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FEATURED PRODUCTS Tortuga Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake
Pocas International Bubble Tea
Tortuga, a globally acclaimed brand, stands at the forefront of the gourmet and spirit cakes industry, driven by a relentless commitment to innovation and the constant introduction of novel offerings for its loyal consumers. This year, Tortuga commemorates its momentous 40th anniversary. Since its inception in 1984, Tortuga has remained at the forefront of the market, continuously pushing boundaries and delighting consumers with an array of delectable offerings. For four decades, the company has been a strong presence in the cruise channel, major big box retailers across North America, esteemed department and grocery stores, as well as the flourishing gifting sector. Building on the triumph of its iconic rum cakes, Tortuga has ventured into new territory with the introduction of the Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake, a testament to the brand's unyielding spirit of
Pocas International takes pride in offering an extensive range of bubble tea products designed to elevate a beverage selection and captivate customers. From ready-to-drink Bubble Tea in cans to convenient Instant Bubble Tea Kits to the unique appeal of Popping Boba Drinks, Pocas offers a spectrum of choices to cater to diverse flavors. Each product line is shelf stable and crafted with a focus on quality, innovation and, most importantly, value. Pocas understands the com-
exploration in the world of spirits. This journey led to the creation
of Tortuga's Southern Trio range, comprising the Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake, Tennessee Whiskey Spice Cake and Moonshine Apple Pie Cake. This exquisite trio offers a distinct and robust flavor profile, promising a truly unforgettable culinary experience. Tortuga Spirit Cake Company 786.817.6880 Ext. 7311 www.tortugaimports.com
Ariston CBD Infused Olive Oil Ariston Specialties has announced CBD-infused Olive Oil. This product combines all-natural, full-spectrum, high-quality, hemp-derived CBD oil produced in Connecticut with the Ariston family’s own production of extra virgin olive oil from southwest Greece, resulting in a delicious and healthy elixir. It combines the health benefits and flavors of both the nutty, earthy CBD oil and the grassy flavor profile of Ariston’s Koroneiki extra virgin
olive oil. This combination is ideal for salads, savory dressings and even homemade pestos. It can be combined with Ariston’s vinegar, lemon juice, garlic and mustard to make an incredible salad dressing. Ariston Specialties 860.263.8498 www.aristonspecialties.com
Painterland Sisters Organic Skyr Yogurt Skyr (pronounced “skeer”) is a thicker, creamier Icelandic-style organic yogurt that is lactose-free, rich in probiotics, high in protein and contains 13 essential nutrients. Produced in Pennsylvania, the skyr is made from organic whole milk and sweetened naturally using fruits and cane sugar. Painterland Sisters Organic Skyr Yogurt is available in 5.3 ounces in five flavors: Plain, Blueberry Lemon, Strawberry, Vanilla 6
Bean and Meadow Berry, as well as 24-ounce containers in Vanilla and Plain. Within a year of launching, Painterland Sisters has sold more than $1 million in skyr and plans to continue expansion nationwide. It is sold in over 45 states nearing 1,500 locations. Painterland Sisters www.painterlandsisters.com
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petitive nature of the market, which is why it stands firm in providing the most competitive prices without compromising on excellence. By partnering with Pocas, retailers can not only gain access to an array of high-demand bubble tea products, but also benefit from a commitment to affordability. Pocas looks forward to the opportunity to discuss how it can meet needs and exceed expectations. Don't miss it – contact Pocas now! Pocas International 201.941.7900 www.pocas.com
Teflon Platinum Plus Nonstick Teflon™ nonstick coating systems last longer than pans with ceramic or silicone coatings and are dishwasher and metal utensil safe. Chemours ensures durability by providing a nonstick coating that is not only abrasion and scratch resistant, but also helps protect against adhesion and corrosion. It’s this balance of properties that keeps these nonstick coatings performing like new, year after year, so there’s little erosion to the wallet. That's because high-quality Teflon coatings have been perfected over 50 years. Teflon non-
stick coatings are the finest nonstick, with a variety of products to meet the variety of cooking needs. All Teflon products are quality tested to live up to the Teflon brand promise: easier cooking and cleanup, time after time. Teflon Platinum Plus nonstick is the most scratch- and abrasion-resistant Teflon branded nonstick finish to date. The Chemours Company 866.205.1664 www.chemours.com
BeBOLD Energy Bars Trivia: What’s the hottest new woman-owned, plant-based product launched by Stacy of Stacy’s Pita Chips? Refrigerated BeBOLD energy bars! Not only delish and created with the same integrity as the pita chips, but they’re gluten and dairy free, plant-based and a simple combination of nuts, nut butters, oats, chia, wildflower honey and maple. Soooo good! They come in two
flavors: Chocolate Chip Alm o n d Butter and Chocolate C h i p Peanut Butter. BeBOLD www.beboldbars.com www.gourmetnews.com
FEATURED PRODUCTS Buffalo OMG! Pretzels The newest variety, Buffalo OMG! Pretzels, offers a medium kick of heat with every positively poppable bite. A true foodie’s snack, the seasoned sourdough pretzel nuggets boast a two-note tasting experience with one flavor profile
hitting the taste buds first and a second wave lingering at the finish. This bold flavor is reminiscent of the classic Buffalo sauce with an intense seasoning blend that delivers the spice expected without the burn. Try pairing them with blue cheese for the ultimate pretzel snack.
