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Produce Show Daily Monday, June 25, 2018 1 0 Experience Ginger in New Way with Fresh Origins' Herb Crystals Ginger Fresh Origins' Ginger Crystals are the newest flavor in the Herb Crystals ® , Flower Crystals ® and Fruit Crystals ® line. Made from real ginger, these Crystals have a refreshing and authentic ginger taste and they are the hottest new ingredient in the kitchen. Not only does ginger have health and medicinal bene- fits; these crystals will add delight and balance to any meal. They are zesty and crunchy with just the right amount of gin- ger spice. From sweet to savory, add Ginger Crystals to salads, meats, seafood, pastries, fresh fruit, gelato, chocolate and even cocktails. "I love the Herb Crystals not only for their vibrant flavor, but also for the unique texture they impart to my desserts," said Pastry Chef Johnny Iuzzini. Herb Crystals, Flower Crystals and Fruit Crystals are an original concept by Fresh Origins. They have dazzling, all- natural colors and incredible flavors that come only from fresh whole herbs and flowers with absolutely no added flavors, preservatives or coloring, and they are Kosher Certified. Fresh Origins produces the most flavorful fresh herbs and edible flowers, which are carefully hand-har- vested at the peak of flavor and color content; these are then combined with cane sugar to create beautiful, flavorful crystals that look and taste amazing. Fresh Origins' Crystals add an enticing and dis- tinctive finishing touch to any culinary cre- ation. Add color, tex- ture and flavor to sal- ads, fresh fruit, choco- lates and much more! For mixology: Mini Herb Crystals, Mini Flower Crystals and Mini Fruit Crystals are the next generation of glass rimmers. Mini Crystals have a finer gran- ule size than the regular Crystals and are perfect for creating distinctive upscale cocktails. For tea: Herb Crystals, Flower Crystals and Fruit Crystals dissolve read- ily in tea. Sweeten and flavor hot tea in a distinctive and delicious new way. Fresh Origins' Crystals are available in the following flavors: Basil, Cilantro, Ginger, Habanero, Mint, Fennel, Rose, Hibiscus, Cranberry and Pumpkin Spice. They are shelf- stable and best used before six months, but can be frozen for a longer shelf-life. Herb Crystals Ginger and all of the Crystals flavors are produced by Fresh Origins in San Diego, California. Fresh Origins products are highly sought after by chefs, chocolatiers, bakers and other food and beverage professionals. Visit www.freshorigins.com to learn more. Driscoll's Premieres Behind-the-Scenes Miniseries on the Pursuit of Flavor Driscoll's, a leading brand of fresh, deli- cious berries, debuted "Pursuit of Flavor," a six-part miniseries that explores the passion of growing great tasting berries. The full miniseries can be found on Driscoll's website at www.driscolls.com/pursuit-of-flavor. "At Driscoll's, we're on a continu- ous journey to live up to our brand prom- ise of Only the Finest Berries™," said Frances Dillard, Global Brand Lead and Director of Marketing. "This ground- breaking miniseries is a part of our strat- egy to build brand equity by sharing how Driscoll's uniquely pursues the art and science of creating a truly differentiated product." The "Pursuit of Flavor" miniseries includes an episode featuring J. Miles Reiter – Driscoll's chairman, a fourth- generation grower and the grandson of one of Driscoll's founders. Other episodes in the series highlight the past, present and future of each of the four berries, through the art and science of natural plant breeding and the philoso- phy of pioneering superior flavor through proprietary berry varieties. "This new miniseries is a response to our highly engaged brand advocates who crave transparency of the craftsmanship that goes into growing great berries," said Diane Scalisi, Senior Digital Marketing Manager for Driscoll's. "In fact, the Driscoll's community of more than 400,000 Facebook followers were instru- mental in the naming of the miniseries. We are so excited to share 'Pursuit of Flavor' with those who have become invested in its creation." Driscoll's is one of the few berry companies with a dedicated research and development department focused on breeding proprietary berries exclusively for its network of independent growers. About Driscoll's Driscoll's is a global mar- ket leader of fresh straw- berries, blueberries, rasp- berries and blackberries. With more than 100 years of farming heritage and