Sauces & Marinades

Rao’s Homemade Introduces New Creamy Pasta Sauces

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Rao’s Homemade is expanding its sauce portfolio with two creamy Italian-inspired varieties made with mascarpone cheese, slow-simmered tomatoes and bold flavor combinations. The launches reflect continued consumer interest in premium pasta sauces that deliver restaurant-style indulgence and elevated comfort food experiences at home.

Campbell’s Acquires Stake in Rao’s Sauce Maker

Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Campbell’s has acquired a 49% interest in La Regina, the longtime manufacturer behind Rao’s Homemade tomato-based sauces. The investment reinforces the company’s focus on preserving Rao’s artisanal production approach as the brand surpasses $1 billion in annual sales.

G Hughes Relaunches Zero Sugar Line

Mon, 04 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

G Hughes updates its packaging and brand positioning while introducing Korean BBQ and Tex Mex BBQ sauces. The move reflects growing demand for zero sugar, flavor-forward options aligned with evolving wellness preferences.

Nestlé Launches Minor’s Kitchen Line

Mon, 04 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Nestlé enters the US at-home condiment space with Minor’s Kitchen, a line of chef-developed sauces inspired by foodservice. The launch reflects demand for premium, flavor-forward options that bring restaurant-style experiences into home cooking.

Fly By Jing Launches Mild Chili Crisp

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Fly By Jing is introducing a non-spicy chili crisp designed to broaden appeal. The launch highlights how brands are adapting bold flavors for a wider range of heat preferences.

Tabañero Enters BBQ Sauce Category

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Tabañero is extending its hot sauce brand into BBQ with globally influenced flavors and reduced sugar formulations. The launch reflects demand for lighter profiles, heat variety and cleaner ingredient decks in the category.

McCormick, Unilever Combine Food Businesses

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

McCormick and Unilever are combining food portfolios to expand global reach and scale in flavor categories. The move is expected to boost innovation, distribution and product development across retail and foodservice.

Fly By Jing Expands Premium Noodle Line

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Fly By Jing is adding Creamy Sesame and Roasted Garlic to its instant noodle lineup, featuring triple-fermented, knife-cut noodles with 12g of protein per serving. The launch reflects premiumization trends and growing demand for globally inspired flavors with varied heat levels.

Swicy Sauces Spark Category Growth

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

From chili crisp ketchup and smoky chipotle mustard to spicy ranch and pickle-forward mashups, brands leaned into heat and crossover flavor. Cleaner labels and alternative sweeteners such as avocado oil and allulose signal the next phase of condiment competition.

Primal Kitchen Debuts Grass-Fed Dressings

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Primal Kitchen is expanding its flagship category with three shelf-stable creamy dressings made from grass-fed dairy. The lineup launches in February at Whole Foods Market, with a broader Spring 2026 rollout planned.

Marzetti to Acquire Bachan’s BBQ Sauce

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

The Marzetti Company has agreed to acquire Bachan’s, a Japanese barbecue sauce brand, in a $400 million transaction. The move underscores growing demand for authentic global flavors and clean-label formulations across retail and foodservice.

Signature Sauces Drive Menu Innovation in 2025

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Datassential’s latest sauces, condiments and dressings report shows growing consumer demand for signature flavors that create emotional connection and repeat visits. With fewer than half of operators offering a signature sauce, the category presents a major opportunity for menu differentiation and retail crossover.

Newly Weds Acquires JDM Food Group

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Newly Weds Foods acquired UK-based JDM Food Group, strengthening its presence in sauces and liquid food ingredients. The move supports continued growth across foodservice, manufacturing, retail and prepared meal channels in Europe.

Bragg Expands With Coconut Liquid Aminos

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Bragg entered Costco for the first time with its Organic Coconut Liquid Aminos, a four-ingredient, soy-free alternative to teriyaki sauce. The launch marks a major step in the brand’s retail expansion as it brings clean, allergen-friendly pantry staples to more consumers.

ICL Food Specialties: Taste, Texture and More

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0500

Attendees discovered exciting and new developments in alternative proteins and marinades for meat and seafood. In the alternative protein market, ROVITARIS SprouTx is revolutionizing formulations—addressing taste and texture challenges faced by the plant-based meat and seafood industry.

