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11 0 GOURMET NEWS www.gourmetnews.com Tortuga Rum Cake Company Introduces Chocolate Rum Balls Celebrating the company's 30th anniversary, the Tortuga Rum Cake Company is showcasing its full line of gourmet Caribbean products at the Winter Fancy Food Show and introducing a new candy—Tortuga Chocolate Rum Balls—in booth #777. With a moist and fudgy chocolate center bursting with rum flavor and coated in dark chocolate sprinkles, Tortuga Chocolate Rum Balls are a sweet and creamy tropical treat created to capture a taste of the Caribbean in every bite. The foil trimmed and embossed package with Tortuga's iconic galleon pirate ship makes a beautiful presentation. The 6.17-ounce box includes 20 rum balls, available in cases of 12. The company will also be featuring its popular free-standing rum cake shipper displays, which now also include holiday and Valentine's Day versions to promote seasonal sales. Tortuga rum cakes are baked in the Cayman Islands, Barbados and Jamaica from a generations-old island family secret recipe. Sadaf Expands Its Presence to the Frozen Food Aisle with Delicious Authentic Middle Eastern Entrees Sadaf's new frozen entree line is proudly made in the USA, with premium quality natural ingredients that contain no artificial preservatives, colorings or flavors. The authentic-tasting frozen line offers a delicious alternative solution for consumers looking for Middle Eastern homemade-style dishes. They're all delicious, healthy meals that taste great and satisfy your hunger. All frozen dishes can be ready in minutes, since they are conveniently packaged to be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. Sadaf offers an exciting product line covering four dining options: Grilled Beef & Chicken Kabob entrees available with Basmati rice and/or vegetables; Aromatic & Hearty Stews (Khoresh), Sarabeth's Orange Apricot Marmalade: "in a Class by Itself" Sarabeth's Orange Apricot Marmalade was the first specialty food made by company founder Sarabeth Levine in her home kitchen. The product subsequently launched the entire Sarabeth's "empire." Trade Commission of Peru (Cont'd. from p. 1) Peruvian cuisine was ranked as the eighth most popular trend by "Groovin on Peruvian," which attributed its popularity to its various influences, including local, European, Asian and African, among others. According to the same source, "Peruvian cuisine is considered one of the most varied and rich of the world. Thanks to the inheritance of Incan, Pre-Incan and to the Spanish, African, Chinese-Cantonese, Japanese and Italian immigration, it gathers, mixes and creates a RiceSelect (Cont'd. from p. 1) calcium, potassium, antioxidants and omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. The arborio blends are a quick and easy start to delicious risottos. Just add a broth of choice, cook 20 minutes and serve. RiceSeDorval (Cont'd. from p. 1) a crispy texture make it a truly unique and dynamic item that stands out over the rest. Each box of Sticks and Thins has stunning, brightly colored graphics that showcase the items within. All items in the Dorval Premium Collection are made with high quality, all-natural ingredients which highlight the marvelous rich taste of each of the flavor profiles and will be noticed with every bite. Also in 2012, Dorval introduced their Dor- The marmalade originated from a family recipe passed down over generations. It contains a balanced blend of Valencia oranges, California apricots and pineapples. Described by Food and Wine Magazine as gastronomy and exquisite flavors of four continents, offering an unrivaled variety. On the Peruvian coast alone, there are said to be more than two thousand different soups." In this context, Peru has emerged as a superior source for some of the most amazing products found in local supermarkets and restaurants. This success stems from Peru's geographic location, diverse climate, impressive manufacturing practices and principled production plans that respect the environment. Each of these factors makes this country a conscientious and prominent player in n JANUARY 2014 n GOURMET NEWS Each cake is handglazed with Tortuga Gold Rum and vacuum-sealed to lock in the delicious freshness. The cakes are available in three sizes—33-ounce, 16ounce and 4-ounce— and eight tropical flavors. Other products from Tortuga include hot and savory Caribbean sauces, gourmet flavored coffees, 100 percent Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee, chocolate rum fudge, chocolate rum turtles with sea salt and more. Understanding the adage "when they try it, they will buy it," Tortuga reaches out to For more information, call Tortuga Rum Cake Company at 305-378-6668 or at 877-486-7884. Email the company at sales@tortugaimports.com. Or visit the company online at www.tortuga rumcakes.com. About Sadaf Foods Sadaf Foods was established in 1982 and For more information, visit Sadaf at booth #1364 at the Winter Fancy Food Show and sample its unique Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Foods. Visit www.sadaffoods.com for a