Odeko has acquired Seattle-based fresh food distributor Catapult NW and secured an exclusive distribution partnership with Artisan Premades. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Operations and technology platform Odeko has announced the acquisition of Catapult NW, a fresh food distributor headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Concurrently, Odeko has entered into an exclusive distribution partnership with fresh food producer Artisan Premades. The combined transactions strengthen Odeko's commercial infrastructure across the Pacific Northwest while broadening the fresh food portfolio available to its independent coffee shop, café, and foodservice client network. Regional Expansion and Distribution Catapult NW specialises in sourcing and distributing regional fresh food brands across the Pacific Northwest, serving a client base that includes independent coffee shops, cafés, grocery networks, and corporate dining facilities. The acquisition adds to Odeko’s existing operational footprint in the region, where the business already manages three processing and logistics hubs. By integrating Catapult NW's distribution operations, Odeko aims to expand its local vendor network and increase store-level fresh food availability for regional operators. Ken Banas, Chief Financial Officer of Odeko, stated that the acquisition represents a strategic investment in the Pacific Northwest market, reinforcing the company's commitment to enhancing service capabilities for retail customers and supplier partners. Brad Gillis, President of Catapult NW, added that joining Odeko provides regional suppliers and retail clients with expanded growth opportunities through enhanced technology systems and national distribution capabilities. Exclusive Fresh Food Partnership In tandem with the acquisition, Odeko has secured an exclusive distribution agreement with Artisan Premades, a manufacturer of prepared sandwiches, salads, and fresh convenience foods. Under the terms of the agreement, the partnership grants Odeko exclusive distribution rights to Artisan Premades' product lines across specified commercial channels. In return, Artisan Premades gains access to Odeko's broader distribution network to scale its retail reach across new geographic markets. Technology Integration and Customer Offerings Following the integration, Catapult NW's existing customer base will transition onto Odeko's digital supply chain platform. The integration provides regional retail clients with access to several core enterprise services: 📱 Digital Procurement: Access to Odeko's proprietary online ordering interface and centralised national product catalogue. ⏱️ Customer Support: 24/7 technical and operational customer service coverage. 💼 Financial Services: Integrated commercial financing options and business insurance products tailored for independent foodservice operators. The deal highlights ongoing consolidation across the café and independent foodservice supply chain, where technology-driven logistics platforms are acquiring regional distributors to offer integrated supply, ordering, and financial solutions. Business & Finance Odeko Acquires Catapult NW and Partners with Artisan Premades Eddie Sanders August 18, 2026 Bakery Thomas Relaunches Pumpkin Spice and Maple French Toast Bakery Lineup New Products Entenmann's and Little Bites Launch Autumn Bakery Lineup New Products Fazer Bakery Expands Portfolio with Autumn Rye and Gluten Free Launches Bakery Rise Baking Company Completes Acquisition of Jimmy's Gourmet Bakery Foodservice Bakery Business & Finance Related news

Paris Baguette North America is expanding its seasonal menu across bakery and beverage categories, launching a caramel apple lineup. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Bakery-café chain Paris Baguette North America has announced the commercial rollout of its 2026 autumn seasonal menu platform across its neighbourhood locations. Scheduled for commercial availability starting 26 August 2026, the short-run platform introduces a new caramel apple range alongside returning pumpkin pastry staples, coffeehouse beverages, and savoury lunch and breakfast additions. The menu expansion reflects ongoing quick-service restaurant (QSR) and bakery-café operational strategies, where early late-summer seasonal transitions and multi-category limited-time offerings (LTOs) are deployed to stimulate transaction frequency, drive average ticket value, and capture morning, midday, and afternoon dayparts. Autumn Menu and Flavour Platforms The 2026 