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==Breakfast==
==Breakfast==
===Kellogg's Pokémon Eggo Waffles===
===Pokémon Eggo Waffles===
[[Image:PokemonEggos.png|thumb|right|100px|Two boxes of the waffles]]
[[Image:PokemonEggos.png|thumb|right|100px|Two boxes of the waffles]]
'''Kellogg's Pokémon Eggo Waffles''' were Pokémon-themed {{wp|Eggo|Eggo waffles}} which were released in August 2000.<ref>[http://gameboy.ign.com/articles/080/080685p1.html Pika! Pika! Pika-chew! - GBA News at IGN] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> The Pokémon which were outlined on the actual Eggos are {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Togepi}}, {{p|Marill}}, {{p|Elekid}}, and {{p|Gengar}}. All of these Pokémon were also featured on the front of every box. Three {{wp|Universal Product Code|UPCs}} from boxes of this product along with $1.99USD shipping could be redeemed for a Pikachu Syrup Holder.
'''Pokémon Eggo Waffles''' were Pokémon-themed {{wp|Eggo|Eggo waffles}} which were released in August 2000<ref>[http://gameboy.ign.com/articles/080/080685p1.html Pika! Pika! Pika-chew! - GBA News at IGN] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> produced by {{wp|Kellogg's}}. The Pokémon which were outlined on the actual Eggos are {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Togepi}}, {{p|Marill}}, {{p|Elekid}}, and {{p|Gengar}}. All of these Pokémon were also featured on the front of every box. Three {{wp|Universal Product Code|UPCs}} from boxes of this product along with $1.99USD shipping could be redeemed for a Pikachu Syrup Holder.
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===Kellogg's Pokémon Pop-Tarts===
===Pokémon Pop-Tarts===
[[Image:PokemonPop-Tarts.png|thumb|100px|right|The box of Pop-Tarts]]
[[Image:PokemonPop-Tarts.png|thumb|100px|right|The box of Pop-Tarts]]
'''Kellogg's Pokémon Pop-Tarts''' were limited edition toaster pastries produced by {{wp|Kellogg's}} in the early 2000s sold under the {{wp|Pop-Tarts}} subsidiary. They came in boxes consisting of twelve pastries in a "wild cherry" flavor, topped with "Yellow {{p|Pikachu}} frosting," and sprinkles shaped in the form of Pikachu, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Poliwrath}}, and {{p|Chansey}}. The box included a figurine of one of the aforementioned Pokémon.
'''Pokémon Pop-Tarts''' were limited edition toaster pastries produced by {{wp|Kellogg's}} in the early 2000s sold under the {{wp|Pop-Tarts}} subsidiary. They came in boxes consisting of twelve pastries in a "wild cherry" flavor, topped with "Yellow {{p|Pikachu}} frosting," and sprinkles shaped in the form of Pikachu, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Poliwrath}}, and {{p|Chansey}}. The box included a figurine of one of the aforementioned Pokémon.
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===Kellogg's Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits===
===Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits===
{{main|Kellogg's Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits}}
{{main|Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits}}
'''Kellogg's Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits''' was a breakfast cereal released by {{wp|Kellogg}}'s in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.mrbreakfast.com/cereal_detail.asp?id=280 Pokémon Cereal - Mr Breakfast.com] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref> The cereal consisted of oat rings and marshmallow pieces in the shape of various Pokémon.
