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28 GOURMET NEWS www.gourmetnews.com Busha Browne's: Fresh Ingredients, Artisan Quality— Jamaican Tradition Preserved By Mr. Winston Stona, Founder Busha Browne Co. Ltd Jamaica has long enjoyed an enviable reputation for high-quality indigenous herbs and spices. The Blue Mountains rise to over 7,000 feet above sea level, with rich alluvial plains running along our coastline—the diversity of our climate ranges from arid to sub-tropical and rainforest. It is our pimento berry that is widely considered the secret ingredient in most Jamaican cookery. It is the judicious addition of this mysterious, pungent spice that provides the exotic taste to our traditional dishes. It is called all-spice in North America because the flavor profile is a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, mace and cloves. Every part of the tree is aromatic from the bark, green leaves and the berries which it yields. Busha Browne's company was founded over 25 years ago to promote the best Jamaican spices, historically recognized for their high-quality and acceptance internationally. In the kitchen they make excellent complements to traditional Jamaican dishes while combining delectably as taste enhancers with international fare. We are most famous for our all-purpose "Jerk Seasoning" paste which is made from Cheri's Desert Harvest: Using Nature's Resources from Beginning to End Cheri Romanoski created Cheri's Desert Harvest in 1985, and is a native Tucsonan who grew up appreciating the desert and its sustainable natural resources. Preserving indigenous fruits and vegetables started as a hobby for her family, and then blossomed into a national and international venture. Certified organic prickly pear cactus fruit is hand-harvested at the peak of ripeness on two properties surrounding Tucson, and is used in making Cheri's signature jelly, marmalade, honey, syrup and candy. The tart, succulent prickly pear fruit was once an im- portant form of sustenance to indigenous tribes, and is now appreciated by Arizona residents, tourists and chefs alike for its flavor, color and nutrient-rich attributes. Eighty thousand pounds of fruit is picked, steamed, pressed and frozen to satisfy the annual needs of the specialty food, tourist and grocery markets. Citrus is contract-farmed and harvested in Yuma, Ariz. for the marmalades. Peppers are shipped in from California and Mexico for the mild to extra hot pepper jellies. Honey collected for Cheri's Mesquite Honey, Desert Java Frost Introduces Three New Flavors for 2014 Introducing the latest edition to Java Frost's elegant Everyday line of gourmet drink mixes: Salted Caramel Chai. Satisfy your sweet and salty craving with this irresistible blend of black tea combined with exotic spices and real buttery caramel bits. Enjoy simple pleasures every day with these seven delicious flavors: Belgian Mocha, Swiss White Cocoa, Tahitian Vanilla Latte, Dutch Chocolate, Dulce de Leche, Vanilla Spiced Chai and now Salted Caramel Chai. Also new for 2014 is Peach Lemonade, the newest member of the Blossoms botanical lemonade collection. Imagine the taste and fragrance of a juicy tree-ripened peach, bursting with flavor, combined with the sweet-tart taste of lemonade. Irresistible! Taste summer year-round with these four fla- Opportunities for Growth Abound at Natural Products Expo West Natural Products Expo West Poised to Break Exhibitor and Attendee Records at Upcoming Event The 34th annual Natural Products Expo West, co-located with Engredea and the NEXT Innovation Summit, will take place March 6-9, 2014 at the Anaheim (Calif.) Convention Center. The event is poised to draw over 60,000 attendees and feature over 2,500 exhibitors across natural and specialty foods, organic, supplements, health and beauty, natural living and pet products, including brands such as Madhava, Applegate Farms, Earth Balance, Horizon Organic and Luvo. A thriving community of retailers, brands, media and investors as well as industry members and new attendees makes the trip to Anaheim in March, and makes Natural Products Expo West a thriving trade event and business opportunity. Every year at Expo West, the combined energy of new products, new relationships along with legacy brands and longtime partnerships creates an energy that resonates throughout the Anaheim campus and drives the industry forward," said Adam Andersen, Natural Products Expo's group show director. The show continues to grow in space as well, now encompassing over 1.2 million gross square feet and taking over the Anaheim Convention Center's Arena and Arena lobby to house more exhibiting companies as the natural and specialty a selection of crushed herbs and spices comprised predominantly of escellion (spring onion), scotch bonnet peppers and pimento (all-spice) berries. Jerk is the authentic Jamaican method of cooking that refers to a form of