A recent survey by the Kellogg Co.’s Special K® brand indicates that weight loss is often top-of-mind at the beginning of the New Year, with 67 percent of women saying it is the ideal time to begin a weight-loss plan. Now, in an effort to change the way women think and talk about weight loss, […]
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Seattle Chocolates Introduces New Bars for Valentine’s Day
Seattle Chocolates is introducing Red Hot and Pink Bubbly, two new chocolate bars wrapped to appeal to him and to her—just in time for Valentine’s Day. Jean Thompson, Seattle Chocolates owner and CEO, says, “We had such a terrific response to our Summer Love bar flavors, customers asked for more. Valentine’s Day seemed the perfect […]
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Bioenergy takes ingredient to new food, beverage applications
Since 2008, the sales of ribose as an energy supplement increased by more than 85 percent. This, in conjunction with $9 billion sales of functional energy drinks in 2011, suggests that demand has never been higher for ingredients with a variety of applications in functional food and beverage industries. Enter Bioenergy Ribose—a superior energy ingredient. […]
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Winn-Dixie Issues Recall on Its Italian Green Beans Brand
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. has issued a voluntary recall on Winn-Dixie Brand Italian Green Beans sold in the 14.5-oz. can with a UPC code of 2114021236 and a best-by date of September 2014 due to concerns about a potential for in-shell peanuts mixed in with the beans. The Jacksonville, Fla.-based grocer said no reports of illness […]
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Frieda’s Offers Chinese New Year Promotion Tips
Since 1973, Los Alamitos, Calif.-based Frieda’s has worked with produce retailers to promote Asian produce specialties for Chinese New Year. A longtime leader in the specialty Asian produce category, Frieda’s presents its recommendations for a “Year of the Dragon” display. Asian cultures around the world will be celebrating the 15-day long tradition, and the entrance […]
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Coors Outscores Bud in ‘Taste Tests of Beer’
Looking to enjoy the last weeks of football season with the perfect brew? Coors regular topped Consumer Reports’ recent taste test of beers, blowing away nine brews including Budweiser and Bud Light. Name Tag and Big Flats store brands from Trader Joe’s and Walgreens, respectively, beat out top-sellers Corona Extra and Budweiser. The full report […]
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Candy Hall of Fame Calls for Nominations
The National Confectionery Sales Association (NCSA) is seeking nominations for prospective candidates into the Candy Hall of Fame. The Candy Hall of Fame is the most prestigious honor that can be bestowed on an individual who has dedicated his or her career to the confectionery industry. To be considered for induction into the Candy Hall […]
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CGA Sues California Alcoholic Beverage Control
The California Grocers Association filed a petition for writ of mandate on Wednesday, Dec. 28, to stay a California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) industry advisory that attempts to provide guidance in complying with a new state law to regulate alcoholic beverage sales at assisted self-checkout terminals. CGA claims the advisory is inconsistent with the statute, […]