NADAS Empanadas

NADAS Empanadas is a Colombian food company specializing in totally gluten-free rainbow empanadas made with white corn and natural extracts. Founded by Olga Santos who arrived from Colombia in 1999, the company evolved from her restaurant Aqui Es Santa Fe which opened in 2008. In 2020, her son Carlos took the leap to create NADAS, focusing on their unique empanadas with colorful natural dyes ranging from vegetables to flowers. The company offers a diverse range of flavors including meaty, cheesy, and vegan options to cater to different dietary preferences. NADAS operates retail locations in Manhattan's West Village (185 Greenwich St, open Fridays 11am-5pm) and Harrison, NY in Westchester County (64 Halstead Ave). They serve the consumer packaged goods industry through direct-to-consumer shipping nationwide, pop-up events, farmers markets, and wholesale distribution. The company has gained recognition from major media outlets including The New York Times and has partnerships with Target through their accelerator program. NADAS also has presence at major venues including stadiums, demonstrating their scalability in the food service sector. Their mission focuses on bringing original Colombian flavors using fresh ingredients and generational recipes with colorful and refreshing twists. The company emphasizes their gluten-free, soy-free, and nut-free options while maintaining authentic Colombian taste profiles. They actively engage with customers through social media platforms including Instagram (@nadasnyc) and TikTok, building a strong community around their brand. NADAS represents the growing Hispanic food market segment, combining traditional Colombian cuisine with modern dietary needs and innovative presentation through their signature rainbow coloring system.