Convenience food

World Pasta Day: Garofalo educates Canadians on the 3 'Ps' for Perfect Pasta Selection

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Pasta Garofalo proudly wears the ultimate seal of approval – a Pasta di Gragnano IGP certification.

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  • Pasta Garofalo proudly wears the ultimate seal of approval – a Pasta di Gragnano IGP certification.
  • To help Canadians distinguish the finest pastas, Garofalo has defined the 3 'Ps' for perfect pasta selection.
  • Pasta Garofalo has been perfecting pasta in Gragnano, Italy, the pasta capital of the world since 1789.
  • In celebration of World Pasta Day, Pasta Garofalo is sharing a recipe for an Italian fan – favourite: Garofalo Elicoidali Alla Puttanesca .

"The American Masters of Taste" Honors Eggland's Best Frozen Omelets and Breakfast Bowls with Gold Medal Seal

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chefs In America has awarded Eggland's Best's line of Frozen Omelets including the Three Cheese, Ham & Cheese and Sausage & Cheese varieties, and Breakfast Bowls including the Sausage & Cheese, Salsa, Bacon & Cheese and Loaded Potato Scramble varieties with "The American Masters of Taste SUPERIOR TASTE" Gold Medal Seal!

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  • "The awarded accolade reflects this, which is why it comes as no surprise that Eggland's Best Frozen Omelets and Breakfast Bowls have won the Gold Medal Seal this year."
  • "The American Masters of Taste" Gold Medal Seal only endorses one brand per category.
  • "Awards like the 'American Masters of Taste' Gold Medal seal reinforces the superiority of Eggland's Best eggs in convenience, taste and nutrition," said Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner.
  • Eggland's Best eggs have been the recipient of more than 100 awards and honors for the product's superior taste, nutrition, freshness and variety.

Consumers buy more frozen food in a bid to cut costs

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Frozen pork sausages cost up to 38p less than fresh, frozen cottage pie costs up to 50p less and you can make savings of up to 99p when swapping from fresh to frozen cod[1].

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  • Frozen pork sausages cost up to 38p less than fresh, frozen cottage pie costs up to 50p less and you can make savings of up to 99p when swapping from fresh to frozen cod[1].
  • The survey also found that 42% of consumers would buy more frozen food if they knew more about the sustainability, waste reduction and nutritional benefits it offered.
  • To capitalize on the growing consumer preference for all things frozen, and to help consumers to make informed choices about frozen food, the BFFF has created FrozenFoodRevolution.co.uk.
  • Launching for Frozen Food Week, 16 – 25 October 2023, the microsite will play host to the facts about frozen food while giving visitors the chance to win up to £500 of Farmfoods vouchers.

Whole Foods Market Forecasts Top 10 Food Trends for 2024

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Today, Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2024 in the retailer’s ninth-annual Trends predictions report.

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  • Today, Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2024 in the retailer’s ninth-annual Trends predictions report.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231017499980/en/
    Whole Foods Market Forecasts Top 10 Food Trends for 2024 (Photo: Business Wire)
    Each year, the Trends Council – a collective of more than 50 Whole Foods Market team members, including foragers, buyers and culinary experts – compile trend predictions based on decades of experience and expertise in product sourcing and studying consumer preferences, as well as in-depth workshopping with emerging and existing brands.
  • "From specific product ingredients and flavor trends, to growing movements in the food industry, we can't wait to see these trends gain momentum in the year ahead."
  • Even plant-based milk alternatives are participating, with some brands simplifying labels to just two ingredients — perfect for the vegetarian purist.

nutribullet® "Yeah, It's That Simple." Creative Campaign Launches as the Brand Continues to Focus on Simplicity, Speed and Nutrition

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanks to nutribullet®, the #1 single-serve blender brand in the world, making nutritious recipes has never been simpler. Today, the brand is thrilled to introduce its newest creative campaign, "Yeah, It's That Simple.," which aims to showcase its unique point of difference in the blending category: speed, versatility and simplicity.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thanks to nutribullet ® , the #1 single-serve blender brand in the world, making nutritious recipes has never been simpler.
  • Today, the brand is thrilled to introduce its newest creative campaign, " Yeah, It's That Simple., " which aims to showcase its unique point of difference in the blending category: speed, versatility and simplicity.
  • The creative campaign also reassures consumers that anyone can achieve overall nutrition and wellness in every meal with the brand's single-serve blender.
  • VCCP US led the creative and strategy work for this campaign and will also help to lead select digital and social efforts.

SUPERPRETZEL® Bavarian Soft Pretzel Sticks Now Available at Grocery Stores Nationwide

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

MT. LAUREL, N.J., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- J&J Snack Foods, a snack industry leader and creator of SUPERPRETZEL® soft pretzels, is adding an "untwisted" product to their popular pretzel portfolio with the launch of SUPERPRETZEL Bavarian Soft Pretzel Sticks. This delicious snack and meal accompaniment is now available at grocery stores nationwide, bringing restaurant-style pretzels to the freezer aisle at Target, Walmart, Winn-Dixie, Harris Teeter, Schnuck's, Jewel, Stop & Shop, Ingles, Publix, Bashas, and Giant.

