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Kitchenware News & Housewares Review Show Daily 4 9 Sunday, March 3, 2019 A Unique Experience, Centuries in the Making: Le Gruyère AOP Switzerland In 1115 A.D., a cheese was discovered in western Switzerland – a region with rolling fields, scenic mountains and a majestic castle. This place, Gruyères, is the origin of the only true Le Gruyère AOP, with the unrivaled quality and fla- vor known the world over for more than 900 years. But how was cheese 'discovered'? In the old times, the farmers couldn't keep the milk their cows produced for very long without spoiling, so they decid- ed to try to produce something that would last longer. The result was – cheese! – and in particular, Gruyère. They soon dis- covered that this cheese, because its taste was unique and very appealing, could be exchanged with others for goods, servic- es – even soldiers! As time went on, Gruyère became famous for its unique flavor, and like most exceptional things, fame begat imi- tation. Cheese makers from other coun- tries tried to make their own Gruyère, even calling it by the same name, but they always produced a cheese with a dif- ferent flavor, which became very confus- ing. Gruyère had become not only popu- lar, with a worldwide demand, but impor- tant to the region's economy as well. Something had to be done! The most consumed cheese in Switzerland, and one of the most well-known in the world, is now – since 2001 – protected with an "AOP" designation, which in English means Protected Designation of Origin (PDO). This guarantees a clear origin, a level of quality and a complete traceability back to the region of produc- tion. Le Gruyère AOP Switzerland takes it a step further, and places markings on each wheel that enable it to be tracked to the specific dairy in the region that pro- duced it. There is only one true Le Gruyère AOP, the incomparable cheese from Switzerland. The "Le Gruyère AOP" mark on the side of the wheel proves it. Today, Gruyère AOP is made in 170 small batches, with fresh, raw milk, and no additives or preservatives – it is 100 percent natu- ral. The same recipe is used from more than nine centuries ago, a time before the use of additives and synthetic feed and ingre- dients were the norm. As such, Le Gruyère AOP is still tightly linked with the local, long-held traditions and terroir of Switzerland. This is why it's said that each taste of Le Gruyère AOP is a unique experience, centuries in the making. For more information, go to www .gruyere.com or email interprofession @gruyere.com. Jana Foods: Traditional, Fresh, Natural Founded in 1995, Jana Foods is a New Jersey-based importer of fine cheese from around the world. Over the years, the company has established a strong portfolio of brands from many different countries, including Holland, England, Australia, Denmark, Argentina, Czech Republic, Greece, Italy, Hungary and others. It carefully selects its suppliers and holds them to rigorous standards of quality, consistency and value. All of its products are produced in the tradi- tional way, and are made with only fresh and natural ingredients. Its vast assortment of products are offered in multiple sizes and packaging options to try and meet each customer's needs. It has maintained its small company val- ues and attention to detail, with a staff that has over a century of industry experience. Featured Product: Ivy's Vintage Reserve Cheddar by Wyke Farms Ivy's family founded Wyke Farms in the 1860s in Somerset, U.K., and now, three generations later, her family is still using that same recipe for turning their fresh milk into cheese with perfect texture and exquisite taste. Ivy's Vintage Reserve Cheddar is matured for no fewer than 15 months, and brings the flavor of lush pas- tures to the rich, mellow and silky cheese. It has won more awards than any other Cheddar. Wyke Farms is proud to be the U.K.'s first national Cheddar brand to use power and gas derived from 100 percent renewable sources. It sources all of its electricity and gas from both solar and biogas, generated from the farm and dairy waste. The biogas energy is gener- ated from its own anaerobic digester (AD) plant, which saves Wyke Farms over 20 million kilos of carbon dioxide per annum. It doesn't end there, though; it also recovers heat from the generators and never wastes electricity that it uses. All of its equipment has low energy inverters installed, it drives solar pow- ered vehicles and it even has LED lights that automatically switch off. The Clothier family has been follow- ing farming traditions in the heart of Somerset for over 150 years and making award-winning cheddar from Grandmother Ivy's secret recipe for gen- erations. Wyke remains a truly tradition- al family business. Ivy's four grandchil- dren share her passion for cheese making where flavor, texture and taste are para- mount. For more information, go to www.janafoods.com, email info@jana foods.com or call 201.866.5001. Blue Moose Launches Snack-Size Hummus Packs Blue Moose has just launched two new product lines in snack sizes: its Organic On The Go Hummus Snack Pack and Organic Moose Minis 100 Calorie Single Serve Cups. "With the shift in trends towards snacking, we're filling a void in the mar- ketplace to ensure our customers don't have to sacrifice convenience for quality or taste," said Tenley Satre, President of Blue Moose. "We're thrilled to be able to deliver nutrient dense organic snacks that you can truly feel good about." Organic On The Go Hummus Snack Packs buck the status quo by pairing its hummus with organic carrot sticks rather than pretzels or chips. The nutrient- packed dehydrated carrot sticks are made by Rhythm Superfoods. With 150 calo- ries, 5g protein and 0g added sugar per container, this snack delivers real nutri- tion. Available in three flavors: Original, Roasted Red Pepper and Lemon Turmeric. Organic Moose Minis 100 Calorie Single Serve Cups are convenient grab- and-go containers of creamy hummus for consumers to pair with their own dippers. Available in three flavors: Original, Roasted Red Pepper and Lemon Turmeric. As with all products in Blue Moose's hummus portfolio, the new snacks are certified organic by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and non-GMO by the Non-GMO Project. They're also certified gluten free, and they're vegan and con- tain no preservatives.