Specialty Food Association

Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel Predicts Top 2023 Specialty Food Trends

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Donnerstag, Oktober 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- From Environmentally Friendly Foods to Alt Seafood and everything in between, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel has predicted what will be hot in specialty food for 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- From Environmentally Friendly Foods to Alt Seafood and everything in between, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel has predicted what will be hot in specialty food for 2023.
  • The largest B2B specialty food event in the western United States, the Winter Fancy Food Show features thousands of specialty food and beverage products from around the world.
  • The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $175 billion specialty food industry for 70 years.
  • The SFA is known for its Fancy Food Shows ; the sofi Awards , which have honored excellence in specialty food and beverage for 50 years; the Trendspotter Panel Show reports and annual predictions; the State of the Specialty Food Industry Report and Today's Specialty Food Consumer research; the SFA Product Marketplace , where buyers discover new products, network and connect with SFA members; SFA Feed , the daily source for industry news, trends and new product information, and Spill & Dish: A Specialty Food Association Podcast .

Specialty Food Association Releases 2022 Today's Specialty Food Consumer Report

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Donnerstag, Oktober 6, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has released its annual Today's Specialty Food Consumer research, a complement to The State of the Specialty Food Industry Report .

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has released its annual Today's Specialty Food Consumer research, a complement to The State of the Specialty Food Industry Report .
  • The survey was conducted with SliceMR in July 2022 to understand the motivations and habits of specialty food consumers.
  • The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $175 billion specialty food industry for 70 years.
  • The SFA is known for its Fancy Food Shows ; the sofi Awards , which have honored excellence in specialty food and beverage for 50 years; the Trendspotter Panel Show reports and annual predictions; the State of the Specialty Food Industry Report and Today's Specialty Food Consumer research; the ecommerce enabled SFA Product Marketplace , where members showcase products and sell directly to qualified buyers; SFA Feed , the daily source for industry news, trends and new product information, and Spill & Dish: A Specialty Food Association Podcast .

Koita Italian Plant-Based Milks Selected by Sprouts Farmers Market to Launch in All 380 Stores Spanning 23 U.S. States

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Montag, Oktober 3, 2022
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Koita milks are produced and packed in Italy and designed by a group of experienced Italian baristas.

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  • Koita milks are produced and packed in Italy and designed by a group of experienced Italian baristas.
  • We are excited that Koitas organic, plant-based milks are now on the shelves at all Sprouts Farmers Market locations.
  • All Koita milks that will be sold at Sprouts are organic, non-dairy, vegan, gluten free, non-GMO and free of carrageenan.
  • Koitas premium Italian, shelf-stable, plant-based milks are now available at all Sprouts Farmers Market locations, independent grocers across the U.S., and on amazon.com .

Popadelics™ Crunchy Mushroom Chips Headlines Electric Zoo Music Festival

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Dienstag, Juli 26, 2022
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NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Popadelics Crunchy Mushroom Chips announced today that it is set to be an official partner of Electric Zoo 3.0, the 13th edition of the renowned EDM music festival taking place September 2-4, 2022 on Randall's Island in New York, NY. Popadelics will be hosting an exclusive onsite experience for festival attendees, including sampling and vending of all three of its bold, mouth-watering flavors – Trippin' Truffle Parm, Twisted Thai Chili, and Rad Rosemary and Salt, as well as branded swag giveaways.

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  • NEW YORK, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Popadelics Crunchy Mushroom Chips announced today that it is set to be an official partner of Electric Zoo 3.0, the 13th edition of the renowned EDM music festival taking place September 2-4, 2022 on Randall's Island in New York, NY.
  • Electric Zoo is one of the country's most renowned EDM music festivals, hosting over 100,000 attendees over its three days.
  • This year, Electric Zoo 3.0 will feature star-studded headliners including Porter Robinson, Diplo, Armin van Buuren, and Martin Garrix.
  • Popadelics has also launched its Popadelics x Electric Zoo Sweepstakes , with the top prize consisting of two, three-day general admission tickets to Electric Zoo 3.0.

Stonewall Kitchen Family of Brands Announces July 2022 Product Launch

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Mittwoch, Juli 6, 2022
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York, Maine, July 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stonewall Kitchen and its family of brands are adding sixty-two new products to their extensive portfolio this summer.

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  • York, Maine, July 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stonewall Kitchen and its family of brands are adding sixty-two new products to their extensive portfolio this summer.
  • Vermont Coffee Company, acquired by Stonewall Kitchen in 2021, energizes their collection with a new flavored coffee line, a first for the brand.
  • The Village Candle line isnt the only expansion to the Family of Brands candle collection, with three new seasonal candles by Stonewall Kitchens newest brand, Michel Design Works.
  • Stonewall Kitchens July product launch also features their annual holiday packaging collection, featuring one-of-its-kind seasonal designs, created by Stonewall Kitchens Creative Director, to make gift giving convenient for friends and family with no wrapping necessary.

