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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2020 n GOURMET NEWS N H 6 6 Seviroli Foods: Chef-Inspired, Artisan-Filled Pastas and Sauces An interview with Joseph Seviroli, Jr., Chief Executive Officer, Seviroli Foods. GN: Seviroli Foods is a family owned and operated company. Tell our readers how the company started. JS: We started as a small pastry shop in Queens, New York, in 1960. Making pasta, especially tortellini, was my father's pas- sion. He purchased equipment from Italy so he could start making pasta at our bak- ery, and that's really where and how it all started. Today, Seviroli Foods is the world's largest frozen tortellini manufac- turer. GN: What items does Seviroli Foods offer? JS: Seviroli offers a large portfolio of prod- ucts including tortellini, ravioli, manicotti, stuffed shells, cavatelli, ready-to-eat meal kits, sauces and more. We also offer an ex- tensive variety of fillings, shapes and styles to match each of our customer's specific needs. GN: Tell our readers about your manufacturing process. JS: We have two state-of- the art, SQF certified man- ufacturing facilities. Each houses authentic, Italian- made pasta equipment. We source only the highest grades of ingredients from a global base of suppliers, while maintaining stringent standards for all of the ingredients we select, such as 100% Hard Durum Semolina, eggs, hard cheeses and whole milk ricotta. Great ingredients, quality con- trol and food safety are of utmost importance to us. GN: Are you introducing any new items? JS: Always! Our R&D depart- ment, which consists of a full team of culinary-trained chefs, is hard at work developing a variety of ready-to-eat meal kits. We're also expanding our pasta line to include items such as Burrata Cheese Ravi- oli, Sausage & Broccoli Ravioli, Shrimp & Roasted Garlic Ravioli and Crepe Manicotti, just to name a few. For more information, go to www.seviroli.com, call 516.222.6220 or email customerservice@seviroli.com. Increase Deli Sales with Souperb's Plant-Based Soups Souperb has been enjoying strong, steady, triple-digit YOY growth due to its unique na- ture and commitment to maintaining its high standards. Souperb's fresh, refrigerated soups are made with non-GMO and gluten- free ingredients, with low sodium and with- out any added sugar. Additionally, many of Souperb's flavors tout plant-based, paleo and keto friendly attributes. With delicious, com- forting flavors, a recognizable ingredient list and easy-to-read nutrition label, Souperb is at the forefront of clean and convenient re- frigerated soups. Offering exciting flavor combinations that are perfect for any time of year, Souperb's premium, better-for-you soups are made using creative plant-based blends of nuts, herbs and spices. Flavor variety is an impor- tant element in any fresh soups line, and in total Souperb offers seven unique flavor va- rieties to choose from. These comforting, satisfying soups are sold in 24-ounce tubs (suggested retail price $7.99) in natural food stores like Whole Foods Market and Natural Grocers. They are typically found on the re- frigerated shelves of prepared food or deli departments. Founder of Souperb, Joanna Terry, is dedicated to ensuring that Souperb is a trustworthy brand and is contributing to a healthy planet by using plant- based products, while making it easier to eat well and get the bounty of nutrients provided in vegetables. Souperb is proudly women- owned and women-run. Souperb understands today's savvy and aware consumer. Those who seek food with honest, clean ingredients rather than fillers and preservatives; who look at labels for in- gredients they can pronounce and easily un- derstand. Consumers have increased awareness about clean labels and seek prod- ucts with transparency, and de- mand those products also be readily available and easy to prepare. Following the growth of convenience foods, ready- to-eat soups are in demand as consumers are faced with low time availability for food preparation, and seek fresh and readily available options. Today's time- starved and busy families are looking out for healthy and quick options. Souperb satisfies with its comforting and convenient better- for-you soups. For more information, go to www.souperb soup.com, call 415.685.8508 or email info@souperbsoup.com. Santini Foods Offers Organic Sweetened Condensed Milk Santini's California Farms Sweetened Con- densed Milk is manufactured in the U.S.A. using fresh milk for a fresh dairy flavor and milky white color. Its Sweetened Condensed Milk is kosher certified by the Orthodox Union, halal certified, Real California Milk