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Chobani Opens Yogurt Bar in New York’s SoHo Neighborhood
Chobani, the New Berlin, N.Y.-based yogurt maker, has debuted its first Mediterranean yogurt bar in New York’s SoHo neighborhood. The store serves artisanal creations featuring Chobani’s authentic strained Greek yogurt, shipped daily from the company’s central New York plant, as the core ingredient. In-house yogurt masters using seasonally inspired gourmet ingredients create made-to-order yogurt treats. “This has been my dream since we first started Chobani in 2005,” said Hamdi Ulukaya, president and CEO of Chobani. “I always wanted to bring our brand to life in a new way and deliver a unique experience to our fans. Our goal has always ... |
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Navitas Naturals Expands Production of Organic “Superfoods”
Navitas Naturals, a Novato, Calif.-based organic “superfoods” company, has marked its upcoming 10th anniversary with the acquisition of additional commercial space and expansion of its production capacity. Owners Zach Adelman and Wesley Crain purchased the buildings for the new Navitas Naturals campus, taking the company’s square footage to 23,000 square feet from 13,500. The expansion allows Navitas to double production capacity and add two new production lines. Another added feature is a kitchen studio where the company can produce its own recipe videos, product photos and other digital marketing assets to help inform customers about the benefits of superfoods. “Our ... |
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Chef Cat Cora Inducted into Culinary Hall of Fame
Cat Cora, known for her roles as an Iron Chef on Food Network’s “Iron Chef America” and as co-host of Bravo’s “Around the World in 80 Plates,” was inducted into the American Academy of Chefs (AAC) Hall of Fame in Orlando, Fla., as the 2012 Celebrated Chef. Cora is the first female chef to ever receive this recognition by the American Culinary Federation (ACF). In addition to her TV roles, Cora is creator of Cat Cora by Starfrit, a line of eco-friendly cookware, and Cat Cora’s Kitchen by Gaea, a line of healthy products that embody the Mediterranean lifestyle. ... |
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Southern Season Goes Old-School with In-Store Soda Fountain
As part of an ongoing project of renovations, Southern Season, a specialty retailer in Chapel Hill, N.C., recently opened an ice cream parlor inside the store. The parlor was designed with a nod to the old-fashioned soda fountains of the 1950s and includes nostalgic features such as marble countertops and tall stools. The menu offers a range of classic concoctions, including ice cream floats, sundaes and egg creams. Customers can enjoy ice cream by the scoop with gourmet toppings such as Chapel Hill Toffee, Red Light Sea Salt Caramel or Moravian Mint Chocolate Cookies. Alison Kelly, Southern Season’s ice cream ... |
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Macy’s Unveils Exclusive Marcus Samuelsson Cookware Collection
Macy’s has signed an exclusive cookware collaboration with celebrity chef and Macy’s Culinary Council member, Marcus Samuelsson. Born in Ethiopia and raised in Sweden, Samuelsson spent his adult years living and cooking in America, where he was inspired by the country’s eclectic cuisine composed of traditional foods from countless immigrant groups. His new cookware collection celebrates the nation’s exciting and original cuisine with professional and versatile cookware pieces that are designed with ethnic cooking in mind. The “Marcus Samuelsson American Table for Belgique” collection will launch in September, available only at Macy’s and on macys.com.“Marcus Samuelsson is one of the ... |
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Gourmet Housewares Show Sold Out for Return to NYIGF
First-time participation of several key housewares brands will result in an expanded and sold-out return of the Gourmet Housewares Show at the New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF), Aug. 19-22, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. A total of 175 exhibitors, encompassing a refined concentration of both housewares and tabletop suppliers, will participate in the second annual edition.“Gourmet suppliers recognize new opportunities connected with participation in the NYIGF,” said Marc Delman, national sales manager. “Naturally, it offers them access to a targeted group of kitchenware retailers shopping for fourth quarter, but more importantly, a wide range of gift, home ... |
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Target Sells Kitchenware Made from Recycled Bamboo
Focused on sustainability on many fronts, Target is also getting ahead of Millennials who are seeking more earth-friendly products for kitchen and home.Consumers, particularly Millennials, are interested in buying more earth-friendly products; however, most are not willing to pay more for the privilege.In an effort to get ahead of the trend, Target is selling kitchenware made from recycled materials, including compressed leftover bamboo sawdust, rice starch and a plant-based binder, according to a Waste & Recycling News report. The material yielded is called MoBoo (short for molded bamboo), made by Natural Home Products.MoBoo looks and feels like plastic but is ... |
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CIAA Invites Retailers to Enter Lottery for Trip to SIAL Paris
The Cheese Importers Association of America (CIAA) invites U.S.-based retailers of cheese to apply for a lottery for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to Paris to attend SIAL, the world’s largest food show with exhibits of cheese from around the world.The trip, from Oct. 20-24, is open to only 10 representatives from retail companies. The CIAA will hold a lottery drawing for trip participants, and retailers must apply for the lottery by July 30. Applications for the lottery are available on the CIAA’s Web site. In order to qualify for the lottery, a retailer must either have 20 ... |
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NASFT Selects Roth Partners for Branding Initiative
The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade (NASFT) has commissioned Roth Partners to help evolve the brand identity of the association, best known as the organizer of the Fancy Food Shows and the sofi Awards.“For years, the NASFT’s identity has revolved around the Fancy Food Show, the premier event showcasing specialty food producers, importers and distributors from all over the world to buyers from the retail and foodservice trade. We want to build on our work to create a brand that will enhance our association’s reputation and elevate the brands of our member companies,” said Ann Daw, president of ... |
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Five Color Palettes and 80 Products Selected for Trend Preview at NYIGF
Pantone’s identification of five fresh color palettes and One Kings Lane’s selection of 80-plus products that best support key home design trends will be presented at the inaugural Open House project at the summer New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF).The five design trends – identified by editors from Sandow Media’s Home Textiles Today and Home Accents Today – range from nostalgic American motifs to modern print statements. They will be showcased with their corresponding colorways in a curated display, Aug. 18-22 at NYIGF. Related educational sessions will explore home design, color and commerce trends.“Open House provides buyers with a look ... |