hundreds of independent growers around the world, Driscoll's is passionate about growing great tasting berries. Driscoll's exclusive patented berry vari- eties are developed through years of research using only natural breeding methods. Driscoll's is the trusted brand for Only the Finest Berries. For more information, go to www.driscolls.com. Capresso Debuts EC300 Espresso & Cappuccino Machine For those who love authentic coffee spe- cialties, Capresso presents the user-friendly EC300 Espresso & Cappuccino Machine. It brings home the joy of high-pressure brewing and frothing with its advanced fea- tures, attention to detail and value. A new illuminated control knob for brewing, frothing or steaming makes for simple operation. The dual frother wand provides powerful steam or froth for cap- puccinos and lattes. A new built-in warm- ing platform on top of the machine pre- heats cups to the ideal temperature, so your coffee beverages will stay hotter, longer. Its stainless-steel lined ThermoBlock heating system ensures espresso is always brewed at the ideal temperature. Pre-infusion enriches the taste, and the 15-bar pump provides opti- mal pressure for rich crema, the thin layer of foam that is the mark of a per- fectly brewed espresso. Whether brewing coffee, espresso or a delicious milk specialty, a perfect brew will elevate the taste experi- ence. The heavy-duty portafil- ter includes two sieves to pro- duce one or two rich, thick crema espressos at a time. A coffee scoop/tamper is includ- ed. The 42-ounce water tank is remov- able for easy filling. Visually appealing, the EC300 has clean, contemporary lines and comes in black with elegant stainless steel accents. It is compact, at 7.5 inches wide and 12 inches deep. Both the frothing cover and the stainless- steel drip tray are remov- able for easy cleaning. There is an automatic rins- ing cycle after each use to clean the machine and maintain the proper tem- perature. Capresso offers innovative cof- feemakers, espresso machines, grinders and other kitchen electrics for those who want the best. For more information, visit www .capresso.com. OtterBox Coolers Stands Up To The Outdoors Whether they enjoy campsite cookouts, tailgating with cold brews or backcoun- try adventures, each special someone will love the extended ice life and modular versatility of OtterBox Venture cooler. Everyone does the outdoors their own way. Whether it's rugged wilder- ness, a remote lake, the neighborhood park or a nearby beach, the important thing is to have fun doing it. Worrying about keeping food and beverages safe and cold shouldn't put a damper on any outing. With superior cooling technology and trusted OtterBox durability, Venture offers superior ice life and is certified bear-resistant. Easy-open latches, durable built-in handles, anti-slide rubber feet and 2 inches of refrigeration-grade foam makes it essential equipment for any outing. Venture is outfitted with a modular system to customize it with accessories that speak to the many different ways people might use their cooler. For the campsite chef, a cutting board and side table attachments equate to more on the menu than the typical hot dogs and ham- burgers. The avid tailgater will cheer for the included bottle opener and a cup holder that attaches to the sturdy mounting system. Boating enthusiasts will get hooked on the attachable dryboxes and RAM Mounts RAM-TUBE fishing rod holder. OtterBox Venture Coolers are backed by OtterBox Limited Lifetime Warranty and are available in three colors and three sizes: Venture 25, starting at $249.99; Venture 45, starting at $349.99; and Venture 65, starting at $399.99. The OtterBox Elevation tumbler is ideal for caffeinated commuters and campers alike. Available in 10-, 20- and 64-ounce sizes, these stainless-steel tum- blers are copper lined for longer temper- ature retention and feature a sweat-resis- tant design, perfect for keeping coffee or tea hot and water or smoothies cold for as long as it takes to consume them. The Elevation 20, $29.99, is fully customiz- able with cocktail shaker and thermal lids available. Elevation 10, $24.99, is great for a grab-and-go beverage, and Elevation 64, $69.99, holds enough water or sports drink for all-day hydration or plenty of beer to share. When that special someone loves the great outdoors, Venture and Elevation are the perfect gift to place under the tree. Both Venture Coolers and Elevation Tumblers are available at www.otterbox.com and at Best Buy and www.bestbuy.com.