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Brooklyn Crafted Sodas

New varieties include Ginger Beers and Ginger Ales
August 17, 2017
The Brooklyn Crafted collection includes Extra Spicy Ginger Beer, Extra Spicy Sugar Free Ginger Beer and Sugar Free Ginger Ale.
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2017 Restaurant Menu Trends

Flavor & The Menu identifies eight trends driving foodservice menu development
Cathy Nash Holley
August 16, 2017

American menu development relies on the evolution of trends. While we may roll our eyes at Starbucks’ Unicorn Frappuccino, or any “next trending ingredient” for that matter, trends are, after all, what keep the foodservice market dynamic, competitive and enticing.


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47% of Limited-Time Offers (LTOs) are Repeat Occasions

Recipes for LTO Success

Innovation, new products and trendy ingredients can shape a menu
Becky Conroy Adrienne Nadeau
August 16, 2017

The pumpkin spice latte, the McRib, the $5 foot-long. Some limited-time offers (LTOs) are memorable affairs, where customer loyalty elevates them to full-time offerings or an eagerly anticipated annual craze.


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KeVita Expands Master Brew Kombucha Line

New varieties include Blueberry Basil and Roots Beer
August 16, 2017
KeVita, a manufacturer of fermented probiotic and kombucha beverages, announced the addition of two new flavors to its Master Brew Kombucha line: Blueberry Basil and Roots Beer. The new flavors join KeVita's portfolio of delicious, effervescent drinks.
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Prepared Foods’ 35th Annual New Products Conference

What’s In Store / What’s New – For You!
August 16, 2017
After so many years in Florida, Prepared Foods takes its 35th Annual New Products Conference on the road. The conference will convene in cities/regions known for their innovative food and beverage companies and entrepreneurial climate—and this new era starts in Denver! NPC will meet at the Grand Hyatt Denver, Sept. 10-13.
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2017 “Spirit Of Innovation” Awards

Prepared Foods, Ventura Foods Honor Best New Foods & Beverages
August 16, 2017
Prepared Foods, the largest title dedicated to new food and beverage R&D and innovation, proudly announces winners of the 14th annual “Spirit of Innovation Awards” (www.preparedfoods.com/innovation). 
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Sandy Solmon, Sweet Street Founder, and Atour Evyazian, NRA Board Member

2017 Food and Beverage Awards

National Restaurant Association honors noteworthy new foods and beverages for restaurant operators and patrons
Bob Garrison, Chief Editor
Robert Garrison
August 15, 2017

This year’s judges recognized 36 FABI Award products for their positive benefits to restaurant operators and consumers.


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Quinn Pretzels Snack Size Bags

Quinn Snacks’ new line of pretzels are a whole grain, ancient grain, and Non-GMO Project Verified pretzels
August 15, 2017
Quinn Snacks leads with Kansas grown, whole grain, ancient grain sorghum because it is nutritious, great for baking, and better for the environment.
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2017 School Nutrition Association Conference

Schwan’s Talks Clean Label, Asian Culinary at SNA National Conference
August 14, 2017

In advance of the new school year, Schwan’s Food Service officials discussed everything from culinary trends to clean label product development during the School Nutrition Association’s (SNA) Annual National Conference and exhibition in Atlanta.


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Cup Noodles Very Veggie

New variety contains one full serving of vegetables
August 14, 2017
As consumers look for ways to include more vegetables in their daily diet, Cup Noodles Very Veggie is the first and only instant noodle cup to feature one full serving of vegetables.
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