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GOURMET NEWS MAY 2015 www.gourmetnews.com BUYERS GUIDE BUYERS GUIDE 1 5 C O N F E C T I O N S This listing is compiled from a survey conducted by Gourmet News and sent to all manufacturers known to the staff. Inclusion in this section is based on a company's response to our request for information. Information included in this listing is provided by the featured companies. Free-From Baking is Now Feature Filled Enjoy Life Foods, a leader in the Free-From food category, extends its popular family of gluten- free and allergy-friendly foods to include a new line of functional, ready-to-use baking mixes and all-purpose flour. These are available in five varieties: Pancake & Waffle Mix, Pizza Crust Mix, Brownie Mix, Muffin Mix and All-Purpose Flour. Each follows the Enjoy Life Foods brand promise: they are certified gluten-free, free from the top eight food allergens, non-GMO verified, kosher and halal. They also make "Good Source of Protein" and "Contains Probiotics" claims through the inclusion of functional food ingredients. Developed to make home-baking quick and easy, the mixes require adding only oil and/or water, so in minutes, delicious baked treats will be on the table and ready to enjoy. Contact your Enjoy Life Foods Key Account Manager for more information on this new line of products and all of Enjoy Life's 40+ allergy-friendly foods. Enjoy Life Foods 888.50.ENJOY www.enjoylifefoods.com Maison d'Armorine Salted Butter Caramel Spread Imported from France, this all-natural salted butter caramel spread is pure temptation in a jar. Maison d'Armorine's delectable salted caramel recipe draws its popular taste from a regional staple: the salted butter from Brittany. The taste is enhanced with the addition of unrefined salt especially procured from Guérande in southern Brittany. Founded in 1946 in Quiberon, a resort town on the Breton shore, the company still uses traditional methods in all of its processes. Mai- son d'Armorine's delectable salted butter caramel spread is delicious on toast, cookies and crepes, or warmed and drizzled over vanilla ice cream or puddings. Of course it might be hard to resist spooning it out of the jar and enjoying it by itself! The French Farm 713.660.0577 www.frenchfarm.com Hammond's Expands Brittles Line Hammond's Candies is introducing new flavors into its popular line of brittles, giving the classic treat a fresh new edge. The new flavors include buttery Maple Walnut, crunchy Mixed Nut, decadent Chocolate-Drizzled and, for the adventurous, truly spicy Cayenne and Cashew brittle. "These are flavors that help translate traditional, delicious candies for modern audiences," said Andrew Schuman, Hammond's President and CEO. "With the extension of our brittle line, we are giving people new reasons to reach for and enjoy the candies they grew up with." Ham- mond's introduced its line of gourmet brittles and other nut candies in 2013. The new flavors join a line-up that includes Toffee Crunch Peanut Brittle, Chocolate Dipped Peanut Brittle and Toffee Crunch Cashew Brittle. The line's recipes are inspired by heirloom formulas and are made with high-quality ingredients. All are available in Hammond's award-winning packaging that showcases the "specialness" of candy and makes them ideal for gift giving. Brittles are packaged in 12-ounce boxes with a suggested retail price of $6.00. Visit Hammond's in May at the Sweets & Snacks Expo in Chicago to see the entire line of classic and gourmet candies, including chocolate bars, caramel and marshmallow confections. Hammond's Candies 800.CANDY99 (800.226.3999) www.hammondscandies.com Pancakes & Maple Syrup Jelly Beans from Jelly Belly Wake up and smell the pancakes, its Pancakes & Maple Syrup Jelly Belly[R] jelly beans. The newest flavor from Jelly Belly Candy Company captures the warm, buttery flavor of a pancake topped with rich maple syrup whipped together in a single Jelly Belly jelly bean. Pancakes & Maple Syrup Jelly Belly beans are now available in the popular 3.1-oz. Jelly Belly Grab & Go[R] bag size packed in 12-count breakaway caddies. Jelly Belly beans contain four calories per bean and are fat free, peanut free, dairy free, gluten free, vege- tarian and OU kosher certified. Jelly Belly 800.323.9380 www.jellybelly.com Manuka Honey Chocolates When it has to taste good and be good for you, Manuka Honey Chocolates are the perfect everyday treat for the special occasion, a quick shot of natural energy or just because you love them. Just three naturally good for you ingredients: New Zealand (NZ) Manuka Honey, 99 percent cocoa and ginger. They're also available in all-natural Mint flavor. Manuka Honey is a special honey that can help with digestive conditions and help with the body's natural defenses. Staying healthy never tasted so good. Pacific Resources has represented New Zealand's finest product for three decades and continues to lead the way with the largest selection of Manuka honeys and other New Zealand pasture and forest honeys. New Zealand bee products are coveted worldwide for their high nu- tritional value sourced from unique plants only found in New Zealand. Manuka Honey is truly Lord of the Honey. New Zealand's pristine environment also produces a clean and natural sea salt that is naturally dried by wind and sun for 13 months to retain all the natural trace elements that are essential for a healthy lifestyle. It's only ingredient is clean New Zealand sea salt – no free flowing or anti-caking agents. Pacific Resources International www.shoppri.com Diverse Mix of Products from Seattle Gourmet Foods Seattle Gourmet Foods is a food manufacturer based out of Kent, Washington. Growing both organically and through acquisition, today it is comprised of 11 different brands found in re- tailers around the country, comprising a diverse mix of products that include chocolate, breath mints, bakery items, jams, sauces, soups and dry mixes. Over the years, Dilettante has particularly been known for its line of panned products. These are solid center items (fruits, nuts, etc.) covered in a variety of couverture-grade chocolate. They are available in several packaging options such as 2-ounce and 8-ounce boxes, 6-ounce gift bags, 5-pound bulk bags, and the line of 5-ounce pouches that contains all of the best selling flavors. The current selection consists of Fruit Medley ® , Cherries, Espresso Beans, Sea Salt Cashews, and Mint Dropz ® . All natural flavors are also available. All panned items have a 12-month shelf life or longer. Seattle Gourmet Foods 800.800.9490 www.seattlegourmetfoods.com New Products from Hammond's Candies From holiday to everyday, Hammond's introduces new lines and revamps old ones to fit all retailers. Display ready, seasonal lollipops are a great addition, with fun flavors and characters to match for Halloween and holiday. The expansion of Hammond's Brittle Crisp line is sure to have a flavor for everyone, from Jalapeno Lime to Sea Salt Caramel Drizzle, Maple Peanut, Cayenne and Cashew, Coconut Spice, Dark Chocolate Drizzle, and classic Peanut and Cashew Brittles. These great snacks come in a resealable bag and eight different flavors to choose from. Don't miss out on Hammond's new Caramel Corns, revamped with new flavors and packaging. Each display ready case will hold 12 bags of caramel corn. New flavors include Mango Habanero and Honey Peanut, joining Chocolate Caramel, Sweet Cinnamon Toast, Chicago Style and Classic Caramel Corn Crunch. Hammond's continues to make candy and confections with the utmost quality and ingredients. Small batches and timeless recipes make all Hammond's candies unique and special. Keep an eye out for more new items and additions to the line. For more information, stop by booth #783 at Sweets & Snacks Expo. Hammond's Candies 800.CANDY99 (800.226.3999) www.hammondscandies.com

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