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GOURMET NEWS FEBRUARY 2017 www.gourmetnews.com HOT PRODUCTS 2 2 Convenient New Package Size for SuperSeedz SuperSeedz is continuing the expansion of the reach for its award winning Maple Sugar & Sea Salt flavor and has introduced a convenient 1-ounce package. SuperSeedz features include: no shell, dry roasted gourmet pumpkin seeds made with simple, natural, delicious ingredients; offers more complete plant-based protein than all other major nut sources including peanuts, pistachios and almonds; vegan/vegetarian; allergen friendly – peanut-free, tree nut-free, egg-free, dairy- free, fish-free, shellfish-free, soy-free and made with gluten-free ingredients; Non- GMO Project Verified; and free of cholesterol and trans-fats. SuperSeedz www.superseedz.com Hatch Chile's Enchilada Sauces Driving Category Growth Hatch Chile Company's premium-quality enchilada sauces are full of fresh, authentic flavor – never watered-down; no unnatural ingredients. All the HATCH enchilada sauces are vegetarian and certified gluten free (GF). Hatch's green enchilada sauces are pro- duced with fire-roasted New Mexican green chile peppers, and are also Non-GMO Project Verified. In addition to enchilada sauces, Hatch Chile Company also markets premium quality green chile and jalapeño peppers, salsas, taco sauce and other tomato-based products. Hatch Chile Company www.hatchchileco.com Benissimo Oils Offer Flavor for Every Meal Benissimo infused oils offer a healthy way to add incredible flavor to any dish. The Benissimo infused oils look incredible sitting on the countertop and will easily entice even inexperienced cooks to open a bottle and explore the opportunities it brings to their kitchens. Ex- perienced cooks are drawn to the diversity of flavors as well, and will enjoy drizzling infused oils that range from Mediterranean Garlic to Spicy Sriracha Oil on soups and dips as a beautiful garnish that adds amazing flavor. Benissimo Avocado and Grapeseed Oils have a clean, fresh flavor and a high smoking point that is perfect for pan- seared chicken, fish, vegetables and salad dressings. Benissimo Toasted Sesame Oil adds a fantastic, nutty flavor to noodles, fish, chicken, sauces, salads and slaws. Source Atlantique 201.947.1000, x139 www.sourceatlantique.com/brand/benissimo Rabbit Creek Gourmet Debuts New Products, Packaging Rabbit Creek Products, family owned and operated, has brought its cus- tomers first class gourmet dry mixes, from brownies to dips to breads for more than 30 years. Rabbit Creek Gourmet 800.837.3073 www.rabbitcreekgourmet.com The Spice Lab Adds New Seasonings, Premium Loose Teas Blackened, Jerk and Best of the Bay Seasonings in 6-ounce shaker jars are a few of the new products that The Spice Lab introduced in January at the Winter Fancy Food Show. A selection of always-in-stock loose teas also has been added to the company's extensive line of artisanal salts, premium spices and seasoning blends in a choice of innovative pack- aging options. The everyday collection of premium teas were carefully selected to please devoted tea lovers and entice new customers to experience the fine art and exquisite taste of freshly brewed loose tea. The six teas include classics such as English Breakfast Tea and Earl Grey Blue Flower, and more exotic teas from around the world: Jasmine Blos- som, Moroccan Mint, Lemon Jade Sencha and Marsala Chai. Packaged in large, designer glass jars with an attached wooden spoon, the teas are sold wholesale in cases of six. Based in Pompano Beach, Florida, The Spice Lab is a woman-owned and family-run business offering artisan salts, premium spices, seasonings, loose teas and gourmet gifts. The Spice Lab 954.275.4478 www.thespicelab.com John Wm. Macy's Family Bakery – Appealing to an Even Larger Audience In addition to offering a full spectrum of specialty snacks for today's con- sumers, including its new Cheddar Rosemary CheeseCrisps, John Wm. Macy's Family Bakery is now extending its rebrand to Canada and introduc- ing new reclosable pouches for its CheeseCrisps product line. Other delicious changes are in development. John Macy created his original CheeseSticks recipe