seasonal strategy expands Paris Baguette's core autumn platform by pairing traditional pumpkin spice profiles with a new caramel apple lineup. By introducing permanent and seasonal menu extensions across handcrafted cakes, pastries, espresso, tea, cold brew, and savoury items, the chain aims to drive footfall across diverse consumer demographics. Cathy Chavenet, Chief Marketing Officer at Paris Baguette North America, stated that the development strategy focused on combining iconic pumpkin treats with a new caramel apple lineup to offer guests handcrafted bakery and beverage options for autumn routines. Caramel Apple and Pumpkin Formulations The limited-time bakery and beverage lineup introduces handcrafted cakes, flaky pastries, and coffeehouse drinks engineered around orchard fruit and pumpkin spice profiles: 🍏 Caramel Apple Streusel Trifle: Four layers of vanilla sponge cake filled with pastry cream and cinnamon apples, finished with butter streusel and a caramel drizzle, offered in full and personal-sized Trifle Cup formats. 🍩 Caramel Apple Streusel Doughnut: A signature King Cream Doughnut loaded with cinnamon apple filling, finished with caramel drizzle and butter streusel. 🧇 Caramel Apple Streusel Waffle: A Belgian Liège-style waffle topped with cinnamon apple filling, butter streusel, and rich caramel. 🥧 Caramel Apple Streusel Tart: Cinnamon apples baked inside a butter tart shell, finished with butter streusel and caramel drizzle. ☕ Caramel Apple Macchiato: Espresso and steamed milk swirled with caramel apple and finished with caramel sauce, available hot or iced. 🍵 Caramel Apple Matcha Latte: Ceremonial-grade matcha swirled with caramel apple and milk, finished with caramel sauce, available hot or iced. 🎃 Pumpkin Streusel Tart: A pumpkin spice filling topped with streusel and icing drizzle in a butter tart shell. 🧀 Pumpkin Cheese Danish: A flaky pastry filled with pumpkin and sweet cream cheese, finished with a sweet icing drizzle. 🥐 Pumpkin Spice Cruffin: A croissant-muffin hybrid loaded with pumpkin spice filling, topped with pumpkin icing and pumpkin seeds. ☕ Pumpkin Streusel Latte: Espresso and milk swirled with pumpkin spice, topped with cinnamon streusel, available hot or iced. 🍵 Pumpkin Chai Oatmilk Latte: Chai tea blended with pumpkin spice and steamed oat milk, dusted with pumpkin spice, available hot or iced. 🧊 Pumpkin Sweet Cream Cold Brew: Cold brew coffee infused with pumpkin spice, topped with sweet cream and pumpkin spice. Savoury Offerings and Returning Bakery Lines To support cross-category basket building during lunch and morning dayparts, Paris Baguette is complementing its sweet lineup with returning baked goods and savoury options: 🥧 Pecan Tart: A classic sweet and nutty pecan pie baked in a butter tart shell. 🥕 Carrot Cake: A moist carrot cake layered with cream cheese icing, pecans, pineapple, and golden raisins. 🍕 Pesto Chicken Pizzetta with Goat Cheese: A flaky pizzetta pastry layered with grilled chicken, tomatoes, roasted peppers, pesto, mozzarella, and goat cheese. 🥪 Turkey, Cranberry & Goat Cheese Pastry Sandwich: Sliced turkey, goat cheese, and arugula paired with cranberry mustard on a pumpkin seed pastry. 🥗 Harvest Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese: Herbed chicken breast served over fresh arugula with goat cheese, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, cucumber, and balsamic dressing. 🍳 Chicken Sausage, Egg & Cheddar Everything Breakfast Pastry Sandwich: A new breakfast sandwich featuring maple chicken sausage, freshly cracked egg, and cheddar cheese on an everything seasoning pastry. Commercial Availability The 2026 autumn product lineup will commence commercial distribution across participating Paris Baguette locations in North America from 26 August 2026. Positioned as a limited-time offering, the seasonal bakery, beverage, and savoury menu items will remain available across company-operated and franchise locations throughout the autumn trading window while promotional supplies last. New Products Paris Baguette Launches Autumn Menu with Caramel Apple and Pumpkin Range Jacob Deraille August 18, 2026 Coffee & Tea Philz Coffee Launches Autumn Menu with Apple and Pecan Cold Brews Coffee & Tea Philadelphia and Ziggi's Coffee Debut Everything Bagel Latte Coffee & Tea Starbucks UK to Raise Loyalty Rewards Thresholds from September Coffee & Tea Panera Bread Launches Autumn Menu with Pumpkin Bakery and Frozen Java New Products Bakery Coffee & Tea Fresh Produce Related news

