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Restaurant Daily News 6 7 Saturday, May 18, 2019 Udi's Gluten Free and Gardein Plant-Based Proteins Nearly 45 percent of Americans are experimenting with their approach to eat- ing, and many of them are looking to gluten-free or plant-based diets. Udi's ® and Gardein™ products provide the deli- cious flavor, ease of use and category expertise you need to take your menu beyond the basics and offer something for everyone. Gardein Plant-Based Protein For consumers seeking a healthier, plant-forward lifestyle, such as the one- third of Americans who consider them- selves "flexitarians," Gardein offers plant-based cuisine in an abundance of flavors and varieties that will excite the palate and help create a wide selection of meat-free menu options for any time of day. Vegan/vegetarian diet-based menu claims have risen 17 percent, and Gardein boasts the widest variety in the plant-based protein category to help you refresh your menu. The newest addi- tions to the Gardein family of products reflect the latest foodservice trends. Create in-demand entrées, appetizers, breakfasts and sides featuring Breaded Chick'n Breasts and Wings, Sliced Italian Saus'age, Breakfast Saus'age Patties and Beefless, Black Bean and Chick'n Slider Patties. Gardein has partnered with Meatless Monday to create a program to help oper- ators benefit even more from the trend toward plant-based dishes – and participating in Meatless Monday reduces your environmental impact. Visit www.gardeinmeatless monday.com for details, recipes and much more. Udi's Gluten Free Since 2013, the number of menus featur- ing gluten-free items has increased 182 percent, and Udi's products will help you make sure your operation is cashing in on the gluten-free trend with a pleasing tex- ture and delicious taste enjoyed by every- one. Udi's offers breads, rolls, buns, tor- tillas, pizza crusts and more to expand your menu offerings. With Udi's as your partner, serving gluten-free products is a snap. It has cre- ated the Udi's Gluten Free 1-2- 3 program to assist operators with setting up their operation. Visit www.udisglutenfree123 .com to see how easy gluten free can be. Easy to Implement Don't miss out on the additional traffic, revenue and customer satisfaction from patrons seeking plant-based or gluten-free options. Both Gardein and Udi's products are nearly effortless to implement in your existing menu – then use their broad product portfolios to inspire even more creative menu ideas. To learn more, visit booth #1453, go to foodservice.pinnaclefoods.com or call 866.816.7313. BSI Introduces the Next Big Thing in Food Guards BSI, an industry leader in food guards and counter fabrication, is unveiling several new guard designs and product upgrades. The newest guard in BSI's lineup allows for a three-axis adjustment in a totally new way. The new patent-pending design is so simple to use it only requires one per- son to adjust the h e i g h t , angle or projection of the glass. In addition to the thoughtful design, brackets can be removed or added to a guard that has a top shelf or rear leg. This swing-arm design allows for quick retrofits, simple layout reconfigurations and the ability to add mid-shelves and top shelves after installation. BSI is also debuting a new long- span guard that can reach more than 16 feet without a center support. BSI's ClearSpan and MegaSpan have long been industry favorites, and this new guard complements these products with a minimalist approach that will be at home in the most modern of environ- ments or blend elegantly into a more tra- ditional servery. The new long-span guard removes as much hardware as pos- sible and still supports the weight of a top shelf, heat, lights and glass panels over impossibly long spans with no deflection. BSI is also highlighting a new riff on Solera heated merchandisers. The round, portable pedestals are an elegant way to display hot items. The units have modu- lar base extensions, so the height can be adjusted between 3 inches to 8.5 inches to let users create multi-tiered displays that beautifully showcase food. The bases can also be powder-coated to match the décor. For more information, go to www.bsidesigns.com.