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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2017 n GOURMET NEWS N H 8 0 High Quality Products from Apricot Power Apricot Power is your reliable source for quality apricot seeds, B17 products, supple- ments and more. It has been providing raw, bitter California grown apricot seeds since 1999. Since then, Apricot Power has grown to sell more than 100 different high quality products and supplements to health con- scious customers around the world. Its mis- sion is to get the B17 that's been processed out of foods over the last century back into the daily diet. The Finest Quality Raw, Bitter California-Grown Apricot Seeds Picked at the peak of harvest, air-dried natu- rally and packed fresh, the company's seeds are ready to eat plain or grind into powder for coffee, smoothies and more. Apricot Power seeds are unprocessed, untreated and pesticide/herbicide-free. They are labora- tory-tested for quality and contain approxi- mately 20mg of B17 per seed. B17 Capsules and Tablets Apricot Power found innovative ways to get B17 into a host of convenient and delicious items. Those that find the seeds to be too bit- ter to chew can now get B17 in handy cap- sules and tablets. It also infuses B17 into whole foods to make it easy and tasty to get B17 into the diet. Whole Food Snack Bars Apricot Power whole food snack bars are 99 percent raw, vegan, Paleo-friendly, non- GMO and contain 60mg of B17. Available flavors include apricot and blueberry. SuperFood Mix Blend it, bake it or eat it raw; the multi- functional SuperFood Mix is a delicious and nutritious dry mix that's great as a meal replacement, after workout protein boost or for those on a weight-loss diet. It's rich in B17, contains 30 organic whole food ingredients and each quarter cup delivers 15 grams of protein. It is available in 45- ounce, 16-ounce and convenient 1.3-ounce single-serving sizes, including a display- ready 12-pack box. Flavors include Choco- late Brownie, Coconut Almond and Caramel. Additional flavors are planned for 2017. ApriSweet Dark Chocolate Bars Apricot Power's ApriSweet dark chocolate bars are infused with natural B17. They are hand-crafted using organic ingredients, dried apricots and apricot seeds. They are available individually or packaged in a box of 12. B17-Infused Skin Care Products The new handmade, anti-aging skin care products were formulated with organic and natural ingredients. This exclusive, three- step skin treatment deep cleans, tightens the skin and pores, and moistur- izes. Essential oils and other natural ingredients highlight this line. Additional prod- ucts are planned for launch in 2017. Supplements and More The company offers a range of supplements to complement its B17 products. The Apricot Power brand supplements are high-quality and laboratory-tested. It is always looking to get into new categories. Customers Love Apricot Power The company offers 100 percent customer satisfaction. Fast delivery, accurate order ful- fillment and high quality products are the foundation of its world-class customer serv- ice that has earned it 804 reviews and a 9.4 trust score on Trust Pilot (www.trustpilot .com/review/apricotpower.com). Visit Apricot Power at booth #981 and sam- ple products, enter to win a drawing and door prizes and hear the latest news. McKenzie Launches Pre-Sliced Natural Artisan Deli Line McKenzie, out of Burlington, Vermont, known for its high quality antibiotic-free lunch meats and cheeses, is launching its first pre-sliced offerings. The line includes a non- GMO American Angus roast beef, non- GMO naturally smoked ham, oven-roasted turkey breast and hickory smoked turkey breast. The pre-sliced offerings are a nice way to transition the line as the brand works to eliminate GMOs in all of its products. Both the beef and ham have received Non- GMO Project Verified certification. The American Angus roast beef is a choice top-round seasoned with salt, pepper and spices. The brand's line in the deli case includes 18 all-natural meat and cheese offerings. The line includes turkey breast, uncured ham, cheese, chicken and roast beef. All items are crafted with natural ingredients, like whole muscle meat, raw milk and pure Vermont maple syrup. When you choose McKenzie's Natural Ar- tisan deli meat, that's just what you're get- ting. All-natural deli meat. Not meat plus hormones, meat plus antibiotics or meat plus anything but all natural, locally sourced in- gredients like pure Vermont maple syrup and premium spices bathed in a signature blend of hardwood smoke. It's not just the tastiest way to do business; it's the only way McKenzie knows how. It believes when you make it right, it simply, honestly tastes better. You shouldn't have to sacrifice quality to eat healthier. For more information, go to www .mckenziemeats.com or call 888.685.2686. Cold Pressed Grapeseed Oil from Salute Santé! Food & Vine™, Inc., purveyors of the award-winning