Walko Food Company Expands Artisanal Dessert Portfolio with Acquisition of Meemee’s Ice-Creams

Walko Food Company, one of India’s fastest-growing premium ice cream and dessert brands, has acquired Meemee’s Ice Creams. 
They have announced the strategic acquisition of Meemee’s, marking its official entry into India’s fast-growing artisanal dessert market. This move further bolsters Walko’s portfolio of innovative, handcrafted offerings and strengthens its position in the premium dessert space.

Founded in Mumbai, Meemee’s has gained a strong following—particularly among young, urban consumers—with its quirky and high-quality creations like Toasties, Ice Cream Cakes, Roley’s, and Tubsters. The brand is celebrated for its playful personality, bold flavors, and experimental formats that bring a fresh perspective to indulgence.

Through this acquisition, Walko aims to expand its presence in urban markets and accelerate growth in Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) channels in the initial phase of integration.

Established in 2012 by Jeetendra Bhandari, Sanjiv Shah, and Raj Bhandari, Walko Food Company has built a diverse portfolio of beloved brands including NIC, GrameenKulfi, Café Chokolade, Mimo, and Cream Pot, offering everything from premium ice creams and kulfis to frozen desserts and thick shakes. The addition of Meemee’s is expected to fuel Walko’s momentum in crafting unique dessert experiences for India’s next-gen consumers.

Raj Bhandari, Director of Walko Food Company, commented, “This acquisition is a strategic step towards dessert consumption. As consumer preferences shift toward authenticity and experiential indulgence, Meemee’s youthful energy and innovation-first approach align seamlessly with our vision. With Walko’s pan-India presence, digital-first distribution model and R&D strength, we’re confidentto offer an unforgettable dessert experience for the consumers.”

Backed by robust infrastructure in over 100 cities, Walko is well-positioned to help Meemee’s tap into India’s ₹44,000 crore ($5.33 billion) ice cream market, which is projected to grow at a CAGR of ~11% through 2028. Walko’s flagship brands—including NIC Ice Creams, GrameenKulfi, and Mimo Ice Creams—are widely available through modern retail stores and digital platforms such as Swiggy, Zomato, Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, Blinkit, Amazon Fresh, Amazon Now, Big Basket Now, Flipkart Minutes, Jio Mart powered by its unique single-brand distribution network.

Meha Agarwal, Meemee’s Founder, added, “Partnering with Walko has been an important step for Meemee’s. Walko’s vision and distribution expertise allows us to focus on crafting innovative flavours while reaching freezers and hearts across India, delighting dessert lovers.’