Southeastern Mills has named Steve Goodyear SVP of sales and marketing, effective Feb. 25. In his new role, Goodyear will be responsible for strategy development and the execution of sales and marketing. “I am honored and excited to join and lead the sales and marketing teams at Southeastern Mills during this time of growth in the […]
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Posted inHealth & Wellness, Albertsons, Center Store, Suppliers, West
Caulipower Now Among Top 10 Frozen Pizza Brands
As Encino, California-based Caulipower celebrates its top-10 ranking among frozen pizza brands, the company is launching its personal-size cauliflower crust pizza. Caulipower introduced the new personal size cauliflower crust pizza at the National Products Expo West earlier this month. Caulipower jumped from 11th to ninth among the best-selling pizza brands in America in four weeks. With […]
Posted inSouthwest, Center Store, Home Page Slider, Suppliers
Friendly’s Launches Ice Cream Cake Singles
Friendly’s is launching a new product that offers several flavors of the the company’s ice cream cakes in single-serving packages. Friendly’s Cake Singles will be made with the same ingredients as the company’s traditional ice cream cakes. The 8.5 oz. cups will be available in four flavors: Strawberry Krunch Cake, Birthday Cake, Chocolate Krunch Cake […]
Posted inSouthwest, Beverage News, Center Store, Home Page Slider, Private Label Brands, Suppliers
EarthWater Launches Private Label Program For Black Water
EarthWater is expanding into the private label water market by launching a private label program. The Texas-based company announced the private label program is in response to requests from corporate clients seeking to enter the Black Water market. The company also wants to expand into the growing private label water market, which currently exceeds $2.8 […]
Posted inWest, Center Store, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Suppliers
Diamond of California Names Industry Veteran Craig Hope CEO
Craig Hope has been named CEO of Diamond of California. He has more than three decades of leadership in the consumer packaged goods industry. He spent the past two years with the company working on brand extension and reinventing product offering image. According to a news release from Diamond of California, Hope’s focus will be […]
Posted inGrocery News, Center Store, Deli News, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Snacks Brands
Campbell Soup Co. Names New Owner Of Garden Fresh Gourmet
Camden, New Jersey-based Campbell Soup Co. has signed a definitive agreement for the sale of Garden Fresh Gourmet to an affiliate of Fountain of Health USA, a maker of hummus, dips, variety packs, prepared salads, pâtés and frozen desserts. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Garden Fresh Gourmet is part of the Campbell Fresh […]
Posted inGrocery News, Center Store, Home Page Slider, New Products, Snacks Brands, Southwest, Suppliers, Women In The News
Lily’s Sweets To Debut New Look And New Treats Without Added Sugar
Boulder, Colorado-based Lily’s Sweets, known for its no added sugar products, has announced growth plans for 2019 that include a new logo and packaging, the addition of eight new products and a new marketing campaign. This follows a year of growth for the brand, including doubling the size of its business. The new packaging and products will […]
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Uncle Dougie’s Launches Organic (Way More Than) BBQ Sauces
Original Uncle Dougie’s is set to debut a line of USDA-certified organic barbecue sauces in a squeeze pouch tomorrow (March 1) in response to research conducted with more than 1,000 consumers. “We talked to men and women across the country who are heavy barbecue sauce users. They’re a confident bunch and they had very straightforward […]
Posted inGrocery News, Beverage News, Center Store, Home Page Slider, Store News, West
Café La Rica, Café Cachita Brands Continue To Grow
Chula Vista, California-based Youngevity International Inc., an omni-direct lifestyle company, has expanded its recently acquired Café Cachita brand of espresso into more than 500 retail doors through Southeastern Grocers. The new distribution footprint now includes all Winn-Dixie, Bi-Lo, Fresco Y Mas and Harveys stores. Café Cachita will be available in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and North and South Carolina. CLR Roasters […]
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FitJoy Introduces Grain Free Pretzels Made With Cassava Flour
Austin, Texas-based nutrition company FitJoy has debuted what it says are the first-ever grain-free pretzels. The new FitJoy pretzels are made with cassava flour, an alternative to traditional grain flours. Cassava is a root vegetable with a variety of natural health benefits and a major staple in many countries. FitJoy Grain Free Pretzels are plant-based, […]
Posted inGrocery News, Center Store, Home Page Slider, Snacks Brands, Suppliers, West