Bardstown Bourbon Company has unveiled its 2026 Discovery and Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish whiskeys, debuting updated packaging. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Kentucky producer Bardstown Bourbon Company has announced the nationwide release of two limited-edition autumn expressions: 2026 Discovery and Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish Whiskey. Scheduled for commercial availability starting 21 August 2026, the releases mark a structural evolution in the brand's core product architecture. The annual Discovery Series transitions from numbered iterations to annual dated releases, while the Finishing Series expands its collaboration platform. Both expressions carry a suggested retail price (SRP) of US$139.99 per 750ml bottle. Expression Profiles The dual release explores distinct wood-finishing and blending methodologies, combining mature Kentucky bourbons with rare Scottish and Pacific Northwest cask finishing. The two limited-edition SKUs entering distribution include: 🪵 2026 Discovery: A blend of 7-, 10-, and 11-year-old Kentucky bourbons finished for four months in custom-made Garryana oak (Oregon White Oak) barrels. Bottled at 112.8 proof (56.4 per cent ABV), the formulation incorporates dense Pacific Northwest wood structures to introduce spice and clove notes to the mature bourbon core. 🥃 Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish Whiskey: A bespoke blend of straight bourbon and rye finished for 32 months in 59-gallon ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks sourced from Scotland's Isle of Jura. Bottled at 104 proof (52 per cent ABV), the spirit earned 99 points at the 2026 International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC). Commissioned Visual Art Packaging In tandem with the liquid formulations, Bardstown Bourbon Company has introduced bespoke label artwork created by Louisville artist Margaret Archambault. The original paintings translate the sensory characteristics, aromas, and flavour profiles of each whiskey into visual artwork featured directly on the bottles and outer secondary packaging. Dan Callaway, Master Blender at Lofted Spirits, stated that the development of both expressions stemmed from distinct operational experiments, exploring how extended cask finishing and rare wood selection alter mature bourbon bases. Retail Availability and Distribution The 2026 Discovery and Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish expressions will commence limited physical and e-commerce distribution across the United States on 21 August 2026. Offered at an SRP of US$139.99 per 750ml unit, the dual release provides spirits stockists, high-end off-premise retailers, and hospitality venues with two distinct high-tier American whiskey offerings ahead of autumn trade purchasing. New Products Bardstown Bourbon Launches 2026 Discovery and Lochs of Jura Whiskeys Dan Bunt August 18, 2026 Alcohol YOSHI Matcha Liqueur Secures National US Distribution Deal with Southern Glazer's Alcohol Sazerac Signs Agreement to Acquire UK Spirits Brand Au Vodka New Products Jameson Launches Distillers Batch Single Pot Still Whiskey in US New Products Hard Truth Distilling Launches Master Distiller Reserve Dark Roast Rye New Products Packaging Alcohol Related news

De Soi has launched Social Spritz, a line of caffeine-free, functional non-alcoholic seltzers formulated with adaptogens and nootropics for daytime consumption. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Non-alcoholic beverage brand De Soi, co-founded by musician Katy Perry and Master Distiller Morgan McLachlan, has launched Social Spritz, a line of functional non-alcoholic seltzers engineered for daytime consumption. Entering retail channels across Total Wine, select Whole Foods Market locations, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce platforms, the lineup introduces a caffeine-free, stimulant-free formulation designed to deliver clean energy, mood support, and focus without traditional energy drink jitters or alcohol. The release expands the brand's addressable footprint beyond evening aperitif occasions into daytime functional hydration, addressing shifting consumer behaviour toward low-sugar, better-for-you soft drinks. Functional Nootropic Formulation The development of Social Spritz addresses an unserved segment within the functional non-alcoholic beverage category, targeting daytime consumption occasions between morning coffee and evening wind-down drinks. Formulated by co-founder and Master Distiller Morgan McLachlan, the