Odyssey Tzatziki Greek Yogurt Dip OMG! Pretzels knows first impressions are everything, especially when it comes to snacking and feeding family and friends. That’s why all of the bold, innovative varieties are made of only premium ingredients including naturally aged sourdough, are kosher certified and vegetarian/vegan. They make the perfect standalone snack, elegant enhancement for entertaining and delicious addition to favorite recipes. Buffalo is also nonGMO, has no artificial ingredients or added sugar and includes the signature crave-worthy crunch. Once you pop one in your mouth, OMG! comes popping out! For more information on becoming a retail partner with OMG! Pretzels, a certified women- and family-owned company, email or go online. OMG! Pretzels www.omgpretzels.com/wholesale
LorAnn Oils Vanilla Powder LorAnn, a leader in supplying professional flavors and specialty ingredients for the baking and confectionery industry, has launched a new clean-label vanilla powder for adding natural vanilla flavoring without the addition of alcohol. Vanilla powder is ideal for high-heat baking applications, liquid/color sensitive recipes or recipes where you want to visually showcase gorgeous vanilla bean flecks. This rich, and ethically sourced vanilla powder is conveniently packaged in a shaker bottle for both foodservice and home consumers. Unlike many vanillin extracts, the new vanilla powder contains no artificial flavors, alcohols, sugars or other additives. It is non-GMO, Kosher certified, halal friendly, gluten free, vegan friendly and keto friendly. Popular applications with vanilla powder include pavlovas, meringues, 8
macarons, frostings, ice cream and more. “Our vanilla powder contains a single ingredient: Ground vanilla beans, and yields a deliciously creamy and robust flavor perfect for all your culinary creations,” said Marketing Communications Manager Mandy Robbins. “Since it is naturally grown and packaged in its purest form, this vanilla is rich in flavor and aroma and will add a bolder and more complex vanilla flavor to your baking applications. For best results, use half the amount of vanilla powder in recipes calling for vanilla extract.” LorAnn Oils www.lorannoils.com
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Klondike Cheese Company introduces a healthier alternative to a traditional sour cream-based dip with its new Odyssey® Brands Tzatziki Greek Yogurt Dip. This is a gluten-free and rBST-free cow’s milk dip that has crunchy cucumbers and a zest of garlic and dill. Odyssey Tzatziki Greek Yogurt Dip has only 30 calories per serving and two times the protein and five live and active cultures, compared to traditional sour cream-based dips. “Our Tzatziki Greek Yogurt Dip is perfect for dipping veggies, chips or crackers, spread on sandwiches or burgers and use in gyros and other Mediterranean dishes,” stated Luke Buholzer, VP of sales at Klondike Cheese Company. “Consumers are excited about the line of Odyssey Tzatziki Greek Yogurt Dip not only because of the flavor and nutrition, but they like understanding where
it is coming from. Wisconsin is known for its amazing fresh dairy and our Tzatziki is no different.”
The Tzatziki Greek Yogurt Dip is an addition to the family of other Odyssey Greek Yogurt Dips available in these delicious flavors: Southwest, French Onion and Bell Pepper. For more information, please visit the website. Odyssey Brands www.odysseybrands.com
Jake’s Nut Roasters 1.5-ounce Seasoned Almonds Snack Packs Jake, a fourth-generation member of the Jasper Family, is proud to continue the farming traditions of his great-grandfather that have been passed down for over 75 years. Since 1948, a commitment to quality and innovation has propelled many fine Jasper Specialty Foods products into the hands of health-conscious almond lovers around the world. Jake’s Nut Roasters is a creative line of specialty almond snacks with distinctively bold and unique flavors, which include Bleu Cheese Cracked Pepper, Bloody Mary, Mesquite Smoked, Hatch Chile, Maple, Barbecue, Buffalo and Brine & Dill. New to the Jake’s 7-ounce can lineup are the singleserve 1.5-ounce snack packs, available in the most popular flavors including Bleu Cheese Cracked Pepper, Bloody Mary, Mesquite Smoked and Buffalo. These packs are the perfect snacks to throw in your lunch bag or an easy grab on the way out the
door. These almonds are, in fact, “Straight from Jake’s Orchard,” showcasing the company’s vertical integration and commitment to sustainable growing practices. Jake’s almonds provide an unparalleled snacking experience and make eating this healthy snack both fun and satisfying! Produced in a dedicated peanut-free facility, these premium California almonds are dry roasted and seasoned in small batches to deliver exceptional quality. Almonds are an essential plant-based snacking alternative providing numerous health benefits with key protein, vitamins and minerals, which should always be part of a healthy diet. For more information about Jake’s distinctive flavors, please email, call or even visit online. Jasper Specialty Foods 800.255.1641 www.jasperspecialtyfoods.com www.jakesnutroasters.com www.gourmetnews.com
FEATURED PRODUCTS Odyssey Naturally Smoked Feta Klondike Cheese is venturing out to a new journey of smoked cheese. Odyssey® Naturally Smoked Feta is sure to please cheese lovers across the board. Sprinkle on a salad or pizza or mix it into a Tex-Mex dish. This naturally smoked feta features a smokey, salty, tangy and yet creamy finish. Odyssey feels consumers continue to seek out products from companies they trust. Being a family-owned and operated Wisconsin cheese and dairy company, Odyssey sources milk from neighboring farms to create the highest quality products possible. Once the state-of-the-art crafting of the feta starts, it goes into a smoking chamber and receives a natural hickory smoked cure. Once the feta takes in all the hickory-smoked flavor, the cheese comes out with a slight caramel color and all the flavor slowly smoked in the cheese. When asked why Odyssey is entering the market, Luke Buholzer of Klondike Cheese replied, “Smoked Feta is the perfect addition to our line of flavorful feta cheese, and we hope it brings an innovative ingredient or snack to the Mediterranean markets. It adds a subtle twist to any dish that it is used in. The level of
smoke in the feta is light so it does not overpower the other flavors but helps build a more complex flavor.”