No Evil Foods To Unveil Vegan Jerky At Expo West
Asheville, North Carolina-based No Evil Foods, the mission-based plant meat company, will release its newest product line March 5-9 at the Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, California. No Evil Foods will introduce and sample several flavors of its new vegan jerky for beta testing at the trade show before going to market with a […]
Posted inGrocery News, Center Store, Food Service News, Home Page Slider, National, New Products, Suppliers
Unilever Offers New Liquid Seasonings For Foodservice Professionals
Unilever Food Solutions has launched Knorr Intense Flavors, liquid seasonings created with real, natural ingredients. “We know that as trends and diner demands evolve, chefs and restaurateurs are under more pressure than ever to deliver creative, inspiring and flavorful menu options,” said Chef Einav Gefen, corporate executive chef at Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey-based Unilever Food […]
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A Dozen Cousins Launches New Line Of Authentic Regional Beans
Berkeley, California-based A Dozen Cousins, a new culturally-inspired natural food brand, has unveiled a line of slow-simmered beans. These ready-to-eat beans offer a modern take on traditional African American and Latino dishes while using premium ingredients such as avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, turmeric and other high-quality spices. All three varieties are non-GMO, vegan and […]
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Saco Foods Acquires California Sun Dry Foods
Saco Foods LLC, a Middleton, Wisconsin-based manufacturer and distributor of specialty consumer packaged goods, has acquired California Sun Dry Foods Inc., a brand of sun-dried tomatoes. California Sun Dry joins Saco’s line of products including Dolci Frutta, a chocolate hard-shell dessert dip. Charles Olins, formerly the VP of sales and marketing at Concord Foods, has joined Saco […]
Posted inBakery News, Beverage News, Center Store, Grocery News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Suppliers
TreeHouse Foods Announces Plans To Close St. Louis Office
Oak Brook, Illinois-based TreeHouse Foods Inc. will close its St. Louis, Missouri, office on June 28. The decision to close the St. Louis office is part of the company’s previously announced “TreeHouse 2020” multi-year restructuring program to reduce its cost structure and administrative footprint and to align the organization with the current and future needs of the business. […]
Posted inBakery News, Center Store, Grocery News, Home Page Slider, Organic Natural, Suppliers, West
Dave’s Killer Bread Launches English Muffins
Milwaukie, Oregon-based Dave’s Killer Bread (DKB) has introduced English muffins to its line, offering two varieties: Killer Classic and Rockin’ Grains. “Consumers are eating breakfast all day…not just in the morning. They want the convenience of breakfast foods combined with clean ingredients for snacking, second breakfast, lunch and dinner,” said Cristina Watson, DKB brand managerd. […]
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NCA CEO Addresses Fine Chocolatiers About The Future Of The Chocolate Category
John Downs, president and CEO of the National Confectioners Association (NCA), spoke at the Fine Chocolate Industry Association’s Elevate Chocolate event in San Francisco on Jan. 12, sharing information about the future of the chocolate category. “There is no end in sight to the emotional and social connections consumers have with chocolate,” Downs said. “But that […]
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Aloha Reformulates Protein Powder And Expands Retail Presence
Aloha, maker of plant-based protein products, has a newly reformulated protein powder along with a substantial increase in national retail availability. The reformulated protein powder comes in Chocolate, Vanilla and Banana varieties and now contains MCT oil, which is linked to energy, gut health, enhanced mood and performance, says Aloha. “At Aloha, we are always […]
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Cookie Brand Mrs. Thinster’s Rebrands As ‘Thinsters’
The Mrs. Thinster’s Cookie Thins brand has revealed a new look and name, Thinsters, as it aims to “merge ‘healthy’ with ‘tasty’ in the cookie category.” As both manufacturers and retailers have taken on the responsibility of helping consumers eat healthier, brands in categories like chocolate, snack bars and ice cream have integrated their healthier […]
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Bob’s Red Mill Enters The Snack Aisle With ‘Bob’s Better Bars’
Forty years after reviving old world-style milling, Bob’s Red Mill is bringing its expertise in whole grain foods to the snack aisle. Bob’s Better Bars combine the company’s signature whole rolled oats with peanut butter and ingredients like honey, chocolate, strawberry and banana to create five chewy bars. The company says the bars are another […]