liquid matrix pairs adaptogenic botanicals with nootropics to support cognitive function, mood regulation, and daily energy without relying on caffeine or synthetic stimulants. Key functional ingredients and active components within the formulation include: Ginseng: Integrated to support cellular energy regulation and physical stamina. L-Theanine & L-Tyrosine: Amino acid combination included to encourage mental clarity, focus, and dopamine production. Vitamin Complex: Fortified with Vitamins B6 and B12 to assist metabolic function and mood balance. Dietary Attributes: Formulated with 25 calories and under 5g of sugar per can, carrying certified vegan, gluten-free, and clean-label credentials without artificial sweeteners. Katy Perry, Co-Founder of De Soi, stated that the development strategy focused on delivering a functional daytime option that provides gentle energy and focus without sugar crashes or caffeine trade-offs. Morgan McLachlan, Co-Founder and Master Distiller, added that Social Spritz was engineered for mid-afternoon resets and casual daytime social occasions, offering functional uplift without alcohol or caffeine disruption. Flavour Portfolio and Lineup The Social Spritz collection enters commercial distribution across three fruit and botanical SKU variations: 🍋 Lemon Elderflower: A bright citrus and floral sparkling seltzer variant. 🌺 Blackberry Hibiscus: A dark berry and botanical-infused functional seltzer. 🍑 Peach Ginger: A stone-fruit profile balancing sweet peach notes with a zesty ginger finish. Retail Distribution and Channel Expansion The launch marks a portfolio extension for De Soi, complementing its original line of non-alcoholic sparkling aperitifs formulated with lion's mane and reishi mushrooms. Key commercial distribution parameters for the launch include: Physical Retail Footprint: Immediate retail availability across Total Wine store locations nationwide and select Whole Foods Market outlets. Digital E-Commerce Channels: Direct-to-consumer order fulfilment hosted through drinkdesoi.com alongside Amazon storefronts. Future Channel Growth: Secondary physical retail expansion scheduled across additional national stockists in upcoming sales cycles. The multi-channel launch enables the brand to capture growing consumer demand for clean-label, functional energy and zero-proof seltzers across mass, natural, and digital retail environments. New Products De Soi Launches Social Spritz Functional Non Alcoholic Seltzer Dan Bunt August 19, 2026 Marketing Hershey and Mondelez Mark One Year of REESE'S OREO with New Campaign Beverage Tom Holland's BERO Launches Limited Edition Spider-Man Cans Ahead of Movie Release Soft drinks Zevia Partners with Cardi B for Real Talk Interpreter Campaign Foodservice bb.q Chicken Launches Feel Crunch Chicken and Announces K-Pop Partnership New Products Beverage People Related news

Boar's Head Brand has reintroduced its seasonal Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus alongside a portfolio-wide packaging redesign. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Boar's Head Brand has announced the return of its limited-time offering (LTO) Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus alongside a portfolio-wide packaging refresh for its Fine-Crafted Hummus Collection. Rolling out to select retail delis across the United States for the autumn trading period, the visual overhaul introduces updated tub design elements and an interactive under-the-lid storytelling experience across the entire product lineup. The rollout combines seasonal LTO menu rotation with structural packaging updates, aiming to improve on-shelf findability and drive consumer discovery in the perimeter deli section. Portfolio Redesign and Interactive Packaging The updated packaging design modernises the visual hierarchy across Boar's Head's core hummus range, establishing brand consistency across physical deli cases. Key packaging enhancements and design specifications include: Solid Gold Lids: Formatted with a uniform gold lid across all SKUs to establish a cohesive visual presence in the deli aisle. Enhanced Flavour Cues: Modernised typography and high-contrast colour coding to simplify flavour navigation for shoppers. Under-the-Lid Experience: Incorporates rotating printed content on the underside of the lid, featuring brand heritage stories, ingredient sourcing insights, and culinary tips to drive consumer engagement. Steve Alfris, Director of Product Marketing at Boar's Head Brand, stated that the packaging refresh was developed to reflect the craftsmanship behind the recipes while offering interactive brand storytelling touchpoints to support retail discovery. Clean Label Formulation The core recipe formulations across the Fine-Crafted Hummus Collection remain unchanged. The line utilises all-natural chickpeas that are gently steamed rather than boiled to maintain a smooth texture and balanced flavour profile. Manufactured without artificial colours or synthetic flavours, the plant-based portfolio is positioned for daily snacking, dips, and culinary recipe integration. 