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OCG Show Daily Tuesday, June 12, 2018 3 6 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 fla- vor 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 offer- ings, uniquely packaged in convenient, re-sealable cans. The dry roasting process applied to these almonds, along with a unique blend of seasonings, con- tribute to their impactful flavor. "Feel the Heat" with the favorite fire and flavor of America's southwest Hatch Chile provid- ing 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 development 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 provide the perfect blend of heat and spice. The dry roasting process is performed in small batches to curate nuts without the excess oil. These almonds 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, Barbecue, Mesquite Smoked and Maple. Jake's Nut Roasters seasoned almonds can provide fun and fla- vor to any barbecue or special occasion, or just grab a can for healthy snacking anytime. Jasper Specialty Foods is an innovator and processor of spe- cialty foods, primarily consisting of almonds in one form or anoth- er, but also other specialty sweet, salty and crunchy gourmet treats handcrafted using the highest quality ingredients, many of them sourced from its own orchards. For more information, call 800.255.1641, email info@jasper specialtyfoods.com or go to www.jakesnutroasters.com. Stonewall Kitchen Dill & Chive Crepe Mix French crepes are a snap to make with Stonewall Kitchen's new Dill & Chive Crepe Mix. The savory and subtly herba- ceous blend of dried ingredients comes together with just eggs, water and a few tablespoons of butter or oil to form a light and airy batter that cooks up in mere min- utes once introduced to a hot skillet. The resulting crepes are delicate but flavorful, the perfect vehicle for a fried egg, sautéed vegetables, dressed greens or cheese. Swap out bagels for crepes filled with smoked salmon and cream cheese, or try stuffing these thin pan- cakes with your favorite sandwich toppings for an elegant spin on a lunchtime staple. Morning or night, the Dill & Chive Crepe Mix is ideal for preparing delicious and inventive meals. For more information, contact Stonewall Kitchen at 800.826.1752 or go to www.stonewallkitchen.com. AL: Our ability to help our customers get to market much faster than our competi- tors, with a lower capital investment. Customers are often surprised at how quickly we can get their product to shelves. Customer service is core to our culture. Our flexibility and ease of doing business makes us unique. OSD: Are you introducing any new products at the show? AL: Yes, we are showing a lot of new tamper-evident containers from our Fresh n' Sealed line. We have added ultra-clear microwavable tamper-evi- dent containers for hot foods. We have also added tamper-evident hoagie, wedge and wrap containers. The wrap container is quite unique and can stand on the shelf. OSD: How do you adapt your products to your customers' needs? AL: There are many ways. Sometimes we have a stock container a customer loves, but needs a different capacity or lid. We are able to design a new package to fit the product and our customer's needs. Also, because we work with a wide range of materials, we can provide our customers with many options to fit the application and the price point they require. OSD: What products do you see as being hottest this year? Lacerta Group (Cont'd. from p. 1) AL: Prepared food options. We think our ultra-clear microwavable tamper-evident containers are the perfect fit. Food secu- rity offers peace of mind with improved clarity – customers trust and enjoy being able to see the product. A container should enhance the customer's experi- ence and show off the product. We also see grab and go containers to continue to grow. Snacking is very popular and with everyone's busy schedules – convenience is key. OSD: How do you see your company's future in terms of economy, sales, tech- nology and product evolution? AL: We continue to invest in technology, with new thermoformers and equipment to maintain our speed to market, flexibil- ity and cost competiveness. We actually added multiple new thermoformers, an additional extrusion line and a sleeving line this past year. OSD: Why are your products and servic- es the best value for your customers? AL: Our customers' needs drive all of our designs; we want to enhance their product in delivery and presentation. Also, our customers can be dependent on us. We go to extremes to get things done for them and will do whatever we can if possible. Visit Lacerta at booth #5142 at the IDDBA 2018 Show. For more information, go to www.lacerta.com, call 508.339.3312 or email sales@lacerta.com. of their new home city, the Dukcevich family began producing and selling tradi- tional-recipe frankfurters and cooked and roasted hams to the locals, and the rest, as they say, is history! But they didn't stop there. Today, Principe is the leading top quality producer of one of Italy's most prestigious food products, Prosciutto di San Daniele. Principe's ever-growing portfolio of products includes various agings of Prosciutto di San Daniele, Prosciutto di Parma and Prosciutto Italiano; an ample selection of cooked and roasted hams, Mortadella from Bologna, Roasted Porchetta and Pancetta, Speck IGP Alto- Adige, Bresaola, Cotechino and many other authentic regional Italian deli meats. Principe not only imposes higher restrictive standards on its products than most regulatory boards do, but also demands direct control over every step in the production process, from the devel- opment of free range natural farms to in- house de-boning and curing. This metic- ulous quest for perfection and constant innovation allows for dependable, con- sistent, top quality products and an exclu- Principe (Cont'd. from p. 1) sive, completely closed food safety sys- tem. With proprietary animal farms, six production plants, two slicing facilities, and export to over 40 countries around the world, Principe has certainly become Italy's industry leader for premium deli meats. In 2018, Principe Foods proudly launched new portfolios of domestically sliced salumi for both retailers and food- service operators in the United States. The new domestic slicing lines mark a significant investment from the Dukcevich family in the future of the company in the U.S. Be sure to stop by the company's booth at the 2018 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York City for a sneak peek and more information. While the Dukcevich family was adamant to secure a solid future for gen- erations to come in their new Italian homeland, they could not have predicted just how successful they would be, both in Italy and around the world. Today the Principe brand is synonymous with best- in-class quality, passion, innovation, food safety and taste. For more information, visit booth #5240 at the IDDBA 2018 Show. where Cordillera has become a reliable partner contributing to its clients´ growth and becoming a leader in sustainability for the food industry. Grupo Nutresa has been a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (Sustainability glob- al ranking for the food industry) for seven years and a silver class company (second-most sustainable food company worldwide) in 2016 and 2017. At the same time, Cordillera chocolates has been supporting cocoa growers in Colombia for the past 60 years, develop- ing several sustainability programs and making a difference in communities and for more than 25,000 families of cocoa farmers. The company guarantees full traceability of its cocoa to customers, allowing a clear and transparent supply chain to them and their customers. The company uses cacaos from Colombia, Ecuador and Peru in its chocolate products, allowing it to master blends that enhance its customers' final product flavors and performance in their manufacturing lines. Cordillera (Cont'd. from p. 1) The company has loved chocolate since 1920 – almost a century — and Cordillera translates that knowledge and expertise, both in products and industrial processes, to contribute in its customers' manufacturing efficiency, performance and profitability. All that allows Cordillera to become a preferred partner in chocolate with a solid portfolio of solutions ranging from cocoa products, chocolate couvertures, coatings, inclusions and toppings, to tai- lor made solutions where it encourages co-creation with its research and devel- opment teams in its five manufacturing facilities and innovation centers in Colombia, Peru, Mexico and Costa Rica. The company is locally serving the North American market through five dis- tribution centers on both coasts and Canada, achieving competitive lead times and service to support its most valuable asset: its customers' growth. For more information, visit booth #3901, go to www.cordillerachocolates.com or email Jeremy Pilecky at jpilecky@ chocolates.com.co.