Pizza manufacturers focus on quality, convenience to offset category sales drop
September 23, 2014
A report by Mintel indicates that while an improved U. S. economy has been good for consumers, it has not proved to be advantageous for retail pizza brands
The prepared meals and side dish category has declined in the past several years and it’s a trend that is expected to continue despite the popularity of several of its segments.
Brand expands selection of Happy Baby Homestyle Meals
September 23, 2014
Happy Family introduced two new products to its portfolio: Happy Tot™ Fiber & Protein pouches and Happy Baby Teethers. In addition, the brand has expanded its selection of Happy Baby Homestyle Meals with two new varieties as well as enhanced its lineup of convenient Happy Baby 4 Packs.
Single-serve tortas feature rich cheeses, premium meats, and slow-cooked sauces
September 16, 2014
Sold nationwide for $2.99 each, Bertolli Italian-Style Tortas are ideal for a hearty meal or, when combined with a salad, part of a great meal to share.
Jimmy Dean brand campaign will display world’s first solar-powered GIFs
September 15, 2014
The multi-faceted 360 degree campaign will also be supported through additional on-the-ground events, print, digital, social, out-of-home advertising, shopper marketing and public relations.
Products include multigrain chips, quinoa and rice entrées and sprouted rice varieties
August 26, 2014
Lundberg Family Farms® announced the newest products available in its repertoire: Multigrain Chips, Quinoa & Rice Entrees and Sprouted Rice. With several flavors and varieties of each, health-conscious families now have thirteen additional choices to satisfy cravings and satiate appetites at mealtime this fall.
Prepared Foods talks with Dianna Fricke, CRC, CWPC, director of culinary, National Accounts; and a corporate executive chef with Simplot Food Group, Boise, Idaho.
August 25, 2014
Fricke earned her culinary credentials with honors from Western Culinary Institute, Portland, and has a bachelor’s with honors in Nutrition and Dietetics from Idaho State University, Pocatello