'''Kellogg's Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits''' was a breakfast cereal released by {{wp|Kellogg's}} in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.mrbreakfast.com/cereal_detail.asp?id=280 Pokémon Cereal - Mr Breakfast.com] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref> The cereal consisted of oat rings and marshmallow pieces in the shape of various Pokémon.
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==Condiments==
==Condiments==
===Heinz Pokémon Tomato Ketchup===
===Pokémon Jelly Jars===
[[Image:PokemonKetchup.png|thumb|right|125px|All five bottles with their promotional labels]]
'''Heinz Pokémon Tomato Ketchup''' was a special edition of {{wp|Heinz Tomato Ketchup}} distributed for two months in the United States beginning in mid-March of the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-61399088.html Press Release: Pour on the Pokemon with Heinz Ketchup; Watch for Limited-Edition Pokemon Heinz Ketchup Bottles This Spring. - PR Newswire | HighBeam Research: Online Press Releases] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref> The ketchup did not taste or look any different than normal, but the bottles had special labels on them featuring {{p|Charizard}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{p|Pikachu}}, or {{p|Squirtle}}. This label could be used as a $5 mail-in rebate for a VHS or DVD of ''[[M01|Pokémon: The First Movie]]''.<ref>[http://www.creativemag.com/onlweekly032000.html Creative Online Weekly, March 20, 2000] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref>
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===Welch's Pokémon Jelly Jars===
[[Image:PokemonJelly1.png|thumb|left|100px|The unique designs on the back of each jar]]
[[Image:PokemonJelly1.png|thumb|left|100px|The unique designs on the back of each jar]]
[[Image:PokemonJelly2.png|thumb|right|75px|The front of the Bulbasaur jar]]
[[Image:PokemonJelly2.png|thumb|right|75px|The front of the Bulbasaur jar]]
'''Welch's Pokémon Jelly Jars''' are collectible jars decorated with Pokémon characters to encase {{wp|Welch's}} grape jelly. Sold for the first time on April 1, 2000<ref>[http://www.welchs.com/about-welchs/news/welchs-celebrates-25th-jelly-jar-series-with-limited-edition-pokemon-set Welch's: Welchs Celebrates 25th Jelly Jar Series With Limited Edition Pokémon Set] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref>, the jars include designs of one of nine Pokémon. These Pokémon were {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Togepi}}, {{p|Clefairy}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Psyduck}}, and {{p|Poliwhirl}}. This is Welch's 25th set of collectible jelly jars, and like the other cartoon characters' jars, are used to reflect the popular culture of each generation. The jars contained nine ounces of jelly, and over nine million of them were produced.
'''Pokémon Jelly Jars''' are collectible jars decorated with Pokémon characters to encase {{wp|Welch's}} grape jelly. Sold for the first time on April 1, 2000<ref>[http://www.welchs.com/about-welchs/news/welchs-celebrates-25th-jelly-jar-series-with-limited-edition-pokemon-set Welch's: Welchs Celebrates 25th Jelly Jar Series With Limited Edition Pokémon Set] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref>, the jars include designs of one of nine Pokémon. These Pokémon were {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Togepi}}, {{p|Clefairy}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Psyduck}}, and {{p|Poliwhirl}}. This is Welch's 25th set of collectible jelly jars, and like the other cartoon characters' jars, are used to reflect the popular culture of each generation. The jars contained nine ounces of jelly, and over nine million of them were produced.