brand Salute Santé! ® Grape- seed Oils, is proud to introduce ultra-pre- mium Salute Santé! Cold Pressed Grapeseed Oil. After 25 years as a leading brand, the company's grapeseed oil is now cold pressed and gently refined, which gives it a delicious and light nutty taste. It is packaged in award- winning steel cans, well protected from light and oxygen which guarantees its freshness for 24 months. It is efficiently packed in six packs to optimize shelf stocking and for case stack presentations. "The Original Grapeseed Oil™ is now cold pressed!" says Founder Valentin Humer. "Now we have it all – delicious taste for everyday cooking and salads, the highest health benefits of all oils and finally it is now cold pressed!" says Humer. Made From the Best Seeds on Earth!™ Certified Green and Verified Non-GMO, the grapeseed oil is COLD PRESSED, CLEAN & GREEN!™ From its recycled seeds to its recyclable steel can, the company is green minded and strives to keep sustainable practices at the forefront of its consciousness. Utilizing ex- isting resources, the seeds are obtained after the wine crush so there is no new farmland, crop or water used. The favorite choice of Oprah Winfrey for her infamous "O List" and Star Chef Robert Irvine – they choose Salute Santé!, the only grape- seed oil that is third party certified 100 percent pure grapeseed oil. Healthy and Nutritious It's an excellent source of antioxi- dants, vitamin E and essential linoleic acid. Compared to olive oil, it's al- most 50 percent less saturated fat and almost 10 times more essential linoleic acid. Studies have shown that grapeseed oil may raise HDL good cholesterol, lowers LDL bad cho- lesterol and triglycerides, which may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Salute Santé! oil contains zero trans fats and is BPA free. The Chef's Choice!™ Delicious and Light It's the ultimate every day salad and cooking oil. The light nutty taste en- hances the flavor of your in- gredients. It has a high smoke point of 485 degrees Fahren- heit – sauté, sear, stir-fry, grill or bake without smoking, splattering or burning. Salute Santé! Infused Grapeseed Oils are the perfect liquid spice. Dip, drizzle or marinate with its lemon, basil, rosemary, roasted garlic and chili infused grapeseed oils. The high smoke point makes them ideal as marinades for grilling or roast- ing for a perfect crispy crust and moist, ten- der inside. Drizzle them over pasta, veggies or salads. For more information, visit booth #9648, room 304, 3rd floor or visit www.grapeseedoil.com. Toockies: Eco-Friendly and Socially Conscious By Anna Marie Stauss, Chief Executive Of- ficer, Sinko Corp. Wow! What a year! We finally made it to Expo West after years of hoping to find a spot and being able to afford it. I'm hoping it is the opportunity we have waited for to reach more retailers in the eco-friendly and socially conscious market. We have grown in other channels, but this is the one my heart belongs to. I'm exhausted and excited, but very grate- ful for the honor of working with more than 800 women in 10 villages near Kolkata, India, that we have organized into a co-op to make our products. We are Fair Trade Fed- eration Members, and I feel like we are here as a voice for them all. We have really grown this year, and again nearly doubling our sales thanks to our wonderful retailers and the cus- tomers. Big thanks if you are here reading this. I have to tell you all: I'm so surprised to see how far we have come, despite everyone telling us it couldn't be done, and that we would never get anywhere for the long list of reasons most small business don't make it. I can't believe we started in 2008 with an idea, and a passion to do something about poverty, landfills and the poor quality plastic products so many of us buy and bring into our homes because there is nothing better or accessible. I'm so proud of offering hand- made quality products, made from natural fibers, to the U.S. market. How often do you walk into a grocery store or specialty store and find something that will work hard for you and last? I know I'm a very small voice in the ocean of commercial products, and that it will take more than "little me" to affect change in our disposable society, but in the many years I have been fighting the good fight, I am seeing the tides turning. I am hopeful that one day the amount of waste we purchase knowing it will end up in our oceans and land- fills will be so insignificant that our earth can bear it, and that the large producers of it give way to crafts- manship. As I'm writing this, I wonder who is read- ing it. I have to admit, I usually just look at the beautiful ads to find something I can take back home for my kids, but if you're out there and reading this message, please visit me at www.toockies.com, and let me know if what I'm seeing is real or just wishful thinking. For more information, visit booth #M109.

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