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GOURMET NEWS www.gourmetnews.com n JUNE 2018 n GOURMET NEWS 1 1 0 Fancy Food Show, Lioni is officially launching the release of its newly de- signed La Linea Premium Retail Cup Line. This line consists of distinctively premium specialty fresh mozzarella cheeses, which feature our award-winning Burrata products along with our domesti- cally made Bufala Fresca Mozzarella, in which we import the finest grass-fed buf- falo milk from Italy. Authentic, sophisti- cated and delicious describes this uniquely exceptional line of specialty fresh moz- zarella items. GN: What prompted this package redesign? TC: The new packaging redesign was actu- ally inspired by our collaboration with our Italian truffle supplier, Urbani, to develop a modern and distinctive packaging for our Burrata Con Tartufo cheese product that guarantees an ultra-sleek and sophisticated presence for their specific target clientele. With that, each product package imagery trasting and highlighting the essence of the rich and creamy white mozzarella, essen- tially achieving that fresh and modern feel. Lioni also wanted to differentiate the La Linea Premium line from our classic, tradi- tional line, thus deliberately using regal col- ors, such as a rich blue, silver and gold to define the artistry of this exceptional fresh mozzarella. For more information, visit booth #2260, go to www.lionimozzarella.com, call 908.686.6061 or email info@lionimozzarella.com. Lioni Latticini (Cont'd. from p. 1) reflect the traditions and culture of their re- spective regions. Cured meat, cheeses, gnocchi, olives, extra-virgin olive oil, Cal- abrian hot cherry and chili peppers, hot veg- etable spread and grilled artichokes are some of the current products in the Silano catalog. Visits are made to Italy yearly to en- sure that the quality of the product continues to meet Silano's standards. Cheeses include several varieties of cow, sheep and goat milk. Most of those offered represent authentic northern Italian culinary excellence, although as the prod- uct range is expanded, more cheeses from other areas of Italy will enter the product line. Silano cured meats include Parma, San Daniele and Italian Prosciutto, using Italian pork legs which are cured exclusively with salt. Silano also includes an exciting line of seafood items produced in Italy. Many products are harvested from the Adriatic Sea in the upper region of Abruzzo. The freshest anchovies are fished from the Mediterranean Sea and marinated to per- fection. Other seafood items include seafood salads, anchovy fillets, shrimp, cuttlefish, octopus pieces, baby octopus, baby squid, sardines, mussels, squid and mackerel. The Silano brand is pleased to offer its customers the finest selection of Italian prod- ucts that satisfies the needs of chefs in any kitchen. The Silano brand is destined to be- come a household name for reputable Italian ingredients that are distinguished for high quality and ease of preparation. For more information, visit booth #2574, go to www.savellousa.com, email info@savello usa.com or call 570.822.9743. Silano (Cont'd. from p. 1) JH: Who doesn't love tacos? I grew up with super fond memories of 'taco night' at our house. The unique flavors and textures that came with all the different components of building my very own taco made it a fun and exciting meal experience. We're bringing that fun to a cuisine that has become so much more mainstream in American cuisine than it was when I was a kid. Let's face it – with how busy we all are these days with work, kids and managing everything in between, we're always looking for shortcuts in the kitchen that don't sacrifice quality and de- liver in flavor. GN: Tell our readers about the line. JH: There are three flavors in the line, and they are Approachably Mild, Uniquely Ko- rean and Actually Spicy. All of the sauces are organic and gluten free because those are sta- ples of our company and we weren't willing to compromise on either of those character- istics. We're calling them taco sauces be- cause that is the obvious application, but because our ingredients are so simple and clean, they are great to cook with. GN: How do you think people will use them? JH: Nachos, rice bowls, breakfast – they are going to make some super mixers for cock- tails like bloody marys or margaritas. For sure on sandwiches – banh mis, sloppy joes and burgers, to name a few. GN: Tell our readers more about each of the flavors. JH: The Approachably Mild is just that. It's a sauce with my 4-year-old daughter's palate in mind that is super flavorful, but not at all spicy. On top of our tomato base, we add car- rots, citrus and bell pepper. The sauce is bright and earthy, and for me, incredibly nos- talgic. Next is our Actually Spicy. We say if kick in the pants had a flavor, this would be it. Those same tomatoes in our other products get kicked up with three different kinds of spicy peppers that create different levels of heat sen- sations at the beginning, middle and end. Last is our Uniquely Korean, which is probably our most nuanced sauce of the line. It's also tomato-based, but gets some sweet- ness from tamari, some umami from miso and a little bit of heat from both Bird's Eye chile and gochugaru (Korean red pepper). GN: Which flavor is your favorite? JH: Well, that's like choosing your favorite child! I really like the complexity and versa- tility of the Actually Spicy. We'll