Odyssey Brands continues to produce award-winning cheeses with the highest quality milk. Smoked Feta is made with true Wisconsin spirit. Like the traditional and other flavored feta, Smoked Feta is low in calories and provides the calcium needed for strong bones. Smoked Feta comes in 8-ounce retail chunks and 6-pound loaves. For more information about Klondike Cheese and Odyssey] products, including nutrition information, recipes and detailed product information, visit the website. Odyssey Brands www.odysseybrands.com
Fall River Wild Rice Interest in plants and grains is soaring, as shoppers look for new ways to eat healthy. High in protein and fiber, nutty and with a striking visual appeal, wild rice is one of the healthiest grains available. It was a staple food of several Native American tribes, who called it “manoomin,” or “precious grain.” Fall River Wild Rice brings this culinary gem to your store shelf. This naturally cultivated wild rice is great in salads, soups and stir fries. However, it also works well in mixes for pancakes and muffins and even in chocolate and desserts. Fall River’s Fully Cooked Wild Rice is high-protein goodness in seconds. 10
The only cereal grain native to North America, wild rice is not even a rice at all. It is the seed of Zizania palustris, a tall, blooming water grass that prospers in the Great Lakes region, as well as in the fruitful valley in the shadows of the Sierra Nevadas and the Rockies. Fall River Wild Rice is a small grower-owned cooperative in the Fall River Valley, a rural mountain valley nestled between the Cascade and Sierra Nevada ranges. Fall River Wild Rice 800.626.4366 www.fallriverwildrice.com
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Howard Counter Display for Butcher Block Conditioner and Cutting Board Oil Wooden cutting boards, butcher blocks and countertops are making quite a comeback! Your customers need help to preserve and protect these special wooden surfaces. Vegetable oil is for cooking, not treating food cutting surfaces – it can lead to a rancid smell after time. Howard Butcher Block Conditioner is a blend of natural waxes and foodgrade mineral oil. The penetrating quality of the oil, along with the water-resistant traits of beeswax and carnauba wax, rejuvenates the wood and prevents drying and cracking. The waxes help repair knife marks and protect the wood by keeping the mineral oil in and the moisture out. Howard Butcher Block Condi-
tioner offers a high quality option in a clean, upscale package – the perfect fit for any retailer selling kitchenware items. It is ideal for everyone from the gourmet chef who owns expensive butcher blocks to health-conscious parents with bamboo cutting boards. Howard CDBB comes packed with eight each (12-ounce) bottles of Butcher Block Conditioner and Cutting Board Oil in a free eye-catching point-ofpurchase counter display. Suggested retail price for the bottles is $9.69 to $10.89 each. Howard Products Inc. 800.266.9545 www.howardproducts.com
Ariston Specialties Risottos Ariston has now added authentic risottos from Italy to its line of products. Are your customers pressed for time and looking for a convenient, delicious, timesaving side dish for their family meal? These risottos make it easy for you to do just that. Make this wonderful dish at home within 18 minutes. There are 6.5 servings per container. Risotto is a northern Italian rice dish made with a special high-starch, short-grain rice. Risotto is cooked in broth until it reaches a creamy consistency. Ariston’s Risottos are available in four flavors: Risotto with Truffle, Risotto with Pumpkin, Risotto with Porcini Mushroom and Risotto with 4 Cheese. The risottos contain Italian Carnaroli rice as the main ingredient. Carnaroli rice is even starchier than arborio, so it makes a truly restaurant-worthy risotto. You can follow the suggested instructions
on the box and add water. However, if you prefer extra flavor, you can use beef, chicken or vegetable broth. You can also enhance the risotto’s creaminess and flavor by adding Ariston’s Select Extra Virgin Olive Oil or any of its infused olive oils. One of the benefits of these products is that it is gluten free and has no added salt. They are also GMO free and have 0 percent cholesterol. In addition, you can get creative with the risottos and pair them with other Ariston products. For example, the Pumpkin Risotto pairs well with Ariston’s Rosemary, Basil olive oil, or Curry infused olive oil. You can also add Ariston’s sea salt line to any of these risottos products as well. Enjoy and buon appetito from Ariston Specialties! Ariston Specialties www.aristonspecialties.com www.gourmetnews.com
