Not long after Coca-Cola was invented in 1886, the company hired sign painters to extol the virtues of the new beverage on the sides of buildings across the country. Thousands of iconic Coca-Cola wall murals became prominent features in cities and towns, particularly in the rural South. Thousands of these iconic advertisements remain today, but […]
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Posted in, Center Store, Southwest
Little Soya Will Be First Gluten-Free Soy Sauce Launched Into Space
Little Soya will be the first gluten-free soy sauce launched into space when the European Space Agency’s Ariane 5 ES rocket launches on July 29 at 7:44 p.m. (EDT) from the Guiana Space Center in French Guiana. The ATV-5 (automated transfer vehicle) is a cargo-carrying spacecraft designed to deliver supplies and equipment to the orbiting […]
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Zola Releases Coconut Water Lemonade
Zola Fruits of the World, maker of coconut waters and acaí juices in the U.S., has rolled out Coconut Water Lemonade, available nationwide. This new flavor innovation combines naturally hydrating coconut water with the refreshment of lemonade for a taste that is a perfect balance of tart and sweet, according to Zola, which also is […]
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Kettle Brand Introduces Non-GMO Popcorn
Kettle Brand, known for creating some of the most popular and original potato chip flavors with natural, non-GMO ingredients, is launching into another snack category this summer with the rollout of Kettle Brand Popcorn. In development for nearly a year, the line of five flavors includes: • Maple Bacon: Sweet maple with a deep smoky […]
Posted in, New Products, Southeast
The Spice Lab Launches Candied Bacon Rubs
The Spice Lab is introducing Candied Bacon Rub, a sweet and spicy mix of brown sugar and spices that transforms store-bought bacon into a caramelized gourmet treat. Available in four blends—New Orleans Cajun, Caribbean Island Jerk, Asian Sesame Sweet & Spicy and Country Style Pepper—an 8-oz. bag contains rub for 4-6 pounds of bacon. SRP […]
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Lay’s ‘Do Us A Flavor’ Chip Finalists Unveiled
Lay’s potato chips, one of the marquee brands from PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division, has revealed the four finalist flavors in its Lay’s “Do Us A Flavor” contest. Lay’s Cappuccino, Lay’s Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese, Lay’s Kettle Cooked Wasabi Ginger and Lay’s Wavy Mango Salsa flavored potato chips were selected as finalists from the more than […]
Posted in, National, Organic Natural
G.H. Cretors Popped Corn Introduces Organics
G.H. Cretors—best known for its Chicago Mix, the combination of caramel corn and cheese corn in the same bag—is rolling out a new certified organic line of popcorn, which includes Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Simply Salted varieties. The Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) flavor is the first ever popcorn to be wet-popped in EVOO, […]
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The Little Potato Co. Debuts New Packaging And Products
The Little Potato Co., the largest grower of creamer potatoes in North America, has launched smaller packaging with a 1.5-lb. gusset bag that is portable and easy to store for its red, yellow and blue creamer potatoes. Each variety is proprietary to the company and comes with a unique story, appearance, flavor and texture. The […]