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 […]

The Brooklyn-based multi-family, commercial and institutional architectural firm IMC Architecture has launched its new interior design studio. Director of Design Federigo Luzzi leads the new interior practice, with focus on workplace, commercial, retail, healthcare, hospitality and residential work. “Our new interior design group will both serve its own clients and support IMC’s architectural projects. The […]

RATIONAL USA, the leading manufacturer of intelligent cooking equipment for commercial foodservice, announced the following promotions: Joe Peloquin has joined as Corporate Chef. Prior to joining RATIONAL, Joe was with Echo Lake Country Club as an Executive Sous Chef and with Glen Ridge Country Club as an Executive Sous Chef. He will be reporting to […]

US Foods Holding Corp announced that it has agreed to acquire Saladino’s Foodservice, a broadline distributor in California, to further expand its reach into key areas of central California. Tuck-in acquisitions, such as Renzi Foodservice and the most recent agreement to acquire Saladino’s Foodservice, are a key part of the company’s ongoing commitment to drive […]

Eco-Products is adding two new sets of lids — one for paper hot cups and the other for molded fiber ovals, rectangles and bowls — to its industry-leading array of fiber-based items designed to help operators everywhere, but especially those in markets where local ordinances prevent the use of foodservice plastic.   Launched as part of […]

RATIONAL USA, the leading manufacturer of intelligent cooking equipment for commercial foodservice, announced the following promotions: Bill Roller to Sales Director, South (effective October 1, 2023). Roller previously served as Regional Sales Manager in for Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Southern Illinois. Jon Bero to Sales Director, West (effective October 1, 2023). Bero previously served as […]

Chef Brian West announced West Point Culinary School, an apprenticeship program where students will learn critical skills related to a career in the culinary industry. Chef Brian West is now accepting applicants for his inaugural program – only five students will be accepted for the hands-on program, which will officially start in late August. Interested […]

Haywire in Plano, the renowned culinary destination known for its larger-than-life dining experiences, announces it has earned the prestigious 2023 Distinguished Restaurant of North America (DiRōNA) Award. This recognition solidifies Haywire’s place among the most celebrated restaurants across North America. The DiRōNA Award considered one of the highest honors in the fine dining industry, shines […]

SevenRooms, a guest experience and retention platform for the hospitality industry, released its latest consumer report, “2023 Dining Discovery & Booking Report,” highlighting how guests discover new restaurants and book reservations. One thing is clear – diners are utilizing many channels for discovery – from word of mouth to a variety of online channels. Nearly […]

Blue Star Foods Corp., an integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance sustainable seafood company with a focus on Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems, announced it has entered into a new $1 million supply agreement with Bloomin’ Brands. The new contract started distribution in April and will run through the remainder of 2023. Blue Star started to deliver approximately […]