. Michaels, Mama's Creations' growth is not just about numbers; it's about building a strong foundation, assembling a talented team, and establishing a strategic position in the market. "This organization entered fiscal 2026 as a high-growth, deli-prepared foods company with ambition," Michaels said. "We exit fiscal 2026 as a scaled platform with the capabilities, capital, and conviction to become the leading one-stop-shop deli solution in the country."
One of the key drivers behind Mama's Creations' success is the shifting consumer trend towards deli-prepared foods. Fresh format grocers have seen significant growth in foot traffic, with double-digit year-over-year increases in 2025. Grocery stores are also capturing a growing share of short midday visits from quick-service restaurants as consumers opt for more cost-conscious and healthier options.
Meat sales have hit a record high of $112 billion in 2025, with 77% of shoppers agreeing that meat and poultry are part of a healthy diet. Mama's Creations continues to capitalize on this trend with its product portfolio and now has the platform to capture far more than its fair share.
The company's fundamental 4C strategy remains unchanged: Cost, which is being driven down through improvements at Bay Shore integration; Conversion, where Crown 1's Bay Shore facility has exceeded expectations in terms of gross margins; Cash, with procurement and logistics centralized; and Capacity, as production has been rebalanced across all three facilities to optimize capacity and reduce overtime.
Bay Shore's gross margin has improved meaningfully since the acquisition, and Mama's Creations remains on track to bring that facility in line with its mid- to high-20s gross margin corporate target. Michaels noted that "the team at Bay Shore has embraced the Mama's culture," while also highlighting how Mama's has learned from the Bay Shore team.
Mama's Creations' success is a testament to the company's ability to stay ahead of industry trends and adapt to changing consumer preferences. As the deli-prepared space continues to grow, Mama's Creations is well-positioned to capture its fair share and potentially become the leading one-stop-shop deli solution in the country.