A contest was also held by Welch's to go along with the promotional jars. It was a coloring contest held from when the jars first appeared up until July 31, 2000. 100 winners received a [[Game Boy]] as their prize.
A contest was also held by Welch's to go along with the promotional jars. It was a coloring contest held from when the jars first appeared up until July 31, 2000. 100 winners received a [[Game Boy]] as their prize.
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===Pokémon Tomato Ketchup===
[[Image:PokemonKetchup.png|thumb|right|125px|All five bottles with their promotional labels]]
'''Pokémon Tomato Ketchup''' was a special edition of {{wp|Heinz Tomato Ketchup}} distributed for two months in the United States beginning in mid-March of the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-61399088.html Press Release: Pour on the Pokemon with Heinz Ketchup; Watch for Limited-Edition Pokemon Heinz Ketchup Bottles This Spring. - PR Newswire | HighBeam Research: Online Press Releases] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref> The ketchup did not taste or look any different than normal, but the bottles had special labels on them featuring {{p|Charizard}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{p|Pikachu}}, or {{p|Squirtle}}. This label could be used as a $5 mail-in rebate for a VHS or DVD of ''[[M01|Pokémon: The First Movie]]''.<ref>[http://www.creativemag.com/onlweekly032000.html Creative Online Weekly, March 20, 2000] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref>
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==Confectionery/treats==
==Confectionery/treats==
===Betty Crocker Pokémon Rolls===
[[Image:PokemonRolls1.png|thumb|left|100px|One variation of the box]]
[[Image:PokemonRolls2.png|thumb|right|125px|Alternate packaging (actual product was in colour)]]
'''Betty Crocker Pokémon Rolls''' were released in 1999.<ref>[http://www.allbusiness.com/marketing-advertising/marketing-techniques/6466271-1.html General Mills Announces Upcoming Launch of NewDisney-Themed Fruit Snacks. | Company Activities & Management > Product Management from AllBusiness.com] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> The product is candy rolled into a flat strip, similar to the popular brand {{wp|Fruit by the Foot}}. Pokémon Rolls came only in "Punch Red" flavor and were sold in packs of six. Each box included one of five [[Pokémon Trading Card Game|Pokémon cards]] for a limited time.<ref>[http://www.creativemag.com/elent0100.html CREATIVE Electronics & Entertainment Merchandising<p></p> December/January 2000] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> Jonathan Yusen, marketing manager of Betty Crocker, stated the following in regards to the rolls: "In order to keep our fruit snacks fun and entertaining, we love to work with equities that are hot with kids."
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===Poké Gum===
===Poké Gum===
[[Image:PokeGum.png|thumb|right|125px|The two wrappers, two pieces, and two cards]]
[[Image:PokeGum.png|thumb|right|125px|The two wrappers, two pieces, and two cards]]
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[[Image:PokemonDPPuzzleGum.png|thumb|right|100px|A box of the gum along with two puzzles]]
[[Image:PokemonDPPuzzleGum.png|thumb|right|100px|A box of the gum along with two puzzles]]
'''Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Puzzle Gum''' are edible puzzles made from gum and produced by Bartons Candy.<ref>[http://www.bartonscandy.com/index.php?p=product&id=89&parent=0 Pokemon Diamond & Pearl Puzzle Gum: Bartons Candy] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> Sixteen pieces of gum come in each package, and fit together to form one of four images.
'''Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Puzzle Gum''' are edible puzzles made from gum and produced by Bartons Candy.<ref>[http://www.bartonscandy.com/index.php?p=product&id=89&parent=0 Pokemon Diamond & Pearl Puzzle Gum: Bartons Candy] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> Sixteen pieces of gum come in each package, and fit together to form one of four images.
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===Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipop With Sticker===
[[Image:ToppsLollipop.png|thumb|right|100px|A grape flavored lollipop along with three stickers]]
'''Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipops With Stickers''' were distributed by [[Topps]] around the year 2000. The lollipops were filled with {{wp|Bazooka (chewing gum)|Bazooka}} bubble gum in the middle. The treats came in four flavors: strawberry, grape, cherry, and watermelon.<ref>[http://www.topps.com/Confectionery/Pokemon/index.html Topps Candy & Gum | Pokémon Candy] (retrieved November 5, 2009)</ref> Each lollipop was bundled with one of thirty-nine Pokémon stickers.<ref>[http://www.topps.com/Confectionery/Pokemon/pop_sticker.html Topps Candy & Gum | Pokémon Candy | Pokémon Pop Sticker] (retrieved November 5, 2009)</ref>
The following Pokémon were available as stickers: {{p|Aerodactyl}}, {{p|Arbok}}, {{p|Beedrill}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charizard}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Charmeleon}}, {{p|Clefairy}}, {{p|Drowzee}}, {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Electrode}}, {{p|Exeggcute}}, {{p|Flareon}}, {{p|Gyarados}}, {{p|Hitmonlee}}, {{p|Jynx}}, {{p|Krabby}}, {{p|Lickitung}}, {{p|Machamp}}, {{p|Machoke}}, {{p|Magikarp}}, {{p|Magmar}}, {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Muk}}, {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Poliwhirl}}, {{p|Ponyta}}, {{p|Psyduck}}, {{p|Raichu}}, {{p|Rattata}}, {{p|Scyther}}, {{p|Slowbro}}, {{p|Snorlax}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Tauros}}, {{p|Tentacruel}}, {{p|Vaporeon}} and  {{p|Zubat}}.
