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SWEETS & TREATS SHOW EXTRA www.gourmetnews.com n MAY 2020 n GOURMET NEWS ST 1 2 Massey Honey Company Raising Awareness About Honeybees in Southern California Yorba Linda, California-based honey cul- tivator Massey Honey Company headed into 2020 with a renewed sense of pur- pose. In addition to selling honey, the company has long been a resource for local beekeepers who need advice or sup- plies; and now it has begun offering classes to educate new beekeepers on how to get started and how to get the most from their hives. "Honeybees are under threat from lots of sources," said Ryan Smith, Founder of Massey's. "Human develop- ment, climate change and disease are making life hard for them." Because plants depend on bees to reproduce, a threat to bees is a threat to the environment. "We see beekeeping as a service to the bees and to the environ- ment," continued Smith. "It also happens to produce honey. A win-win." Rescue and relocation have been a critical part of the company's efforts to improve the lives of bees. When a swarm gathers at an inconvenient spot, Massey encourages cities, homeowners and busi- nesses to call a trained beekeeper rather than an exterminator. With the right techniques, bees can be safely collected, moved and allowed to carry on their work as pollinators. Smith believes hob- byist beekeepers are providing a critical role in supporting the bee population in southern California. "We're looking forward to providing more education and resources on sustain- able beekeeping," he said. Massey's shop carries queens and small starter hives, known as nucs, to help customers get started. The shop's beekeeping classes will provide a detailed introduction to how to start, grow and nurture a healthy hive. Massey Honey Company has long provided a wide range of honey to consumers and retailers. In 2020 it added eucalyptus honey to its selection of distinctive honeys. It also offers beautiful- ly-crafted gift sets assembled around themes: the California Collection includes a selection of wildflower, orange blossom and avocado honeys, and the Herbal Collection features buck- wheat, sage and eucalyptus honeys. For more information, visit www.massey honey.com, email info@masseyhoney.com or call 800.775.7443. Jake's Nut Roasters: New Roasted Salted Inshell Almonds Jake, a fourth-generation member of the Jasper Family, is proud to continue the farming traditions of his great-grandfa- ther that have been passed down for over 70 years. Since 1948, a commitment to quality and innovation has propelled many fine Jasper Specialty Foods prod- ucts into the hands of health-conscious almond lovers around the world. Brand new to the mix of Jake's Nut Roasters 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 unparalleled 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 facility and sourced from Jake's own orchards, these premium California almonds are dry roasted and seasoned in small batches to deliver exceptional qual- ity. Health benefits abound with California almonds, which contain a wholesome blend of both monounsatu- rated and polyunsaturated fats known to help reduce cholesterol levels and sup- port 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 seasoned almond products, "Straight from Jake's Orchard" to you. Jasper Specialty Foods is a multi-generational, family-run operation headquartered in Newman, California, specializ- ing in the production of unique almond related food snacks, confections and other treats for the specialty food market. "From Farm to Market" is a slo- gan often used to epitomize the philoso- phy of the company in that, first and fore- most, it is farmers seeking to grow and produce the finest almonds in the world by controlling every aspect of the process, including planting, farming, harvest- ing, processing, 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 actively involved in developing new flavors, custom mixes and smart packaging with an emphasis on small batch process and exceptional quality. California almonds from Jake's Nut Roasters are the perfect pairing of bold new flavors and tradition- al, handcrafted production. For more information, go to www.jasper specialtyfoods.com or www.jakes nutroasters.com, or call 800.255.1641. Power Butters from Spread The Love Foods Spread The Love Foods' new Power Butters have launched in two varieties: Almond Cashew and Almond Flax Seed, each designed to make a super- food boost for smoothies, a delicious spread for toast or a key ingredient in baked treats. Almond Cashew is made with only two ingredients, almonds and cashews, and is naturally sweet and rich in texture, with a healthy amount of good fats, protein and Vitamin K. Almond Flax Seed is made with just almonds and flax seed and has a healthy amount of good fats, omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, fiber and Vitamin B. They come from Spread The Love's line of premium organic, gluten-free, palm oil- free, non-GMO almond but- ters, peanut butters and artisan jams. For more information, go to www.spreadthelovefoods.com. Setton Farms Grows Industry with Innovative Pistachio Line Setton Farms has been producing America's Best Tasting Pistachios for over 40 years. Its dedicated team takes a hands-on approach, attending to each detail of growing, harvesting, processing, manufacturing, packaging and marketing California pistachios all over the world. Setton Farms pistachios are simply in a class of their own, because of their great taste and superior quality. The Setton family's values are woven into everything they do, striving to innovate and exceed industry stan- dards. With a strong commitment to regenerative agriculture, they have been able to employ sustainable practices throughout the entire process. Rain and processing water is captured in reservoirs and recycled back onto orchards. Green waste is converted into top-quality com- post, enhancing the soil by increasing fertility and bio-activity. Pistachio shells are donated to the community for paving dirt roads, reducing air pollution. Solar energy naturally powers operations at the processing and satellite facilities. These and other efforts create a sustainability loop, allowing all previously unusable product from the process to be converted back into a valuable input. The Setton family recently debuted a new line of Seasoned Pistachio Kernels. They've done the work for pistachio lovers everywhere by removing the shells, dry roasting (no oil!), and season- ing the kernels through an exclusive process that maintains a superior fresh- from-the-orchard taste. Five varieties are currently available: Salt & Pepper, Garlic Onion, Chipotle BBQ, Chili Limón and Jalapeño. Since its launch, the line of Seasoned Kernels has been winning acclaim from consumers and buyers. The Garlic Onion Seasoned Kernels won 1st Place in the Buyers Choice Award at the California Food Expo. Chosen from hundreds of entries, it was given the top honor by the expo's Retail Advisory Council, which encompasses a select group of retail buyers from Whole Foods Market, Walmart, Albertsons/Safeway, Bristol Farms and more. Additionally, this vari- ety won the New Product Competition award at Kosherfest, the world's largest and most attended Kosher-certified prod- ucts trade show. This March, the Jalapeno Seasoned Kernels won the Clean Eating "Clean Choice Awards," beating out hundreds of submissions in the Snack Category. The entire line of Setton Farms Seasoned Pistachio Kernels contains no artificial ingredients, are certified gluten free, certified by the Non-GMO Project, vegan and kosher. Retailers can display the 3-ounce resealable bags in a preloaded floor ship- per with minimal foot space or individual varieties within a tear-away display case on shelf. As a leader in the pistachio industry, the Setton Farms brand has single hand- edly expanded the pistachio value-add category with an extensive line of premi- um plant-based snacks that appeal to a wide audience. Unique SKUs like Pistachio Chewy Bites, Dark Chocolate Pistachios and Premium Pistachio Blends help retailers reach more consumers who are looking for innovative protein- packed snacks. For more information, contact Joseph Setton, Vice President of Domestic Sales by emailing Joseph.Setton@setton farms.com or calling 631.543.8090.