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US Foods Holding Corp., one of America’s largest foodservice distributors, today announced the launch of Fall 2025 Scoop, the company’s latest line-up of new, Exclusive Brands products designed to help operators elevate profitability and streamline operations. Today, operators across the industry are facing an ongoing “profitability paradox,” the challenge of expanding menus with profit-boosting, innovative […]

Northern Wind, a recognized leader in premium seafood, unveiled its global scallop import program. This strategic initiative positions the company as the major North American supplier with direct access to the world’s most coveted scallop-producing regions. Through direct sourcing relationships and decades of global procurement expertise, Northern Wind now offers buyers around the world a […]

Les Dames d’Escoffier International announced its online fundraising auction open to both its esteemed chapter members and the public. Taking place from May 2 to May 23, this highly anticipated event will help advance LDEI’s mission to empower and support women across the food, beverage, and hospitality industries worldwide. LDEI is a distinguished international organization […]

Baldor Specialty Foods announced that it has acquired premium meat company Golden Packing to enhance its meat offerings. Baldor, the leading premium food distributor in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region, will take over the Hunts Point Cooperative Market business under a new name, Golden Meat Co. This venture will enable Baldor to provide an increased […]

Goldbergs Group, the premier food solution provider consisting of restaurants, manufacturing plants, commercial kitchens and airline catering services, announced the recent addition of Pasta Mami to its portfolio. The Atlanta-based pasta manufacturers are long-time partners of Goldbergs Group, having supplied artisanal pastas for the company’s award-winning airline catering services. The strategic partnership underscores Goldbergs Group’s […]

HF Foods Group Inc., a leading food distributor to Asian restaurants across the United States, announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Felix Lin as permanent Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2025. Lin had previously served as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) and was appointed to the additional role of Interim […]

Berk Enterprises is proud to announce its new partnership with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a national leader in the fight against childhood cancer. Known as the original innovators of the iconic lemonade cup, Berk Enterprises is excited to collaborate with ALSF to launch a special 16-ounce paper cup that shares the organization’s colors and […]

US Foods Holding Corp. announced the release of the company’s 2023 Sustainability Report. Within the comprehensive report, US Foods highlights progress across its sustainable product offerings, support for associates and communities, and initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of its operations. “We are committed to being a responsible company that is both environmentally and socially […]

Les Dames d’Escoffier International (Les Dames) and The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and Culinary Arts announced the 2024 LDEI Legacy Award Winners. The LDEI Legacy Awards are curated industry experiences designed specifically to enhance the careers of women in food, beverage, and hospitality. The winners are Heather Carpenter, Tara McDonough, Sami Maldonado, Melissa Maness, […]

Celebrating the best biscuit creations on menus nationwide, General Mills Foodservice announces the four finalists in its 2nd Annual Biskies Recipe Contest, who will each receive at least a $5,000 cash prize and qualify for the $20,000 Grand Prize. The Grand-Prize Recipe Winner will be named following a public voting phase taking place today through […]

Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) announced that applications for the 2024 Scholarships for Impactful Change applications will open April 1, 2024. These scholarships, available to women aged 21 and older with a minimum of four years of culinary experience, aim to support individuals pursuing degrees within the industry. Applications for the 2024 Les Dames Scholarships […]

It just got easier to find everyone’s favorite cookies. With the debut of the new OtisSpunkmeyer.com, the fully redesigned website provides the ultimate user-friendly experience with improved site navigation. The website showcases the entire Otis Spunkmeyer baked goods portfolio, bringing the most delicious cookies, muffins, brownies, and loaf cakes straight to the user’s fingertips. “Our […]

Sabert Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of innovative and sustainable food packaging solutions, announced the launch of its new Catering Pop-Top family. A game-changer for foodservice operators, this distinctive catering bowl line offers unmatched functionality and convenience for any catering occasion, from workplace meetings to large-scale events. The Catering Pop-Top features a unique hinged lid […]

US Foods Holding Corp. announced its plan to open five new CHEF’STORE locations in 2024. The new stores will be in Beaverton, Ore.; Hampton, Va.; Hickory, N.C.; Sandy Springs, Ga.; and Virginia Beach, Va. The new locations are expected to open in the second half of 2024. CHEF’STORE offers a one-stop-shop for restaurant operators, food […]

