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Athenos has partnered with chilli-lime seasoning brand Tajín to launch a new product: Athenos Tajín Feta Cheese.

The feta is blended with Tajín’s signature mix of chilli peppers, lime and sea salt, offering a spicy twist on the classic cheese.

The product has been in development for two years and is now available in time for Cinco de Mayo. Designed for convenience, it can be used to quickly add bold flavour to tacos, salads and other everyday meals.

Haydee Fernandez, director of alliances at Tajín USA International, said: "At Tajín, we're always looking for exciting ways to bring our bold, signature flavour to new audiences and their culinary experiences. Partnering with Athenos to create a first-of-its-kind Tajín Feta Cheese is a perfect example of how two brands can come together to deliver something truly special and a new way to add a vibrant, effortless twist to any meal from tacos to your favorites salads."

Amie Wentz, director of brand management at Athenos, added: "Infused with Tajín's signature blend of chile peppers, lime and sea salt, this new feta from Athenos gives tacos an effortless upgrade. Whether you're sprinkling it over savoury beef tacos, adding zest to fish tacos or giving veggie tacos a bold twist, this product makes it easy to create vibrant, unforgettable meals at home."

Athenos Tajín Feta Cheese is currently available at US retailers.