🎃 Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus: A seasonal LTO combining real pumpkin purée and warm autumn spices, formulated for fruit pairings, graham crackers, and baking applications. Retail Distribution across Deli Channels Boar's Head Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus and the refreshed packaging architecture have commenced commercial distribution across select grocery delis and supermarket networks nationwide. The dual rollout provides retail deli buyers and merchandising teams with updated packaging and a high-velocity seasonal LTO to stimulate basket additions throughout the autumn trading window. New Products Boar's Head Relaunches Pumpkin Pie Hummus Eddie Sanders August 18, 2026 New Products Smoothie King Launches First GLP-1 Friendly Pumpkin Smoothie New Products Paris Baguette Launches Autumn Menu with Caramel Apple and Pumpkin Range Coffee & Tea Philz Coffee Launches Autumn Menu with Apple and Pecan Cold Brews New Products SONIC Launches Hotumn Beverage Lineup Food New Products Related news

Good Peels has launched a non-carbonated spiked apple refresher with 5% ABV and 10% real juice, targeting summer drinking occasions. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Good Peels has introduced a premium spiked apple refresher, aiming to challenge the traditional seasonal association between apple-flavoured alcoholic beverages and autumn trading. Positioned for warm-weather consumption, the release enters the competitive US RTD sector with a crisp, non-carbonated liquid profile engineered as an alternative to standard sparkling or cider options during summer social occasions. Product Formulation and Nutrition The formulation combines real fruit juice with a low-sugar profile, sweetener alternatives, and an uncarbonated base to offer a smooth mouthfeel. Key technical specifications and ingredient attributes of the release include: 🍎 Real Juice Content: Formulated with 10 per cent real apple juice to deliver authentic fruit flavour. 🍺 Alcohol by Volume: Delivers a 5 per cent ABV profile suited for sessionable drinking occasions. 🚫 Non-Carbonated Base: Manufactured without carbonation or bubbles to offer a still refresher format. 🌱 No Added Sugar: Sweetened using sucralose to eliminate added sugars while maintaining sweetness. 📊 Nutritional Parameters: Contains 120 calories and 7g of carbohydrates per 12 fl oz serving. Product Availability Good Peels is deploying a phased regional commercial strategy, concentrating initial retail availability across key East Coast metropolitan areas and states. Key distribution parameters for the launch include: Initial Retail Footprint: Rollout spanning Albany, Boston, Buffalo/Rochester, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Syracuse, and Vermont. Targeted Growth Pipeline: Secondary expansion planned across wider East Coast operating territories and into the Pacific Northwest. Packaging Formats: Distributed in 12 fl oz cans across six-pack configurations at a suggested retail price (SRP) of US$9.99 and 12-pack cartons at an SRP of US$17.99. The initial distribution setup provides retail stockists and beverage distributors with a distinct fruit-forward entry in the flavoured alcoholic beverage aisle ahead of wider regional expansions. New Products Good Peels Enters RTD Category with Spiked Apple Refresher Jacob Deraille August 16, 2026 New Products Boba POPS Debuts Pop and Go RTD Boba Cocktail Range Coffee & Tea Wandering Bear Launches Organic Cold Brew and High-Protein Lattes at Target New Products Upstate Elevator Launches First Dual Kanna and Kava Beverage Line New Products BeatBox Launches Limited-Edition Xtreme Sour Black Cherry Alcohol Beverage New Products Related news