in 1976 for his small catering business. The enthusiastic response to his unique twice-baked and hand-twisted appetizers, made from multiple layers of sourdough, lots of aged sharp cheddar cheese and cayenne butter, convinced John he had the potential for a larger business. Today, John Wm. Macy's Family Bakery is headquartered in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. The bakery employs a staff of 60 and produces a full line of specialty snacks for distribution in the U.S. and Canada. John Wm. Macy's Family Bakery 201.791.8036 www.johnmacy.com Organic Chocolate Chips from Clasen Quality Chocolate Clasen Quality Chocolate, a U.S.-based manufacturer of chocolate and confectionery coat- ings, has recently launched a new brand of organic baking chocolate called Artisan Kettle™ Organic Chocolate. Artisan Kettle Organic Chocolate Chips are made in Wisconsin, with organic, Fair Trade Certified™ cocoa from small-scale, family farmers in South America. Artisan Kettle blends its selectively sourced cacao with only a few, simple ingredients to create the best tasting organic chocolate there is to offer. The brand's unique recipes and connection to the far off places the cocoa comes from make this product truly special, and especially delicious. Available in Bittersweet, Semisweet, Milk Chocolate and White Chocolate, each variety is sold in stand-up, reclosable bags. All varieties are QAI Organic Certified, made with Fair Trade USA Certified ingredients, naturally gluten free, made with only non-GMO ingredients, Orthodox Union – Kosher Pareve and Kosher Dairy, and Semisweet and Bittersweet varieties are allergen free. Clasen Quality Chocolate 608.467.3728 www.clasen.us Truffle Products from MarDona Specialty Foods and Wild Forest Products Wild Forest and MarDona brands are best known for their truffle-in- fused olive oils. These oils are available to the retail trade in 8-ounce doric bottles packaged six per case. MarDona in paricular has become known for its inventive pres- entation of its 4-ounce Truffle Oil Spray in black or white. The sprays were designed to dispense a pre-determined amount of olive oil with a low 2.5 calories per spray. Wild Forest Products 855.645.7772 www.truffleoilsandmore.com La Panzanella Introduces Croccantini Bites Seasoned Snack Crackers La Panzanella ® Artisanal Foods Co.'s new Croccantini Bites launched a few months ago with three bold flavors and a newly-designed 4.75-ounce re-sealable, stand-up pouch. The new Croccantini Bites are based on La Panzanella's original recipe, but add baked-in, natural flavors finished with a light seasoning on top. The new crackers are bite-sized — about half the size of the company's popular Mini Croc- cantini. Flavors available are: Italian Herb – a perfect blend of Italian flavors inspired by a fresh herb garden; Sundried Tomato Basil – the warm flavor of sundried tomatoes balanced with the sweetness of basil; and Spicy Olive – a savory, olive flavor with spicy red pepper adding a touch of heat. Croccantini Bites contain no preservatives and come in at 110 calories per serving. They are all natural, low fat, lactose free, cholesterol free, vegan and certified kosher. La Panzanella www.lapanzanella.com Heat and Serve Pilafs from Wild Garden Wild Garden recently expanded its brand by bringing the authentic flavors of the Mediterranean to the kitchen table with new Heat and Serve Pi- lafs. In 90 seconds, the Heat and Serve Pilafs create mouth-watering side dishes that are appetizing on their own, mixed into a salad or paired with a marinated protein. Pilafs include Bulgur cooked in tomato sauce and herbs, Couscous with chickpeas in a zesty tomato sauce, and Rice and Lentil made with basmati rice and caramelized onions. Wild Garden is successfully promoting its line with a mix of digital and traditional marketing by engaging with 50k Facebook fans, collaborating with popular bloggers, digital advertising, advertising in food publications and even on public transportation. It also provides a complete consumer experience, as evidenced by strong post-sale relationships. Wild Garden 708.298.3810 www.wildgarden.com

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