New organizational network focuses on accountability, simplicity, and transparency
June 8, 2021
Diamond Crystal Brands, Idahoan Foods, Knouse Foods, and Mount Franklin Foods joined to launch the Foodservice Brands Alliance ("FBA" or the "Alliance"), the first dedicated network for manufacturers in the foodservice industry.
With summer nearly here, all things grilling and barbecue become top of mind. When it comes to burgers and hot dogs, restaurant operator trends pave the way for cookout-inspired innovations, and Datassential's MenuTrends database provides the trend data to help focus creativity.
The new treat is exclusively available at Häagen-Dazs shops
May 19, 2021
Haagen-Dazs Shoppe Company Inc. launched its Coffee Collection line of beverages and ice creams, featuring a new Chameleon Cold-Brew Float served exclusively at Häagen-Dazs Shops.
Plant-based proteins, exquisite flavors, premium ingredients, and more among the 24 groundbreaking food and beverage products honored
May 13, 2021
These industry-altering products will shape what’s new and next for the future of food and beverage with flavorful and marketable items designed to satisfy customers’ taste and boost sales for years to come.
Vegan brand ramps up restaurant and foodservice distribution of its meat alternatives
May 4, 2021
egan food manufacturer, Upton's Naturals, teamed with Dot Foods, a food industry re-distributor. The new relationship will increase availability of the brand's popular 100% vegan meat alternatives for distributors, restaurants and foodservice customers nationwide.
This month’s collection includes a MTN DEW cocktail, canned cocktails and sparkling waters
April 21, 2021
Last fall saw Red Lobster Seafood Co. and PepsiCo, Inc. leverage their food and beverage brands with several new menu items, starting with the DEW Garita, the first official MTN DEW cocktail.
Although there may be a pandemic-related slowdown, there’s no stopping new product development targeted at the commercial and non-commercial foodservice sectors. To help readers with new product development strategy, Prepared Foods asked Jeff Miller, founder and CEO of Cutting Edge Innovation, to create a thought leadership series connecting R&D strategy to foodservice sales. Cutting Edge Innovation advises on foodservice strategy, sales, business development, and innovation. Miller also created an online course, “Turbocharge Your Foodservice Sales.”
Predictions for changes in the competitive landscape for foodservice after COVID-19
March 17, 2021
In many countries, including those in Europe and North America, COVID-related disruptions remain the most relevant driver of foodservice performance in the near term. The pandemic has accelerated several strategic elements of the foodservice industry, which will continue to drive agendas even after the current crisis ends.