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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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Hot Pockets celebrates return of BBQ Recipe Beef

Made famous for its tangy and sweet BBQ sauce flavor, premium beef, and savory crust, Hot Pockets BBQ Recipe Beef is back by popular demand.




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Big Mozz puts mozzarella sticks into a bite-size treat

The company has been manufacturing premium mozzarella sticks since it was founded in 2015.




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Feel Good Foods launches gluten-free soup dumplings

The brand's new product brings chef-crafted and globally inspired flavors to consumers nationwide.




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J&J Snack Foods introduces Brauhaus soft pretzel line

The Bavarian-style sourdough pretzels are intended to deliver authentic European flavor and texture.




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Final Boss Sour secures $3M in seed funding

The capital infusion will be used to scale up inventory, hire key operational staff, and broaden its network of creators and brand ambassadors.




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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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Pure Protein launches Hot 'N Spicy Cheesy Crackers

Pure Protein’s Hot ‘N Spicy Cheesy Crackers are only 130 calories and include 10 g of protein and 1 g of sugar per serving. 




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Cookbook author, restauranteur launches waffle mix

The owner of Nana's Chicken & Waffles and Food Network personality will launch a waffle mix under her "Kooking with Kelli" brand.




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SkinnyDipped releases holiday lineup

SkinnyDipped is releasing a new flavor lineup for the holidays, including Maple Kiss, Pumpkin Spice, Peppermint, and Mocha Splash.




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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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Keurig Dr Pepper to acquire Ghost

The addition of the brand will reportedly accelerate KDP's portfolio evolution towards consumer-preferred spaces.




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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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Canyon Bakehouse Gluten Free debuts Hawaiian Sweet Rolls

Canyon Bakehouse's newest addition to its gluten-free lineup will be available nationwide this fall.




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St Pierre releases range of bake at home products

Brioche brand moves into bake at home market, with a new range of authentic French baguettes and rolls.




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Companion Baking refreshes its packaging

The new packaging delivers not only an all-new look but additional proficiencies that make the product even better, for longer. 




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La Brea Bakery debuts limited-edition holiday breads

Cranberry Walnut Loaf and Savory Holiday Rolls hit store shelves nationwide.




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La Brea Bakery introduces plant-based brioche bun option

After a brief production hiatus, the La Brea Bakery Brioche Bun returns as a plant-based bread that embodies the same hallmark buttery flavor and crumb of a traditional brioche.




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Martin's Potato Rolls expands to Cincinnati retail market

Martin's fresh-baked products are now available for purchase at 65 Kroger stores throughout Cincinnati, Ohio.




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Companion Baking helps producers forge a recipe for bread success

The bakery consulting company shares insights from its three decades of history.




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La Brea Bakery releases limited-time-only holiday breads

The brand is returning two favorites to shelves: its Cranberry Walnut Loaf and Take & Bake Savory Holiday Rolls.




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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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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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Sara Lee Artesano says 'aloha' to Hawaiian bread, buns

The brand expands the Artesano portfolio, offering one lucky Miami fan a trip to Hawaii.




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King's Hawaiian releases LTO 'Despicable Me 4' packaging

King's Hawaiian partners with AMC Theatres and Despicable Me 4 for Soft Pretzel Bites and LTO packaging.




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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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Quaker Breakfast Flats

Quaker Breakfast Flats from The Quaker Oats. Co. offers consumers a filling morning snack option.




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Walkers Gluten Free Shortbread Two-Pack

Walkers Shortbread now offers its Gluten Free Pure Butter Shortbread and Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Shortbread in two-cookie packs.




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Today’s scales and checkweighers address bakers & snack manufacturers changing packaging needs

Equipment manufacturers offering scales and checkweighers now offer systems that feature data connectivity, hygienic design, high speeds, improved accuracy, less waste and the ability to maintain traceability. And in addition to all these improvements, today’s scales and checkweighers are easier to use than earlier models.




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Otis Spunkmeyer introduces consumer-focused retail line

The well-known sweets brand has launched 20 prepackaged sweet treats that consumers can purchase at retailers nationwide and online.




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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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State of the Industry 2016: Desserts get real, healthier and small

Despite Americans’ growing interest in healthier diets and better-for-you foods made with real ingredients, people still enjoy treating themselves to dessert, be it a piece of frosted layer cake, a slice of silky crème pie or a sliver of decadent cheesecake.




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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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Desserts dare to be different through better-for-you ingredients and portion control

With better-for-you trends top of mind across the food industry, how does an indulgent category like desserts fare?




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Case Study: Organic snack manufacturer doubles packaging speeds with integrated turnkey solutions from tna

Riverside Natural Foods was able to double its packaging speeds by installing new packaging systems from tna.




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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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IRI insights into 2022 snack and bakery trends

Eating occasions and flavor directions factor into industry activity and planning.




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Bob's Red Mill debuts Bob's Signature Blends Baking Mixes

Consumers can add eggs, butter or oil, and water for homemade baked goods with the new mixes.




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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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HelloFresh brings 'Friends' trifle meal to life

The limited-edition meal kit is inspired by the series’ Thanksgiving episode and features all the pre-portioned ingredients to recreate the sweet and savory trifle.




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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: Mints sales remain fresh

It makes sense that mint sales are up (though modestly, when looking at units sold) as recovery from the effects of the pandemic marches on. 




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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: Consumers search for healthier bread options

Consumers have been looking to eat healthier, and producers are responding, offering multigrain, keto, and other options for loaf bread.