Heinz Debuts Leftover Gravy for Post-Holiday Sandwiches

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Heinz is introducing a squeezable “Leftover Gravy” bottle designed to make the ultimate Thanksgiving sandwich easier and more nostalgic for millennial hosts. Made with real turkey broth, the limited-edition format highlights consumers’ growing love of multiday holiday meals and leftover creativity.

Butter Buds: Savory Flavor Solution

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500

According to Mintel’s 2025 Trending Flavors and Ingredients in Snacks report, consumers continue to crave familiar flavors that offer indulgence while featuring high-quality, natural ingredients. Familiarity in flavors continues to be a strong driver, with cheese and pizza flavors maintaining their popularity.

Tillamook, KEWPIE Launch Buttery New Spread

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Tillamook County Creamery Association has teamed up with KEWPIE to release Butternaise, a butter–mayonnaise hybrid designed to perfect grilled cheese sandwiches.

Big Tree Farms Brings Bali BBQ Sauces to US Retail

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Big Tree Farms is entering the BBQ category with its Naughty Bali lineup, crafted from organic coconut nectar and Balinese ingredients sourced through its Fair Trade farmer network. The three sauces range from mellow to volcanic and are now available at Sprouts and select Publix locations.

Kerry: Cut Salt—Not Flavor

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Meeting sodium reduction guidelines is especially challenging in sauces, where sodium’s role extends well beyond seasoning. With stricter regulations on the horizon and increasing consumer health awareness, the need for innovative sodium reduction solutions has never been more urgent.

Green Mountain Gringo Expands Salsa Line With Three Cantina Varieties

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400

New Cantina Medium Salsa delivers blended flavor with a mix of tomatoes, tomatillos, jalapeños, onions and fresh herbs. Balanced at a medium heat (50-200 Scoville units), this smooth salsa makes for a snack, condiment or recipe enhancer.

Snickers Serves Up Saucy Game Day Innovation with Josh Allen

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Snickers Sauces bring together the core elements of a Snickers – chocolate, caramel and peanuts – by featuring three distinct flavors – Caramel Buffalo, Peanut Teriyaki and Chocolate Barbecue.

Fresh Vintage Farms Launches Creamy Almond Oil Mayonnaise

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Made with just a few simple, high-quality ingredients, including cage-free eggs, lemon juice, sea salt and Fresh Vintage Farms’ signature Pure Cold-Pressed Almond Oil.

La Victoria Expands Flavor Legacy with Bold New Sauces and Salsa

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0400

The new La Victoria topping sauces aim to spark culinary creativity, expand the boundaries of the traditional taco sauce category and make it easy to enjoy Mexican flavor beyond tacos.

Big Tree Farms Showcases Bali-Inspired Innovation at Newtopia 2025

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Big Tree Farms is debuting its vibrant new brand design – infused with the flavors of Bali's food scene – and showcase a lineup that pairs new category launches with its top-selling Coconut Aminos and Coconut Sugar.

Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Based Dressings

Thu, 29 May 2025 08:00:00 -0400

As a rapidly-growing mayo brand, Chosen Foods has expanded its condiment portfolio to craft a full line of dressings that delivers the taste with clean and simple ingredients.

Newly Weds Foods: Liquid Assets

Thu, 22 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Through the acquisition, Newly Weds plans to further enhance its liquid and sauce manufacturing capabilities and expand its packaging offerings to include portion-controlled cups, sachets, and bag-in-box pouches.

Hot & Trending: Sauces That Sizzle

Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

New sauces bring the heat with global flair, playful mashups, and bold innovation. Flavor chasers, take note—2025 is bringing serious sauce energy.

Flavor Forward: Sauces & Dressings Heat Up

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Bold global flavors, probiotic twists, and chef-driven sauces lead the latest wave of innovation. Condiments and dressings are getting a serious upgrade in 2025.

Kemin: Boost Shelf Life, Natural Appeal

Tue, 06 May 2025 06:30:00 -0400

In the presentation, Dr. Thangavel provided educational and technical solutions for attendees, outlining factors that can impact the shelf life of products and the need for microbial control to prevent mold in dressings and sauces.