Pilgrim's Europe has agreed to acquire Leicester-based Walkers Deli & Sausage Company from Samworth Brothers. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Pilgrim's Europe has announced plans to acquire Walkers Deli & Sausage Company from chilled food manufacturer Samworth Brothers, strengthening its position across the UK premium pork and value-added meat sectors. The proposed transaction remains subject to customary regulatory approvals, including clearance from the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), as well as a formal employee consultation process. Financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed. Based in Leicester, Walkers Deli & Sausage Company dates back to 1824 and employs approximately 1,150 people. The manufacturer produces a range of value-added pork products, including premium sausages, sliced cooked meats, cooked bacon, snacking items, and pâté, supplying private-label ranges to major UK food retailers. The acquisition is structured to build upon an established commercial supply relationship between Pilgrim's Europe and Walkers Deli & Sausage, reinforcing Pilgrim's integrated pork supply chain across the United Kingdom. Ivan Siqueira, President of Pilgrim's Europe, stated that bringing Walkers Deli & Sausage into the group will strengthen the business's integrated supply chain, expand its footprint in high-growth premium pork categories, and enhance service capabilities for retail customers across the UK. Siqueira highlighted the target company's skilled workforce, operational heritage, and product innovation standards as key strategic fits for the enterprise. Realignment for Samworth Brothers For Samworth Brothers, the divestment forms part of a broader corporate reorganisation to concentrate capital and operational resources on its primary food divisions. The sale allows Samworth Brothers to focus investment across its core food-to-go, savoury pastry, prepared meals, and branded business units. Simon Wookey, Chief Executive Officer of Samworth Brothers, noted that the increasing specialisation and vertical integration across the protein processing sector makes Pilgrim's Europe a suitable long-term owner for Walkers Deli & Sausage, providing the operational scale and dedicated supply chain infrastructure required to support the business's next growth phase. Following transaction completion, both companies confirmed they will prioritise supporting affected personnel throughout the organisational transition while maintaining store-level customer service and product quality standards across existing supply contracts. Business & Finance Pilgrim's Europe to Acquire Walkers Deli and Sausage from Samworth Brothers Eddie Sanders August 18, 2026 Business & Finance GrubMarket Enters UK Market with Acquisition of JR Holland Alcohol Sazerac Signs Agreement to Acquire UK Spirits Brand Au Vodka Business & Finance Ferrero Acquires Clean Label Granola Brand Purely Elizabeth Dairy Saputo Agrees £988M Sale of UK Dairy Division to Lactalis Business & Finance Meat & Seafood Food Related news

Potts Partnership has expanded into the sweet category with the launch of two fruit coulis variants across Morrisons stores. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Potts Partnership has expanded into the sweet condiments category with the nationwide launch of a two-SKU fruit coulis range across Morrisons supermarket stores. Best known for its savoury chef-prepped cooking sauces, gravies, and canned stocks, the brand's move into sweet toppings addresses shifting consumer purchasing habits toward affordable luxury options that elevate everyday meals and home dining occasions. The entry into sweet condiments represents a portfolio expansion for the Wiltshire-based enterprise. By introducing fruit toppings engineered to upgrade routine breakfast items, desserts, and drinks, the business aims to capture multi-occasion usage across dayparts. The product line is positioned to complement everyday staples such as yoghurts, porridge, smoothies, and pastries, while serving as a topping for ice cream, puddings, and cocktail preparations. Product Formulation and Flavours The range debuts with two clean-label fruit formulations, combining high fruit content with citrus and botanical infusions to deliver a sweet-and-tart taste profile: 🍓 Raspberry Coulis with Orange Zest: Formulated with a 38% raspberry and raspberry coulis base, blended with orange zest for a tangy fruit profile. 🥭 Mango Coulis with Lime Leaf: Formulated with 43% mango purée, infused with lime leaf notes to balance sweetness with citrus aromatics. Retail Distribution and Pricing The fruit coulis line has commenced commercial distribution across Morrisons' nationwide store footprint, strengthening the brand's presence beyond the ambient savoury aisle into sweet larder options. Offered in 240ml glass bottles, the range carries a recommended retail price (RRP) of £2.99 per unit. New Products Potts Partnership Expands into Sweet Category with Coulis Launch Jacob Deraille August 18, 2026 New Products Summit Hill Foods Launches Better Than Bouillon Global Flavour Bases New Products Nutiva Expands Condiments Lineup with Organic Sauces at Sprouts Sauces Kraft Heinz Launches Customisable Love Lid Ketchup Packaging Innovation Foodservice Taco Bueno and Mike's Hot Honey Debut Co-Branded Fried Chicken Taco Food Sauces New Products Related news