Michel Design Works Named Gift Industry Vendor of the Year

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Dienstag, Juni 28, 2022
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The ceremony, hosted by Gifts and Decorative Accessories, gathered together retailers, wholesalers and gift industry professionals to celebrate the awards.

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  • The ceremony, hosted by Gifts and Decorative Accessories, gathered together retailers, wholesalers and gift industry professionals to celebrate the awards.
  • We are honored to have been chosen for this award, said Bob Harris, Vice President of Sales & Creative for Michel Design Works.
  • What makes this even more special is that the voting is comprised of customers and retailers in the gift and home industry.
  • Michel Design Works was founded by Deborah and Bruce Michel and has been in operation for over 30 years, joining Stonewall Kitchen in November of 2021.

Specialty Food Association Trendspotter Panel Selects Top Trends for 2022 Summer Fancy Food Show

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Donnerstag, Juni 23, 2022
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Mush Garden Shiitake Mushroom Crisps made with a vacuum-frying technique, also available in tomato and okra

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  • Mush Garden Shiitake Mushroom Crisps made with a vacuum-frying technique, also available in tomato and okra
    Root Foods Tomato Chips, flash fried.
  • "The tomato version looks just like a dehydrated tomato, a little bit unlike your sun-dried varieties (which are experiencing a nostalgia-related resurgence).
  • The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $175 billion specialty food industry for 70 years.
  • Founded in 1952 in New York City, the SFA represents manufacturers, importers, retailers, distributors, brokers, and others in the trade.

Specialty Food Association Summer Fancy Food Show Exhibitors Donate 112,000 Pounds of Specialty Food to City Harvest

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Dienstag, Juni 21, 2022
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"The Summer Fancy Food Show is one of the biggest and most important food rescues City Harvest undertakes each year," said Jenna Harris, Associate Director of Donor Relations & Supply Chain for City Harvest. "This year, we were able to rescue more than 112,000 pounds of incredible gourmet food and immediately deliver it -- free of charge -- to food pantries and soup kitchens across New York City. From artisan meats and cheeses to delectable desserts and gourmet beverages, the food we rescued from the Summer Fancy Food Show helped feed thousands of our New York neighbors in need. We are so grateful for the continued partnership with the Specialty Food Association."

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  • On the final day of the Show, exhibitors donated their surplus specialty food to City Harvest.
  • Volunteers collected 112,000 pounds of specialty foods and beverages from the 66th Summer Fancy Food Show.
  • "The Summer Fancy Food Show is one of the biggestand most important food rescues City Harvest undertakes each year," said Jenna Harris, Associate Director of Donor Relations & Supply Chain for City Harvest.
  • The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been the leading trade association and source of information about the $175 billion specialty food industry for 70 years.

STERLING CAVIAR Wins Both the Gold Award in the Seafood Category and Product of the Year Award in sofi™ Awards

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Freitag, Juni 17, 2022
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Sterling Caviar Royal Grade was one of 102 winners—eventually taking the coveted top prize--selected by a panel of specialty food experts from nearly 2,000 entries across 53 product categories. Products are judged on taste, including flavor, appearance, texture and aroma, ingredient quality, and innovation.  All tastings are anonymous and are held at the Rutgers Food Innovation Center.

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  • This award followed Sterling Caviar's win, last month, of the sofi Gold Award in the Seafood Category.
  • This the first time in the history of the sofi Awards where caviar, as a first-time entry, has taken home the top Gold Award in the Seafood Category and Product of the Year.
  • "We are honored that Sterling Caviar ROYAL Grade has won a Gold Award in the Seafood Category, and also the prestigious Product of the Year Award," says Myra Tallerico, General Manager/COO of Sterling Caviar.
  • "This is a true testament to the commitment and pride our entire staff have in producing a quality product.

Filiera Italia and Coldiretti inaugurate "the authentic Italian Food System" booth at Fancy Food in New York

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Montag, Juni 13, 2022
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That is why it is important to provide comprehensive information to consumers in order to enhance and protect our Italian food and wine heritage."

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  • That is why it is important to provide comprehensive information to consumers in order to enhance and protect our Italian food and wine heritage."
  • This is affirmed by Luigi Scordamaglia, the CEO of Filiera Italia, introducing the opening works of the booth of Filiera Italia and Coldiretti at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York (Level 3 2717 Italy).
  • The concept of "Made in Italy" is a repository of food excellence and ties to regions, culture and tradition of Italy.
  • ABOUT FILIERA ITALIA: Filiera Italia is the alliance that unites agriculture, which is represented by Coldiretti, Europe's largest agricultural organization, with the Italian food industry of excellence.