FoodLuma has named Catherine Trujillo, a seasoned sales and marketing executive, as its Chief Growth Officer. Trujillo has over 20 years of experience in the food industry and previously held leadership roles at Whole Foods Market, Tony’s Fine Foods (Formerly Columbus Foods), and La Boulangerie San Francisco Bakery & Cafe. Trujillo joins FoodLuma from Rubicon […]

Back by popular demand, Barilla’s heart-shaped pasta, Barilla Love, will be available to fans both on shelves at select grocery locations and on menus at Nordstrom Restaurant Group locations nationwide. To celebrate its return, Barilla is introducing The Pasta Promise – the commitment of a lifetime to always eat pasta with your loved one. To […]

Les Dames d’Escoffier International (LDEI) and The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and Culinary Arts announced the 2024 LDEI Legacy Award experiences. The LDEI Legacy Awards are curated industry experiences designed specifically to enhance the careers of women in food, beverage, and hospitality. Applications for the 2024 LDEI Legacy Awards open January 10, 2024, and close March 15, […]

Ideal for oversizing your Bloody Marys, Marias, and Micheladas for extra profit, new Sacramento Tomato Juice 7.2oz. single-serve cans are here. This is the premium brand of tomato juice great steakhouses and bars prefer because Sacramento maintains it robust flavor, even when alcohol and ice are added. Also available in 46oz. plastic jugs and cans. […]

Red Gold Cocktail Sauce is ready to help you get the most out of Lent with premium cocktail sauce. Made with fresh horseradish and premium tomatoes, Red Gold Cocktail Sauce is ready in #10 cans and new 1oz. Dunk Cups for takeout or delivery. Make your Lent season the best for flavor when you count […]

Monin infuses the new year with a splash of color with its 2024 Flavor of the Year: Ube. After conducting extensive consumer research, the award-winning premium flavoring company has selected this popular flavor as the latest clean label syrup to join its portfolio of over 200 flavorings. Monin Ube Syrup adds distinctive, eye-catching hues of […]

Electrolux Professional Group, a global foodservice equipment manufacturer, announced that Logan McCoy has joined the Americas marketing team as Corporate Chef, East. McCoy, who has extensive experience in the food industry, will support the strategic growth and development of the full portfolio of Electrolux Professional Group products in the Americas, while also serving as culinary […]

Instacart, a leading grocery technology company in North America, announced its partnership with Wegmans Food Markets and all independently owned Wegmans Wine, Liquor & Beer locations to power alcohol delivery across New Jersey. Starting Thursday, customers can order alcohol delivery in as fast as an hour or scheduled days in advance via the Instacart App […]

Emmi Roth, an industry-leading cheesemaker, has officially opened its doors at the company’s new headquarters in Stoughton, Wisconsin. The new 158,000-square-foot building also houses Emmi Roth’s new state-of-the-art conversion facility, which will cup, bag, wedge, shred, and crumble the company’s cheese products for a variety of leading brands. In 2021, Emmi Roth acquired the Athenos […]

Sysco Corporation launched its One Planet. One Table. assortment, the foodservice industry’s largest offering of certified and sustainably focused products.   The Sysco One Planet. One Table. assortment includes over 3,000 items across 15 categories that are:  Backed by one of 20+ leading sustainability certifications and standards, Included in Sysco’s sustainability commitments for seafood or fresh […]

Flagship Food Group announced that it has appointed Adam Butler as Chief Executive Officer and member of the company’s Advisory Board.  Prior to joining Flagship, Butler had a highly successful 17-year career at Kraft Heinz where he spearheaded the transformation for many of the brands in the U.S. as President for the convenient meals, frozen, […]

HEINZ announced Open Kitchen, a new event series from the brand’s Black Kitchen Initiative. Kicking off in partnership with world-renowned chef, Marcus Samuelsson, past and current Black Kitchen Initiative grantees will take over restaurant kitchens for exclusive pop-up experiences. Open Kitchen gives up-and-coming Black chefs new opportunities, experiences, resources, and exposure for their culinary businesses […]