About Osem
Osem is one of Israel's largest and most iconic food manufacturers, with a heritage dating back to 1942. Now 100% owned by Nestlé Switzerland, Osem produces over 2,000 different products including the internationally beloved Bamba peanut snacks and the famous Israeli couscous (ptitim). The brand represents authentic Israeli cuisine and has become a beloved part of global kosher and Middle Eastern food culture. The company was formed in 1942 by merging three factories: Hadagan, Assisit, and Itrit. In 1953, Israel's first Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion personally requested that Osem create ptitim - a rice substitute that has since become Israel's national pasta and is known internationally as Israeli couscous or pearl couscous. In 1964, Osem created its most famous product: Bamba, the peanut butter-flavoured corn snack that has become Israel's best-selling snack. Osem's product range spans savoury snacks (Bamba, Bissli), pasta and couscous, soup croutons (shkedei marak), cooking and seasoning mixes, sauces, condiments, crackers, rice cakes, baked goods, and instant coffee. The company operates 10 production facilities in Israel and maintains strict kosher certification. Through Nestlé's global distribution, Osem products are now available worldwide, bringing Israeli flavours to international markets. For UK shoppers seeking authentic Israeli and Middle Eastern products, Osem offers quality and authenticity backed by over 80 years of heritage. Whether you're looking for Bamba snacks, pearl couscous for Mediterranean dishes, or authentic kosher seasonings, Osem delivers genuine Israeli taste to British kitchens.
