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NATURALLY HEALTHY www.gourmetnews.com n MARCH 2018 n GOURMET NEWS N H 3 4 Urban Accents Brings Food Truck Flavors to the Kitchen with Globally-Inspired Taco Simmer Sauces Taco night will never be the same. Urban Accents introduces Global Taco Simmer Sauces – small batch crafted, clean label and gluten-free flavors. Home cooks can now use tortillas as their blank canvas and showcase culinary creativity. Each sauce flavor – Korean BBQ, Tangy Tomatillo & Garlic, Thai Chili, Jamaican Jerk – complements everything from steak, poultry, seafood, tofu, jackfruit and veggies and welcomes a wide range of fresh garnishes for the real street food experience. The Taco Simmer Sauce line's flavor profiles include: Korean BBQ – A savory and sweet sauce with hints of garlic and sesame that caramelizes perfectly on thinly sliced beef or tofu. Tangy Tomatillo & Garlic – The most traditional of the sauces, a garlicky tomatillo base with subtle notes of jalapeño heat and a citrusy zing makes it ideal for thinly sliced pork or beans. Thai Chili – A balanced blend of sriracha, garlic and lime creates a sweet and spicy sauce that pairs best with shrimp or chicken. Jamaican Jerk – This tropical blend of peppers, citrus and pineapple fin- ishes with a spicy kick, and is delicious on chicken strips or your favorite cut of pork and beef. "Urban Accents stepped into the sauce game last year when we intro- duced our first line of simmer and pizza sauces at the Summer Fancy Food Show. These have been an overwhelming success for us," said Tom Knibbs, President and co- Founder of Urban Accents. "We are poised to answer the consumer shift towards spe- cialty brands and clean label ingredients by bringing these trends to life for our retailers. Last year Americans ate over 4.5 billion tacos – we expect that number to continue rising." "Many consumers want to cook with new flavors, but aren't always sure how to," said co- Founder Jim Dygas. "Our new taco sauce line delivers an ap- proachable introduction to exper- imentation in the kitchen, by starting with an easy-to-prepare base and inspiration on how to get creative with toppings and garnishes to create ex- traordinary tacos." Each bottle contains 12-14 ounces of sauce, enough to cook up to 3 pounds of pro- tein. Suggested retail price is $4.99. Visit Urban Accents at booth #8901. For more information, visit www.urbanaccents.com. Natural Personal Care for People Who Care, Personally It's not about riding the latest fad. Natural Personal Care is absolutely one of the fastest growing segments in the market. But that doesn't make it a fad, it makes it a trend – and a strong one at that. The "fad," according to WooBamboo, is unnatural per- sonal care, and that fad is beginning to see its end. "People are caring what they put in their mouth. They're caring what they're putting in and on their bodies. The world is waking up. It's a smarter marketplace out there, and that's fantastic," says Christopher Fous, co- Founder of WooBamboo. His company doesn't refer to itself as an oral care brand. "We're in the inspiration business, and business is good," Fous says. The company claims that its products (bam- boo toothbrushes, biodegradable floss and brand new natural toothpastes) are designed to inspire the world to be more eco-friendly, and more aware of the products they use, promoting making smaller changes every day toward a cleaner, healthier family and planet. Now in its fifth year, WooBamboo prod- ucts can be found in just under 10,000 stores world- wide, proving that not only can natural oral care products com- pete in a plastic-filled marketplace, but hold their own on so many store shelves. "Any store looking to expand their oral care section with naturals has an easy solu- tion. Our entire line is created to be the most retail-friendly/eco-friendly hybrid. We care, and we think it shows. Because of this, consumers who care are drawn to our stuff. We're good people making good products that not only clean your smile, but your conscience, as well. It's a no brainer, and as natural as it gets, while still appealing to the mass consumer," says Fous. WooBamboo offers bamboo toothbrushes in multiple styles for adults, kids and even pets, along with biodegradable silk dental floss and a brand new line of delicious, natural toothpastes in flavors for adults and children. The style is fun, the brand is cool, and the company just wants to innovate, inspire and change the world. Visit WooBamboo at booth #2593. For more information, go to www.woobamboo.com. Traditional Products from Bill's Organic Inspired by seasonings he enjoyed growing up, Bill set out to create a traditional line of seasonings and mixtures such as poultry sea- sonings and onion dip using organic ingredi- ents. Using