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Remember 3D glasses? They certainly would come in handy when developing new K-12 foodservice items for kids. That’s because these offerings have three critical dimensions: they need to satisfy finicky eaters, meet school foodservice operators’ needs—and ultimately please parents.

The new line of infused cane sugar includes such flavors as Pumpkin Spice, Pink Lemonade, and Gingerbread.

It’s one thing to have a broad, bird’s eye view of grocery trends and shifts within the supermarket freezer case. Then again, each day finds Pinnacle Foods leaders looking very closely for ways to grow the Birds Eye frozen vegetable brand.

Quinoa Curls contain 5g plant-based protein per serving.

Talk to the folks at Taco Bell and you realize that this isn’t just a Mexican quick-service restaurant (QSR) business. Instead, this Irvine, Calif., company (a subsidiary of Yum! Brands) angles to be a culturally-centric lifestyle brand with the credo: “Live Mas.” Put into words, it’s a call to live a life worth sharing and try new experiences.

Prepared Foods talks with JBT/ Avure Technologies Vice President and General Manager Jeff Williams about high pressure processing (HPP) technology, new product development and a newly formed “Cold Pressure Council.” 

The two new meals continue to build on the brand’s commitment to bringing consumers convenient, high-quality food with homemade flavor.

Available in five varieties, including Coconut Cashew, Fruits, Nuts, and Seeds, PB+J, Apple Cinnamon, and Maple Raisin, Power Breakfast is available at natural health food stores nationwide with a suggested retail price of $2.49 per 2-ounce package.

Kellogg's let fans weigh-in at nearly every step of the development process to create new Chocolate Frosted Flakes.

The product is one of the latest entries into the North American Better-For-You (BFY) snack category, a space that is growing rapidly due to consumer preference for simple ingredients with no preservatives.