Southeastern Grocers LLC (SEG) received six first-place blue ribbon awards at the National Pie Championships hosted by the American Pie Council. Competing against top industry bakers across North America, the following Southeastern Grocers’ pies garnered honors in the commercial baker division: Caramel Apple Pie, 8-inch; Chocolate Cherry Pie, 8-inch (select stores); Peaches and Cream Pie, […]
Category: Bakery News
Posted inBakery News, News, West
La Brea Bakery Redefines Pretzel Bread With New Artisan Line
La Brea Bakery has debuted a new soft pretzel bread line to deliver a better-for-you take on a classic category that continues to gain popularity. As demand for premium, restaurant-quality bread at home continues to grow, La Brea Bakery’s Soft Pretzel breads offer a versatile option. Because of their versatility and consumer appeal, the new […]
Posted inBakery News, Northeast
Sara Lee Bread Introduces New Half Loaf Line
Horsham, Pennsylvania-based Sara Lee Bread has introduced a half loaf product line in three varieties –White, Honey Butter and Nine Grain. “At Sara Lee Bread, we understand that many customers in smaller households want to enjoy fresh, delicious bread without worrying about the waste,” said Nick Pitone, senior brand manager at Sara Lee Bread. “With […]
Posted inBakery News, Southeast
Firehook Introduces Limited Edition Cracker Flavors
As artisanal foods and unexpected brand collaborations continue to gain momentum, Firehook Crackers has introduced two new flavors in partnership with Graza Olive Oil and Fly By Jing. Chantilly, Virginia-based Firehook worked with Graza to create a light cracker with its premium extra virgin olive oil, lemon and chives for an herb flavor. The Fly […]
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Zucker’s Introduces New Par Baked Frozen Bagels
New York City-based Zucker’s Bagels & Smoked Fish is launching its first retail product – Par Baked Frozen Bagels – this month at online retailers Fresh Direct and Goldbelly, as well as at Butterfield Market, Westside Market and select ShopRite stores in New Jersey. Zucker’s baking process begins with the shop’s bagel recipe. Using unbromated, unbleached […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Wonder Expands Product Line With New Snack Cakes
Wonder has expanded its product line by introducing several snacks cakes and other items. “For generations, Wonder bread has been a staple in American households, bringing families together over meals and memories,” said Ashley Hornsby, director of brand management. “With the launch of our new treats, we’re excited to bring that same sense of nostalgia and […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
T. Marzetti Co. Wins 2 Product Of The Year Awards
Columbus, Ohio-based T. Marzetti Co., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lancaster Colony Corp., had two of its recently-launched items win Product of the Year USA awards for 2025. New York Bakery Gluten Free Texas Toast was named the top gluten-free item, while the Texas Roadhouse Mini Rolls garnered honors for top bakery side dish. Product of […]
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Legacy Bakehouse Acquires Classic Cookie
Legacy Bakehouse, a Wisconsin-based contract and private label manufacturer of baked snacks, has acquired Mannon Specialty Foods Inc. dba Classic Cookie, a Sevierville, Tennessee-based baker of premium cookie products. This acquisition expands Legacy’s baking categories and geographic reach while adding a retail brand with national distribution. This is the second bakery acquisition by Legacy Bakehouse […]