complete list of products. perfect combinations of meat and herbs, also available with Basmati rice; a variety of flavorful Basmati rice entrees with herbs and vegetables, made with Sadaf's Pure and Natural Grape Seed Oil, a perfect choice for a vegetarian diet; and Chicken Potato, Beef Potato, Potato Patties (Cutlets) and Herb Soufflé, to be enjoyed alone, with flat bread or paired with one of the Basmati rice entrees. being "in a class by itself" and the winner of the Specialty Food Association's (formerly NASFT) "Outstanding Classic Product Award," the Orange Apricot Marmalade and the Sarabeth's family of preserves and specialty foods are extraordinary for their wholesome ingredients and rich flavors. Sarabeth has been touted as the "Breakfast Queen of New York," and she is a James Beard Award winning pastry chef. From pre- today's food supply chain. As a result, Peru has become an important supplier of gourmet products to the United States. From prepared artichokes to marinated asparagus, spicy peppers to stuffed olives; with its variety of ingredients, this country offers a wide range of high quality products that include exotic fruit jams, jellies, chocolates and cocoa. Apart from offering these delicacies, Peru dominates in the production and export of organic coffee worldwide; it is also the main provider of coffee with the fair-trade lect Arborio with Jalapeños kicks risotto up a notch with just the right blend of heat from the jalapeño, mellowed by the creaminess of the arborio rice. On a more familiar note, Arborio with Mushrooms creates a delicious, traditional comfort food with the subtle earthy flavor of mushrooms. All three of these hearty, all-natural, nutritious side dishes have distinctive flavors that will appeal to today's savvy and health conscious consumers. Delicious and easy to prepare, these tasty side dishes can be turned into an entrée with the addition of chicken, beef, shrimp, tofu or any protein of choice. val Premium Collection Cocoa, an 8.8-ounce box of cocoa that can be used for either baking or drinking. The cocoa is kosher for Passover and all-year use. Available in 12count cases as well as a 32-count shipper, the Dorval Premium Collection Cocoa box has an upscale, premium look that will stand out among the rest. Roberta Cappel, President of Dorval, said, "We are very excited to present this cocoa. This is the first time Dorval has offered our own branded Cocoa here in the U.S. With the amount of press recently given to the health benefits of flavanols and antioxidants found in cocoa, we feel this item will be a huge success. We strongly believe that Dorval Premium Collection Cocoa, with its superior taste and quality, will be second to none." The addition of Dorval Premium Collection to the already diverse portfolio of Dorval has rapidly proven to be a large success in the marketplace. About Dorval Since 1966, the Dorval name has been synonymous with quality confections. For over the thousands of tourists that visit the company's shops in the Caribbean with samples of their products. In that spirit, Tortuga also offers sheet cakes to help retailers facilitate their own sampling programs. Point of purchase materials and colorful yellow and red eco-friendly cloth totes also are available. is a privately held, familyowned company that is rapidly growing, and is a leader amongst specialty food importers and suppliers. Sadaf Foods is dedicated to providing a diverse selection of products, excellent quality and superior service. serves to hot chocolate to granola to pancake and biscuit mixes, Sarabeth's specialty line of products reflects her passion and commitment to providing customers with the finest tasting, wholesome packaged foods available in natural, specialty and grocery stores. For more information, email sales@ sarabeth.com, or stop by booth #2638 at the Winter Fancy Food Show. seal, leading all other countries with 25 percent of this niche market. Peru will attend the Winter Fancy Food Show in San Francisco, represented by many important exporters that will highlight the quality and variety of its fine products. You are invited to try some Peruvian-inspired bites as well as enjoy a Pisco cocktail. For more information, please visit booth #3929 at the Winter Fancy Food Show or contact the Trade Commission of Peru Los Angeles at 310496-7411 or info@perutradeoffice.us. The new blends are Star-K kosher certified, non-GMO verified and come packed in RiceSelect's consumer friendly re-sealable, recyclable, re-usable signature plastic jars. For more information, visit RiceSelect at booth #3521 during the Winter Fancy Food Show. 45 years, Dorval has been an importer of an extensive range of high quality confectionery products from major manufacturers around the world. Dorval has grown into a significant presence in the confectionery and specialty distribution arena. Look for more high quality items from Dorval Premium Collection coming soon. For more information, call Dorval at 800367-8252, email info@dorvaltrading.com or visit www.dorvaltrading.com. Visit Dorval at booth #3223 at the Winter Fancy Food Show.