go with that for now. Visit Red Duck at booth #6012. For more in- formation, go to www.redduckfoods.com, email info@redduckfoods.com or follow the company on social media. Red Duck (Cont'd. from p. 1) home. Selling salt as an extraordinary food requires extraordinary packaging. That's why Artisan Salt Company reimag- ined its line of packaged products, striving to make packaging just as exceptional as the salt it contains. Starting with patented shak- ers and grinders, each able to easily replace a regular shaker or grinder right off the shelf, Artisan has created serving containers with features not found in any other collection. Between airtight lids that preserve the salt within from moisture and grinders that come with an infinitely adjustable and indestructi- ble ceramic grinding mechanism, these re- designed products are more functional than ever. Artisan even offers beautiful glass bou- tique jars with American Black Walnut tops that allow customers to sprinkle finishing salts with their fingers. The key component in SaltWorks' reimag- ined Artisan line is a series of one-pound pour spout pouches, which reinforce the patented flip lid shakers and grinders, but function as an essential pantry item on their own. Since Artisan's shakers and grinders are designed to be indestructible and reusable, these packages reduce waste by providing an easy way to refill them. The pour spout pouches have their own unique functions, as well: they seal tightly to keep out moisture and also pour with a steady, even stream, perfect for measuring salt in precise quantities for baking or cooking large portions. The pour spout works so well, in fact, that many people have begun using these pouches as their primary tableside salt con- tainer. What was originally intended as a re- fill has become a successful package in its own right, one that fits easily into store shelves and has the same sharp, refined vi- sual aesthetic that defines the new look of the always-innovative Artisan Salt Company. For more information, go to www.seasalt.com or call 800.353.7258. Artisan Salt Company (Cont'd. from p. 1) was then specifically created with individu- ality and a sense of movement. We want the consumer to visually taste the cheese, ulti- mately creating that complete sensory expe- rience. GN: What were you looking to achieve? TC: Our ultimate goal for this new packag- ing was to embrace the products' Italian au- thenticity and sophistication. A key component was introducing the dominant black as the background color, both con- have offices in Matawan, New Jersey. Be- cause of our innovative packaging – cartons instead of cans – Pomì became a staple for health conscious consumers that appreciate quality and innovation. Our carton bricks are exclusively chosen from FSC (Forest Stew- ardship Council) certified packages, paper from renewable forests,and managed accord- ing to strict environmental, social and eco- nomic standards. I'm proud to say that for 36 years, Pomì has been widely known for its incompara- ble Italian quality, its controlled supply chain and the traceability and sustainabil- ity of its tomatoes. Our farmers grow tomatoes on 370 farms associated to Con- sorzio Casalasco del Pomodoro. They are cultivated on more than 7,000 hectares be- tween Cremona, Parma, Piacenza and Mantua, at an average distance of 50km from the processing plants, which means the time between harvest and production is extremely short, allowing that just-picked taste to be an exquisite factor in our final product. GN: What is your goal for the show? CV: This year we are introducing new products in different packaging and sizes. We want to present those products to our current accounts and possibly gain new ones. GN: What brings the most pride to Pomì? CV: Our tomato is 100 percent Italian, culti- vated with a commitment to respecting the environment as well as the health of our con- sumers. We follow the highest quality and safety standards. GN: Are you launching any new products this year? CV: Yes. Pomì is presenting our 2018 line extension, which will introduce new for- mats and products in BPA-free cans, glass bottles and tubes. We are launching the fol- lowing: Strained Tomatoes in glass 24.5 ounces; Rustica Tomatoes in glass 24.5 ounces; Chopped Tomatoes in can 15 ounces; Chopped Tomatoes in can 28 ounces; Finely Chopped in can 15 ounces; Double Paste in tube 4.7 ounces; Double Paste BIO in tube 4.7 ounces; Pizza Sauce in can 15 ounces; Organic Strained Toma- toes in glass 17.6 ounces; and Organic Chopped Tomatoes in glass 17.6 ounces. GN: Who are your target customers? CV: We strive to provide foodies, families and younger people with a wide range of ver- satile products they can choose from for every occasion and for all types of recipes. GN: What makes your products stand out in the marketplace? CV: As noted earlier, Pomì products are 100 percent Italian, BPA-free, kosher and non- GMO. There are no preservatives, no artificial flavors, no citric acid, no water added. We keep it simple so that everyone can enjoy the extraor- dinary taste of our products. Versatility is key, and Pomì is wonderful in the most traditional Italian recipes, yet is perfectly suited for every recipe that requires the fresh taste of tomatoes. For more information, visit booth #251, go to www.pomi.us.com, call 732.541.4115 or email pomi@pomi.us.com. Pomì (Cont'd. from p. 1)

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