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SWEETS & TREATS SHOW EXTRA www.gourmetnews.com n MAY 2018 n GOURMET NEWS S T 1 4 Jake's Nut Roasters Launches Fire Roasted Hatch Chile Flavor Jake's Nut Roasters, one of the popular brands under the canopy of Jasper Specialty Foods, has launched a new flavor in its edgy, bold line-up of seasoned almonds. Jake's Nut Roasters all started with Jake. A fourth generation member of the Jasper family, Jake is proud to continue the family farming traditions passed down for over 70 years. Each of Jake's bold flavors are made from premium almonds and roasted in small batches to deliver exceptional quality. Fire Roasted Hatch Chile is the newest to the line-up of product offerings, uniquely packaged in convenient, re-sealable cans. The dry roasting process applied to these al- monds, along with a unique blend of season- ings, contribute to their impactful flavor. "Feel the Heat" with the favorite fire and fla- vor of America's southwest Hatch Chile pro- viding an inferno of taste with an innovative twist using this world-famous pepper. To engage in consumer demands, there has been a focused twofold approach in the de- velopment of this new flavor. The first was good plant-based protein in a snack- able form, and the second was the demand from consumers for artisan, edgy, spicy flavors. Jake's Fire Roasted Hatch Chile Almonds pro- vide the perfect blend of heat and spice. The dry roasting process is performed in small batches to curate nuts without the excess oil. These al- monds are also packed in a 7 ounce stackable can, which also fits conve- niently in a cup-holder. Jake's Nut Roasters almond products can be found in additional flavors, such as: Bleu Cheese Cracked Pepper, Bloody Mary, Bar- becue, Mesquite Smoked and Maple. Jake's Nut Roasters seasoned almonds can provide fun and flavor to any barbecue or special occasion, or just grab a can for healthy snacking anytime. Jasper Specialty Foods is an in- novator and processor of specialty foods, primarily consisting of al- monds in one form or another, but also other specialty sweet, salty and crunchy gourmet treats hand- crafted using the highest quality in- gredients, many of them sourced from its own orchards. Visit Jasper Specialty Foods at booth #1797. For more information, call 1.800.255.1641, email info@jasperspecialtyfoods.com or go to www.jakesnutroasters.com. Seasonal Truffles Take Center Stage By MaDonna Schmitz, National Sales Man- ager, Abdallah Candies Abdallah Candies authentic truffles are now made in popular seasonal flavors. These new delicious truffle centers are sure to evoke childhood memories. Whether it's the warm flavor of a pumpkin pie, the smooth flavor of holiday peppermint or the festive nutmeg flavor of eggnog cheer, these hand decorated truffles are uniquely satisfying. They are the perfect indulgence for anyone who can remember sitting around the holiday table enjoying your fa- vorite holiday treat. Abdallah Candies' truffle centers are the real thing. Created with fresh heavy whip cream, rich chocolate and just the right mix of ingredients, these special seasonal de- lights are sure to ring in the holidays. These seasonal truffles are packaged in see- through window boxes and are also avail- able in bulk. Abdallah Candies is known for its wide vari- ety of high quality, deli- cious tasting chocolates and caramels, including seasonal specialties that also include holiday brit- tles, barks, wrapped caramels and many other hand gourmet confec- tions. Abdallah Candies is a fourth generation, family owned company producing quality confections since 1909. Stop by the company's booth to taste a variety of whipping cream truffles as well as many other quality confections. Visit Abdallah Candies at booth #983. For more information, go to www .abdallahcandies.com, call 800.348.7328, email service @abdallahcandies.com or email MaDonna Schmitz at madonnas@abdallahcandies.com. J&M Foods: Family Tradition and Passion for Good Food J&M Foods proudly continues its family tradition and passion for good food by pro- viding its customers with the best tasting cheese straws and cookies in the market. As a family-owned business operating for roughly three decades, it is happy to bring a little joy to its customers' eating experi- ence. The company currently offers 19 varieties of cheese straws and cookies, as well as ad- ditional seasonal offerings. Working with various combinations of cheeses, chocolates, nuts, grains, fruits and spices, there's never a dull moment at J&M Foods. Its products are great for everyday