Chocolate and candy can play a role in year-round celebrations, but the $4.9 billion dollar winter holidays season is where these treats shine, with more than half of consumers saying they plan to celebrate the season by gifting confectionery products, according to research gathered by the National Confectioners Association. “A meaningful part of the excitement of the […]
Category: Snacks Brands
Posted inSnacks Brands, Association News, National
NCA Releases Statement On Chocolate, Cocoa Study
In response to the Consumer Reports’ study on chocolate and cocoa released Dec. 15, the National Confectioners Association released the following statement: “Chocolate and cocoa are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries. The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment guidelines cited in the Consumer Reports study […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Executive News, Northeast
Maine Crisp Names Goldstein As CEO
Winslow, Maine-based Maine Crisp has announced that former board member Lewis Goldstein is joining the company as CEO. His marketing and leadership expertise in the natural and organic food sector will help accelerate the company’s national expansion. Throughout a career spanning major brands including Sam Adams, Snapple, Kiss My Face and Organic Valley, Goldstein has […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Bakery News, Midwest
Second Nature Brands Acquires Brownie Brittle
Detroit-based Second Nature Brands, a creator of nutritional and better-for-you snacks and treats, has completed the acquisition of Brownie Brittle from Encore Consumer Capital. The terms of the transaction are not being disclosed. Founded in 2012, Brownie Brittle is a brownie snack brand whose combination of flavor and texture appeals to growing consumer demand. Brownie Brittle […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Southwest
Frito-Lay Names 2022 ‘The Year Of The Crunch’
Plano, Texas-based Frito-Lay has named 2022 as the “Year of Crunch” due to the results of its recent U.S. Trend Index. The index polled consumers on their snacking preferences and found that more than 70 percent of snackers would reach for a food with a crunch. The Snack Index found other important snack factors included […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Snacks Brands, West
Fresh Cravings Expands Vegan Dip Lineup At Publix
Phoenix, Arizona-based Fresh Cravings has expanded its collection of dips at Publix stores with the addition of Jalapeño Popper and French Onion Plant Based Dips. These gluten-, dairy- and preservative-free products join the Fresh Cravings family of refrigerated salsas, hummus and plant-based dips. Jalapeño Popper is a new flavor in the company’s plant based dip lineup. […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Northeast
Crispy Green Hires Shellenback As COO
Fairfield, New Jersey-based Crispy Green has announced that Eric Shellenback has joined the company and taken on the role of COO. In this capacity, Shellenback is taking over the day-to-day management responsibilities for running the Crispy Green business. He is reporting to Angela Liu, CEO and founder. Shellenback has more than 25 years of CPG […]
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Survey Debuts Results Of Anticipated Awkward Holiday Situations
Newark, New Jersey-based Mars Wrigley’s EXTRA gum has shared the results of a seasonal survey that highlights some of the most common-yet-uncomfortable interactions experienced by many during holiday celebrations. Conducted by KRC Research, EXTRA gum surveyed 1,004 U.S. adult consumers about the most loaded conversations and social situations during the holiday season. Tapping into the brand’s […]