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www.gourmetnews.com n JUNE 2019 GOURMET NEWS 1 0 2 line of appliances. With eye-catching packaging and high- quality products, ChocoMaker is a fresh al- ternative for baking, party and bulk sections alike. Using consumer research combined with experienced culinologists, flavor technologists and pastry chefs housed in its new Buffalo, New York-based Innovation Center, the ChocoMaker team continually explores new product concepts and ways in which people celebrate with chocolate. This year, ChocoMaker is launching three new products – Natural Candy Wafers™ made with no artificial colors, ChocoDriz- zlers™ and Sprinkle Variety Packs. When it comes to a coating, most con- sumers want wafers that melt and flow eas- ily. ChocoMaker Natural Candy Wafers melt faster and become silkier than other wafers. These non-GMO wafers contain no hydro- genated oils and come in milk/white/dark flavors as well as salted caramel and seven eye-catching, natural colors. They are pro- duced using only natural chocolate cocoas, real vanilla, no artificial colors and pure cane sugars. Whether dipping fresh fruit or pret- zels in melted chocolate or glazing a whole cake, ChocoMaker Natural Wafers result in a more uniform, smoother and superior coat- ing. Next up, ChocoMaker ChocoDrizzlers offer an easy-to-use, on-demand decorating product. Its conventional and brightly-col- ored Candy Wafer chips are packed into a patent-pending microwaveable pouch. Just warm/melt for a few seconds, snip the tip of the package and decorate. They are perfect for many retail applications, including the baking aisle. Finally, the ChocoMaker Sprinkle Va- riety Packs offer a mix of eight beads, shimmies and other shapes in the same package – perfect for all decorating oc- casions. They are part of a broad baking decorette line featuring beautiful, con- temporary shapes and colors, as well as a pleasant taste which does not overpower baked treats. The shimmies and beads are thinner, smaller and more delicate than ordinary sprinkles, and the shimmer coat- ings add a touch of glamor to any cre- ation. ChocoMaker products have long offered consumers a unique opportunity to work with higher quality chocolate and coatings, and with products which are easier to use than conventional wafers or block. Choco- Maker now continues this innovation with its naturally-colored wafers, ChocoDriz- zlers and Sprinkle Variety Packs featuring its most popular individual decorette items. ChocoMaker products are available in grocery stores, party and craft stores, and se- lect national and international retailers. For more information, go to www. chocomaker.com, call 716.877.3146 or email info@chocomaker.com. ChocoMaker (Cont'd. from p. 1) that provide energy, support metabolism and act as super fuel for the brain. Love Good Fats bars have just 1-2 grams of sugar, 4-5 grams of net carbohydrates and are gluten-free, soy-free, non-GMO, contain no artificial preservatives, no sugar alcohols and are also keto-friendly. The bars have a truffle-like core that simply melts in your mouth and are offered in six delicious flavors, including Peanut Butter Chocolatey, Coconut Chocolate Chip, Mint Chocolate Chip, Rich Chocolatey Almond and new plant-based flavors Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Peanut Butter & Jelly. The keto diet is a big trend right now. There is a huge white space for convenient high fat, low carb snacks and foods. In gen- eral, snacks need to have only 4-5g of net carbohydrates to be considered friendly for the keto diet. Three of the biggest pitfalls most bars on the market have are: they con- tain too much protein (over 10g per serving) or not enough fat to sustain a keto diet and too much sugar. Love Good Fats hits the sweet spot. Of all the bars on the market in North America today, none of them are low sugar (1-2g), high fat (13-14g), and have a moderate amount of protein (9-10g) – except Love Good Fats. As consumers are seeking to live healthier lifestyles, Love Good Fats snack bars are a must in your stores. Whether shoppers are doing the keto diet or just trying to eat healthier in general, Love Good Fats prod- ucts are a terrific option. Fat is back. Sugar is out. For more information, go to www.love goodfats.com, call 888.656.8343 or email info@lovegoodfats.com. Love Good Fats (Cont'd. from p. 1) many fine Jasper Specialty Foods products into the hands of health-conscious almond lovers around the world. Brand new to the mix of Jake's Nut Roast- ers' creative line of specialty almond snacks is Jake's distinctively packaged Roasted Salted Inshell Almonds. Definitely a twist on today's typical packaged almond products, these inshell almonds provide an unparal- leled snacking experience, and make eating this healthy, plant-based snack both fun and satisfying ... and they are perfect for sharing, too! Produced in a dedicated peanut-free facil- ity and sourced from Jake's own orchards, these premium California almonds are dry roasted and seasoned in small batches to de- liver exceptional quality. Health benefits abound with California almonds, which con- tain a wholesome blend of both monounsat- urated and polyunsaturated fats known to help reduce cholesterol levels and support cardiovascular health. Jake's Roasted Salted Inshell Almonds are packaged in a unique and reusable 16-ounce burlap bag, allowing for easy access and convenient storage. Jake's rustic burlap bag has a