friends and family as his "tasters," Bill crafted his "spice concoc- tions," as his family calls them. Through these concoctions, Bill's Organic was born. As of now, Bill's Organic consists of the following products: Bill's Turkey Brining Kit, Bill's Poultry Seasoning, Bill's Turkey Lacing Kit and Bill's Organic Onion Dip. Not only are all Bill's products USDA organ- ically certified, but they also contain Hi- malayan salt as opposed to table salt, giving an extra punch of minerals. Bill's Turkey Brining Kit includes a brining bag and is perfect for helping you ensure your Thanksgiving turkey, or turkey in general, comes out flavorful and juicy. Bill's Poultry Seasoning is a perfect pairing with the Turkey Brining Kit to help ensure that your Thanks- giving stuffing is as tasty as can be. In an effort to create a "one stop shop" for all your turkey cooking needs, Bill has created a shipper which contains Bill's Turkey Brining Kit, Poultry Sea- soning and Turkey Lacing Kit. The One Stop Turkey Shop, as Bill calls it, is on display for the first time at Natural Products Expo West. Bill's Onion Dip is the perfect party favor. Pair it with sour cream for a tra- ditional onion dip taste, or with yogurt for a healthier alternative. For the last couple of years, Bill's Onion Dip has been a hit at vari- ous food related shows and will be available for the first time to order April 1st 2018. In addition to the traditional onion dip flavor, two new onion dip flavors are debuting at Natural Products Expo West. For more information, visit booth #5271. Paesana: Good for Customers, Good for Business According to the United States Department of Agriculture, sales of organic foods in the U.S. increased from $11 billion in 2004 to $27 billion in 2012. The USDA also reported that the 7.4 percent growth rate in organic food sales during 2012 was more than dou- ble the annual growth rate for all food sales that year. Furthermore, the Organic Trade Association states that the trend is expanding as Americans are continuing to widen their demand for organic foods – with sales of or- ganic products in the U.S. increasing to $35.1 billion in 2013. The consumer appetite for healthier choices is growing considerably and rapidly. However, that doesn't mean today's shop- pers are willing to give up taste. A simple "organic" label is no longer enough to con- vert or retain the loyalty of food buyers and chefs who demand noticeably fresher taste, as well. L&S Packing Company, a family owned business, has introduced its line of premium quality Paesana Organic Pasta Sauces and New Premium Organic Condi- ments to meet that doubled-up demand. "Our premium organic pasta sauces are rich in nutrients and are made with the fresh- est ingredients without additives," said Jacqueline Scaramelli-Massaro, L&S Vice President. "They're also sautéed to perfec- tion just like all our other sauces to capture the finest and fullest flavor." The line is being touted as just as flavorful as the delicious sauces the family's great- grandmother proudly and lovingly made in her kitchen way back in 1902. "Seeking organic brands on store shelves has become a top priority for millions and millions of consumers, particularly moms who are reading nutrition labels more carefully than ever to assure that their families are eating foods that are good for them," said Scaramelli-Massaro, a mother who knows first- hand that nutritional choices are important, but also that those choices need to provide superior taste. Paesana Premium Organic Pasta Sauces are available in five flavors, including Tomato & Basil, Tuscan Pepper, Marinara, Vodka Sauce and Roasted Garlic. All flavors are made with 100 percent imported Italian tomatoes selected at the height of freshness. Paesana Premium Organic Condiments cur- rently feature Marinated Mushrooms, Porto- bello Mushrooms and Non Pareil Capers. The new lines of sauces and condiments are also organically certified by QAI and are gluten free. As is the case with all products from L&S Packing Company, Paesana Premium Organic Pasta Sauces and Condiments have un- dergone highly rigorous quality control processes and have also been taste-tested through every phase of product development. "The depth and breadth of our commitment to quality and our dedication to unmatched flavor have defined our family and our company for genera- tions," said L&S President Louis Scaramelli, IV. "We're excited to say that our organic pasta sauces have exceeded our own highly stringent criteria and demanding expecta- tions for healthier ingredients combined with incredible taste, and we're certain these top quality sauces will be extremely popular with today's continuously growing numbers of health-conscious consumers." For more information, call 631.845.1717 or stop by booth #5473.