pleasure and make the perfect gift. In addition, it is always in the kitchen exploring new possibilities to tickle the taste buds and provide something new for its customers' enjoyment. In keeping with its 100-year-old family recipe that inspired its great tasting Original Cheese Straws, J&M Foods is committed to maintaining its heritage of providing great products made from the finest ingredients available. All of its prod- ucts are trans fat free and baked with care. Its latest creation and something the company is very proud to add to the Janis & Melanie line of products comes in the form of a large, soft- baked cookie (3 inches in diameter). They're made with butter, whole egg and a whole lot of love. Varieties include Chocolate Chunk, Brownie and Oatmeal Cranberry. Each carton contains eight 1 ounce cookies, which are individually wrapped. Enjoy them with milk, coffee, tea, ice cream or by themselves anytime as a snack. J&M Foods enjoys being flexible enough to handle all its customers' needs. Located in a 32,000 square foot fa- cility residing on 21 acres, it has room to grow along with its cus- tomers. Centrally lo- cated and nationally recognized, J&M Foods is an award-winning market leader within the specialty foods industry. Visit J&M Foods at booth #1382. For more information or to discuss a private label need, call 800.264.2278. New El Sabroso Cantina Tortilla Chips Did you know that the original tortilla chip was popularized as a snack in Los Angeles and San Antonio, Texas in the early 1940s? Which of the two cities was first to make the delicious snack is the subject of much debate. Today, according to IRI Multi-Outlet trends ending 12/31/17, the U.S. Tortilla Chip category is $4.2B in size with a dollar growth rate of 1.6 percent. "Consumers are looking for authentic, ar- tisanal snack brands that are delicious and that have healthy good-for-you qualities," said Joe Papiri, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Snak King. "Our new El Sabroso ® Cantina Tortilla chips are crafted the old-fashioned way – cut from freshly made corn tortillas and cooked to a delicious crunch, plus they are non-GMO, gluten free, kosher and have no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives." "I believe that new entries such as this line can help to further accelerate growth in the category by at- tracting new shoppers as well as to increase the shopping basket for our retailers – as after all, who eats tortilla chips alone? Our chips are excellent as an appetizer or a meal starter– great for dipping, but terrific for na- chos!" said Papiri. The new El Sabroso Cantina line is made up of three varieties: El Sabroso Cantina Thick and Crunchy Tortilla Chips, El Sabroso Cantina Thin and Crispy Tortilla Chips and El Sabroso Cantina Jalapeno Lime Flavored Tor- tilla Chips. The Cantina line can be found in specialty and grocery retailers across the country. Visit Snak King at booth #524. For more information, call 800.748.5566, email privatelabel@snakking.com or go to www.snakking.com. Hatch Chile Company USDA Organic Red Enchilada Sauces In 2018, the Hatch Chile Company is intro- ducing USDA Certified Organic formula- tions of its popular HATCH Red Mild and HATCH Red Medium enchilada sauces to consumers across the United States. The Hatch Chile Company's Organic red enchi- lada sauce introduction will advance Hatch Chile Company's quality leadership in the category and will help drive category sales. HATCH branded enchilada sauces have been a category leader with overall sales and sales growth. Sales of Certified Organic food items con- tinue to expand, and in 2016, organic food accounted for over 5.3 percent of total food products sold in the United States. For the first time, sales of organic food items ex- ceeded $40 billion in 2016 and were up 8.4 percent versus prior year while the overall U.S. food sales only grew 0.6 percent. Source: Organic Trade Association (OTA) industry survey (May 2017). The Hatch Chile Company is a category leader in premium quality Southwestern food with a broad product line that includes premium quality green chile and jalapeno peppers, enchilada sauces, salsas and taco sauce. The Hatch Chile Company has been an industry pioneer in introducing Certified Gluten Free (GF), Non-GMO Project Veri- fied and Kosher OU products to the market. HATCH and HATCH Select branded prod- ucts are available in supermarkets and natu- ral and specialty grocery retailers across the United States. For more information, go to www.hatchchileco.com.

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