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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2015 n GOURMET NEWS N H 2 2 Wonderfully Raw's New Product Line and More in 2015 Wonderfully Raw, the innovative brand that brought you Coco-Roons, Snip Chips and Brussel Bytes, has a new look, new flavors, a new facility and a new product line for 2015! Dipperz (MSRP $3.99) are the very first pre-dipped and ready to munch broccoli, cau- liflower and carrot crunchies and allow health conscious consumers and savory snack lovers alike to enjoy an entire pound of delicious pre-dipped veggies in convenient 1.5-oz. packages. Not only does dehydrating the veg- gies at 118 degrees allow Wonderfully Raw to fit so much nutrition into such a handy pouch, it keeps all of the vitamins, minerals and enzymes intact! This ensures optimum nutritional delivery in every delectable bite. One serving of Dipperz delivers a healthy dose of calcium, iron, protein and vitamins C and A in just 120 satisfying calories. Cus- tomers can get their munch on with three scrumptious Dipperz varieties: Cheezy, Ranch and Lemongrass Chili! According to a recent survey in Vending Times, "consumers want snacks that stick to the basics, and they care about the absence of ingredients rather than the addition of them." With the introduction of Dipperz, that contain just a handful of real pronounceable ingredients, Wonderfully Raw continues to lead the way in meeting consumer demand for snacks with simple real food ingredients. In addition to Dipperz, Wonderfully Raw is also introducing a new Coco-Roon flavor, Orange Dreamsicle, to its award-winning line up of Coco-Roons! Made with real or- ganic orange juice, Orange Dreamsicle Coco-Roons join Lemon Pie, Strawberry "PB&J," Brownie, Cacao Nib, Apple Pie and Vanilla Maple flavors, giving snackers seven guilt-free ways to sat- isfy any sweet tooth. Wonderfully Raw's signature of- ferings also include Snip Chips and Brussel Bytes. Snip Chips (MSRP $5.99) are crunchy parsnips packed with fiber, potassium and vitamins C, E and K. With varieties like Cheesy Herb Truffle, Chipotle Lime Cilantro and Dill Pickle, Snip Chips are sure to convert even the most zealous potato chip devotee! For retailers looking for a delicious alterna- tive to kale chips, Brussel Bytes (MSRP $5.99) are made from real organic brussel sprouts and organic pumpkin seeds. Tossed in a tasty coating, they are available in Chili Pumpkin Seed Crunch, Tamarind Apple Crunch and new Cheezy Herb flavors. To accommodate the company's rapid growth and expansion into Canadian and overseas markets, Wonderfully Raw has moved from a 3,600 square foot facility to a 13,000 square foot facility in Watsonville, Calif. The addi- tional space will allow it to continue to meet the rapidly growing popularity and de- mand for its products. Ryan Youngman, formerly with Brad's Raw, has also joined the company to lead the national sales efforts. Wonderfully Raw products are Certified Organic, non-GMO, vegan and Kosher. The product line is currently distributed in the USA by UNFI East and West, Nature's Best, Kehe and in Canada by UNFI. For wholesale orders, please contact the company at 831.786.8773 or mycocoroons.com. Stop by the Wonderfully Raw booth #5429 at NPEW to check out the complete line and new pack- aging! For more information, call 831.786.8773, visit www.mycocoroons.com or stop by booth #5429. KettlePOP Offers Non-GMO Kettle Corn and Sea Salt Varieties Popped in small batches by hand using just a few organic and non-GMO ingredients, KettlePOP is the very first and original ket- tle corn. Old time "sugar corn" has been around for hundreds of years. The old time sugar corn that our ancestors ate was just that, "Old Time Sugar Corn," not kettle corn! Contrary to popular belief, Kettle Corn does have a be- ginning – it began with KettlePOP! Once upon a time, a Midwestern farmer popped sugar corn in a large cast iron kettle over a wood fire and began selling it at var- ious shows. That farmer was Bill Mann, fa- ther to Gary Mann who was President of The Original Kettle Korn™. When Gary Mann retired from the kettle corn business, he passed along the reigns of superior quality kettle corn equipment to the next generation of kettle corn experts, KettlePOP. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ket- tlePOP is kettle corn. With decades of com- bined experience in kettle corn production, manufacturing, packaging, sales and distri- bution, the KettlePOP team knows kettle corn and knows the kettle corn business. KettlePOP has been, and continues to be, an iconic fixture at farmer's markets, and is proud to offer non-GMO kettle popped corn in organic Kettle Corn and Sea Salt varieties to retailers nationwide. These organic vari- eties are popped in small batches in Kettle- POP's patented fire-burning kettles with the same attention and care given to its farmer's market batches. KettlePOP's Sea Salt vari- ety, made with just three in- gredients: organic corn, organic sea salt, and organic soybean oil, contains just 55 calories per