FEATURED PRODUCTS Franklin Baker Coconut Products
Enstrom Almond Toffee Petites
Franklin Baker Inc. is the premier Philippine supplier of coconut ingredients to the global food and beverage marketplace for over 125 years. The products are produced from the freshest Philippine coconuts available, at one of three manufacturing facilities (two in Davao, Mindanao, and one in San Pablo, Luzon) where proprietary processing is utilized to ensure freshness and long shelf stability. Franklin Baker controls the process from the tree through shipment. Franklin Baker offers an extensive portfolio of conventional and organic coconut products. The company offers a wide variety of packaging option from bulk to re-
Good things come in small packages. Individually wrapped, Enstrom Almond Toffee Petites are the gold standard of snacking. This artisan Almond Toffee is crafted from the perfect blend of fresh California almonds, sweet cream butter and pure cane sugar, covered in a generous layer of rich chocolate to create a treat unlike any other. For 60 years, the Enstrom family has crafted Almond Toffee with only the finest, freshest and sustainably sourced ingredients. Every batch is still made in Grand
tail to include stand-up pouches and pillow packs for a wide array of desiccated, sweetened and toasted coconut products, Tetra 330-ml (including multi-pack options) and 1-liter packs for coconut water (also available in several flavors) and coconut milk, 13.6-ounce cans for coconut milk and coconut cream, 15-ounce jars for virgin coconut oil and 30-count bottles of virgin coconut oil supplements. Franklin Baker can build your brand family with its quality. “Your Brand” for your greatest shopper experience. Franklin Baker Inc. www.franklinbaker.com
CK Mondavi Family Select From the up-and-coming fourth generation of the C. Mondavi & Family company comes CK Mondavi Family Select, an elegant offering expertly crafted by Winemaker Angelina Mondavi. This is the first release from the celebrated vintner under the CK Mondavi and Family banner, a name synonymous with high-quality, easyto-enjoy wines for over 75 years. The 2022 CK Mondavi Family Select Chardonnay and 2019 CK Mondavi Family Select Cabernet Sauvignon
launched in select markets this spring. An accomplished winemaker with extensive experience at many highly regarded wineries, the Family Select offerings are the first wines Mondavi has made for the CK Mondavi and Family line. As with the classic line, CK Mondavi Family Select wines overdeliver, with a keen attention to detail that’s evident in every sip. CK Mondavi www.ckmondavi.com
Alpine Start Over Stoker Alpine Start, the leading provider of instant coffee for outdoor adventures, has launched its first whole bean coffee: Over Stoker, which is 100 percent Fair Trade Certified and medium roasted. This organic blend of South American and African beans is packed with the perfect balance of cocoa, caramel and a whole lot of psyche. With The Over Stoker, enjoy a delicious and ethically sourced cup of coffee that not only tastes great, but helps make a difference 14
Enstrom Candies 800.252.5498 www.enstrom.com
Crave Brothers Marinated Fresh Mozzarella Ciliegine Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese, including its Marinated Fresh Mozzarella Ciliegine, is made with hours-old milk on its dairy farm and cheese factory in Waterloo, Wis. Crave Brothers uses renewable energy to produce its awardwinning cheeses with energy produced from its on-site anaerobic methane digester. Crave Brothers is a carbon negative company. It produces enough electricity to power the cheese factory, farm and over 300 area homes in its community. Crave Brothers includes a “produced with renewable energy”
in the world. As a Fair Trade Certified product, The Over Stoker supports safe working conditions, sustainable livelihoods and empowers farmers to improve their communities.
Zena Exotic Fruits is a family owned, eco-friendly company based in Dakar, Senegal, in sunny West Africa. Ninety percent of the staff is women and 1% of profits go to non-profit groups that support children’s education in Senegal.
