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GOURMET NEWS JUNE 2016 www.gourmetnews.com NATURALLY HEALTHY 2 6 Wild Planet Foods Embarks on Land-Based Products Wild Planet Foods is venturing off-sea into the development of land-based food with the launch of its new Organic Roasted Chicken Breast. Moving from fin to feather, the new Or- ganic Roasted Chicken Breast is the first non- seafood item in Wild Planet's line. While this is a new category for the company, the addi- tion fits harmoniously with Wild Planet's mis- sion to provide consumers with food options that are healthful for the body and wildly good for our planet. Wild Planet's Organic Roasted Chicken Breast features USDA Certi- fied Organic Free-Range Chicken raised on an organic diet — featuring non-GMO corn grown on land that is free of chemicals fertil- izers, pesticides and herbicides. "Our new chicken, along with all future land-based items that will follow from Wild Planet Foods, is sourced from organically op- erated farms— which is essentially the land- based equivalent of pole and line fishing," said Founder of Wild Planet Foods Bill Carvalho. "At Wild Planet, we believe there is really no difference between being a steward of the land as well as the sea. It's a known fact that chem- ical runoff from conventional farming prac- tices has had a negative effect on our waterways which ultimately lead to our oceans — creating dead zones that make it impossible for sea life to survive. Offering products like our new Roasted Chicken Breast not only allows Wild Planet the privilege of supporting and advocating for organic farms and farmers, but it's also a step towards keep- ing our waterways and oceans healthy and sup- portive of a viable, healthy marine environment." Wild Planet's new Organic Roasted Chicken Breast contains only two ingredients — chicken seasoned with sea salt. There is also a no salt added version available. Wild Planet Organic Roasted Chicken Breast pro- vides 40 percent more chicken than other 5- ounce can offerings, due to the fact that only Wild Planet roasts their chicken without the addition of added water, liquids or fillers that are commonly found in other brands. The fla- vorful, natural juices remain to provide a de- licious rotisserie taste. This new Organic Roasted Chicken Breast can be used to make sandwiches, soups, burritos, and is an espe- cially great salad topper. Wild Planet's Organic Roasted Chicken is available nationwide in supermarkets and natural food stores for a suggested retail price of $5.49. For more information about Wild Planet Foods, visit their website at www.wild- planetfoods.com. GN Wholesome! Fair Trade Sweeteners Make an Impact Coffee is unquestionably one of the most popular morning beverages in America. In re- cent years, it has also become a powerful tool for boosting awareness about fair trade. When fair trade coffee was first available, it began a conversation among consumers, es- pecially the Millennial generation, to spark global change and use the power of their pur- chases to positively impact the lives of farm- ers around the world. "Most consumers believe their level of im- pact stops after they've made their fair trade coffee selection," said Sarah Miller, Director of Marketing at Wholesome! "When you add fair trade, organic sugar to your fair trade cof- fee, your daily coffee habit becomes a catalyst for change." In 2001, Wholesome! began sourcing its fair trade organic cane sugar from farmers in Paraguay. In 2005, the company pioneered the fair trade sugar certification process. Not only did this secure fair prices for each farmer's crops, but it also guaranteed an ad- ditional premium that would be paid to the local farming cooperatives to use for commu- nity development. Since then, Wholesome! has initiated fair trade organic honey certifi- cation with beekeepers in Mexico and Brazil, created more fair trade partnerships with sugar cane farmers in Malawi and sourced fair trade organic blue agave from Mexico. In the last 10 years, Wholesome! has paid more than $11 million in fair trade premiums to these farming communities helping bring much needed electricity, clean drinking water, schools, health care and new farming equipment. According to a recent report from the Na- tional Marketing Institute, 59 percent of con- sumers now recognize and understand the meaning behind the fair trade-certified label and 26 percent are more likely to purchase a product with that label. The growing aware- ness of fair trade and the impact that it makes on poverty-stricken farmers around the world has inspired menu changes in inde- pendent and mainstream coffee shops alike. Consumers have responded enthusiastically by supporting fair trade with their purchases in coffee shops and in grocery stores. The National Marketing Institute also identified Millennials as likely supporters of fair trade related items stating that 70 percent of consumers under age 30 consider social is- sues before buying and 28 percent are more likely to buy a fair trade item. However, the study noted that 85 percent of consumers re- ported that fair trade items are not always available options to purchase. "With a growing population that is pas- sionate about making a difference and also prone to considering the certification labels on the packages they buy, it's only natural that fair trade coffee supporters would also be interested in fair trade sweeteners," said Miller. "In the spirit of World Fair Trade Day, we want to alert consumers to their options so they can make a choice with the biggest impact." GN New Meat Topped Pizzas from American Flatbread American Flatbread has expanded its premium line and entered a new product category with three new meat topped pizzas – Pulled Pork & Pineapple, Pulled Pork, Pineapple & Jalapeño and Un- cured Pepperoni & Uncured Bacon. These new pizzas are a great alternative to takeout pizza and make delicious, restaurant quality last minute dinners for families on the go. American Flatbread's pizzas are premium handmade flatbreads that are wood-fired in earthen ovens and are made with organic and all natural ingredients. They are made with no preservatives, artificial colors or flavors. The flatbreads have a light, crisp and flavorful bite. Uncured Pepperoni & Uncured Bacon – Crispy bacon and pepper- oni with a tangy organic tomato sauce on a handmade flatbread. Pulled Pork, Pineapple & Jalapeño – Sweet pineapple, fiery jalapeno with smoky pulled pork, barbeque sauce and organic tomato sauce on a handmade flat- bread. Pulled Pork & Pineapple – Sweet pineapple, smoky pulled pork, barbeque and organic tomato sauce on a handmade flat- bread. The pizzas are available in 10- inch and 12-inch. The 10-inch pizzas retail between $6.99 – $7.99 and the 12-inch pizzas re- tail between $8.99 – $11.99. The new American Flatbread pizzas are available in select retailers across the country. GN Manuka Honey Salted Caramels Savor sweet health with Pacific Resources Interna- tional's new Manuka Honey Salted Caramels. Using only the finest Manuka honey harvested from the pristine New Zealand native forests and solar-evaporated natural sea salt from the clean waters surrounding New Zealand, a classic caramel is reborn for today's health and taste-con- scious consumer. Manuka Honey Caramels are built on a base of organic brown rice syrup, con- densed whole milk, organic dried cane syrup, mo- lasses and natural flavors. For more than a quarter of a century, Pacific Re- sources International has imported and developed New Zealand's highest quality products for the U.S. consumer. It was the first to introduce Manuka honey to these shores in 1989, and has since developed America's largest range of authen- tic New Zealand Manuka wellness products and everyday energy treats for a healthier lifestyle. Manuka is renowned for its special properties that help with digestive issues and build the body's de- fense system. GN

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