Oser Communications Group

GOURMET NEWS APRIL 2017 www.gourmetnews.com HOT PRODUCTS 2 1 Hot Products Endless Possibilities with Barlean's New Butter Flavored Coconut Oil Barlean's new dairy-free Butter Flavored Organic Coconut Oil offers all the benefits of or- ganic coconut oil, along with the rich taste of real butter – a recipe for endless culinary possibilities. Delicious on toast and muffins or melted over popcorn, baked potatoes or cooked veg- etables, it's hard to believe that a healthy, vegan, non-hydrogenated oil can taste so in- credibly good. It's an ideal 1:1 substitute for butter in all of your baking recipes. With its high smoke point, it's also perfect for cooking and frying under 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Made exclusively from sustainably harvested coconuts, Barlean's Butter Flavored Co- conut Oil is both organic and Non-GMO Project Verified. Plus, the all-natural butter flavor comes from botanical extracts only, so you can rest assured there are no artificial flavors or colors – just pure buttery goodness for your whole family. Barlean's Butter Flavored Coconut Oil doesn't require refrigeration. It will start to melt at around 76 degrees Fahrenheit, so keep it refrigerated for a solid consistency, or leave it out for a soft or liquid consistency. Barlean's www.barleans.com Bellucci Extra Virgin Olive Oil Not all Extra Virgin Olive Oil is created equal. Award-winning Bellucci Extra Virgin Olive Oil is decidedly a nutritional stand-out. Flavor and freshness are the greatest all-around indicators of nutritional value. Fruity, bitter and spicy notes, along with other aromatic hints, are always present at their maximum range of expression when EVOO is fresh and nutritionally rich. Since both flavor and health-giving properties subside over time, consuming the oil when fresh is key. This is why Bellucci prioritizes freshness in all facets of its production, and why every Bellucci bottle arrives fresh from Italy, with the harvest date featured on the front label, to reach shoppers when flavor, antioxidants and polyphenols are at their peak. In turn, Bellucci is regularly winning awards at tasting competitions for its aroma and nuanced profiles. The influence of cultivars on nutritional value and flavor can be significant. The coratina, for example, is especially rich in protective micronutrients. In Bellucci's 100% Italian, the coratina's polyphenols make their presence known on the palate through a hint of bitterness and a spicy tickle at the back of the throat. While other cultivars typically impart this quality to a lesser degree, the coratina is sure to give a big peppery kick – though, again, only if the oil is fresh. An older bottle of EVOO, regardless of the cultivars, will be lacking in nutrients and entirely devoid of spice. Bellucci www.belluccipremium.com Bertozzi's Spreadable Italian Cheese Starts with Premium Whey Bertozzi Corporation of America's Gran Festa line of spreadable Italian cheeses are artisanally crafted from high-quality whey, freshly ground spices and veg- etables. They come in three varieties: Garlic & Herb, Pink Peppercorn and Sweet Chili. Packaged in 8-ounce cups, a 2-tablespoon serving contains about 40 calories, 3.5 grams of fat and 1.5 grams of protein. The gluten-free, preservative-free spreads have a light and airy texture and mouthfeel with a rich, creamy flavor profile. Gran Festa is imported from the Bertozzi Creamery, an Italian family-owned dairy established in 1901. Bertozzi Corporation of America 203.855.1356 www.bertozziamerica.com Organic Chocolate Chips from Clasen Quality Chocolate Clasen Quality Chocolate, a U.S.-based manufacturer of chocolate and confectionery coatings, has recently launched a new brand of organic baking chocolate called Artisan Kettle™ Organic Chocolate. Artisan Kettle Organic Chocolate Chips and Baking Bars are made in Wisconsin, with or- ganic, 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 deli- cious. Available in Bittersweet, Semisweet, Milk Chocolate and White Chocolate, each variety of the chips is sold in stand-up, reclosable bags. The baking bars are available in Unsweetened Cocoa, Bittersweet, Semisweet and Milk Chocolate. Clasen Quality Chocolate 608.467.3728 www.clasen.us Bringing Worldly Flavors to the Freezer Aisle Although consumers continue to expand their interest in foods with an ethnic distinction, there is still a fair amount of education about the Indian food cat- egory that must occur to turn traditional eaters into more adventurous eaters in the interest of growing ethnic categories, overall. Tandoor Chef is bringing today's ingredient-conscious eaters a look at the appetizers and entrées traditionally enjoyed in India. Restaurant-quality dishes like Malai Kofta, Lamb Vindaloo and Chicken Tikka Masala are inten- tionally crafted from old-world recipes, offering global indulgence paired with the convenience and undisputable ease typical of the frozen food category. All naturally preserved by a freezing process that eliminates the need for artificial preservatives, Tandoor Chef is a great way to clean up freezer aisles with appetizers, entrées, naan breads and pizzas to cater to the shopper of today – worldly, bold and adventurous. Deep Foods www.deepfoods.com Egg Innovations: Proud to be Humane Beings Blue Sky Family Farms is the most recognized new name in humane eggs from America's No. 1 certified humane free range and pasture raised producer. Hens are free to forage outdoors on pasture and express natural behaviors. The company is certified to Humane Farm Animal Care's (HFAC) highest stan- dards, and its products have superior taste, are fresh to market and more nu- tritious with no GMOs, hormones, antibiotics or animal byproducts. Egg Innovations mills its own feed and owns all of its chickens. It never buys or packs third party eggs. The company provides consistent and high quality at the best value available. Egg Innovations is a family-owned, purpose-driven company that puts the welfare of its chickens, people and planet first in every decision it makes, and every action it takes. The company's focus is on moving animal welfare forward and bringing family farming back. It proudly serves as the nation's No. 1 producer of 100 percent free range and pasture raised eggs. The company is certified humane to the in- dustry's highest standards and its eggs are raised with care – naturally, supporting local family farms. Egg Innovations 800.337.1951 www.egginnovations.com Cold Pressed Grapeseed Oil from Salute Santé! Ultra-premium Salute Santé! Cold Pressed Grapeseed Oil is brought to the market by Food & Vine™, Inc. 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 oxy- gen, which guarantees its freshness for 24 months. It is efficiently packed in six packs to optimize shelf stocking and for case stack presentations. Certified green and verified non-GMO, the grapeseed oil is cold pressed, clean and green. From its recycled seeds to its recyclable steel can, the company is green minded. Utilizing existing resources, the seeds are obtained after the wine crush so there is no new farmland, crop or water used. Salute Santé! is the only grapeseed oil that is third party certified 100 percent pure grapeseed oil. It's also an excellent source of antioxidants, vitamin E and essential linoleic acid. Compared to olive oil, it's almost 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 cholesterol and triglycerides, which may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Salute Santé! oil contains zero trans fats and is BPA free. Food & Vine Inc. www.grapeseedoil.com Frontier Soups Homemade-In-Minutes Arizona Sunset Enchilada Soup Frontier Soups'™ top-selling Arizona Sunset Enchilada Soup Mix satisfies consumers' taste for culinary adventure and easy preparation for family meals. Gluten free, with warm chili seasonings, the mix provides authentic Southwestern flavor. The colorful blend of golden non-GMO corn, beans and red peppers generates point-of-purchase appeal in 5.75-ounce clear packaging. The suggested retail price is $5.95. Frontier Soups 800.300.SOUP (7687) www.frontiersoups.com

• Cover