cup and zero grams of sugar. KettlePOP's signature Kettle Corn is made with the same three or- ganic ingredients as the Sea Salt, with the ad- dition of the finest organic cane sugar. It contains just 67 calories and eight grams of natural sugar per cup. Both the Sea Salt and Kettle Corn varieties are a great gluten-free source of whole grains, containing over 16 grams per serving. The amazing taste combined with the low calorie and high nutritional content make KettlePOP an ideal treat for popcorn lovers and dieters alike. KettlePOP is the perfect snack for customers to regularly buy, indulge and enjoy at a reasonable price. KettlePOP employs a patented three-stage technique to ensure that its kettle corn is the very best on earth. First, KettlePOP works closely with farmers to ensure that only the highest quality corn goes into each bag. Next, KettlePOP pops every kernel to perfection in a patented fire- burning kettle. Finally, KettlePOP infuses, never sprays, the popcorn with preservative- free flavorings. KettlePOP products are Certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, vegan, gluten-free and Kosher. The product line is available through national distribution. For more information and for wholesale or- ders, please contact the company at 707.747.6773 or kettlepop.com. Stop by booth #2101 at NPEW. National Importers US Inc. Brings Tastes of Asia to the Plates of the American Consumer Asian noodles come in many shapes and sizes with endless recipe options. The folks at Tastes of Asia have dedicated themselves to the art of creating fresh, Asian noodles in both wheat and konjac varieties. Beyond these delicious noodles, the brand has devel- oped authentic and mouthwatering sauces and broths, which are featured in the noodle and soup bowls. Tastes Of Asia's steamed konjac noodles are the perfect noodle for any stir-fry your taste buds desire. Available in four varieties: Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Fettuccine and Lin- guine, these unique noodles have amazing health benefits such as being gluten-free, all natural, low calorie and high in fiber. De- rived from the root of the konjac plant, this noodle has been consumed in Asian coun- tries for centuries. In addition to the konjac noodles, fresh, steamed, wheat based Lo Mein and Udon noodles are available as well. "Making a de- licious stir-fry at home goes beyond fresh meat and vegetables," said Craig Saunders, Sr. Brand and Communications Manager at National Importers. "The variety, quality and au- thenticity of these noodles will turn any ordinary stir-fry into something generally found in your favorite Asian restaurant." For people who have hectic, on-the-go schedules but still crave Asian inspired cuisine, Tastes of Asia has two lines of delicious quick meals: Noodle Bowls and Soup Bowls. Available in five flavors: Spicy Szechwan, Sesame Teriyaki, Roasted Peanut, Soy Ginger and Spice Kung Pao, the Noodle Bowls make enjoying tradi- tional Asian cuisine quick and easy. Just add water and microwave for two minutes! Tastes of Asia's Noodle Bowls are available in four flavors which include Udon, Hot & Sour, Sesame Chicken and Miso. As with the noodle bowls, these soul warming soup bowls create the taste of Asia in just two minutes! Simply add water. Barbara Allen, V.P. Market Development at National Im- porters US, said, "These noodle and soup bowls will resonate with the consumer. Tastes of Asia have devel- oped some phenomenal flavors, and Na- tional Importers is very proud to represent this line in the United States." For additional information on National Im- porters US Inc. and all of the brands it rep- resents, visit booth #4725 and check out www.nationalimporters.com/US. NibMor to Debut All-Natural Chocolate Line at Expo West Those familiar with NibMor Chocolate may be raising an eyebrow at the above headline. It is true, NibMor Chocolate, known for their USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, gluten-free, vegan, ethically traded and Kosher chocolate treats is taking the plunge into the all-natural conventional marketplace. "We've always met the consumer where they are," stated Heather K. Terry, Founder of NibMor. "For so many of us, making the leap to organic foods and products was a long process and we recognize that some consumers are looking for items to create a bridge to a healthier lifestyle. Not everyone can get there financially, or more impor- tantly, mentally, overnight," she continued. "But don't worry," she laughs, "these bars will still be Non-GMO Project Verified and ethically traded. We know who we are." The new line comes in four flavors and fo- cuses on super fruits and super foods. Cherry, Blueberry and Nut & Fruit are all new flavors to NibMor, but they will also be including its signa- ture Cacao Nib bar that organic con- sumers have made its No. 1 seller. The bars will be 55 percent cocoa solids minimum and come in a 2.2- oz. full size bar and a 1-oz. fun size. For more information, visit NibMor at booth #2574.

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