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MIDWEST: Nestlé Introduces New Life Cuisine, Improves Lean Cuisine Portfolio

Nestlé is introducing Life Cuisine, a new brand delivering meal solutions for those who like to eat well. Over the years, the definition of wellness has evolved from calorie-conscious eating to a more holistic approach that extends well beyond just what’s on your plate. Once-niche dietary trends like gluten free and meatless meals also have […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Southwest

WisePies Pizza Partners with Kroger Co. For Southwestern Distribution 

Albuquerque, New Mexico-based WiseChoice Foods has formed an ongoing distribution partnership with Kroger brand grocery stores for its new bake-at-home WisePies Pizza product line starting the week of June 15. WiseChoice Foods LLC is a certified minority-owned and female-operated company and is the first and only frozen pizza company from New Mexico. WisePies Pizza features 10.25-inch pizzas […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Northeast

J&J Snack Foods Adds Minute Maid 100% Juice Sticks To Portfolio

J&J Snack Foods Corp., based in Pennsauken, New Jersey, is introducing Minute Maid 100 percent Juice Sticks. They are available in two variety packs, featuring classic Minute Maid flavors. Each 1.65-fluid ounce stick is 25 calories, 5 grams of sugar and is free from many common allergens including peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, egg, gluten and soy. The […]

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Mikey’s Introduces 2 New Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Pockets

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-based Mikey’s, a provider of gluten-free, dairy-free hand-held meals and snacks, has released two new savory flavors: Buffalo-Style Chicken and Cauliflower & Broccoli Cheddar. These new pockets join the complete line of gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free and soy-free products just in time for May Celiac Awareness Month.   Mikey’s offers allergen friendly, clean label, better-for-you meal solutions for every eating occasion for […]

Posted inCostco Wholesale, Frozen Food, Midwest

Path of Life Debuts Cilantro Lime Rice Blend at Midwest Costco Stores

Naperville, Illinois-based Path of Life, known for its gourmet quinoa, rice, and veggie side dishes, debuted its Cilantro Lime Rice Blend at select Costco’s in the Midwest. The microwavable rice blend will also be available in select Texas Costco warehouses starting next week.  The brand’s Cilantro Lime Rice Blend is traditional cilantro and lime flavor […]

Posted inYear In Review - 2020, Frozen Food, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Midwest, New Products

MIDWEST: Chloe Vegan Foods Launches Full Line Of Plant-Based Pizzas

Chloe Vegan Foods has launched a full line of plant-based pizzas, currently available chain-wide at 344 Sprouts Farmers Markets stores in 23 U.S. states. Each is all plant-based, non-GMO and 100 percent free of the most pervasive and troublesome allergens. Chloe is headquartered in Edina, Minnesota, and manufactures its products in an FDA- and USDA-approved […]

Posted inFrozen Food, COVID News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, National

NFRA Gives Update About Covid-19 Effect On Industry

The National Frozen and Refrigerated Foods Association has issued a letter to its members on how the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting the industry. NFRA President and CEO H.V. ”Skip” Shaw Jr. said during his 35 years as a part of the association he can’t recall a “more challenging or disorienting stretch of days,” adding that […]

Posted inCOVID News, Frozen Food, Home Page Latest News, Southeast

Rouses Donates Nearly 14,000 Lbs. Of Food In Response To COVID-19

Continuing more than a decade of support of the fight against hunger, Rouses Markets this week donated nearly 14,000 pounds of food to Second Harvest’s response to the COVID-19 crisis. “This amazing donation will help us prepare thousands more hot meals in our Community Kitchen,” said Second Harvest Executive Chef Susan Goss. “It’s such a […]

