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GOURMET NEWS www.gourmetnews.com n JANUARY 2015 n GOURMET NEWS 9 0 Green Valley Pecan Committed to Providing Only the Highest Quality Pecans By Sean Hays, Vice President of Sales and Marketing of The Green Valley Pecan Com- pany Did you know the Green Valley Pecan Com- pany is the world's largest grower and processor of quality pecans? The company has 8,600 acres of orchards in Arizona and Georgia. The Green Valley Pecan Company was founded in 1937 by Keith Walden and is still family-owned and operated. Today, Keith's son, Richard S. Walden, President and CEO is involved with farming and plant opera- tions. His experience has provided the com- pany the ability to be one of the top pecan providers in the world. Following in his foot- steps, Rich Walden is heading up a newly de- veloped sustainable project and creating better farming practices, and daughter Deb- orah Walden Ralls has been integral in de- veloping the retail store's online presence, working with large industrial companies and public relations around Arizona. As three- generations of owners and three generations of employees, we all take pride in providing you with only the highest quality pecans on the market. In Arizona, we have a pro- cessing and storage plant that receives our pecans and allows us to control every aspect of pecan produc- tion, from orchard operations to packaging, allowing us to consistently provide our cus- tomers with a high-quality product. In August of 2014, the Green Valley Pecan Company was awarded the highest grade by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) for meeting the global standard for food safety. This top rating reflects our company's stead- fast commitment to providing you with only top quality products. The BRC Certification is world-renowned in the food industry as the most prestigious award for best practices standards. The BRC certification awarded to the Green Val- ley Pecan Company is based on an evaluation of pasteurization, processing, packaging and dispatch of pecan nuts at our headquarters in Sahuarita, Ariz. facility. We know how important a safe and quality product is to our customers. At the Green Valley Pecan Company, we work hard to provide pecans that exceed every standard. To lvearn more about The Green Valley Pecan Company, visit www.greenvalley pecan.com or call 800-533-5269. Bring Wild Garden Hummus with You Whenever, Wherever Things can get chaotic when you're on the go. Thankfully, Wild Garden Hummus is here to make your life a little easier. Unlike refrigerated hummus, Wild Garden makes it possible to just grab and go! Take the single- serving Hummus to Go packs anywhere: work, school or bring it along on a hike. There are no limits! Pack it with you on a train to the city, fuel up after a strenuous camping trip in the mountains, or even enjoy it during your next trip to space. Yes, it's true. Even astronauts are snacking on Wild Gar- den Hummus. Wild Garden can go wherever life takes you. Everyone understands that living a healthy lifestyle isn't always easy. Work, kids, activ- ities and stress in general can force otherwise healthy people to take shortcuts when it comes to their health. "Convenient" isn't typically a word associated with staying fit, but Wild Garden makes it a reality. Now, you can have a healthy, delicious snack whenever you want, wherever you want, without tak- ing any time out of your busy day. More importantly, the health benefits of Wild Garden Hummus are incredible. Think of protein, folic acid, magnesium, soluble fiber and zinc. But what does Wild Garden have that others don't? Quality without com- promise. Lower in calories than most hum- mus, it's achieved a great tasting snack that is packed with flavor and nutrition. With no preservatives or added ingredients, Wild Gar- den Hummus is the healthiest choice for you and your family, and the only shelf-sta- ble hummus on the market. There's even a flavor for the pickiest eaters! Choose from traditional, sun-dried tomato and roasted garlic. Your family will love the smooth, creamy texture of the all- natural combination of chickpeas and natural spices. Spread it on a cracker, use it for a dip or even dress up a sandwich that would please even the most refined palate. The Snack Combo to Go Packs are a perfect so- lution to keep your on-the-go lifestyle ener- gized. The combination of its rich spread and crunchy pita chips complement each other perfectly. The ultimate satisfaction. And on your more relaxing days, (do those exist?) it has a wide variety of jarred hummus when you're craving more than just chips and salsa. From traditional, roasted garlic, and sun-dried tomato to black olive, roasted red pepper and jalapeno, every flavor is perfectly crafted to satisfy your cravings. You'll have a hard time choosing, so try them all! Craving hummus now? Good. Find Wild