classic, masculine appearance that looks great on a store shelf, kitchen counter or table centerpiece. Reach in and grab a handful of these tasty almonds ... just twist and crack for a delicious snack! Be sure to try some of Jake's other bold and unique sea- soned almond products, "Straight from Jake's Orchard" to you. Jasper Specialty Foods is a multi-genera- tional, family-run operation headquartered in Newman, California, specializing in the pro- duction of unique almond related food snacks, confections and other treats for the specialty food market. "From Farm to Mar- ket" is a slogan often used to epitomize the philosophy of the company in that, first and foremost, it is farmers seeking to grow and produce the finest almonds in the world by controlling every aspect of the process, in- cluding planting, farming, harvesting, pro- cessing, packaging, sales and distribution. Some of its popular brands include Nunes Farms, Jake's Nut Roasters and Jasper Ranch, to name a few. The company is ac- tively involved in developing new flavors, custom mixes and smart packaging with an emphasis on small batch process and excep- tional quality. California almonds from Jake's Nut Roasters are the perfect pairing of bold new flavors and traditional, handcrafted production. For more information, call 800.255.1641 or go to www.jasperspecialtyfoods.com or www.jakesnutroasters.com. Jake's Nut Roasters (Cont'd. from p. 1) realized that Cibo Italia represented the best and most pragmatic opportunity to launch our brand in the USA. The American consumer is well prepared to appreciate the efforts and qual- ity we put in the preparation of our products. GN: When did Parmacotto decide to launch in the United States? Why is the U.S. market imperative for the brand? AS: During the Summer 2018 Fancy Food Show, we met our U.S. partners, Alessandro Sita and Larry Saia, and decided an invest- ment in the U.S. market would be great for Parmacotto. GN: How will the marketing strategy differ from Italy versus the United States? AS: In Italy, Parmacotto is one of the most recognized brands, making us a benchmark in the cured meat sector. In the USA, we must convey our brand and its value to new consumers by focusing all of our marketing and promotional efforts on this goal. GN: What can buyers expect from Parma- cotto at Summer Fancy Food? How will Par- macotto stand out among other cured meat brands on the market? AS: Buyers will have the chance to see and taste products characterized by carefully se- lected raw materials, unparalleled quality and a unique production technology. We are planning for a strong brand introduction using vital communication investments. GN: How do you plan on securing your es- timated sales goal of $20 million by 2020? AS: Cibo Italia already had a turnover of al- most $12 million in 2018 with a growth budget of $16 million in 2019. Thanks to the partnership with Parmacotto and the oppor- tunities to increase the lineup of products of- fered (cooked and roasted ham), the American company, renamed Parmacotto LLC, will reach the target of $20 million by the end of 2020. GN: Where will the Parmacotto product line be available to purchase? AS: Our products will be available in spe- cialty stores and national retailers. We will also be present in the foodservice cate- gory. GN: What is your strategy to secure retailers in the United States? AS: A direct approach and close attention to the efficiency in the supply chain, as well as investments in trade marketing and joint pro- motional activities will be our strategy when working with U.S. retailers. We will also ex- ecute a social media campaign to establish a strong digital presence to convey the value of our brand, while connecting with our new customers. Visit Parmacotto at booth #2669. For more information, go to www.parmacotto.com. Parmacotto (Cont'd. from p. 1) edible stunning 24-karat gold leaf and is handcrafted in rich, dark chocolate. The perfect, unique gift for someone who has everything, it adds a touch of luxury to any special event. Not only is it stunningly beautiful, but it is also delicious. Indulge like royalty with the magnificent Draped in Gold Chocolate Art Box and leave a lasting impression. DeBrand's collection of Chocolate Art Boxes also includes Flower Power, Polka Dot, Black Rose and Seashell. Visit www .debrand.com to see each stunning box. For the ultimate gourmet experience, these in- credible, edible pieces of art can be filled with an assortment of DeBrand's popular Classic Collection or the decadent Truffle Collection. The Classic Collection includes timeless favorites such as luscious caramel varia- tions, pure fruit creams bursting with won- derfully intense flavors, as well as re-in- spired traditional selections such as Gourmet PBJ, Orange Cream and Straw- berry Rhubarb Caramel. DeBrand's Truffle Collection is the perfect gift for the ulti- mate chocolate lover. These 12 incredible Truffle variations seem almost too beauti- ful to eat ... almost. Each oversized piece is individually and artistically designed, but their true beauty lies within. Each silky, rich truffle is like a petite, luxurious chocolate dessert. Not only does DeBrand carry impressive chocolate gifts, but it also provides many op- tions for tempting impulse chocolates, such as Caramel Pretzel Bars, Peanut Butter Cups, Mint Cookie Crunch Tasting Bars, Sea Salt Caramels and more. For more information, go to www.debrand.com. DeBrand (Cont'd. from p. 1)