Alpine Start www.alpinestartfoods.com
Zena Exotic Fruits www.zenaexoticfruits.com
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Junction, Colorado, using founder Chet Enstrom’s original recipe, lovingly handed down through four generations. Enstrom Almond Toffee is made with allnatural ingredients, and is certified gluten free and kosher dairy. It’s quality you can taste in every bite. Visit www .enstrom.com to learn more about these buttery Almond Toffee Petites, as well as other premium offerings in its wholesale toffee line.
logo on its packaging to share its sustainability story with consumers. Did you know that Crave Brothers includes a recipe on the inside of the lids on its retail cups? WOW! The company shares easy and fun uses for the variety of shapes and sizes. Are you interested in carrying Crave Brothers’ products in your store? Check out the website or call for more information. Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese 920.478.4887 www.cravecheese.com
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FEATURED PRODUCTS Bonne Maman Hazelnut Chocolate Spread
Perry Extra Indulgent Pints
Bonne Maman Hazelnut Chocolate Spread is made with simple non-GMO ingredie n t s , without any artificial flavors and no palm oil. With generous amounts of hazelnuts and a smooth, creamy texture, the spread delivers a delicious taste that everyone will love! Packaged in an embossed
Eighty percent of ice cream users want indulgent experiences, especially in the super-premium category, according to a 2022 Raymond James report. Upstate New York’s top ice cream brand is ready for the challenge with an extraindulgent pint line. This rich, creamy, chuck-full-of-stuff recipe brings heightened luxury to beloved consumer favorites. Perry’s full lineup includes 13 extra-indulgent ice cream flavors, and one unique sherbet. The increased butterfat makes for a smoother, creamier, more indulgent ice cream that’s packed with all the “good stuff” Perry’s is
Bonne Maman glass jar, Bonne Maman Hazelnut Chocolate Spread is ideal for snacking, spreading or as an ingredient in recipes. It is available online and at select retailers nationwide this August. Suggested retail price is $6.49 for an 8.8ounce. jar; $8.49 for a 12.7-ounce jar. Bonne Maman www.bonnemaman.us
Cupcake Vineyards Citruskissed Pinot Grigio Cupcake Vineyards has released Citruskissed Pinot Grigio from the s u n - d re n c h e d vineyards of California. This crisp, mediumbodied and fruitforward wine comes with prominent notes of lime and lemon zest. Intensely refreshing and best served chilled, this new varietal is the perfect wine to celebrate the start of spring. Citruskissed Pinot Grigio is made by combining grapes grown
in California’s warmer climates with those in cooler climates to inc r e a s e ripeness and retain bracing acidity, resulting in a more intense flavor profile. Cupcake Citruskissed Pinot Grigio is available nationwide in 750ml bottles with a MSRP of $12.99. CupcakeVineyards www.cupcakevineyards.com
STAR Double-Stuffed Jalapeño and Garlic Olives Both garlic stuffed and jalapeño stuffed varieties are growing faster than the category and STAR has combined the two popular flavors into its new, colossal sized, flavor-packed olives. Introducing STAR Double-Stuffed Jalapeño and Garlic Olives. Harvested while still young, these large-sized olives pack a whole lot of flavor. Featuring artisanal quality, these are the perfect balance of www.gourmetnews.com
flavors, not too spicy and not too salty. Enjoy straight out of the jar, in charcuterie platters or use as a spicy garnish for your favorite drinks. Contact Borges USA for more product information. Borges USA www.borgesusa.com
known for. From chunky brownie dough bites and decadent sea salt truffles to thick chocolate
frosting and salty caramel swirls, there’s no shortage of “wow, this is good” after every bite. Perry’s Ice Cream www.perrysicecream.com
Cedar’s Foods Organic Golden Hour Hommus Cedar’s Foods, the leading Mediterranean food brand in the natural and organic space, has launched its Organic Grecian Golden Hour Hommus. The zesty hommus, which is available at select Whole Foods stores nationwide, consists of a lemon and oregano base, with a chickpea, herb and red pepper topping. The hints of oregano throughout are packed with flavor and really add an extra Mediterranean kick. It’s the perfect addition to a charcuterie board or
picnic spread. Cedar’s Foods www.cedarsfoods.com
The Supplant Company Grain & Stalk Flour The Supplant Company debuted its second ingredient offering, Supplant Grain & Stalk Flour. The flour contains sustainable ingredients from the “forgotten half of the harvest” – underutilized agricultural side-streams including corn cobs, oat hulls and wheat straw. Supplant Grain & Stalk Flour is an innovative flour blend that utilizes more of the wheat plant, deriving matter from both the grain, which is typically used, and the stalk, which is typically not. Supplant Grain & Stalk Flour performs in
baked goods, pasta and other flour-based products, maintaining texture and taste while offering fewer calories and more fiber than regular flour. An alternative to regular refined wheat flour, which is stripped of most fiber, Supplant Grain & Stalk Flour utilizes both the grain and the stalk to deliver over six times more fiber, an important macronutrient that 95 percent of Americans need. The Supplant Company www. supplant.com
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FEATURED PRODUCTS Le Gruyère AOP
L’Epicurien’s Rhubarb & Raspberry Jam
Do you know Le Gruyère AOP? • Le Gruyère AOP is produced using raw milk. • Le Gruyère AOP is natural – there are no additives, no GMOs and no preservatives. • Le Gruyère AOP is naturally gluten and lactose free. • Each wheel of Gruyère AOP is aged for a minimum of five months before being released for sale and can be aged for between 14 and 18 months. It can be kept for more than 24 months for cheese lovers looking for an even stronger flavor. • A wheel of Gruyère AOP weighs between 25 and 40 kg.