Garden Hummus in the snack aisle, natural snack section or the salsa section of your grocery store. For more information, visit www.wild gardenhummus.com or stop by booth #370. New Paesana Premium Organic Pasta Sauces: Good For Your Customers, Good for Business According to the United States Department of Agriculture, sales of organic foods in the U.S. increased from $11 billion in 2004 to $27 billion in 2012. The U.S.D.A. also re- ported that the 7.4 percent growth rate in or- ganic food sales during 2012 was more than double the annual growth rate for all food sales that year. Furthermore, the Organic Trade Association states that the trend is ex- panding as Americans are continuing to widen their demand for organic foods – with sales of organic products in the U.S. increas- ing to $35.1 billion in 2013. The consumer appetite for healthier choices is growing considerably and rapidly. However that doesn't mean today's shoppers are willing to give up taste. A simple "or- ganic" label is no longer enough to convert or retain the loyalty of food buyers and chefs who demand noticeably fresher taste, as well. L&S Packing Company, a family owned business, has introduced its new line of premium quality Paesana Organic Pasta Sauces to meet that doubled-up demand. "Our new premium organic pasta sauces are rich in nutrients and are made with the freshest ingredients without additives," said Jacqueline Scaramelli-Massaro, L&S Vice President. "They're also sautéed to perfec- tion just like all our other sauces to capture the finest and fullest flavor." The line is being touted as just as flavorful as the delicious sauces the family's great-grandmother proudly and lovingly made in her kitchen way back in 1902. "Seeking organic brands on store shelves has become a top priority for millions and millions of consumers, particularly moms who are reading nutrition labels more carefully than ever to assure that their families are eating foods that are good for them," said Scaramelli-Massaro, a mother who knows first-hand that nutritional choices are important but also that those choices need to provide superior taste. Paesana Premium Organic Pasta Sauces are available in five flavors, including Tomato & Basil, Tuscan Pepper, Marinara, Vodka Sauce and Roasted Garlic. All flavors are made with 100 percent imported Italian tomatoes selected at their height of freshness. The new line of sauces is also organically certified by QAI and is gluten-free. As is the case with all products from L&S Packing Company, new Paesana Premium Organic Pasta Sauces have undergone highly rig- orous quality control processes and have also been taste-tested through every phase of product develop- ment. "The depth and breadth of our commitment to quality and our dedica- tion to unmatched flavor have defined our family and our company for generations," said L&S President Louis Scaramelli, IV. "We're excited to say that our new organic pasta sauces have exceeded our own highly stringent criteria and demanding expecta- tions for healthier ingredients combined with incredible taste, and we're certain these top quality sauces will be extremely popular with today's continuously growing numbers of health-conscious consumers." For more information, call 631-845-1717. Gourmet Mixes from Rabbit Creek Products By David Cook, Vice President of Rabbit Creek Products Ladies and gentlemen, I cordially invite you to join us at this years Winter Fancy Food show in amazing San Francisco, California! For more years than I care to remember Rabbit Creek Products has been bringing our customers the absolute best gourmet mixes in the world! Still a family owned and operated business smack dab in the middle of this great country, we strive to give people the best experience possible when ordering from us. Some of our new items this year are our Farm Fresh Creations; using either fresh fruit or vegetables you top it with a sweet mix or savory mix respectively and have a deli- cious and healthy riff on a cobbler or pot pie. Three dips we've brought out are Dill Pickle, Cheeseburger, and Damn! That's Hot. All three of them are a great addition to any party or get together. Crispy Parme- san and Bacon beer bread is a tasty and aromatic delight for this holiday season. Buffalo Wing dip and beer bread is a won- derful addition to any game day and if it's a family day with the kids around there are seven delightful hot chocolates to make them happy. Looking for that perfect breakfast accompaniment? Rabbit Creek has scone mixes galore; in fact, we have 20 different mixes to choose from. Holi- day times are upon us and for that we have a plethora of holiday mixes, ranging from quick breads to scones, hot chocolates, dips and more. For more information, call 800-837-3073, email rcreek@mokancomm.net, visit www.rabbitcreekgourmet.com or stop by booth #409.

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