Exeggcute's name on its sticker is misspelled as "Exeggute".
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===Pokémon Gummy Poké Balls===
===Pokémon Gummy Poké Balls===
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[[Image:RainbowLollipop.png|thumb|right|100px|The lollipop with its sticker]]
[[Image:RainbowLollipop.png|thumb|right|100px|The lollipop with its sticker]]
'''Pokémon Rainbow Lollipop''' is made by Bartons Candy.<ref>[http://www.bartonscandy.com/index.php?p=product&id=91&parent=0 Pokemon Rainbow Lollipop: Bartons Candy] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> It is a large, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and white lollipop. Included with it is a sticker of the [[Starter Pokémon#Sinnoh|Sinnoh starters]].
'''Pokémon Rainbow Lollipop''' is made by Bartons Candy.<ref>[http://www.bartonscandy.com/index.php?p=product&id=91&parent=0 Pokemon Rainbow Lollipop: Bartons Candy] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> It is a large, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and white lollipop. Included with it is a sticker of the [[Starter Pokémon#Sinnoh|Sinnoh starters]].
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===Pokémon Rolls===
[[Image:PokemonRolls1.png|thumb|left|100px|One variation of the box]]
[[Image:PokemonRolls2.png|thumb|right|125px|Alternate packaging (actual product was in colour)]]
'''Pokémon Rolls''' were produced by {{wp|General Mills}} under the {{wp|Betty Crocker}} name and released in 1999.<ref>[http://www.allbusiness.com/marketing-advertising/marketing-techniques/6466271-1.html General Mills Announces Upcoming Launch of NewDisney-Themed Fruit Snacks. | Company Activities & Management > Product Management from AllBusiness.com] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> The product is candy rolled into a flat strip, similar to the popular brand {{wp|Fruit by the Foot}}. Pokémon Rolls came only in "Punch Red" flavor and were sold in packs of six. Each box included one of five [[Pokémon Trading Card Game|Pokémon cards]] for a limited time.<ref>[http://www.creativemag.com/elent0100.html CREATIVE Electronics & Entertainment Merchandising<p></p> December/January 2000] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> Jonathan Yusen, marketing manager of Betty Crocker, stated the following in regards to the rolls: "In order to keep our fruit snacks fun and entertaining, we love to work with equities that are hot with kids."
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===Pokémon snack cakes===
===Pokémon snack cakes===
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[[Image:PopsiclePokemon.png|thumb|right|135px|The box of the ice pops]]
[[Image:PopsiclePokemon.png|thumb|right|135px|The box of the ice pops]]
'''Popsicle Pokémon''' was the name given to Pokémon ice pops produced by {{wp|Popsicle}} in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.allbusiness.com/manufacturing/food-manufacturing-dairy-product-ice-cream/464428-1.html Ice Cream Parlor, Pokémon lead Good Humor-Breyers offerings for 2000. | Food & Beverage > Food Industry from AllBusiness.com] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref> All ice pops contained strawberry and lemon flavoured ice, and came in the forms of {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Gengar}}, {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Pikachu}}, and {{p|Squirtle}}. The 3-ounce (89 mL) pops came in boxes of six, with each box containing just two of the available Pokémon shapes. The boxes had a suggested retail price of $2.99, and single servings were suggested to be priced between $0.75 and $1.00.
'''Popsicle Pokémon''' was the name given to Pokémon ice pops produced by {{wp|Popsicle}} in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.allbusiness.com/manufacturing/food-manufacturing-dairy-product-ice-cream/464428-1.html Ice Cream Parlor, Pokémon lead Good Humor-Breyers offerings for 2000. | Food & Beverage > Food Industry from AllBusiness.com] (retrieved December 21, 2009)</ref> All ice pops contained strawberry and lemon flavoured ice, and came in the forms of {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Gengar}}, {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Pikachu}}, and {{p|Squirtle}}. The 3-ounce (89 mL) pops came in boxes of six, with each box containing just two of the available Pokémon shapes. The boxes had a suggested retail price of $2.99, and single servings were suggested to be priced between $0.75 and $1.00.
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===Topps Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipop With Sticker===
[[Image:ToppsLollipop.png|thumb|right|100px|A grape flavored lollipop along with three stickers]]
'''Topps Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipops With Stickers''' were distributed by [[Topps]] around the year 2000. The lollipops were filled with {{wp|Bazooka (chewing gum)|Bazooka}} bubble gum in the middle. The treats came in four flavors: strawberry, grape, cherry, and watermelon.<ref>[http://www.topps.com/Confectionery/Pokemon/index.html Topps Candy & Gum | Pokémon Candy] (retrieved November 5, 2009)</ref> Each lollipop was bundled with one of thirty-nine Pokémon stickers.<ref>[http://www.topps.com/Confectionery/Pokemon/pop_sticker.html Topps Candy & Gum | Pokémon Candy | Pokémon Pop Sticker] (retrieved November 5, 2009)</ref>
