Bronx, New York-based Baldor Specialty Foods, one of the largest wholesale importers and distributors of fresh produce and specialty foods in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, said for the first time in its history it will make its inventory of food available directly to consumers within a 50-mile radius of its Bronx headquarters for at-home […]
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The Giant Co., Philadelphia 76ers Team To Fight Hunger
The Philadelphia 76ers and The Giant Co. are teaming up to address childhood hunger in the greater Philadelphia region. Both organizations have begun a month-long campaign at Southwark School in Philadelphia as part of a series of events to raise awareness of and eliminate childhood hunger. “No one, especially children, should have to wonder where their next […]
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CDA Inducts Keith Canning Of Sawyer Island Consulting Into Hall Of Fame
Keith Canning, CEO and founder of Sawyer Island Consulting in Portland, Maine, was inducted into the Convenience Distribution Association’s Hall of Fame Feb. 25 at the Convenience Distribution Marketplace in San Antonio. CDA’s Hall of Fame award is presented to the industry’s most valued participants—those whose careers are highlighted by continual accomplishments on the industry’s […]
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Utz Quality Foods Adds Several New Snacks To Product Lineup
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Quality Foods LLC has added new products to its lineup, which became available through retailers on Feb. 3. From Zapp’s New Orleans style “Evil Eye” Kettle Potato Chips to Good Health Creamy Onion & Chive Veggie Chips to Utz Ridge Cut Potato Chips, the line-up is comprised of both indulgent and better-for- you […]
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Smile Coffee Werks Launches Commercially Compostable Coffee Pods
Smile Coffee Werks, based in Darien, Connecticut, has unveiled compostable coffee pods made from renewable raw materials with over a 12-month shelf life. The patented technology utilizes a plant based, BPA-free cup and top. The pods are compatible with Nespresso classic style coffee makers, BPI-certified and commercially compostable in 12 weeks. Made from renewable plant-based […]
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Ark Foods Expands Line Of Veggie Bowls With New Flavors
Ark Foods, a Brooklyn-headquartered modern-day farming brand known for creating fresh produce, is expanding its line of Veggie Bowls with four new flavors: Buffalo Cauli Mac, General Tso’s Cauli, Alfredo Veggie Spaghetti and Sesame Veggie Noodles. This launch will expand its best-selling category and put Ark Foods at the forefront of the plant-based movement, leading […]
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Entrepreneur Seth Goldman Helps Found PLNT Burger
Seth Goldman is a founder of PLNT Burger, the recently launched quick-serve concept located in Whole Foods Market in Silver Spring, Maryland. Goldman, who launched Honest Tea out of his home in 1998, currently serves as chairman of the board of Beyond Meat. At PLNT Burger, he will drive expansion plans and strategic planning for the […]
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Brekki Overnight Oats Acquired By Members Of Cedar’s Executive Team
Brekki, a Carlsbad, California-based company with a line of dairy-free, ready-to-eat overnight oats, has been acquired by the executive team of Cedar’s Foods, a global leader in Mediterranean foods. The popularity of overnight oats continues to rise. The Global Oatmeal Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2 percent to account for U.S. […]