London, England-based St Pierre Bakery is known in America for its sweet and soft brioche products. Brioche is a bit different from most breads because it’s made with an “enriched dough and tastes a little sweeter,” according to Paul Baker, St Pierre’s founder. Baker recently sat down with The Shelby Report to discuss the company’s […]
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Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Fareway Baker Gosselin Wins State, International Honors
Pleasant Hill, Iowa-based Fareway and Brandy Gosselin, bakery manager, are celebrating her win of recent state and international honors. Gosselin recently attended the 2022 International Dairy, Deli, and Bakery Association’s event in Atlanta, Georgia, where she was awarded 2022 Cake Artist of the Year. She was selected for the honor from cake decorators across the […]
Posted inBakery News, Amazon Fresh, Feature, Market Profile, Southwest, Whole Foods
Einstein Brothers Bagels Expanding Into Retail Locations
Einstein Brothers Bagels found success in its restaurant concept, with more than 1,000 across the country. Now, it is looking to expand into retail to give its customers better access to the brand. Andrew Heald, director of sales for the Lakewood, Colorado-based company, recently sat down with The Shelby Report to share some of the […]
Posted inH-E-B, Bakery News, Southwest
Collin Street Bakery Named ‘Million Dollar Seller’ By H-E-B
Corsicana, Texas-based Collin Street Bakery has been recognized by H-E-B as a “Million Dollar Seller” in the retailer’s grocery stores. In 2018, Collin Street entered its fruitcake in H-E-B’s “Quest for Texas Best” competition. Out of nearly 1,000 vendor entries, Collin Street Bakery was named a top 25 finalist and was awarded space in over 200 […]
Posted inBakery News, National
St Pierre Bakery Secures Distribution With UNFI
St Pierre Bakery has announced increased distribution with UNFI warehouses in Pittsburgh and Allentown, Pennsylvania and Quincy, Florida. The warehouses are offering an assortment of St Pierre’s products including St Pierre Brioche Burger Buns, Seeded Brioche Burger Buns, Brioche Hot Dog Rolls, Brioche Bagels, Brioche Loaf and Brioche Sliders. The increased distribution via UNFI warehouses […]
Posted inDairy News, Bakery News, Deli News, National
Organizers Pleased With Turnout For 2022 Expo
The smiles said it all. That’s what Whitney Atkins, VP of marketing for IDDBA, said about the IDDBA 2022 expo on its closing day, June 7, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. “I think that’s where I would start – the smiles, people just happy to come back together after a hard […]
Posted inDairy News, Bakery News, Deli News, Southeast
IDDBA Expo Showcases The Industry’s Biggest Trends
As the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association expo kicked into its second day, visitors and exhibitors from around the world are showcasing their products. The show is being attended by more than 10,000 visitors with over 800 exhibits. Like many longstanding events, the IDDBA had taken a pandemic induced hiatus and many people are excited […]
Posted inBakery News, West
Dave’s Killer Bread Launches ‘Epic Everything Organic Breakfast Bread’
Milwaukie, Oregon-based Dave’s Killer Bread has introduced a new breakfast offering: Epic Everything Organic Breakfast Bread. The company said that the new selection combines America’s favorite bagel flavor with a classic whole grain loaf. The new bread has an onion and garlic flavor, which the company believes will be a savory alternative to sweet fan favorite Raisin’ […]
Posted inCostco Wholesale, Bakery News, Home Page Slider, National
St. Pierre’s Expands Distribution To Costco Locations
St. Pierre Bakery has secured new distribution with Costco. The brand launched into the Bay Area division in 2021, distributed across 57 sites. Costco has now added St. Pierre’s core range to its Los Angeles division stores – initially through 30 of the 59 clubs in the Los Angeles division. The move will see Costco become […]
Posted inDairy News, Bakery News, Deli News, Home Page Slider, National
IRI Report Shows Dairy, Deli, Bakery Prices Continue To Rise
To document the changing nature of the marketplace, IRI, Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics and Marriner Marketing have teamed up continue to bring the latest trends and analysis relative to dairy, deli and bakery department sales. This is the second in a series of reports presented by IRI, discussing inflation trends. Perishables In March, total […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Flowers Foods Names Winters As Chief Supply Chain Officer