The following Pokémon were available as stickers: {{p|Aerodactyl}}, {{p|Arbok}}, {{p|Beedrill}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charizard}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Charmeleon}}, {{p|Clefairy}}, {{p|Drowzee}}, {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Electrode}}, {{p|Exeggcute}}, {{p|Flareon}}, {{p|Gyarados}}, {{p|Hitmonlee}}, {{p|Jynx}}, {{p|Krabby}}, {{p|Lickitung}}, {{p|Machamp}}, {{p|Machoke}}, {{p|Magikarp}}, {{p|Magmar}}, {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Muk}}, {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Poliwhirl}}, {{p|Ponyta}}, {{p|Psyduck}}, {{p|Raichu}}, {{p|Rattata}}, {{p|Scyther}}, {{p|Slowbro}}, {{p|Snorlax}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Tauros}}, {{p|Tentacruel}}, {{p|Vaporeon}} and  {{p|Zubat}}.
Exeggcute's name on its sticker is misspelled as "Exeggute".
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==Dinner/supper==
==Dinner/supper==
===Kraft Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni===
===Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni===
{{main|Kraft Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese}}
{{main|Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese}}
'''Kraft Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese''' was a product released by {{wp|Kraft Foods}} in 2009. It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. There are six different varieties of Diamond & Pearl Macaroni, with each variety having a different Pokémon on the box and different Pokémon noodle shapes.
'''Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese''' was a product released by {{wp|Kraft Foods}} in 2009. It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. There are six different varieties of Diamond & Pearl Macaroni, with each variety having a different Pokémon on the box and different Pokémon noodle shapes.
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===Pokémon Macaroni===
===Kraft Pokémon Macaroni===
[[Image:PokemonMacAndCheese.png|thumb|right|75px|The Pikachu box]]
[[Image:PokemonMacAndCheese.png|thumb|right|75px|The Pikachu box]]
'''Kraft Pokémon Macaroni''' was a product released by {{wp|Kraft Foods}} in January 2000.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-59033185.html Two Kid Favorites Evolve Into Kraft Pokemon Macaroni & Cheese. - PR Newswire | HighBeam Research: Online Press Releases] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. These Pokémon, {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Poliwhirl}}, {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and {{p|Meowth}}, also appeared one at a time as the focal point on the front of each box. The other 5 monsters would appear in the background.
'''Pokémon Macaroni''' was a product released by {{wp|Kraft Foods}} in January 2000.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-59033185.html Two Kid Favorites Evolve Into Kraft Pokemon Macaroni & Cheese. - PR Newswire | HighBeam Research: Online Press Releases] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. These Pokémon, {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Poliwhirl}}, {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and {{p|Meowth}}, also appeared one at a time as the focal point on the front of each box. The other 5 monsters would appear in the background.
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===Heinz Pokémon Pasta===
===Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce===
{{main|Heinz Pokémon Pasta}}
{{main|Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce}}
'''Heinz Pokémon Pasta''' was a product released by the {{wp|H. J. Heinz Company}} beginning in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-63787608.html Heinz cans the power of Pokemon. - Grocer | HighBeam Research - FREE Trial] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> The product consists of pasta pieces shaped like various Pokémon characters, including [[Ash Ketchum]], in a thick tomato sauce. Originally, the product was available in both a Red Version and a Blue Version, but the Red Version was later discontinued in favour of a Gold & Silver Version, which featured pasta shapes of [[Generation II]] Pokémon.
'''Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce''' was a product released by the {{wp|H. J. Heinz Company}} beginning in the year 2000.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-63787608.html Heinz cans the power of Pokemon. - Grocer | HighBeam Research - FREE Trial] (retrieved March 2, 2010)</ref> The product consists of pasta pieces shaped like various Pokémon characters, including [[Ash Ketchum]], in a thick tomato sauce. Originally, the product was available in both a Red Version and a Blue Version, but the Red Version was later discontinued in favour of a Gold & Silver Version, which featured pasta shapes of [[Generation II]] Pokémon.
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Ever since the Pokémon franchise began in the 1990s, many Pokémon food products have been manufactured. These food products include pasta, cereal, candy, and many other items. Some products simply have Pokémon characters added to the packaging, while others feature detailed likenesses of Pokémon characters.

