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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2019 n GOURMET NEWS N H 6 8 Experience Ginger in a New Way with Savortree Herb Crystals Ginger Savortree™ Ginger Crystals are the newest flavor in the Herb Crystals ® line by Fresh Origins, a San Diego-based company. Made from real ginger, these Crystals have a re- freshing and authentic ginger taste and they are the hottest new ingredient for spicing up cooking at home. Not only does ginger have health and medicinal benefits, these Crystals will add delight and balance to any meal. They are zesty and crunchy with just the right amount of ginger spice. From sweet to savory, add Ginger Crystals to salads, meats, seafood, pastries, fresh fruit, gelato, choco- late and even cocktails. "I love the Herb Crystals not only for their vibrant flavor, but also for the unique texture they impart to my desserts," says Pastry Chef Johnny Iuzzini. Savortree Crystals are an original concept by Fresh Origins. They have dazzling, all- natural colors and incredible flavors that come only from fresh whole herbs and flow- ers with absolutely no added flavors, preser- vatives or coloring and they are kosher certified. Fresh Origins produces the most flavorful fresh herbs and edible flowers, which are carefully hand-har- vested at the peak of flavor and color content; these are then com- bined with cane sugar to create beautiful, flavorful crystals that look and taste amazing. Savortree Crystals add an enticing and dis- tinctive finishing touch to any culi- nary creation. Add color, texture and flavor to salads, fresh fruit, chocolates and much more. For Mixology: Savortree Mini Herb Crystals ® , Mini Flower Crystals ® and Mini Fruit Crystals ® are the next genera- tion of glass rimmers. Mini Crystals have a finer granule size than regular Crystals and are perfect for creating distinctive upscale cocktails. For Tea: Savortree Herb Crys- tals, Flower Crystals ® and Fruit Crystals ® dissolve readily in tea. Sweeten hot tea in a distinctive and delicious new way. Savortree Crystals are available in the following flavors: Herb Crystals Basil, Cilantro, Ginger, Habanero, Flower Crystals Mint, Fennel, Rose, Hibiscus, and Fruit Crys- tals Cranberry and Pumpkin Spice. They are shelf-stable and best used before six months, but can be frozen for a longer shelf life. For more information, visit www.savortree.com. SuckerPunch Gourmet Introduces Five New Pickle Spears In step with its motto, "Big Taste That Packs A Punch," SuckerPunch Gourmet is excited to announce the addition of five new pickle spears to its product line. With the enthusiastic popularity of its Spicy Garlic Original Pickles, Bread N' Bet- ter Pickles and Bloody Mary Mixes, Sucker- Punch Gourmet has taken the next step in building a portfolio of taste sensations by adding five flavor-packed pickle spears to its line: the signature Original, Classic Dill, Sweet Onion and two new "fire" versions – Garlic Dill Fire and 3-Pepper Fire – made with habanero, jalapeno and arbol chiles for some extra kick. These spears are bringing innovation to the pickle aisle as never seen before! The gourmet food producer continues its commitment to using only natural ingredi- ents and creating the clean products today's consumers are looking for. By using only the finest cucumbers, SuckerPunch Gourmet is able to create pickles that are crisp with a snap akin to their fresh counterparts found in the deli section. By adding a unique com- bination of spices that vary by recipe, the portfolio of pickles delivers a bold, el- evated taste experience second to none. SuckerPunch Gourmet pickles and Bloody Mary Mixes are available at retail- ers across the country, including Safeway, Albertsons, New Seasons, Mariano's and Hannaford. Since launching on the retail scene less than two years ago, Sucker- Punch Gourmet has become the fastest growing brand within both the pickle and Bloody Mary Mix categories. SuckerPunch Gourmet, LLC is based out of Bridgeview, Illinois, and was founded in 2011 by artist/stay-at-home dad, David van Alphen. The company is dedicated to creating bold, fla- vorful food products with clean ingredients and no additives, preservatives, allergens or GMOs. For more information, go to www.sucker punchgourmet.com. Discover the Healthy Sweetness in The Organic Candy Factory's Gummy Bears The Organic Candy Factory, located in Los Angeles, California, was founded in 2010 by Ginger Taurek, who was five years old at the time. Her mother, Piper Cochrane, took her daughter's fantasy and made it real – and or- ganic! The company sells an alternative to "bad" candy from their "Organic