Thomasville, Georgia-based Flowers Foods Inc. has named Tom Winters as chief supply chain officer, effective April 4. In this role, Winters will be responsible for Flowers’ supply chain operations, reporting to Brad Alexander, chief operating officer. “Tom has more than 30 years of experience leading world-class teams and consistently delivering strong results and highly effective process […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Hostess Brands To Add Bakery Factory In Arkadelphia, AR
Lenexa, Kansas-based Hostess Brands Inc. will convert an idled factory in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, into a modern bakery. The bakery is expected to be operational in the second half of 2023 and bring approximately 150 new jobs to the community over the next three years. Hostess Brands plans to invest $120 million to $140 million to transform the 330,000-square-foot facility into […]
Posted inAssociation News, Bakery News, Home Page Slider, National, Snacks Brands
ABA and SNAC International Release 2021 Salary, Benefits Survey
The American Bakers Association and SNAC International have released their “2021 Salary and Benefits Survey.” The nearly 150 pages of data covers company profile information, pay practices, benefits and pay information for 34 positions from 36 food manufacturers and supplier organizations across the U.S. and Canada. The survey features data collected from all segments of […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Bakery News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Dawn Foods Names Ardent Mills And Coco Bakery Vendors Of The Year
Jackson, Michigan-based Dawn Foods, through its Dawn Distribution Advantage network, has announced Ardent Mills and Coco Bakery as its North America vendors of the year for 2021. The DDA is a customer-focused buying cooperative consisting of Dawn Foods’ own distribution centers and independent distributor partners. Each year, the DDA recognizes vendors that collaboratively deliver growth and […]
Posted inAssociation News, Bakery News, Dairy News, Deli News, Home Page Slider, National
Johnson Appointed As IDDBA’s Events VP
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has appointed Jeremy Johnson to the newly created role of VP of events. Johnson most recently served as IDDBA’s VP of education. The VP of events role combines IDDBA’s meetings and exhibit functions. In his new role, Johnson will oversee operations of IDDBA’s trade show and the organization’s meeting […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
MyBread Bakery Launches Flatbread Pitas At Walmart Stores
Racine, Wisconsin-based MyBread Gluten-Free Bakery has released its Original Flatbread Pitas at select Walmart stores around the country. The pitas can be found in the freezer section of stores in California, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas and Wisconsin. MyBread’s Flatbread Pitas were awarded two Guided Buyer “Gluten Free Awards” in the category of “Best Gluten […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Einstein Bros. Launches Take & Toast Line For National Bagel Day
Lakewood, Colorado-based Einstein Bros. is making its bagels more available by bringing its Take & Toast Bagels to Walmart shelves in more than 3,500 locations nationwide, in time for National Bagel Day on Jan. 15. The bagel shop has developed a first-of-its-kind bagel offering for the grocery store space. Take & Toast Bagels are the closest and most […]
Posted inDeli News, Association News, Bakery News, Dairy News, Home Page Slider, National
International Dairy Deli Bakery Association Launches App
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association has added the myIDDBA app, which provides access to education resources and events, breaking news and information about the trade show. The 365 day a year, 24/7 resource provides users the ability to connect, grow business and stay on top of the latest trends. “This is an exciting day for […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Martin’s Potato Rolls Expanding Bakery Headquarters
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania-based Martin’s Famous Potato Rolls and Bread recently broke ground preparing for the 10th expansion to its bakery headquarters. Over the past two years, Martin’s has seen growth in both its fresh retail business and frozen international business. In order to supply the increase in demand, Martin’s will be adding an additional bakery line […]
Posted inBakery News, Home Page Slider, National
Grupo Bimbo Kicks Off Global Energy Race 2021
Bimbo Bakeries USA Inc. is joining its parent company and largest baking company in the world, Grupo Bimbo, to kick off its Sixth Annual Global Energy Race. This is the company’s most important sporting event with a cause, as it extends beyond a financial donation and allows associates, consumers and friends to make a lasting […]