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1 1 June 2018 SNACKING NEWS SNACKING NEWS Vermont Creamery Adds Fresh Flavors to Growing Retail Goat Cheese Collection Vermont Creamery is adding three new fresh goat cheese flavors to its growing lineup of high-quality cheeses and but- ter. With a focus on unique flavors and high- quality ingredients, Vermont Creamery is heading to market with the first round of new 4-ounce chèvre logs: Clover Blossom Honey, Wild Blueberry Lemon & Thyme and Smoky Pepper Jelly. "In the 34 years since we made our first fresh chèvre, Vermont Creamery has grown while staying true to our core val- ues," said Adeline Druart, President of Ver- mont Creamery. "As we expand our offerings, high-quality, unique ingredients remain a focus of our innovation efforts. The search for the newest fla- vor selections was rigorous, and the result is an elevated collection of fresh goat cheese that's made in Ver- mont." Inspired by the beloved pairing of fresh goat cheese and honeycomb, Clover Blos- som Honey chèvre combines Vermont Creamery's fresh chèvre and pure, liquid honey produced in North Dakota. The tart, creamy chèvre is blended with honey for a subtly sweet, flo- ral flavor. Blueberry Lemon & Thyme chèvre is made with dried wild blueberries that are satisfyingly sweet and bursting with flavor. Taking inspira- tion from a traditional blueberry lemon cake, candied lemon peel adds tartness and the savory spice of thyme comple- ments the sweetness of the berries. It's the perfect cheese to serve as a dessert. Sweet meets heat in the new Smoky Pepper Jelly flavored log. A twist on an American classic — coupling creamy fresh chèvre and sweet and smoky pepper jelly — this log is hand-rolled in a rich dry rub that boasts flavors of poblano peppers and hickory smoke. The trio of new flavors join the existing lineup including: Classic, Herb de Provence, Cranberry, Orange & Cinnamon and Three Peppercorn. n The Good Bean: Grab-N'-Go Packaging, New Sweet Sriracha Flavor gimMe Snacks Wins Supplier of the Year Award from Whole Foods Market gimMe Snacks, the #1 organic seaweed snack brand, received the award for best Organic Commitment at the annual Whole Foods Market Supplier Awards held on April 18, 2018. gimMe stood out among other brands for offering a differentiated, certified organic seaweed product portfo- lio in the growing functional snacks cate- gory. Created by Annie Chun, gimMe Snacks' organic seaweed Thins, Chips, and Roasted Snacks continue to resonate with Whole Foods Market's health-con- scious shoppers. The annual Whole Foods Market Sup- plier Awards are the company's highest honor for producer partners that exemplify the organization's mission and values. The awards spotlight best in class supplier part- ners for their outstanding innovation, en- vironmental stewardship, responsible sourcing and commitment to quality stan- dards. "It's a real honor to be recognized by Whole Foods Market for our commitment to using only certified organic ingredi- ents," said Steve Broad, co-Founder and Chief Executive Offier of gimMe Snacks. "This award symbolizes years of hard work in creating the first USDA-approved organic seaweed snacks and we could not be more pleased." gimMe started its national partnership with Whole Foods in 2013, and quickly became the top-selling seaweed brand carried by the market. Now, the gimMe brand is a best seller amongst all other functional snack brands including beef jerky, bean snacks, fruit snacks and kale chips. gimMe has long been a trailblazer in creating certified organic seaweed snacks, influencing its suppliers to adopt U.S. De- partment of Agriculture-approved methods of producing and processing its seaweed. gimMe uses only sustainably grown sea- weed to create its line of delicious snacks that are organic, gluten free, non-GMO and vegan. About gimMe Snacks gimMe Snacks are unlike any other. Based in northern California, gimMe is the pioneering healthy snack brand that harvests and curates the world's best tasting, healthy organic seaweed-based snacks. gimMe's seaweed is grown or- ganically, thoughtfully, and sustainably in an agriculturally protected region off the South Korean coast, which ensures superior nutrition and delicious taste. gimMe was founded by food entrepre- neurs Annie Chun and Steve Broad, who, in 2012, recognized an opportunity to adapt a traditional yet convenient and healthy Korean favorite to a healthy snack in flavors that would entice Amer- ican palates. Learn more about gimMe at www.gimmehealth.com. n The Good Bean believes smart snacking is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. To make their better-for-you snacks more portable and convenient, the California com- pany is introducing new 1.4-ounce grab and go packaging for three flavors of its Crunchy Chickpeas snacks; Classic Hummus, Sea Salt, and Sweet Sriracha, with hints of chili peppers, garlic, vinegar, and salt. Recent studies show that, in America, the average per capita consumption of snack food will be nearly 50 pounds in 2018, and nearly half of that will be purchased in portable 1- to 3-ounce packaging. The Good Bean's founder, Sarah Wallace, said, "I created the 1.4-ounce grab and go size as a response to consumer demand for our bean snacks in a more convenient, portable form. They are a perfect serving of tasty plant protein and fiber that can be stashed in purses, gym bags and school lunch boxes for a nutrition boost after a workout, on a commute or instead of an unhealthy sugary afternoon treat at school." While the new package size will fit into a pocket or purse, the snack inside has big nutritional benefits with 8 grams of protein, 6 grams of fiber, and zero trans-fat. The Good Bean's snack-size packages will be rolling into stores—in- cluding 7-Eleven convenience stores— this summer. The Good Bean's larger, 6-ounce bags of Crunchy Chickpeas come in six flavors: Thai Coconut, Chili Lime, Sweet Cinna- mon, Sea Salt, Classic Hummus, and the new Sweet Sriracha. Suggested retail prices range from $3.99 to $4.29. For more information, call 510.842.7144 or visit www.thegoodbean.com. n Old Croc's New Roasted Garlic & Herb Cheddar earned the best of class award in the pasteurized process cheese slices cate- gory, while Old CrocHorseradish Cheddar took second place in the flavored pasteur- ized process cheese category at the World Cheese Championships Contest. " We are tremendously honored to be so highly recognized in this competition between the best cheeses around the globe," said Ken Meyers, President of Trugman-Nash, makers of Old Croc cheese. He added, "With the growing demand for bolder, more flavorful cheeses, we are continually striving to raise the bar in the flavored cheese cat- egory". Old Croc Roasted Garlic & Herb com- bines the signature bold "bite" of Aus- tralian sharp cheddar with a zesty blend of real garlic and aromatic herbs, while the horseradish cheddar delivers a hearty and distinctively tangy tasting experience. These flavorful cheeses are made with non-GMO ingredients with no added hor- mones. Old Croc's flavored cheddars are dis- tributed by Trugman-Nash, LLC, and will be available in 6-ounce retail chunks, 6-ounce pre-sliced shingle packs and 12-ounce and 1.5-pound va- riety trays. n Old Croc's Flavored Cheddar Cheeses Win Gold and Silver

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