Introducing the delectable Rhubarb & Raspberry with Madagascar Vanilla Preserves created by L’Epicurien, now available through The French Farm. This outstanding jam combines the tanginess of rhubarb, the sweetness of raspberry and a touch of exquisite Madagascar vanilla. It is a true culinary masterpiece that will captivate your customers’ taste buds and add a touch of sophistication to their dishes. This new L’Epicurien jam is a versatile addition to any gourmet selection. From pancakes and cakes to mousses and more, this delightful jam will elevate a variety of culinary creations. It also pairs wonderfully with yogurt, ice cream and cheesecake – providing a
What does AOP mean? Protected Designation of Origin To be considered AOP, you have to have: • A tradition • A limited production zone
• A name • A knowhow and a history • A product Production process has been maintained since the origins of Gruyère AOP back in the year 1115 and is strictly respected by the milk producers, the cheesemakers and the affineurs who follow the rules of the AOP specifications. Le Gruyère AOP www.gruyere.com
Yerbaé Lemonade and Yuzu Lime Arizona-based Yerbaé Brands Corp. has released two flavors that are on trend: Lemonade and Yuzu Lime. Lemonade is a classic summer favorite, while Yuzu Lime brings a unique, refreshing citrus twist to the line of beverages. Yerbaé’s plantbased functional beverages are designed to be simple, clean and delicious with minimal ingredients that provide a boost of energy and a refreshing taste. In addition to Lemonade and Yuzu Lime, Yerbaé offers a range of other flavors, including
Black Cherry Pineapple and Mango Passionfruit. Harnessing the power of nature, Yerbaé’s celebrity ingredient, yerba mate, is known to produce 196 different vitamins, minerals and nutrients that also produces caffeine. All Yerbaé energy beverages are zero calorie, zero sugar, non-GMO and gluten free. Yerbaé has expanded into 131 outlets of a large club store chain across 18 states. Yerbaé www.yerbae.com
Tabletree Cherry Juice Turns out the state best known for its big skies also has something to brag about on ground level, too. Tabletree Montana’s Cherry Juice uses Flathead Lake cherries, a touch of honey and a dash of cinnamon as its natural preservatives for an award-winning juice gaining attention worldwide. Gary and Susan Snow have developed a proprietary system that produces quality, healthy and nutritious products (expect new products soon). Taken alone, the 16
Cherry Juice has nutritional benefits, but is great for cooking and cocktails. Sold in select specialty food stores and online. Tabletree Montana www.tabletreejuice.com
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burst of fruity flavors and a hint of luxurious vanilla. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this 11.3-ounce jar of preserves embodies L’Epicurien’s commitment to delivering exceptional quality. Only the finest fruits and premium ingredients are used, ensuring a truly remarkable taste experience for your discerning customers. Indulge in culinary excellence. Choose L’Epicurien preserves, available through The French Farm. All L’Epicurien items are imported directly from France. The full line is available at The French Farm. The French Farm www.thefrenchfarm.com/brands/ lepicurien
MarDona Stuffed Olive Collection MarDona has launched a gourmet olive snack line with quality fresh olives stuffed with the finest gourmet treats. The Savory Blue cheese is a perfect balance of the olive and cheese. The Turkish Red-Hot Pepper is just what the label says, very hot! The Garlic-Stuffed olive is made two ways: the Natural Garlic insert and the ItalianStyle, with spices in the brine, making the garlic stand out a little more. And let’s not forget the Jalapeño Stuffed Olive with a good balance of heat and olive.
These five products join the other MarDona favorites: Mild or Hot Muffuletta, Olive Antipasto, the Mild or Hot Giardiniera, the Sweet and Spicy Garlic Cloves and the Spicy Brussels Sprouts. These items are great as snacks, salad additions, sandwich toppers and more. MarDona Specialty Foods 855.645.7772 www.truffleoilsandmore.com
Sunday Night Dark Chocolate + Sea Salt Premium Dessert Sauce This silky, Dark Chocolate + Sea Salt sauce blends the world’s best chocolate with a handful of the finest pure ingredi-
ents. Love it straight from the jar or pour over anything you desire. Make it the heart of your desserts and sweet aspirations. Sunday Night Foods 888.966.4385 www.sundaynightfoods.com www.gourmetnews.com
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PRODUCT NAME White Coffee 2.5 Pound Gourmet Whole Bean
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COMPANY White Coffee 718.204.7900 www.whitecoffee.com
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$19.99
White Coffee, manufacturer of the finest gourmet coffees since 1939, introduces the 2.5 pound whole bean bags. This line is available in Hazelnut, French Vanilla, French Roast, Colombian Supremo, Breakfast Blend and Organic Breakfast Blend. White Coffee has the right coffee to meet your brewing needs.
