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Save Foods’ Latest Trial Boosts Shelf Life Of Strawberries

Miami, Florida-based Save Foods says that a recent trial on strawberries revealed promising results whereby Save Foods’ research and development team managed to extend the shelf life of the fruit. Fresh strawberries have one of the highest levels of waste of all fresh produce, with an estimated 64 percent of strawberries lost before they are […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Splash Beverage Group Launches TapouT In Winn Dixie Locations

Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Splash Beverage Group and its brand, TapouT, will begin distributing the beverage in 485 Winn-Dixie stores in Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Mississippi and Louisiana. Founded in 1925, Winn-Dixie grocery stores, liquor stores and in-store pharmacies operate over 529 stores serving communities throughout five southeastern states. Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. is a subsidiary of Southeastern Grocers, […]

Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Death Wish Coffee Co. Launches Limited Edition Blend And Packaging

Saratoga Springs, New York-based Death Wish Coffee Co. has launched a new blend called “Run the Day” that combines Ethiopian Yirgacheffe coffee beans with Indian Robusta to create a complex, medium roast coffee. This marks the launch of the first-ever Grind for Good blend, which will support the Girls Gotta Run Foundation, a nonprofit organization that empowers […]

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 inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, West

Torani’s Unveils New Culinary Tourism Inspired Flavor: Bergamot Syrup

San Leandro, California-based Torani has announced the newest addition to its portfolio of more than 150 syrups and sauces: Torani Puremade Bergamot Syrup. Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit the size of an orange with a yellow or green color that is used as an aromatic ingredient in many parts of the world. Torani’s recreation is […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Snacks Brands

Vermont Smoke And Cure Launches Bacon Pork Mini Sticks

Hinesburg, Vermont-based Vermont Smoke and Cure said that its new Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon Pork Mini Sticks have been launched in retail and online stores. The Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon Pork Mini Sticks taste like bacon with a smoky flavor and a hint of maple syrup.  This is the fourth stick to be offered in […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Carolina Pride Meats Unveils New Logo, Packaging For Brand

Greenwood, South Carolina-based Carolina Pride has unveiled a new logo and visual identity, along with new packaging for its Carolina Pride Meats brand. Carolina Pride’s new branding provides a more contemporary look for the brand, while continuing to honor a 100-plus year heritage. The new look will incorporate the redesigned logo and visual identity across print […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, West

Bumble Bee Debuts ‘Good For You’ Campaign To Change Perceptions

San Diego, California-based Bumble Bee Seafoods has debuted a new advertising campaign designed to recruit the next generation of tuna lovers by dispelling category perceptions and inspiring new usage ideas. “At Bumble Bee, we firmly believe that everyone deserves to eat well, no matter what. The idea of democratizing wellness is what inspired us to confront […]

Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast

Ten Alkaline Spring Water Expands Distribution To Lowes Foods

Boca Raton, Florida-based Ten Alkaline Spring Water has expanded its product distribution to all Lowes Foods locations throughout the East Coast. All locations will carry its 1 gallon and 1.5 liter bottles, which both have been top selling products year over year. Nearly 150 markets are owned and operated by Lowes Foods, and Ten will […]

Posted inFrozen Food, Home Page Slider, West

Caulipower Launches New Pastas And Pizza Products

In five years, Los Angeles-based Caulipower has expanded into six new categories, spearheading innovation and creating first-of-a-kind products such as a low calorie pasta, baked chicken tenders and a stone-fired cauliflower. Caulipower will launch new products this summer: Cauliflower penne pasta, elbows pasta and white pizza with spinach. The company’s growth is being driven by its […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, West

Fresh Cravings Offers $20K With ‘Find The Golden Lid’ Sweepstakes

Phoenix, Arizona-based Fresh Cravings, a family-owned snacking brand known for chilled salsas and hummus dips, is giving away $20,000 in cash prizes with its Find The Golden Lid Sweepstakes. Through March 28, the 31 individuals who find a golden-colored lid on select Fresh Cravings Hummus products in Walmart stores nationwide will be randomly selected to win one of […]