Breakfast

Pokémon Eggo Waffles

Two boxes of the waffles

Pokémon Eggo Waffles were Pokémon-themed Eggo waffles which were released in August 2000[1] produced by Kellogg's. The Pokémon which were outlined on the actual Eggos are Pikachu, Togepi, Marill, Elekid, and Gengar. All of these Pokémon were also featured on the front of every box. Three UPCs from boxes of this product along with $1.99USD shipping could be redeemed for a Pikachu Syrup Holder.

Pokémon Pop-Tarts

The box of Pop-Tarts

Pokémon Pop-Tarts were limited edition toaster pastries produced by Kellogg's in the early 2000s sold under the Pop-Tarts subsidiary. They came in boxes consisting of twelve pastries in a "wild cherry" flavor, topped with "Yellow Pikachu frosting," and sprinkles shaped in the form of Pikachu, Charmander, Poliwrath, and Chansey. The box included a figurine of one of the aforementioned Pokémon.

Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits

Main article: Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits

Kellogg's Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits was a breakfast cereal released by Kellogg's in the year 2000.[2] The cereal consisted of oat rings and marshmallow pieces in the shape of various Pokémon.

Condiments

Pokémon Jelly Jars

The unique designs on the back of each jar
The front of the Bulbasaur jar

Pokémon Jelly Jars are collectible jars decorated with Pokémon characters to encase Welch's grape jelly. Sold for the first time on April 1, 2000[3], the jars include designs of one of nine Pokémon. These Pokémon were Pikachu, Togepi, Clefairy, Bulbasaur, Meowth, Squirtle, Charmander, Psyduck, and Poliwhirl. This is Welch's 25th set of collectible jelly jars, and like the other cartoon characters' jars, are used to reflect the popular culture of each generation. The jars contained nine ounces of jelly, and over nine million of them were produced.

A contest was also held by Welch's to go along with the promotional jars. It was a coloring contest held from when the jars first appeared up until July 31, 2000. 100 winners received a Game Boy as their prize.

Pokémon Tomato Ketchup

All five bottles with their promotional labels

Pokémon Tomato Ketchup was a special edition of Heinz Tomato Ketchup distributed for two months in the United States beginning in mid-March of the year 2000.[4] The ketchup did not taste or look any different than normal, but the bottles had special labels on them featuring Charizard, Charmander, Jigglypuff, Pikachu, or Squirtle. This label could be used as a $5 mail-in rebate for a VHS or DVD of Pokémon: The First Movie.[5]

Confectionery/treats

Poké Gum

The two wrappers, two pieces, and two cards

Poké Gum, produced by Toymax International under the Candy Planet label, is a chewing gum product featuring Pokémon artwork. The wrappers have two editions, with one consisting of Ash, Misty, Brock, Ash’s Pikachu, Misty’s Psyduck, and the Jigglypuff prone to following the group in the Kanto saga. The other edition is of Team Rocket and Meowth with a Haunter.

Artwork of one of Generation I Pokémon species is featured stamped onto the actual pieces of gum, and the backing of the package is a character card featuring another Pokémon character. The flip side of the character cards is part of a puzzle-like arrangement.

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Puzzle Gum

A box of the gum along with two puzzles

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Puzzle Gum are edible puzzles made from gum and produced by Bartons Candy.[6] Sixteen pieces of gum come in each package, and fit together to form one of four images.

Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipop With Sticker

A grape flavored lollipop along with three stickers

Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipops With Stickers were distributed by Topps around the year 2000. The lollipops were filled with Bazooka bubble gum in the middle. The treats came in four flavors: strawberry, grape, cherry, and watermelon.[7] Each lollipop was bundled with one of thirty-nine Pokémon stickers.[8]

The following Pokémon were available as stickers: Aerodactyl, Arbok, Beedrill, Bulbasaur, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Clefairy, Drowzee, Eevee, Electrode, Exeggcute, Flareon, Gyarados, Hitmonlee, Jynx, Krabby, Lickitung, Machamp, Machoke, Magikarp, Magmar, Meowth, Mr. Mime, Muk, Pikachu, Poliwhirl, Ponyta, Psyduck, Raichu, Rattata, Scyther, Slowbro, Snorlax, Squirtle, Tauros, Tentacruel, Vaporeon and Zubat.

Exeggcute's name on its sticker is misspelled as "Exeggute".

Pokémon Gummy Poké Balls

The gummy Balls, shown with packaging

Pokémon Gummy Poké Balls are candies manufactured by Bartons Candy. They are gummy candies in the shape of Poké Balls. They are sold in packages of ten.

