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Pilgrim's revitalizes frozen chicken with all-new lineup

Pilgrim’s unveils a new brand identity, flavor-packed product portfolio, and original song and music video.




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Kayco unveils Manichewitz rebrand, new Tuscanini lineup

The 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show marked the first time that the Kayco Kosher division had a presence, marking its debut into the specialty food market with a focus on the Manischewitz and Tuscanini brands.




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MìLà unveils potsticker-style dumplings at Walmart

One of the U.S.’s fastest-growing Chinese dumpling brands continues to expand its product line and retail footprint.




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Daiya gives its plant-based pizzas a makeover

The changes include recently reformulated dairy-free cheese that uses oat milk, as well as a new meatless pepperoni recipe.




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Aldi announces snack and bakery Finds for November 2024

The limited-time items released by the chain feature a wide range of sweet treats, savory snacks, holiday products, and more.




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First Watch releases new flavors for holiday season

Holidays have arrived at First Watch, as the breakfast, brunch, and lunch concept has launched its limited-time seasonal menu.




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Manitoba Harvest debuts Superseed Clusters

The bite-sized snacks are filled with hemp hearts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, chai, flax, and quinoa, and are Manitoba’s debut into the snacking category.




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Norman Love Confections launches Thanksgiving pies

Norman Love Confections' holiday selections include Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Apple Pie, Pumpkin Cheesecake, and Carrot Cake.




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Casey’s unveils Pickle Wrap Pizza

The pizza puts a twist on a ham-and-pickle roll-up, a classic Midwest appetizer commonly found at potlucks and tailgate parties.




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AMC launches Cinnamon Butter Microwave Popcorn

The sweet-and-savory snack joins the producer’s Classic Butter and Extra Butter popcorn varieties already on shelves.




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Spooky treats expanding to include adults, savory snacks

Candy is still dandy, but there is an increasingly broad range of trick-or-treat options.




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Second Nature Brands snaps up Voortman

Second Nature Brands LLC will acquire the Voortman cookie brand from The J.M. Smucker Co. in an all-cash transaction worth $305 million.




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PepsiCo Foods reveals first Culinary Advisory Board

PepsiCo is launching a new initiative that will introduce people to new food experiences with the inaugural PepsiCo Foods Culinary Advisory Board.




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Stratas Foods to acquire NJ-based AAK Foodservice

The addition of AAK Foodservice, Hillside aligns with Stratas Foods’ long-term growth objectives, particularly within the value-added oils, dressings, sauces, and mayonnaise categories.




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Rivalz reveals expansion, Smart Snack compliance

Rivalz is now available at major retailers including select Sprouts, Nugget Markets, Bristol Farms, and now Meijer and Fred Meyer stores.





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Kraft Heinz adds new executive vice president

Angel Shelton Willis will join the company's executive leadership team and report to CEO Carlos-Abrams Rivers.




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Kellanova launches products at Pilot, Flying J locations

The company is introducing PopTarts Crunchy Poppers and Pringles products at the roadside convenience stores.




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Bimbo Bakehouse Foodservice debuts Double Decker Hamburger Bun

Available in a fully sliced and thaw and serve format, the product is a convenient labor-lean option for operators, requiring little to no prep and minimal employee training.




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Hardee's brings back heart-shaped biscuits for Valentine's Day

Hardee's will offer its Made from Scratch Buttermilk Biscuits in the shape of a heart on all breakfast sandwiches Feb. 1–14.




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Gonnella debuts brioche buns for foodservice

The brioche can be cross-utilized throughout all dayparts from contemporary breakfast to savory dinner creations.




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Dave's Killer Bread launches Organic Rock 'N' Rolls

The new offering caters to the growing consumer interest in diverse bread options and is the first nationally available roll from Dave’s Killer Bread.




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Ace Bakery rolls out artisan burger buns for foodservice

Reportedly boasting a high glossy crown, soft texture, and clean flavor, each bun is crafted with the same natural starters, slow fermentation process, and simple ingredients that Ace Bakery is known for.




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Gonnella bakes blend of tradition and innovation into breads

In the award-winning FX television drama The Bear, bread plays a crucial roll—namely, the hinged Italian rolls used in crafting Chef Carmen Berzatto’s famous beef sandwiches.




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La Brea Bakery rolls out breads in over 1,000 Target stores

Consumers can experience Artisan French Dinner Rolls and Baguette & Sandwich Rolls fresh in their own kitchen in minutes.




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Five portfolio management mistakes brand managers make

Product manufacturers need to continuously evaluate portfolio strategies to defend financial goals and positioning for the short- and long-term.




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State of the Industry 2016: Bars continue to address diverse lifestyle needs

The bars category continues show good to strong levels of growth, with sufficiently diversified product offerings to appeal to nearly every type of shopper. Few product categories so seamlessly fit into today’s on-the-go lifestyle suited to on-demand snacking.




