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GOURMET NEWS JANUARY 2016 www.gourmetnews.com HOT PRODUCTS 9 Hot Products New Ariston Organic Balsamic Vinegars The products in the new Ariston line of organic balsamic vinegars are charac- terized by a perfect balance between sweet and sour. This product is made exclusively with organically farmed grapes, without pesticides involved. The entire production process is certified in order to guarantee consumers com- pliance with the highest organic farming standards, guaranteed by the CCPB certifying body. To make the vinegars, the grape must, cooked over a direct heat in an open vessel, simmers slowly and is concentrated until it is reduced to about one third of its original volume. It is then placed in the attic, in a series of casks of oak wood. Here the balsamic vinegar passes the years acidifying and aging until it has reached a balance that only the alchemy of time can provide, prod- ded along by the masterful hands of artisans. This balsamic is naturally dark and dense, with a 5 percent acidity content. Add some over strawberries or on your favorite salad to add complexity. Ariston Specialties 860.224.7184 www.AristonSpecialties.com Spicy Snack Mixes from Blue Crab Bay Blue Crab Bay Co. is abuzz with big news: Beach House Buzz ® is flying off the shelves! This gourmet snack mix from the Virginia company known worldwide for its peanut products features two flavors of super-extra-large Virginia peanuts – sea-salted and spicy honey-roasted; cashews; dried cranberries; pretzel balls; oat bran sesame sticks; and the piece de resistance, dark-chocolate-covered espresso beans. Blue Crab, which garners praise regularly for its delightful, coastal-inspired packaging, has chosen to adorn this tasty mix with a label showcasing colorful beach cottages inspired by those of the mid-Atlantic, the region the company calls home. Beach House Buzz joins an extensive lineup of snacks that includes Sea Salt Nuts; Crab House Nuts ® ; Crab House Crunch ™ peanut squares; Sandbaggers ® ; Skipjacks ® ; Barnacles ® spicy snack mix; and Surf Doggies ® . Blue Crab Bay Co. 800.221.2722 ext. 3 sales@baybeyond.net www.baybeyond.net cHarissa's New Smaller Size Packs Same Big Flavor cHarissa authentic seasoning, 2015 SOFI Award winner, now offers new 1- ounce jars. Packed by hand and made in the USA, they're perfect for the hol- iday gift market, hospitality, event and party favors, cheese platters and grab and go. They're also available in a two-piece boxed gift set. This great-tasting cumin-based spice enhances the flavor of any food it accompanies. A universal seasoning, it transforms any meat, fish, vegetable or even day-old pizza into an exciting and flavorful dish. All natural ingredients, it's 100 percent free of sugar, gluten and MSG; it's an authentic Moroccan taste for the American palate. It's also available in 8-ounce jars. cHarissa 631.734.8877 info@charissaspice.com www.charissaspice.com Brio Ice Cream Combines Delicious and Better-For-You Brio features a creamy, richness rivaling that of premium ice creams, with half the fat and 65 percent less saturated fat. For consumers wanting healthier fats in their diet, Brio is the only ice cream featuring balanced Omega 3-6-9s. "We are serious about ingredient quality," says Co-founder Ron Koss. "Brio is made with fresh, whole r-BST-free milk from Wisconsin.... Our flavors feature Mada- gascar vanilla, organic sea salt caramel, Alphonso mango, ripe strawberries, real coffee and dark cocoa." Brio is non-GMO, certified gluten free and low glycemic. There are no artificial flavors, colors or sweeteners. For all of its satisfying richness, Brio has only 165 calories in a 4-ounce serving and just 17 to19 grams of sugar. With 6 grams of protein, Brio is on trend with con- sumers seeking protein-rich snacks. Nutricopia www.brioicecream.com Colavita Grapeseed Oil The Colavita family brings yet another exceptional product to the wide range of oils in the Colavita collection. Colavita Grapeseed Oil is pressed in Italy from 100 percent natural grape seeds and is perfect for all culinary needs that involve high-temperature cooking. Grapeseed oil is praised for having a very mild and delicate flavor, making it a perfect ingre- dient. At the same time, it has multiple health benefits, positioning it as a healthier cooking oil than others. Colavita Grapeseed Oil comes in a conveniently-sized 25.5 fluid ounce glass bottle, with a light and delicate flavor profile. It is sustainably produced from the seeds of grapes used in the wine-manufacturing process. This oil is great for high temperature cooking such as baking and frying due to its high smoke- point (390-420 degrees F). It is also ideal as a butter substitute in baking as it does not influence the flavor of your baked goods due to its light, delicate taste. Colavita www.colavita.com Gourmet Gluten Free from Heartland Gourmet Heartland Gourmet has an amazingly complete line of gluten-free baking mixes and frozen desserts. Varieties are both unique and flavorful. With the company's commitment to those who need to eat gluten free, Heartland Gour- met took four years to develop its flour blend and mixes to provide high-quality products that those with celiac disease or who are gluten intolerant can share with their friends with pride. Heartland Gourmet's baked-off gluten-free line has just expanded to include loaf breads, brownies, coffee cake, cornbread and cakes. Cupcakes are available individually labeled and wrapped for colleges or coffee shops to serve without risk of contamination. Heartland Gourmet's line of mixes now includes a Beer Bread and Pumpkin Quickbread, both with delicious goodness that will have your customers returning time after time. Heartland Gourmet 402.423.1234 susan@heartlandgourmet.com www.heartlandgourmet.com Cypress Grove Crafts Consistently Innovative Cheeses Cypress Grove is a leading producer of fine American goat cheeses, in- cluding Truffle Tremor mini, the newest addition to Cypress Grove's prod- uct line, and Humboldt Fog, the original American artisanal classic. Both are soft-ripened goat milk cheeses with a creamy white paste and a gooey layer of goodness just under the rind – and that's just the beginning. Founded in 1983, Cypress Grove continues a tradition of innovation with three product lines that complete every cheese case: the Flashback Family of fresh chevre, soft-ripened cheeses, and aged cheeses made in Holland exclusively for Cypress Grove. When customers think of the highest quality cheeses, they think of Cy- press Grove. With its model dairy, new creamery, and tried and true recipes, Cypress Grove provides consistently delicious cheeses that satisfy even the pickiest of palates. Cypress Grove is based in Arcata, California. Cypress Grove Chevre 707.825.1100 www.cypressgrovechevre.com Signature Sauces from Il Mulino New York For more than 30 years, Il Mulino New York's legendary restaurants have prepared the finest Italian cuisine for guests from around the world. Il Mulino New York gourmet pasta sauces are made from the same natural ingredients, allowing for unparalleled Italian cuisine at home. These gourmet pasta sauce enable home cooks to dine at home with the same quality and taste that they'd expected from dinner at an Il Mulino Ne w York destination. Il Mulino New York's Sugo Collection will tantalize with its authentic flavors. Prepare a feast for the ages with this deluxe gift set featuring all four varieties of Il Mulino New York's gourmet pasta sauces: classic Marinara, tangy Pomodoro, divine Vodka, and hearty Bolognese, all in 24-ounce jars. The Sugo Collection also includes a wooden spoon engraved with Il Mulino New York's signature logo and canvas tote bag. Il Mulino New York gourmet pasta sauces are available for individual purchase online and from select retailers. Il Mulino New York www.ilmulino.com

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