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  • LAUREL, N.J., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- J&J Snack Foods, a snack industry leader and creator of SUPERPRETZEL® soft pretzels, is adding an "untwisted" product to their popular pretzel portfolio with the launch of SUPERPRETZEL Bavarian Soft Pretzel Sticks.
  • This savory, flavorful and crispier-than-ever Bavarian-style soft pretzel has arrived in stores just in time for fall.
  • SUPERPRETZEL Bavarian Soft Pretzel Sticks can be enjoyed in its purest form, alongside a sweet or savory dip, or used as the base of a sandwich – the possibilities are endless."
  • SUPERPRETZEL Bavarian Soft Pretzel Sticks are available in a 10-count package, will retail between $5.79 -$6.79, are fully baked with no artificial flavors, and ready to eat in just minutes.

Eat Happy Kitchen Announces National Retail Expansion; Availability of Pasta Sauce Varieties at Grocers in 32 States Coast to Coast

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

SANTA YNEZ, Calif., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eat Happy Kitchen, manufacturer of small-batch organically sourced, gluten-free and no sugar added food products, today announced a significant expansion to its retail distribution footprint. A range of varieties of the Eat Happy Kitchen's premium, versatile pasta sauces are now available for purchase through both traditional and specialty grocers across 32 states from coast to coast, lending to the company's 127% year-over-year growth. Notably, this expansion also marks the company's entry into the competitive Northeast market with the addition of 39 retail locations.

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  • A range of varieties of the Eat Happy Kitchen's premium, versatile pasta sauces are now available for purchase through both traditional and specialty grocers across 32 states from coast to coast, lending to the company's 127% year-over-year growth.
  • Eat Happy Kitchen's expanded retail footprint includes agreements with Texas-based Central Market , and Midwest supermarket chain Jewel-Osco , which is including all five varieties of Eat Happy Kitchen pasta sauce to help launch a premium pasta sauce section in 28 of its locations.
  • This period of substantial growth builds upon Eat Happy Kitchen's recently announced retail agreements with California-based Pavilions and Gelson's Markets .
  • To learn more about Eat Happy Kitchen, and to order Eat Happy Kitchen products if you live outside the distribution footprint, please visit www.eathappykitchen.com .

It's Here! Organic Valley Launches Limited-Time-Only Organic Reduced Fat Eggnog

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LA FARGE, Wis., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Organic Valley, America's largest organic farmer-owned dairy cooperative, is excited to announce the eagerly awaited release of its Organic Reduced Fat Eggnog, now available nationwide for the 2023 holiday season. With a made-from-scratch recipe, the new eggnog delivers with a great-tasting, creamy flavor that consumers will love. And like all Organic Valley products, the delicious eggnog is made with high-quality, organic ingredients, including milk from small family farms where the cows are raised without the use of antibiotics, synthetic hormones, toxic pesticides, or GMOs.

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  • Holiday Favorite Features New Look, New Made-from-Scratch Recipe
    LA FARGE, Wis., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Organic Valley, America's largest organic farmer-owned dairy cooperative, is excited to announce the eagerly awaited release of its Organic Reduced Fat Eggnog, now available nationwide for the 2023 holiday season.
  • And like all Organic Valley products, the delicious eggnog is made with high-quality, organic ingredients, including milk from small family farms where the cows are raised without the use of antibiotics, synthetic hormones, toxic pesticides, or GMOs.
  • Organic Valley Reduced Fat Eggnog is here for the holidays with a creamy and delicious, made-from-scratch recipe.
  • Organic Valley's eggnog is expertly crafted, blending organic milk, eggs, sugar, nutmeg, and natural flavor, ensuring that every sip is one that eggnog fans look forward to all year.

Meati Foods™ Joins Snacking Revolution with Animal-Free, Shelf-Stable Jerky

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Meati Foods ™, creator of delectable, animal-free products crafted from the company's patented, whole-food MushroomRoot™, today introduced eat meati™ jerky, a shelf-stable snack series available for shipment direct to consumers’ doorsteps.

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  • Meati Foods ™, creator of delectable, animal-free products crafted from the company's patented, whole-food MushroomRoot™, today introduced eat meati™ jerky, a shelf-stable snack series available for shipment direct to consumers’ doorsteps.
  • “We’re excited to provide a snacking solution that provides superior nutrition and incredible flavor in meati jerky and can’t wait for people to try it.
  • Meati jerky is available in the online meati Marketplace at a price of $39 direct-to-doorstep, including shipping, for three different flavor pouches, each holding 2.2 oz or two servings.
  • While the jerky is currently available only direct-to-consumer, the company plans to take learnings from this initial launch into consideration for future commercialization planning.

Family Dinner Host Andrew Zimmern Debuts New Frozen Food Line, By Andrew Zimmern

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010779457/en/
    By Andrew Zimmern - a new frozen food line from Family Dinner Host Andrew Zimmern (Photo: Business Wire)
    Connecting people through a shared love of food and cultures has been both a passion and life theme for Zimmern in his roles as a chef, on TV in series such as Family Dinner, and as a food writer.
  • The ‘By Andrew Zimmern’ frozen food entrées at Walmart enable him to reach even more people with a line that both makes an impact on the industry, helping to reshape the frozen food category, and is simultaneously very personal to him.
  • “These frozen meals are a result of years of exploration, passion, and dedication to the art of cooking,” says Andrew Zimmern.
  • With 'By Andrew Zimmern' frozen entrées, it is possible to enjoy chef-quality comfort food meals with all the quality and none of the stress."