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GOURMET NEWS www.gourmetnews.com n JANUARY 2015 n GOURMET NEWS 9 2 The Spice Lab Adds Olive Oil Rustic Dipping Herbs to Company's Extensive Line of Salts, Spices and Seasonings Olive Oil Rustic Dipping Herbs are the latest addition to The Spice Lab's ever growing line of gourmet sea salts, spices, rubs and seasonings. Mix olive oil with these unique, premium herb blends to cre- ate flavorful dipping oils to serve with crusty, artisan breads. Available in seven different flavors, each 2-ounce to 2.5- ounce stand-up packet offers endless cooking possibilities. Olive Oil Rustic Dipping Herb choices in- clude Rosemary Garlic Blend, Italian Parme- san Romano, Italian Spicy Roasted Garlic, Italian Spicy Sun Dried Tomato, Sun Dried Tomato Parmesan, Mediterranean Citrus Herb Blend and French Onion Garlic Blend. Other recent introductions include floor displays for Himalayan Pink Salt and Bacon Rub/Ham Glaze and the launch of a new re- gional brand, Old Florida Spice Company to appeal to the nearly 100 million annual tourists to the Sunshine State. The sturdy, colorful cardboard free-stand- ing shipper display holds 36 16-ounce stand- up pouches of either Fine or Coarse Himalayan Pink Salt, coveted for its health- ful benefits and delicious, fresh flavor. A combination of both Coarse and Fine salt also is available. The floor display for the Gourmet Candied Bacon Rub and Ham Glaze holds 48 8-ounce bags is an assortment of four flavors – Asian Sesame Sweet & Spicy, Caribbean Island Jerk, New Or- leans Cajun and Country-Style Pepper. The Old Florida Spice Com- pany brand offers a distinctive line of gourmet sea salts, spices and season- ing rubs, with an alligator graphic and all products processed and packaged in Florida. Selections include eight hot and spicy sea salts in 100 ml glass jars or 3-ounce stand- up pouches, 10 BBQ seasoning rubs and a large choice of other jarred salts and pre- mium spices under the Old Florida label. For added Florida flavor, some of the BBQ rubs are named for locales around the state – from Key West Seafood Seasoning and South Beach Mango Chipotle Seasoning to Everglades Chicken and Gator Rub and Homestead Honey Mustard Seasoning. Other, more traditional BBQ rubs include Bad to the Bone, Fire Cracker Steak, Jalapeno Burger & BBQ Rub and Ancho Chili & Cof- fee Steak Seasoning. Based in Pompano Beach, Fla., The Spice Lab offers over 240 different salts, peppers and spices from around the globe. The product line in- cludes 180 jarred sea salts, award-winning Sea Salt Collections and a selection of spices, peppercorns and spice mixes. It also sells flavored sugars under its The Sugar Lab label. Other offerings include Hi- malayan salt shot glasses, salt plates, stones and lamps, salt cellars, spoons, jars and bath salts. For more information, call 954-275-4478 ext. 2, visit www.shop.thespicelab.com, email sales@thespicelab.com or stop by booth #220. New English Cheddar: Ivy's Vintage Reserve Cheddar Available from Jana Foods Ivy's family founded Wyke Farms in the 1860s in Somerset, U.K., and now, three generations later, her family is still using that same recipe for turning their fresh milk into cheese with perfect texture and exquisite taste. Ivy's Vintage Reserve Cheddar is ma- tured for no fewer than 15 months, and brings the flavor of lush pastures to the rich, mellow and silky cheese. Wyke Farms is committed to sus- tainable farming and is proud to be the U.K.'s first na- tional cheddar brand to be 100 percent self-sufficient in green energy. Wyke Farms sources all of its electricity and gas from both solar and biogas, generated from the farm and dairy waste. Delicious cheese that you can feel great about enjoying, brought to you exclusively by Jana Foods LLC. Learn more at www.janafoods.com or stop by booth #3108. Gratify and Side Mates – Now Available in Major Retail Stores Osem USA Inc. is continuing to grow its pre- mier line of gluten-free foods called Gratify, as well as Side Mates, a line of all-natural family side dishes. These innovative brands are making their mark on the gourmet food scene. Gratify Gratify has been gaining more distribution by the day with its line of gluten-free pret- zels. New Original Crackers: These delicious crisp crackers offer an outstanding snack for any party. They go great with cheese, spreads and dips. Sea Salt Twists & Sticks: These crunchy pretzels are dusted with the perfect amount of sea salt and baked to perfection. They are great for dunking into your favorite sauce or dip. Sesame Thins: These nutty thins offer the traditional crunch of a pretzel in a shape that's perfect for dips, spreads and other cre- ative toppings. Milk Chocolate Covered Twists: Perfectly crunchy pretzels coated in a luxurious