grilling meats using a combination of highly spiced seasonings and cooking over a pimento wood fire. The process is a slow and savory one that traps all the spice and juices inside the meat, providing an aromatic smoked flavor. Busha Browne's Authentic Jerk Seasoning Rub is a hot and spicy paste especially compounded for the "jerking" of meat, fish, poultry or vegetables. Used prudently prior to grilling, this seasoning will provide an irresistible aroma and flavor profile sure to have you moving to the beat of reggae music and feeling the warmth of the Caribbean. Busha Browne's Spicy Jerk Sauce is the quintessential taste of Jamaica! A spicy exotic blend of select herbs and spices to be n JANUARY 2014 n GOURMET NEWS used in the preparation of meats, poultry, seafood or vegetables prior to cooking. A small amount provides a subtle addition for soups, stews and vegan dishes. Busha Browne's Smokey Jerk BBQ Sauce contains all of the natural goodness of our authentic jerk seasoning as the base and captures the natural smokey flavor of the traditional "jerk pit." It is the perfect addition to your BBQ artillery. Busha Browne's Honey Jerk BBQ Sauce is rich and flavorful with an inspired blend of traditional spices and the combination of pure Jamaican honey with our spicy jerk seasoning results in the perfect blend of sweet and spicy…with a kiss of cinnamon for intrigue. This sauce will have your taste buds buzzing! Come visit us at booth #3405 at the 2014 Winter Fancy Food Show. For more information, visit www .bushabrowne.com or stop by booth #3405. Blossom Honey, Orange Blossom Honey and Cactus Honey products are from beehives placed in mesquite groves, citrus fields and open desert areas to yield an exceptional floral flavor and light amber color. The agave line is made with organic agave nectar imported from Mexico, and comes in the original flavor as well as infused with prickly pear cactus juice. These organic and all-natural products are a flavorful, economical and healthier choice to offer customers. Cheri's entire preserve, syrup and candy line uses GMO-free and gluten-free ingredi- ents and contain no additives, preservatives, artificial flavoring or coloring. Thirty different varieties are offered in optional size jars and packages. The varying sizes are appropriate for hotel and gift amenities, counter impulse buying, custom gift baskets, stocking stuffers for the holidays and many more. The shelf life of the products ranges from one to two years. All of Cheri's products are made in the U.S. with nature's plentiful, sustainable bounty and tasty all-natural ingredients. vors: Pomegranate, Verbena, Lavender and now Peach. Capture the nostalgia of the season with Java Frost's newest holiday flavor: Eggnog Crème. Sip and enjoy this classic with its velvety smooth flavor and subtle spice. Add a little coffee to the mix to create a delicious and rich eggnog latte. Usher in the holiday season with these four flavors: Pumpkin Cheesecake, Candy Cane Crème, Red Hot Cinnamon and now Eggnog Crème. Java Frost now has 18 varieties of drink mixes perfect for any special event, priced and packaged to charm your customer. All Java Frost seasonal flavors have delightful original art and are always an eye-catching addition to shelves or gift baskets. Java Frost never compromises on quality, and takes pride in a level of customer service rarely found today. Foodservice packaging is available for cafes or restaurants. foods pavilion continues to sell out. The NEXT New Product Pavilion will host hundreds of first-time exhibitors and hot products. Beyond the exhibit floor, outdoor events, including a farmer's market atmosphere at the Fresh Ideas Organic Marketplace, community celebrations at the Evenings on the Plaza and off-site tours are just some of the other events that round out Expo West to make it the place to celebrate, connect and collaborate. Registration is now open to qualified members of the industry. The show is trade-only, and not open to the general public. Visit www.expowest.com for complete information. About Natural Products Expo Natural Products Expo West is produced by New Hope Natural Media, the leading media resource and information provider for the natural, organic and healthy products industry, with print, in-person/event For more information, visit www.cheris desertharvest.com, call 800-743-1141 or stop by booth #1557 at the Winter Fancy Food Show. Sample new flavors from Java Frost during the Winter Fancy Food Show at booth #632. For more information, wholesale information and inquiries call 800-676-3661 or email info@javafrost.com. and e-business products and services. New Hope Natural Media is a division of Penton. Natural Products Expo East will take place September 17-20, 2014, in Baltimore, Md., and is the leading tradeshow for natural and organic products on the East coast. 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