Pokémon Marshmallow Buddies

The box and marshmallows

'Pokémon Marshmallow Buddies are marshmallows which are manufactured by Bartons Candy.[9] They are available only in the shape of Pikachu and sold in packs of twelve.

Pokémon Marshmallow Pops

Each pop on a cupcake

Pokémon Marshmallow Pops are produced by Bartons Candy.[10] They are marshmallows which are available in the shape of Pikachu, Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup. They are attached to a stick and coated in sugar.

Pokémon Poké Ball

The case, opened

Pokémon Poké Ball is a candy case in the style of a Dive Ball with candy included. It is manufactured by Bartons Candy.[11] Yellow, red, green, and blue candies are included, along with a figure of Piplup.

Pokémon Popzoids

All four Popzoids

Pokémon Popzoids were a type of lollipop made around the year 2000 by Topps. Miniature figurines of Bulbasaur, Charmander, Psyduck, or Squirtle would be in the center of the lollipop, which acted like a magnifying glass.[12] This effect made the figures looks about twice as large as they actually are. All of this sits at top of a "collectible" stick, which has an oversized Pokémon logo on it.

Pokémon Rainbow Lollipop

The lollipop with its sticker

Pokémon Rainbow Lollipop is made by Bartons Candy.[13] It is a large, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and white lollipop. Included with it is a sticker of the Sinnoh starters.

Pokémon Rolls

One variation of the box
Alternate packaging (actual product was in colour)

Pokémon Rolls were produced by General Mills under the Betty Crocker name and released in 1999.[14] The product is candy rolled into a flat strip, similar to the popular brand Fruit by the Foot. Pokémon Rolls came only in "Punch Red" flavor and were sold in packs of six. Each box included one of five Pokémon cards for a limited time.[15] Jonathan Yusen, marketing manager of Betty Crocker, stated the following in regards to the rolls: "In order to keep our fruit snacks fun and entertaining, we love to work with equities that are hot with kids."

Pokémon snack cakes

In Japan, several Pokémon-themed snack cakes have been manufactured. These include varieties such as "Togepi's Egg Bread", "Infernape's Curry Bread", "Arceus's Vanilla Steamed Cake", "Munchlax's Melon Bread", "Plusle's Strawberry Steamed Cake", "Minun's Chocolate Steamed Cake" and "Rayquaza's Ring Doughnut".

Pokémon Tube Top With Candy

Two of each of the tubes

Pokémon Tube Top With Candy is a plastic tube filled with candy manufactured by Bartons Candy.[16] A figure of either Chimchar or Turtwig is at the top of each tube. Yellow, red, green, and blue candies are included with each tube.

Popsicle Pokémon

A sticker advertising sales of the Pikachu single Popsicle
The box of the ice pops

Popsicle Pokémon was the name given to Pokémon ice pops produced by Popsicle in the year 2000.[17] All ice pops contained strawberry and lemon flavoured ice, and came in the forms of Bulbasaur, Charmander, Gengar, Meowth, Pikachu, and Squirtle. The 3-ounce (89 mL) pops came in boxes of six, with each box containing just two of the available Pokémon shapes. The boxes had a suggested retail price of $2.99, and single servings were suggested to be priced between $0.75 and $1.00.

Dinner/supper

Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni

Main article: Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese

Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese was a product released by Kraft Foods in 2009. It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. There are six different varieties of Diamond & Pearl Macaroni, with each variety having a different Pokémon on the box and different Pokémon noodle shapes.

Pokémon Macaroni

The Pikachu box

Pokémon Macaroni was a product released by Kraft Foods in January 2000.[18] It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. These Pokémon, Pikachu, Squirtle, Poliwhirl, Jigglypuff, Charmander, and Meowth, also appeared one at a time as the focal point on the front of each box. The other 5 monsters would appear in the background.

Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce

Main article: Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce

Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce was a product released by the H. J. Heinz Company beginning in the year 2000.[19] The product consists of pasta pieces shaped like various Pokémon characters, including Ash Ketchum, in a thick tomato sauce. Originally, the product was available in both a Red Version and a Blue Version, but the Red Version was later discontinued in favour of a Gold & Silver Version, which featured pasta shapes of Generation II Pokémon.

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