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PRODUCT NAME Howard Products Wax-It-All
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Howard Products Inc. 800.266.9545 www.howardproducts.com
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$19.99
Howard Wax-It-All is a food-grade paste wax that is safe for any surface where food contact may occur. This thick, smooth blend of beeswax, carnauba wax and food-grade mineral oil revives faded surfaces and helps protect wood from drying out and cracking.
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Almond Toffee Petites in Milk or Dark Chocolate
Enstrom Candies 800.252.5498 www.enstrom.com
$0.70
Individually wrapped, Enstrom Almond Toffee Petites are the gold standard of snacking. This artisan Almond Toffee is crafted from the perfect blend of fresh California almonds, sweet cream butter and pure cane sugar, covered in a generous layer of rich chocolate to create a treat unlike any other.
Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake
Tortuga Spirit Cake Company 239.910.2049 www.tortugarumcakes.com
$26.20
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of the Tortuga Kentucky Bourbon Butter Cake. With smooth notes of faintly sweet oak that linger on your palate, this exquisite creation is crafted with aged Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Your taste buds will be treated to a unique and flavorful profile boasting a bold character.
PRODUCT NAME Teflon Platinum Plus Nonstick
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COMPANY Chemours Company 866.205.1667 www.chemours.com
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Teflon™ Platinum Plus nonstick is the most scratch- and abrasion-resistant Teflon branded nonstick finish to date, that’s dishwasher and metal utensil safe. High-quality Teflon coatings have been perfected over 50 years and are quality tested to live up to the brand promise: easier cooking and cleanup, time after time.
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Odyssey Reduced Fat Greek Sour Cream
Klondike Cheese Co. 608.325.3021 www.klondikecheese.com odysseybrands.com
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Klondike Cheese Company introduces a healthier alternative to traditional sour cream with its Odyssey® Reduced Fat Greek Sour Cream. Natural, 100 percent rBST free cow’s milk product. It has 33 percent less calories, 40 percent less fat and 50 percent less cholesterol than traditional sour cream. While boasting twice the protein. For sale in the dairy case: 12-ounce retail cup.
Buholzer Brothers 8 oz. Muenster Chunk
Klondike Cheese Co. 608.325.3021 www.klondikecheese.com www.buholzerbrothers.com
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Buholzer Brothers® brand is crafted by five Wisconsin Master Cheesemakers, that includes five flavorful varieties of Muenster, Brick, Havarti, Dill Havarti and Gouda. Muenster is an orange rind cheese that is semi-firm with a creamy texture that gets even creamier with age. Perfect for grilled cheese, scrambled eggs or pizza.
Odyssey 12 oz. Greek Yogurt Dips
Klondike Cheese Co. 608.325.3021 www.klondikecheese.com odysseybrands.com
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Odyssey® Greek Yogurt Dips have 40 percent less calories per serving, three times the protein per serving and half the fat per serving compared to traditional sour cream-based dips. These glutenfree and rBST free dips add a refreshing taste to the dairy section.
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PRODUCT NAME Fall River Wild Rice 8 oz. Box
PRODUCT NAME Global trending products
PRODUCT NAME Coconut Ingredients
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G RAIN S
Fall River Wild Rice 530.336.5222 • 800.626.4366 www.frwr.com
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$3.99$5.99
Fall River Wild Rice has a line of products that are recognized in the industry as a leader in consistency, quality, availability and innovation. Above all, it strives to be an example in customer service.
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COMPANY Pocas International 201.941.7900 www.pocas.com
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Pocas’ objective is to study global market trends of foods and beverages around the world and supply the best products to valued customers at the greatest price possible. If you’re interested in global trending products, please contact Pocas to learn more and discuss the rices and opportunity of carrying its items.
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Franklin Baker Inc. 901.881.6681 www.franklinbaker.com
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Franklin Baker offers an extensive portfolio of coconut products for your food and beverage requirements
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Ariston Peach & Masticha Chiou
Ariston Specialties LLC 860.263.8498 www.aristonspecialties.com
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Peaches from mainland Greece combined with aromatic Mastic Gum (Masticha Chiou). Mastic is a rare ingredient that only grows on the Greek island of Chio, giving this jam a unique flavor. Mastic is used throughout Greek cuisine and has many health benefits.
Ariston Orange & Whisky Marmalade
Ariston Specialties LLC 860.263.8498 www.aristonspecialties.com
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Not your ordinary orange marmalade! This jar combines oranges from Greece to make this marmalade with a touch of cooked whisky to give you a more complex tasting orange marmalade.
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Moresh Extra Virgin Olive Oil
CHO America 281.712.1549 U.S. • 514.418.2524 Canada www.moresh.com
$9.99
Moresh Extra Virgin Olive Oil is authentically Moroccan. These single-sourced olives have higher polyphenol content. The cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil has a balanced flavor with low acidity. Though 100 percent Moroccan, Moresh is crafted to be used for all cuisines. Cooking with Moresh is like magic in the kitchen.