layer of rich-tasting milk chocolate. Yogurt Covered Twists: Combining the traditional shape and crunch of a pretzel twist with a cool and creamy yogurt topping turns these pretzels into a delicious snack. "It's challenging for anyone following a gluten-free lifestyle to find a pretzel that has outstanding flavor and is certified by the Gluten Free Certification Organiza- tion," said Director of Marketing for Osem USA Inc., Kobi Afek. "Gratify pretzels are a delicious answer for those snack fans who suffer from celiac disease or who adhere to a gluten-free diet." The product line offers a great value and will make an impact in the overall category growth with MSRPs of $3.99 to $5.99. Grat- ify is sold at retailers across the U.S. and on- line. Side Mates This new brand of all-natural side dishes in- cludes unique flavors of couscous, rice and quinoa to excite the palate of any shopper. These side dishes are quick and easy to cook. Some of the most popular products include: Tuscan Medley: This unique pearl-shaped pasta has a smooth, pleasing texture. The added vegetables provide a great flavor to go along with any main course. Rice Pilaf with Rice, Pasta, and Garlic & Herbs: This blend of light and fluffy rice with gar- lic and herbs has an outstanding flavor that will complement any meal. Quinoa with Rice, Black Beans & Corn: This southwestern-inspired blend combines the ever-popular quinoa with great spices to create a flavorful experience with a kick. Side Mates have an MSRP of $1.99 to $2.99 and can now be found in stores and on- line. For additional information, including ingre- dient and nutritional information, visit www.gratifyfoods.com and www.sidemates .com or find both companies on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gratifyfoods and www .facebook/sidematesdishes. Learn more at booth #1453. Lucy's to Debut New Brownie Crisp at Winter Fancy Food Show Lucy's, maker of gluten-free and allergy- friendly baked goods, will be debuting its new line of brownie products at this year's Winter Fancy Food Show. With a mission of "baking life better," Lucy's will provide con- sumers with even more healthy and enjoy- able gluten-free options that are typically hard to come by. Lucy's Triple Chocolate Brownie Crisp, the first flavor to hit shelves this winter, fea- tures a delicious mix of 72 percent dark chocolate chunks and Madagascar vanilla. This treat is a symphony of deep, rich choco- late flavor with a satisfying crisp snap. Even with its decadent taste, one serving size of three crisps contains only 100 calories. Like all Lucy's products, the Brownie Crisp snacks are gluten-free and allergy friendly as they are made without wheat, dairy milk, butter, eggs, casein, peanuts or tree nuts. Available in a variety of sizes, in- cluding 4.5-ounce and 14-ounce pouches as well as 1.25-ounce Grab 'n Go bags, the Brownie Crisp larger sizes will also in- clude a resealable top to maintain the freshness of the crunchy brownie treat. In addition, the new dessert is also Non- GMO Project Verified, certified vegan and Kosher Pareve. "At Lucy's, we truly love providing deli- cious desserts to people who are either living with special diets or are just looking for a better-for-you option," said Lucy's Founder and Chairman, Dr. Lucy Gibney. "Launching the new Brownie Crisp not only ex- pands our brand's line but gives health-conscious consumers another option for a scrumptious gluten-free dessert." Lucy's invites attendees at the Winter Fancy Food Show to try out the new Brownie Crisp and the rest of its beloved cookie products at booth #303. About Lucy's Lucy's creates delicious, high-quality and convenient snacks and desserts for people with and without special dietary considera- tions. On the market in the U.S. since De- cember 2007, Lucy's currently offers a variety of flavors of gluten-free allergy- friendly cookies – Ginger Snap, Chocolate Chip, Cinnamon Thin, Sugar and Oatmeal – packaged in 5.5-ounce boxes. Select flavors are also available in convenient snack sizes. All cookies are baked without wheat, gluten, dairy milk, but- ter, eggs, casein, peanuts or tree nuts. Lucy's incorporates a three component allergen control pro- gram that includes selectively sourcing raw materials, testing for trace allergens in an on-ite lab, and baking in a dedicated facility. Lucy's products are available at over 7,000 stores in North America including Whole Foods Market, Sprout's, Publix, Safe- way, Wegman's and many more. They are also now in the U.K. at Whole Foods, Planet Organic, Booth's and more, and are launch- ing in Mexico with a growing number of re- tailers. For more information on Lucy's, please visit www.drlucys.com. For more information, visit www.specialty food.com and visit www.drlucys.com or stop by booth #303.