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Exclusive interview: Making healthy snack choices with graze

Snacking healthier is getting easier nowadays with graze, a subscription box that also sells its products in stores. 




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State of the Industry 2017: Snack mixes and nuts get inventive

Snack mix and nut products have extended their reach over the past year as consumers continue to seek varieties that are full of flavor innovation and adventure. “On-the-go” snack packs also appeal to consumers, and some have bold, new flavors that will make them stand out on the grocery store shelves.




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State of the Industry 2017: Pretzels get a flavor makeover

Once a simple snack aisle staple, the humble pretzel is experiencing a resurgence, as restaurant menus tap into the classic flavors of this ubiquitous snack. According to Mintel, Chicago, there has been significant growth in the number of pretzel buns on menus recently, to the tune of 97 percent more items on menus than in previous years.




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Creative cookies get thinner, healthier and offer innovative flavors

In a retail landscape that demands that snacks and baked goods have it all—great taste, affordable pricing, innovative flavors, recognizable ingredients and boosted nutrition—one category in particular is rising to the challenge: cookies.




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Online exclusive: Developing breads, buns and rolls to meet top U.S. foodservice trends

Insights into the top sandwich trends across the U.S. restaurant industry, including R&D inspirations for sandwich-specific breads, buns and rolls.




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Consumers seek convenient, reliable, sustainable packaging

Today's snack and bakery consumers want food products in packaging that offers convenience, reliable functionality and sustained freshness. They're looking for better-for-you snacks in single-serve portions and resealability.




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Paris Baguette invites consumers to celebrate Easter with new seasonal offerings

Paris Baguette will be offering a mochi and a King Cream doughnut, plus a chocolate cake, Easter log, and Easter layer cake for the spring season.




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Nothing Bundt Cakes launches LTO Lemon Blueberry flavor

Nothing Bundt Cakes tested the new flavor in a handful of markets last year and received a positive response, leading to its nationwide launch.




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Lemon flavors take over Paris Baguette this summer

Handmade on-site by the brand's expert bakers and cakers, the menu is getting a lemon twist this season, including a new innovation: the Supreme Croissant, available in lemon and chocolate varieties. 




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Crumbl reveals Strawberry Shortcake LTO

Crumbl's Strawberry Shortcake features a double-stacked vanilla shortcake layered with fresh whipped cream and housemade strawberry jam.




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Café Valley introduces Girl Scout Mini Cupcakes

Café Valley is introducing a new line of Girl Scout Cookie-inspired mini cupcakes, available beginning in August in five different flavors.




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Café Valley introduces 7UP, Crush soda mini cupcakes

The new 12-count mini cupcakes are rolling out to select retailers nationwide now.




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Nothing Bundt Cakes, Pop-Tarts announce flavor collab

Nothing Bundt Cakes and Pop-Tarts have joined forces to release a new cake flavor, Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts, available Aug. 19 to Sept. 1, while supplies last.




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Nothing Bundt Cakes spices up fall with four LTO flavors

The brand's Tastes of Autumn Collection debuts new Pop-Up flavors and brings back its Pumpkin Spice flavor.




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Albertsons debuts new private label line

Retailer’s first significant private label line debut in recent years boasts sweet treats, dessert toppings, seasonal favorites, scented candles, and more designed to celebrate life’s everyday moments.




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Tous les Jours unveils Halloween collection

The nationwide bakery café chain is offering a limited-edition Halloween collection to celebrate the festive season.




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Sprinkles, Miyoko’s Creamery partner on vegan cupcake

The limited-time bakery treat is made with Miyoko’s Cinnamon Brown Sugar Oat Milk Butter.




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State of the Industry 2023: Chocolate prevails in taste, texture, experience

Chocolate is a treat that will never go out of style—whether it’s a consumer purchasing it for their own consumption, or perhaps as a gift for friends or family, it is a well-loved dessert. 




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State of the Industry 2024: Bakers continue to show resilience and creativity

Producers face ongoing pressures, but they keep demonstrating their strength.




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State of the Industry 2024: Pretzels continue flavor innovation

The pretzel category rose 6.4% in sales over the past year.




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State of the Industry: Affordable luxury in private label

Consumers crave budget-friendly treats.




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State of the Industry 2024: Candy industry continues to innovate

The desire for distinctive offerings drives consumer choices in candy and confectionery.




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New and updated laminators and sheeters provide flexibility and convenience features

Ease of cleaning, maintenance and access, as well as the ability to produce a wider variety of items, are among the top desires of companies looking to purchase dough laminators and sheeters for production of snack foods and baked goods.




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New dough laminators and sheeters offer advances in product flexibility

Dough comes in many styles, and today's laminators and sheeters need to accommodate an increasing range of requirements.