Terra Delyssa Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1L
CHO America 281.712.1549 U.S. • 514.418.2524 Canada www.moresh.com
$12.99
Winner of 15 international awards for flavor and quality in 2022. The smooth flavor of Terra Delyssa First Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil makes it a pantry staple worldwide. Terra Delyssa is single sourced from Tunisian orchards and offers full transparency with blockchain traceability on the label.
Black or White Truffle Oil in 1 Gallon Units
MarDona Specialty Foods 855.645.7772 www.mardonaspecialtyfoods.com
$135
Pure olive oil infused with imported white or black truffle essence. Ideal for home chefs, restaurants, food trucks. etc. Easy-to-handle jug for safety handling.
Partanna Everyday & Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
United Olive Oil Import Corp. www.unitedoliveoil.com
$14.99$18.99
Partanna Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a Nocellara del Belice monovarietal from the area of Castelvetrano, Sicily. The olives are cold pressed within eight hours of hand picking.
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Paesana Plant-Based Bolognese
Paesana Pizza Sauces
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L&S Packing Company/Paesana Gourmet Specialties www.paesana.com
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Pasta sauce is a popular pantry staple and today’s families are looking for food options with added protein. Paesana Plant-Based Bolognese – Hearty and Spicy varieties – are enriched with Beyond Meat and offering customers 4 grams of protein per serving – with no cholesterol, soy, gluten, hormones or GMOs.
L&S Packing Company/Paesana Gourmet Specialties www.paesana.com
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Paesana New York’s Pizza Sauces are the perfect addition to your sauce aisle. Made with premium ingredients and packed in convenient 8.5-ounce single-serve jars. They are the perfect size for a 16-inch pizza crust. There are four exciting flavors including Classic, White, Buffalo and Vodka.
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Jake’s Nut Roasters 7 oz. Cans
Jasper Specialty Foods 800.255.1641 www.jasperspecialtyfoods.com www.jakesnutroasters.com
$6.29
Jake’s Nut Roasters is a creative line of specialty almond snacks with distinctively bold and unique flavors, which include Bleu Cheese Cracked Pepper, Bloody Mary, Mesquite Smoked, Hatch Chile, Maple, Barbecue, Buffalo, and Brine & Dill. These almonds are in fact “Straight from Jake’s Orchard” showcasing the company’s vertical integration and commitment to sustainable growing practices. Produced in a dedicated peanut-free facility, these premium California almonds are dry roasted and seasoned in small batches to deliver exceptional quality.
Seasoned Sourdough Pretzel Nuggets
OMG! Pretzels 610.773.9335 wwww.omgpretzels.com/wholesale
$8.99
OMG! Pretzels uses wholesome ingredients and family recipes to craft delicious, bite-sized, crunchy sourdough pretzel nuggets perfect for every occasion. NEW in 2024: metallic packaging, enhanced seasoning blends, nonGMO varieties, kosher-certification, vegan/vegetarian. As always, made in the U.S.A., women- and family-owned, OMG! Pretzels make believers in love at first bite!
Fiorucci Panino Variety Tray
Campofrio Food Group America, Fiorucci Foods 800.520.7775 www.fioruccifoods.com
$17 - $19
Fiorucci is proud to announce new 15-ounce Panino Variety Tray, the perfect product for entertaining, hosting, building an elegant charcuterie board or snacking for the family. This product features three mouthwatering combinations of Italian dry-cured meat wrapped around creamy mozzarella; top-selling prosciutto, pepperoni, and hard salami.
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Black Truffle Rub
MarDona Specialty Foods 855.645.7772 www.mardonaspecialtyfoods.com
$14.99
A blend of black truffles and hand-shaved salt crushed together into a flour powder. Ideal as a rub on meats, poultry and even seafood. Add to soups, salad dressings and more.
Riley’s Seasoning Kit
Riley’s Seasoning Inc. 800.690.7720 www.rileys-seasonings.com
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Since 1974, Riley’s award-winning seasonings and spices have been capturing the hearts and palates of chefs and backyard cooks. The Seasoning Kit features Cajun Seasoning, Chili Seasoning, All Purpose Seasoning and Korintje Cinnamon.
Steak Seasoning
Whiskey Oak Seasonings 408.314.5320 www.whiskeyoak.com
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The perfect blend of pisces with natural smoke. Use it on steak, roasts, veggies, soups and even guacamole.
O’Food Kimchi Kick
Daesang America Inc www.daesang.com
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A Korean treasure full of umami flavor. Spicy, salty, tangy and delicious. Real kimchi with garlic, sesame, onion and ginger combine to create this innovative dry seasoning blend.
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White Coffee 718.204.7900 www.whitecoffee.com
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White Coffee is a family owned, certified woman-owned business, started in 1939. Today, we continue to be industry leaders in sourcing and roasting the finest coffees available as well as featuring world famous licensed brands. We have built our business one customer at a time, cup by cup, with excellent quality and attentive customer service. www.gourmetnews.com