Posted inSnacks Brands, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Rip Van Launches At All Food Lion Locations

New York-based Rip Van and its flagship product, the Rip Van Wafel, will now be carried in all 1,100 Food Lion stores across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. “Being invited to be part of the Food Lion family is an achievement that we are extremely proud of,” said Jim Low, president of Rip Van. “Our brand’s commitment […]

Posted inCostco Wholesale, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, West

Jones Soda Fountain Syrup Expands Distribution To Costco Locations

Seattle-based Jones Soda Co. has secured a new placement for its Root Beer bag-in-box cane sugar syrup with all Costco Business Centers across the U.S., further expanding the company’s presence in the foodservice channel. The listing introduces the Jones fountain beverage program to Costco’s large members-only wholesale clientele, including restaurants, bars, convenience stores, offices and other […]

Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Good Catch Launches Plant-Based Tuna Line At Sprouts Farmers Market

Austin, Texas-based Gathered Foods, makers of Good Catch plant-based seafood, has launched its plant-based tuna in Sprouts Farmers Market. This is the brand’s second product launch with the grocer, which will now carry Good Catch Plant-Based Tuna across all stores nationwide. Crafted from the Good Catch six-legume blend of peas, chickpeas, lentils, soy, fava beans and navy beans, […]

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Avocados From Mexico Celebrates National Healthy Fats Day, March 21

Dallas-based Avocados From Mexico is promoting information about the benefit of healthy fats in celebration of National Healthy Fats Day on March 21. Avocados are a heart-healthy fruit, containing 85 percent good, unsaturated fats and nearly 20 vitamins and minerals. National Healthy Fats Day is part of March’s National Nutrition Month and is a time to highlight […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast

SeaPak Launches Southern Style Jumbo Shrimp

St. Simons Island, Georgia-based SeaPak has launched its new Southern Style Jumbo Shrimp. The first of its kind to appear on seafood aisle shelves, Southern Style Jumbo Shrimp combines its shrimp with zesty southern flavors. “At SeaPak, we always want to make sure we’re delighting our customers with relevant, on-trend, and delicious flavors,” said Kristen Beadon, director […]

Posted inDeli News, Bristol Farms, Home Page Slider, West

Bristol Farms Newfound Market Opens In Orange County, CA

Bristol Farms is opening its new concept, Bristol Farms Newfound Market, March 17 in Orange County, California.  The nearly 34,000 square foot location features seven chef-created restaurant brands, serving dishes made with local and global ingredients. The market features an open and modern environment designed to bring a unique shopping experience to Orange County. “This […]

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AJ’s Fine Foods Celebrates With St. Patrick’s Day Menu

Chandler, Arizona-based AJ’s Fine Foods will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day holiday on March 17 with a menu featuring a trio of chef-prepared hot and ready-to-enjoy Irish dishes throughout the day. AJ’s Bistro will feature three traditional Irish meals. Customers can choose form corned beef brisket with cabbage, red potatoes, and Irish soda bread; Shepard’s Pie, served […]

Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Hy-Vee, Midwest

Living Greens Farm Expands Vertical Aeroponic Growing Facility

Faribault, Minnesota-based Living Greens Farm is expanding its Midwest operations with the addition of a new innovative indoor facility in Muncie, Indiana, for growing and processing a variety of leafy green product offerings. The all-new facility will open in early 2023 and will occupy a 200,000-square-foot industrial building built in 2015 but yet to be occupied. The […]

Posted inDeli News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, Plant-Based News

Skinny Butcher Launches Plant-Based Virtual Kitchen Line With Wow Bao

Detriot-based Skinny Butcher has partnered with Chicago-based Wow Bao to launch a new plant-based protein brand in both retail and virtual restaurants. Skinny Butcher invited Los Angeles-based Golden West Food Group to exclusively manufacture the line, be equity stakeholders and serve as the vendor of record, ensuring speed to market on a national scale. Wow Bao created a virtual kitchen concept […]