The Federal Pretzel Baking Company of South Philadelphia was the first large-scale mass production soft pretzel manufacturer in Philadelphia. [1] [2]
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| Company type | Subsidiary J&J Snack Foods Corp (since 2001) |
|---|---|
| Industry | Commercial bakery |
| Founded | Family Owned (1922–2000) |
| Headquarters | Original location: 690 Federal Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Key people | Nacchio Family |
| Products | Pretzels |
| Revenue | N/A USD (2010) |
Number of employees | 30+ (2000) |
| Website | Federal Pretzel Baking Company |
The Federal Pretzel Baking Company began with the Nacchio family's small bakery, which they grew into a large-scale manufacturing business of soft pretzels, using a secret recipe. [3]
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