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Terrapin Ridge Farms Medals in National Mustard Competition
Terrapin Ridge Farms has won three coveted prizes in the 19th Annual World-Wide Mustard Competition held at the National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wis., in April. The National Mustard Museum received more than 300 entries in this year’s competition. Terrapin Ridge took home the bronze medal in the Fruit Mustard category for their Peach Honey Mustard Pretzel Dip, a silver medal in the Exotic Mustard category for their Garam Masala Mustard, and a silver medal in the Dressings category for their Apple Rosemary with Dill Sauce. “We are honored to be recognized for our unique line up of gourmet mustards and dressings,” ... |
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Specialty Food Association to Honor Outstanding Retailers
Five specialty food retailers have been named Outstanding Retailers of 2013 by the Specialty Food Association. The awards honor outstanding customer service, product sourcing, merchandising and a commitment to serving the local community. The award-winning retailers are feast!, Charlottesville, Va.; Lazy Acres Market, Santa Barbara, Calif.; Oliver’s Market, Cotati, Calif.; Shady Maple Farm Market, Lancaster, Pa.; and Sweet Grass Dairy Cheese Shop, Thomasville, Ga. The winners were selected by a panel of leading specialty food professionals, including manufacturers, distributors, previous honorees and editors of Specialty Food Magazine. “These retailers share a passion that goes beyond presenting good food,” said Ann ... |
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SIAL Canada’s Olive d’Or Competition Names Top Olive Oils
The eighth edition of the Olive d’Or competition, which took place as part of SIAL Canada 2013 at Toronto’s Direct Energy Centre April 30 to May 2, named nine winners in three categories. The jury deliberated on April 25 and 26 to select the best extra-virgin olive oils from countries around the world. The winning olive oils received Gold, Silver or Bronze Drops honors in their respective categories. With more than 110 participating oils from more than 20 different countries, Olive d’Or is considered one of the most prestigious international extra-virgin olive oil contests in North America. Winners in the ... |
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Hain Celestial Acquires Organic Baby Food Brand
The Hain Celestial Group Inc., a leading natural and organic products company, announced the acquisition of Ella’s Kitchen Group Limited and the formation of the Global Infant, Toddler & Kids Division under Hain Celestial US. Ella’s Kitchen is a manufacturer and distributor of premium organic baby food under the Ella’s Kitchen brand and the first company to offer baby food in convenient flexible pouches. Ella’s Kitchen offers a range of 80 branded organic baby food products principally in the United Kingdom, the United States and Scandinavia. Ella’s Kitchen generated about $70 million in sales in calendar year 2012 and ... |
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Dallas Grows Total Housewares & Gourmet Market
Dallas Market Center’s Table & Housewares FINDS will debut its new location adjacent to the Gourmet Market and has expanded by more than 30 percent since January. Table & Housewares FINDS showcases functional gifts, dining, cooking and entertaining wares, as well as clever items for the home. Key exhibitors include Guzzini, Kobenstyle, Majestic Gifts, MYdrap, Noritake and Yamazaki. Exhibitor expansions include Lenox, which has doubled the size of its space. Highlights of housewares resources throughout permanent showrooms include All-Clad Metalcrafters, BODUM, Boston Warehouse, Calphalon, Chicago Metallic Bakeware, Island Bamboo, Jura Capresso, Trudeau, USA Pan and Wilton Armetale. Companies relocating within ... |
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Cento Chairman Ciccotelli Dies at 86
Alfred Ciccotelli Sr., 86, founder and chairman of Cento Fine Foods, died May 6, approximately one month shy of the company’s 50th anniversary, at his home in New Jersey. A true pioneer of the food industry, Ciccotelli was among the first to import olive oil, 100 percent durum semolina pasta, San Marzano tomatoes, panettone and other assorted Italian foods to the U.S. market. His vision helped lead the way for imported Italian foods that grew to be the No. 1 favorite ethnic food among U.S. consumers. After serving in World War II in the Pacific theater, Ciccotelli returned home to ... |
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tag Founder Norman Glassberg Dies
Norman Glassberg, 70, founder of Trade Associates Group Ltd. (tag), died April 26 while on a business trip in China attending the Canton Import and Export Fair in Guangzhou.“Norman was a true visionary and a best friend,” said Barbara Turf, former CEO of Crate & Barrel. “His business timing was always impeccable. His work ethic was enviably consistent. Norman’s innovation and brilliance commanded employee and industry respect. He will be deeply missed.”Born in New York in 1942, Glassberg graduated from New York University with a degree in biochemistry. But his interests soon turned to the home products industry, especially giftware ... |
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sofi Awards Finalists for Year’s Top Specialty Foods Announced
A national panel of specialty food experts tasted and evaluated 1,885 products across 30 categories to generate a list of 109 finalists for the 41st annual sofi Awards for outstanding specialty foods and beverages of 2013.Sponsored by the Specialty Food Association, sofi (Specialty Outstanding Food Innovation) is considered the highest honor in the $86 billion specialty food industry. This year’s finalists include Tasmanian Orangewood Honey, Cardamom Ice Cream, Cherry Seed Oil and Spicy Korean Barbecue Marinade. The complete list of finalists can be found here. The sofi Awards are open to members of the Specialty Food Association, a not-for-profit trade association ... |
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SunRidge Farms Updates Packaging for Organic and Natural Products
Royal Oaks, Calif.-based SunRidge Farms has begun rolling out a new version of its branded resealable packaging for its organic and natural nuts, seeds, dried fruits, snacks, confections and granolas.The new bags feature brighter designs intended to make it easier for retailers to merchandise them and consumers to easily recognize their benefits. The new packaging is gradually being introduced, initially starting with 30 products, half of the company’s stock keeping units.The new packaging was redesigned with each food category in mind. Updates to the bags include a banner along the bottom front of the packaging featuring product-specific health claims; consistent ... |
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Seminars and Special Events Highlight 3rd Annual Edition of Artisan Resource
A four-day schedule of educational sessions and special events will be offered during Artisan Resource, a market offering U.S.-based importers, direct import retailers and wholesalers the opportunity to meet with international artisanal producers.The semiannual event takes place Aug. 18-20 at Passenger Ship Terminal Pier 94 in New York, and runs concurrently with NY NOW (formerly NYIGF).“These programs are designed to orient Artisan Resource exhibitors to U.S. market trends, etiquette and opportunities while also providing Artisan Resource attendees with basic importing dos and don’ts,” said Allison Rober, Artisan Resource sales manager. “Artisan Resource participants also can enjoy networking activities during the ... |