Posted inNortheast, Dairy News, Frozen Food, Snacks Brands, Suppliers

Magnum Ice Cream Debuts 3 New Product Varieties

Magnum Ice Cream, a brand of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey-based Unilever, introduced three new product varieties: Non-Dairy Sea Salt Caramel Bars, Double Pistachio Honey Tubs and Double Almond Brown Butter Tubs. Joining Classic and Almond varieties, Magnum Non-Dairy Sea Salt Caramel Bars have a non-dairy sea salt caramel base dipped in a cracking non-dairy chocolate […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, Midwest, Nonfood Items, Suppliers

Urban Pie Pizza Co. Launches Artisan Hemp Seed Crust Pizzas

Urban Pie Pizza Co. is introducing artisan thin crust pizzas made with hemp seeds to the frozen pizza aisle and adding a new flavor to its artisan thin crust line. Urban Pie Pizza is one of the fastest growing brands in the natural channel, and these hemp-infused crusts are a first in the frozen aisle, […]

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Miami-Based Quirch Foods Opens New D.C. In Greensboro, NC

Quirch Foods LLC is opening its sixth distribution center in Greensboro, North Carolina. The expansion is a component of the growth of the company, which seeks to continue expanding and leveraging its distribution reach. Currently operating with five distribution centers in the Southeast and the Caribbean, the sixth facility is set to begin operations in […]

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Refugee-Focused Afia Debuts Two New Flavors for Frozen Falafel Line

Afia, a family-owned, woman-run company specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, is introducing two new frozen falafel flavors, expanding its award-winning line. Afia’s products are vegan, gluten-free, plant-based and use non-GMO ingredients. Unlike past attempts at frozen falafel that required frying, Afia has developed a line that can be easily heated in ovens and microwaves, yet still […]

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DiNoci Dairy-Free, Plant-Based Frozen Dessert Launches 4 New Flavors

DiNoci Natural Foods, makers of artisan plant-based frozen desserts, has introduced four new flavors. DiNoci’s almond milk-based desserts use clean premium ingredients and are always free from gums and additives. New flavors are: Cherry Crisp—whole tart cherries and gluten-free toasted oats folded into creamy vanilla; Cookies & Crema—a gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookie crumbled into creamy […]

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Pre Unveils New Look, Introduces Halal Claim To Packaging

Chicago-based Pre Brands is refreshing the brand’s packaging in an effort to further strengthen consumer communication and improve ease of shopping. With an entire portfolio of Non-GMO Project Verified products and 100 percent grass fed and finished offerings, Pre has always been committed to creating high-quality beef which comes from animals raised ethically and sustainably […]

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Graphic Packaging Int’l. Launches PaperSeal Innovation To Increase Recyclability

Graphic Packaging International has launched a new line of PaperSeal trays, offering brands and retailers the opportunity to replace Modified Atmosphere (MAP) and Vacuum Skin Packaging (VSP) plastic trays with a new barrier-lined paperboard alternative. The development of the innovative PaperSeal food tray solution aligns with the company’s Vision 2025, leveraging its sustainability profile to expand and […]

Posted inDeli News, Bakery News, Frozen Food, Grocery Store Layout, Independent Store News, International Foods, Northeast, Organic Natural, Produce News

Golden Farms Celebrates Newest Location In Philadelphia

Key Food Stores Co-Operative Inc., a chain of primarily independently owned and corporate grocery stores, recently held the grand opening of its newest Golden Farms location at 6710 Haverford Avenue, Philadelphia. District Representative Numa St. Louis and Key Food executives including CEO Dean Janeway, COO George Knobloch, CFO Sharon Konzelman, CIO Tammy Teague and VP […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, Organic Natural, Perishables, Snacks Brands, Suppliers, West

Alden’s Organic Launches 3 Fan Requested Flavors

Alden’s Organic fans have been heard as the organic ice cream maker is now offering two new 14-oz. pints and one 48-oz. sqround. The three new flavors that will be sampled during Natural Products Expo West from March 5-7 at Alden’s Organic Booth 2137 in Hall B are: Ooey Gooey Brownie (SRP: $5.49-$5.99) Rich organic chocolate […]