Products » Show Notes » Feb 04, 2005

J and M Foods teamed up with Dave's Gourmet to produce Dave's Insanity Cheese Straws. They also have a 6-pack of biscuits — three sweet (Lemon, Chocolate-Orange, and Key Lime) and three savory (Asiago, Bleu, and Original). They also have a new gift tin for both their Cabernet and Chardonnay Wine Biscuits. It's handsome, sturdy, and reusable. Call 800-264-2278, or send e-mail to sales@jm-foods.com.
The Pasta Shoppe has come out with a line of bite-sized Divine Meringues that come in hermetically sealed packages, and have tiny bits of white chocolate in each one. They come in Chocolate Cocoa Crunch, Vanilla Bean, Key Lime Coconut, and Cinnamon Gingersnap. Call 800-247-0188, or send e-mail to john@pastashoppe.com.

Dare Crackers have gone Trans Fat Free. New versions of the popular crackers will include: Breton, Breton Minis, and Cabaret. Dare Foods already offers a variety of trans fat-free crackers, including Vinta and Vinta Squares, crackers made with a hearty blend of eight grains and seeds, as well as Bremmer Crackers made with pure sunflower oil. The expanded range of trans fat-free crackers is available now. For information, call 800-265-8225.

The Snack Factory also has a trans fat-free cracker with a twist. Its new spreadable Pretzel Cracker is an ultra-thin, all-natural product packaged in a resealable 6-ounce pouch. Get the details on this interesting new arrival at www.pretzelcrisps.com.

Another new cracker emerged from Milton's Baking Company. The well-known bread company launched its new cracker line last summer and is continuing to spread the word about its flavorful, no-trans fat crackers. Available in Multi-Grain, French Onion, Garlic and Herb, and Whole Wheat, the crackers arrive in 10-ounce packages and new snack-size servings. For information, send e-mail to mmcmurty@miltonsbaking.com.

Venus Wafers, Inc. added a new line of certified organic 8 Grain Crackers for health-conscious customers. Available in Hearty Original, Seed Celebration, and Mediterranean Delight flavors, all are low fat, zero trans fat, and have no cholesterol. A display shipper that includes all three flavors is also available. For more information, call 800-545-4538, or visit www.venuswafers.com.

Gourmet Cheese Crackers from Kitchen Table Bakers are a thin, crisp delight of cheese and spices. The crackers are wheat, gluten, and sugar free and live up to their tag line of 'All Natural, All Cheese and All Delicious.' New this year is Rosemary, as well as new packaging geared toward the upscale gourmet market. For more information, call 800-486-4582, or check them out online at www.kitchentablebakers.com.
If you want to serve up something a bit heftier, consider Damascus Bakery's Panini Bread made with semolina. The flatbread packaged in a variety of sizes (4 and 12 servings) and flavors is perfect for a panini maker or even a George Foreman grill. For more information and samples, call 718-855-1456.
YZ Enterprises, Inc. introduced an Almondina Floor Display Rack, as well as a Countertop/Shelf Dispenser. The floor display rack holds four cases of 24 packs and includes wheels for easy store location. It takes up less than two square feet of space and is free with the purchase of 8/24-count cases, of which four must be the Original flavor. The Countertop/Shelf Dispenser is ideal for grocery shelves and holds one case of 24 packs. A spring mechanism ensures packages are always front and upright. The dispenser is free with purchase of 3/24-count cases, of which two must be the Original flavor. For more information, call 800-736-8779.

Salem Baking Company now offers their famous Moravian cookies in a delightful set of gift packs. Perfectly paired with jellies, jams, and fruit butters, you can choose either Sugar or Spice cookies with Peach or Red Raspberry Preserves or Pumpkin Butter. Available in a variety of gift and holiday wraps. For more information, call 800-274-2994, or visit www.salembaking.com.

Elsa's Story introduced two new flavors that are only available in their new Designer Series. Cappuccino Butter Pecan was delicious, as was the new Blueberry-filled Butter Cookie. The new designer series packaging is decidedly upscale and tells the company's story in an elegant way. The collection includes cookies, preserves, savory crackers, and more. For more information, call 757-566-5360, or send e-mail to dmastricola@wythewill.com.

Yohay Baking Co. introduced a new line of cookies that are sweet and attractive, and designed to address today's health-conscious consumers who are seeking to lose weight, avoid carbs, or just want all-natural ingredients. Each recipe was developed from scratch to meet strict nutritional requirements and best of all, they taste great. Packaging features a standout colorful illustration. For more information, call 800-255-9642, or visit www.yohay.com.


Xcell International offered a variety of new items, including their Dean Jacobs In Home Pizza Party line. The Pizza Crust Mix your way! and Sauce Mix contains enough ingredients to produce four eight-inch or two 12-inch pizzas. And to season any pizza, they debuted a Pizza your way! Seasonings shake bottle that includes four seasonings — Crushed Peppers, Garlic and Onion, Italian Herbs and Spices, and Tuscana Blend. For more information, call 800-722-7751, or visit www.xcellint.com.
From The Great San Saba River Pecan Company came Pecan Pie In-A-Jar. The 22-ounce jar contains a rich blend of pecans and ingredients to which you simply add eggs and bake in your own pie crust or one from the store. Also included is a crust recipe, making this a great item to cross-merchandise in your Bakeware Department. Call 800-372-6078.

From The Nutty Cookie comes the Madeleine Complete Baking Kit, which includes the mix, a silicone Madeleine mold, and simple instructions. Just add eggs and butter and you've got your own fresh-baked Madeleines at home. Call 888-301-3334.

An interesting discovery was found with MIX Gourmet, a new line of premium-quality gourmet Bread Bowl and Dip Baking Kits. The new range debuted at the show and will be available in May. Included in the selection are Pumpkin Bread with Rum Butter Toffee Dip and Pear Walnut Bread with Grand Marnier Dip. Check out MIX products at www.mixgourmetinc.com or send e-mail to donaldhanson@mixgourmetinc.com.

Conifer Specialties, Inc. premiered a new name and look with its Canterbury Naturals line of specialty baking mixes, soup mixes, and spice blends featuring all-natural ingredients and no trans fats, hydrogenated oils, colorings, or preservatives. The line is produced by the makers of Canterbury Cuisine, Famous Fair Scones, and Scone Girl specialty food brands. For more information, visit www.conifer-inc.com.

The Peanut Patch showed off their Hickory Smoked Virginia peanuts available in nine-ounce vacuum cans. These extra-large, low-carb, no-cholesterol peanuts have big taste and great crunch. For more information, call 866-732-6883, or visit www.peanutpatch.com.

We went nuts over this line of all-natural, premium macadamia nuts grown by third-generation farmers at Finca la Anita in Costa Rica. They come in Natural, Lightly Roasted and Salted, and Sugar Cane Roast. The orchard where they are grown is surrounded by rainforest in a valley between three volcanoes, which makes for great soil. For every box of nuts sold, one square meter of rainforest from a land trust is presented back to the Costa Rican Natural Park System. The company, Flavor Road, is based in Minneapolis. Call them at 612-332-7707, or visit www.FincaLaAnita.org.