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Nicobi Foods

Nicobi Foods

Nicobi Foods

 
 

Nicobi Foods is a Black family-owned soul food company founded by Nicole and Obi Linton, based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The company sells a variety of spice blends and sauces, including "Soul Dust" and "Jerk Sauce," and has expanded from a home kitchen to over 2,500 stores nationwide. The business is also involved in community initiatives through its nonprofit arm, Nicobi Cares.  

 
    • Products:

      The company's products include spice blends like "Soul Dust" (available in spicy and mild), "Seafood Blend Mix," "Black-N-Bold Cajun Spice," and sweet options like "Cinnamon Roll Spice," as well as sauces such as "Jerk Sauce" and "Mumbo Sauce.

  • Founders: 

    Nicobi Foods was founded by Nicole and Obi Linton. 

     
  • Nicole Linton serves as the COO and focuses on operations and community engagement. 

     
     
  • Obi Linton is the CEO and is responsible for the business's growth and expansion. 

     
  • Mission and values: 

    The company's mission is to share food "Flavored by Love" and connect cultures through its products. 

     
  • Retail expansion: 

    Nicobi Foods has grown significantly and can be found in major retailers like Walmart, PriceRite, Food Lion, and Love's Travel Stops. 

     
  • Community involvement: 

    Through Nicobi Cares, the company provides food giveaways, mentorship, and business development assistance. 

     
  • Recognition: 

    Nicobi Foods was ranked #2 on RangeMe's Top 50 Emerging Brands of 2025