Soup is On-trend Across the foodservice spectrum, operators are capitalizing on the popularity of soup and salad. February 6, 2014 Restaurants offering soup and salad now face considerable competition from the retail segment.Read More
WhiteWave to Take Earthbound Farm WhiteWave Foods Company has agreed to acquire Earthbound Farm. December 9, 2013 The acquisition is valued at approximately $600 million.Read More
Chiquita Names Food Safety VP Chiquita Brands International has appointed Courtney Parker as vice president of food safety and quality. August 27, 2013 Parker will be responsible for the company’s Fresh Express packaged salad quality assurance and quality control programs.Read More
Chopped Sticks Dole is introducing an all-natural chopped salad line to include both kits and blends. August 15, 2013 The introductions include three all-natural chopped salad kits formulated with kale and two chopped salad blends.Read More
McDonald's Working with Barilla McDonald's and the Parma-based pasta maker Barilla have now joined forces to bring a touch of the Mediterranean to a Big Mac and fries. May 24, 2013 The partnership reflects the conflicting currents of the globalized food market.Read More
Lean Cuisine Dresses up Salads January 11, 2013 Salad consumption is on the rise with 66% of Americans saying they consume in-home salads every two weeks. Read More
Taking Disney to School September 17, 2012 Ready Pac Foods has launched a new line of Disney-themed Ready Pac Cool Cuts salads and mini-meals.Read More