certified, gluten-free, and select products are also certified organic. Santini Foods has been producing sweet- ened condensed milk on the West Coast since 1995. It is a full line supplier of all types of sweetened condensed milks. Santini Foods is certified to make organic sweetened condensed milk and can produce rBST free sweetened condensed milk for customers re- quiring it. It offers sweetened condensed milk in every size container, ranging from the small 14 ounce can you see at your local grocery store to 40,000 pound tanker trucks to fit the needs of industrial users. Organic Sweetened Condensed Milk California Farms Organic Sweetened Con- densed Milk is the perfect choice for any- one wanting to increase the amount of organic food in their diet without sacrificing flavor or quality. Formulated to do just that, California Farms Organic Sweetened Con- densed Milk is Santini Foods' most as- sertive step forward towards a more health-conscious future. Organic Evaporated Milk A timeless baking staple, creamy California Farms Evaporated Milk is just the ingredient to make a recipe for any occasion extra spe- cial. Announcing the Launch of Woodridge Snacks By Drew Pawlan, Assistant Manager – Mar- keting, ALO Drink by SPI West Port, Inc. Woodridge Snacks is going to market with five deliciously unusual product lines. The brand prides itself on its global sourcing of ingredients in a never-ending search for the best of the best. We find artisan farmers who value the earth that nourishes their crops. Woodridge Snacks insists on sustainability as an unseen ingredient in our snacks. Sa- vory or sweet, we've got a sensible, eat-any- time snack for everyone. Tempura Seaweed Chips A true taste sensation, these delicacies are dipped in a light batter and very gently fried to a delightful crisp. Forget potatoes. Dis- cover the better chip. The Tempura Sea- weed Chips product line is launching with three flavors: Hickory BBQ, Sea Salt and Sriracha. Mochi Rice Nuggets An Asian-fusion inspired snack, Woodridge Mochi Rice Nuggets are made with short grain, slightly sweet white rice baked to a satisfying crisp. Always baked. Never fried. Launching with two flavors, try Tom Yum flavor for the taste of the tra- ditional Thai soup favorite. Teriyaki flavor features notes of soy sauce and sake with a hint of ginger. More flavors coming soon. Ginger Chews Woodridge Ginger Chews will delight fans of ginger. Enjoy the tanginess of fresh cut ginger. Launching with two flavors, take your pick of chewy ginger wrapped with the slightly nutty flavor of roasted Sesame Seed, or try the nutrient-filled Chia Seed wrapped chewy ginger. Both are delicious, anytime snacks. In addition, Sticky Rice Chips are handmade with whole grain rice popped to an airy crisp and seasoned to perfection in four flavors. Vacuum-fried Crunchy Fruit Chips are su- perbly crispy fruits with natural intensity in three wonderful flavors. For more information, go to www.alodrink.com, call 800.223.4438 or email info@alodrink.com. New Products from House of Webster House of Webster, a specialty food manufac- turer based in Rogers, Arkansas, has been in the specialty food business since 1934. It of- fers a wide range of wholesale private label products including jams, jellies, preserves, pickled vegetables, salsas and mustards. House of Webster is a one-stop shop for re- tailers seeking a diverse private label food program. With its niche small jar capabilities in the 1.5-ounce and 2.25-ounce sizes, House of Webster has positioned itself as a national player for retail gift packs and room service- ready condiments. Known for its classic mason jar packag- ing and quality ingredients that can't be matched, House of Webster offers over 100 items in stock and ready to ship. Freight is included with a minimum order of 13 cases, mix and match. You will be assigned a dedicated Customer Service Representa- tive to help you through the on boarding process. For a small fee, just send a digital file of your established logo or artwork and House of Webster's in-house graphic artists can build a label to your approval. It's that easy. New for 2020, House of Webster intro- duces six new exciting salsa flavors: Fire Roasted, Habanero, Ghost Pepper, Scorpion Pepper, Avacado Tomatillo and Serrano Pep- per. It has turned up the heat and these items are immediately available for private label. Be sure to check out House of Webster's new Candied Jalapenos. This classic south- ern recipe is like no other and will be a staple for years to come. Try it over cream cheese as an appetizer or add it to your next barbe- cue sandwich.

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