Zahav Foods Expanded Hummus Lineup Nationwide
The brand has increased its retail footprint to 185 Whole Foods Market stores across 20 states.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Organic Food
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Zahav Foods has expanded its retail reach, now stocking its 10-ounce hummus products in 185 Whole Foods Market stores nationwide. The brand also debuted new Hummus Matbucha and Hummus Harissa varieties to accompany its original products.
Why it matters
This distribution growth reflects the brand's rising popularity as it secures more shelf space in major grocery chains across the country. The expansion follows the brand's rapid climb to the sixth position among 129 national hummus competitors.
The new 10-ounce hummus varieties retail for $7.99 at Whole Foods and are non-GMO, gluten-free, and kosher. The base recipe consists of tehina, chickpeas, lemon juice, salt, cumin, and garlic topped with peppers, tomatoes, onions, and spices.
The players
Michael Solomonov
He is a co-founder of Zahav Foods who helped launch the company in 2024.
Steven Cook
He is a co-founder of Zahav Foods and partner in the development of the brand.
The details
In addition to the Whole Foods expansion, the brand has increased its presence in regional chains including Giant, Harris Teeter, Bristol Farms, Barons Market, and McCaffrey's Markets. Giant now stocks the products in 51 locations, while Harris Teeter carries the line in 217 stores.
Timeline
January 2024: Zahav Foods debuted its original hummus at Whole Foods.
September 2024: Distribution expanded to nationwide Whole Foods stores.
November 2025: Harris Teeter began carrying Zahav Hummus.
Culture Shift
Zahav Foods' expansion mirrors a broader shift toward artisanal, globally inspired dips entering the mainstream grocery market. This trend reflects changing consumer preferences for high-quality, specialty-labeled food items that were previously confined to boutique retail environments.
Shoppers can now find the brand in a wider range of regional grocery stores, increasing local availability for those seeking non-GMO and kosher hummus options. This expansion likely makes the $7.99 product more accessible for routine weekly grocery trips.
The takeaway
Zahav Foods is rapidly gaining shelf space in the competitive hummus market by leveraging a mix of high-quality ingredients and expanded regional distribution. Consumers interested in these varieties can check their local Whole Foods, Giant, or Harris Teeter inventory for availability.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by MyChesCo.
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