Yoli Tortilleria Acquires Iconic Art’s Molino & Market
The local tortilla producer is taking over the 65-year-old brand to expand its reach in retail stores.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Food and Drink
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Yoli Tortilleria has officially acquired Art’s Molino & Market in a move intended to bring the historic 65-year-old brand to a new generation. The acquisition aims to increase the availability of Art’s products in retail locations.
Why it matters
This acquisition allows Yoli Tortilleria to scale the distribution of Art’s products, which are already carried by Whole Foods across the Midwest and Mountain West. The move seeks to preserve the legacy of the longtime brand while modernizing its market reach.
The 65-year-old Art’s Molino & Market brand currently maintains a retail footprint in Whole Foods stores across the Midwest and Mountain West states. The transition aims to expand this presence through Yoli Tortilleria’s distribution network.
The players
Yoli Tortilleria
This is a Kansas City-based food company known for producing artisanal tortillas and hosting community-focused culinary events.
Art's Molino & Market
Founded in Kansas City, Kansas, this historic brand has specialized in traditional corn products for over six decades.
Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Reconciliation
This organization works to support immigrant communities through advocacy, legal assistance, and social justice initiatives.
The details
Beyond the business acquisition, Yoli Tortilleria recently hosted a sold-out anti-ICE supper club dinner at its test kitchen site in Kansas City. The event brought together 140 guests to raise funds for the Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Reconciliation.
Timeline
October 2026: Yoli Tortilleria hosted an anti-ICE supper club event.
Industry Dynamics
This acquisition follows the documented trend of regional artisan producers acquiring heritage food brands to scale their distribution. By integrating these historic labels, smaller companies can leverage existing retail partnerships to compete with larger commercial brands.
Shoppers can expect to see an expanded selection of Art’s Molino & Market products as the new owners increase distribution to more retail stores. Customers should also watch for new product releases from Yoli Tortilleria as the company continues its expansion.
The takeaway
The merger represents a significant shift for the Kansas City food scene by pairing a historic brand with a modern, community-engaged producer. Readers can look forward to greater retail availability of traditional staples while supporting a company active in local social advocacy.
Further reading
For more on the changing local culinary landscape, visit the Kansas City Food and Drink section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Kansas City Star.
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