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ABOUT US

Authentico Foods, Inc. is a food manufacturer located in Chicago, focused on authentic, all-natural Mexican food products. The company was formed through the merger of two prominent and long-standing brands, La Guadalupana and El Ranchero.

La Guadalupana has
been selling its products since 1945 and is known for its high quality masa (corn dough used to make tamales and tortillas), tamales, and other Mexican food products. El Ranchero has been selling its products since 1970 and is a leading provider of authentic tortilla chips and tostadas. 


Leveraging the strength and tradition of El Ranchero and La Guadalupana, and bringing
innovative, new products to the market, Authentico aims to become the market leader in its category of products. Explore all our flavors and make Authentico Foods Brands part of your
family tradition today!

IN THE NEWS

Facebook Live from Tony’s Fresh Market In this Facebook Live, Alejandro Castro, President

In this Facebook Live, Alejandro Castro, President of Authentico Foods, is interviewed and makes a demonstration on preparing delicious tostadas. El Ranchero has become the fastest growing producer of tortilla chips and tostadas in Chicago and surrounding markets. It recently launched a new line of Chipotle and Restaurant Style tortilla chips.

La Guadalupana on ABC-TV’s “Chicago Made” news segment

La Guadalupana was featured on ABC-TV’s news segment, “Chicago Made”. La Guadalupana is a third-generation, family-owned Chicago-based food company that produces masa for tamales and tortillas, tamales and other Mexican food products. You can find La Guadalupana’s products at stores across Northern Illinois, including Walmart, Jewel and Mariano’s.

La Guadalupana On UNIVISION CHICAGO

Recently, La Guadalupana had the distinct honor of being featured on Univision Chicago’s news. It showcased the history and the very essence of La Guadalupana’s high quality and delicious products. The feature included an interview and a tamale cooking demonstration with Alejandro Castro, President of Authentico foods, and his family.

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