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Gourmet Business August 2014
As summer begins to wind down and the harvest lightens, thoughts turn to the many ways the fresh fruits and vegetables of summer’s bounty can be preserved so that we can enjoy them well into autumn and winter. As the do-it-yourself and locavore movements continue to strengthen, America is experiencing what some call a food preserving and canning renaissance. The trend, according to industry suppliers and retailers, has gone mainstream, driven initially by the post- recession savings mindset and the desire to eat more simply and healthfully. “Today, canning is much more urban and driven by economic, health and gift-giving factors,” said Fred Cecala, vice president of marketing and product development for Columbian Home Products, which makes GraniteWare canning and preserving tools. “Farmers’ markets are bringing locally grown fresh foods to downtown suburbia across America, allowing canning and home preserving to filter into urban lifestyles.” For more on this modern homesteading renaissance, turn to “Can It” on page 16. Early August is also a time when gourmet retailers begin thinking about the holidays and what gift-giving merchandise Over the past two quarters, we have seen an impressive array of holiday gift ideas, starting with the International Home + Housewares Show in February, the Fancy Food Show in July and new products to be unveiled at NY NOW coming up in August. Included in the Gift Guide is everything from gourmet food and coffee and tea, to kitchen essentials, serveware and barware. And speaking of NY NOW, don’t miss our preview of the show – which takes place in New York City, Aug. 16-20 – on page 27, for more great design and gourmet ideas to help rev in-store sales all year round. Maureen Azzato mazzato@gourmetbusiness.com |