Gummy Club." The company was launched at a party at Ron Robinson-Fred Segal's, one of the more popular shops in Los Angeles and fea- tured in People Magazine on the "Great Ideas" page. All of The Organic Candy Factory's prod- ucts are made with fruit pectin. They are gluten free, gelatin free, pesticide free and non-GMO. There are no preservatives, corn syrup or nuts. The candies are vegan and kosher. In 2019, the company will unveil four new flavors, more sizes and some holi- day-specific items. The company takes pride in offering infor- mational facts regarding the invisible differ- ence between refined white sugar and organic sugar. Refined white sugar is mostly pure sucrose, a "chemical marvel of cleanli- ness." In contrast, organic sugar has not been stripped of important nu- tritional ingredients. In fact, the "impurities" that are discarded in refined sugar are minerals – min- erals the public then goes out to purchase as supple- ments because they are no longer available in many of the foods pur- chased. Although organic sugar is not a "health" food, The Organic Candy Factory strongly believes it is a better option than re- fined white sugar. The organic process is also significantly more eco-friendly, with healthy agricultural processes and thus a cleaner re- fining process. Ginger, now 13, says proudly, "Organic candy tastes better, why settle for second best? Our organic Gummy Bears are one-of-a-kind!" Through her company, Ginger wants to change the way candy is viewed. She wants to reach folks who want healthy sweets, whether they are three years old, or 103. The Organic Candy Factory's Gummy Bears are not only naturally sweet to eat because of the organic sugar used to make them, they actually contain healthy nu- trients (minerals) that candy made with non- organic sugar lack. Don't miss the delight; discover the healthy sweetness in Organic Gummy Bears. For more information, go to www.organic candyfactory.com or call 310.309.7461. Novacart – The Bakeable Packaging Experts An interview with Joe Miglia, General Man- ager, Novacart. GN: What kind of products does Novacart have to offer? JM: Novacart manufactures bakeable pack- aging. Novacart's bakeable packaging is by definition packaging that you can bake right in with no need to unmold and repackage and is ready for sale. We produce over 300 styles of paper baking molds and cups to handle any baking need. GN: What does bakeable packaging mean? JM: Free-standing paper baking molds you just fill, bake and sell all in the same unit. Once filled and baked in, your goods can be sold and/or served with no need to repack- age, saving both time and money. GN: What is one question you are often asked? JM: The one question we are asked consis- tently is, 'Can I really bake in these?' Yes, our baking molds are oven-safe up to 390 de- grees Fahrenheit, as well as microwave and freezer safe. Just line up our molds on a sheet pan and fill, bake and sell. Our molds are de- signed for one-time use that eliminates the need for metal pans, no washing and no maintenance. GN: What materials go into making No- vacart products and molds? JM: Our molds are made of the finest quality food grade paper. We offer a variety of molds that fea- ture easy release coatings or laminates. Our baking cups and tulip cups are produced with grease resistant paper and designed for auto- mated denester use. We are proud to be BRC certified and FDA compliant. GN: How do consumers use your products? JM: Our products are easy to use. You place the molds on a sheet pan and bake the same way you would as in a metal pan. Sometimes baking temperatures need slight adjusting, but generally baked goods brown nicely and produce beautiful results. GN: Who uses your products? JM: Retailers, manufacturers, grocers and co-packers all use Novacart products. Retail- ers appreciate the time they save and the va- riety it brings to their bakery cases. Manu- facturers use our prod- ucts to reduce waste, labor cost and the high expense and upkeep of metal pans. GN: What is new at Novacart? JM: Our new elite Elite Tulip Cups are cre- ated with a 70 gsm heavyweight paper. They are designed to form a barrier to oil transfer, resulting in a Tulip Cup that has more rigid- ity and consistent color, which creates an ex- ceptional look for your baked good. Also, we have added to our grab and go line with three new individual sized molds with lids and have introduced three sizes of corrugated walled Panettone molds which provide struc- tural support. For more information, go to www.nova cartusa.com, call 877.896.6682 or email info@novacartusa.com.

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