Free from the constraints of the appellation d'origine contrôlée that dictate how cheese in Europe is made, American cheese makers are able to add innovative twists to traditional methods to create unique products that meet evolving consumer demand, according to leadership at the American Cheese Society... Read

For many Americans, canned tomatoes are a commodity that they regularly use in their home kitchens, but rarely think about beyond price and convenience – but Mutti, the number 1 selling tomato brand in Italy, wants to change that through a new multi-media campaign that positions their products as “alive with passion.”.. Read

While the economics of running a subscription based home delivery model for fresh meal kits are notoriously challenging, shelf-stable kits offer distinct advantages to consumers and operators, argues the founder of gourmet meal kit brand Takeout Kit, as they’re cheaper to ship and consumers are not under pressure to cook within a limited time window or waste food (and money) if their plans change... Read

Most bricks & mortar retailers have yet to carve out a ‘keto’ set in the bar category, but it’s only a matter of time, predicts Dang Foods founder Vincent Kitirattragarn, who says his new plant-based Dang Bars – with 14-15g fat, 9-10g protein, 6-7g fiber and 2-3g naturally occurring sugar per 40g, 200-calorie bar – will appeal to keto fans, but don’t have the look and feel of heavily-processed ‘special diet’ products... Read

Known as a pricey and somewhat elusive spice, the delicate ruby red saffron threads can be intimidating to many consumers. Socially conscious Rumi Spice is looking to change that perception and drive demand for its single-origin saffron, which will be available in 453 of the 470 US Whole Foods stores by the end of the month... Read

LaCroix maker National Beverage Corp “categorically denies all allegations” in a lawsuit alleging it falsely markets its flavored sparkling waters as ‘all natural’ in a case attorneys say reflects heightened scrutiny of the components of natural flavors... Read

Saturo, a ready-to-drink (RTD) non-GMO meal replacement beverage, that has taken Europe by storm, has launched online in the US market... Read

As alternatives to meat become increasingly sophisticated and available and a growing population begins to strain the supply of animal products, consumers are raising the bar for animal proteins in terms of appearance, freshness, processing and price – pushing manufacturers and producers to find new solutions, according to a protein expert with Kalsec... Read

What’s new in the snacking world​ and how are consumers fitting snacks into their day? Is the trend of ‘fresh snacking’​ the future, or are pantry items still the bread and butter of the category?.. Display