Premium preserve producer Bonne Maman has expanded its US baking portfolio with the launch of its Peach Pie Filling across mass and speciality grocers. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Bonne Maman has expanded its baking portfolio with the nationwide launch of its Peach Pie Filling across US mass and speciality grocers. Offered in 21.1 oz (approximately 600g) glass jars at a suggested retail price of US$9.99, the product enters retail baking aisles as a permanent addition to the brand's ready-to-bake pie filling collection. The product introduction builds upon the enterprise's strategy to translate its premium preserve brand equity into adjacent ambient baking categories, following the initial rollout of its seasonal Pumpkin Pie Filling. Premium Clean Label Baking Expansion The development of the Peach Pie Filling reflects ongoing consumer demand for clean-label ambient baking ingredients that deliver scratch-style quality with convenience. Formulated with large, visible pieces of fruit, the product is packaged in ready-to-bake formats designed for home pies, cobblers, and multi-category dessert applications. In line with the brand's established formulation parameters, the product contains no high-fructose corn syrup, preservatives, synthetic additives, or artificial colours. Full Pie Filling Lineup The introduction of the peach variety expands Bonne Maman's pie filling platform to five distinct product offerings packaged in standard 21.1 oz glass jars: 🍑 Peach: The newest year-round addition, formulated with large stone-fruit pieces for pies and cobblers. 🍎 Apple: A classic orchard fruit filling formulated for traditional pie and tart applications. 🫐 Blueberry: A berry-forward pie filling designed for baked goods, pastries, and toppings. 🍒 Cherry: A whole-fruit cherry filling engineered for home baking and dessert assembly. 🎃 Pumpkin: A seasonal autumn formulation developed for holiday pie baking occasions. Retail Distribution and Packaging The full five-SKU pie filling range is packaged in Bonne Maman's signature glass jars, supporting visual product transparency and on-shelf brand recognition within the baking aisle. Bonne Maman Peach Pie Filling has commenced commercial distribution across select mass and speciality grocery stockists throughout the United States, carrying a suggested retail price of US$9.99 per 21.1 oz jar. New Products Bonne Maman Expands Premium Pie Filling Portfolio with New Peach Flavour Jacob Deraille August 17, 2026 Business & Finance Jif Unveils First Major Brand Refresh in Over 30 Years New Products Bush's Launches Limited Edition Beans on Toast Kit in US New Products Luray Peanut Company Partners with Texas Pete to Launch Flavoured Boiled Peanuts New Products Riviana Foods Expands Minute Rice Portfolio with Two New Cup Varieties Food New Products Related news

SONIC Drive-In is launching its Hotumn beverage lineup across US locations on 24 August, combining autumn flavours with chilled fountain bases. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom SONIC Drive-In has announced the nationwide rollout of its limited-time "Hotumn" beverage platform across participating US locations and its mobile application. Scheduled for commercial availability starting 24 August 2026, the seasonal lineup introduces four chilled, autumn-inspired fountain drinks and sweet teas. The release is engineered to bridge the late-summer trading period when consumer interest in autumn flavour profiles rises while ambient temperatures remain high across key US regional markets. Seasonal Flavour Lineup and Formulations The Hotumn menu platform translates classic autumn pie and orchard fruit profiles into chilled carbonated soft drinks and iced teas, building upon the brand's established presence in customisable beverages and the "dirty soda" category. The four limited-time SKU options entering distribution include: 🍒 Cherry Pie made with Coke: A carbonated beverage blending Coca-Cola with cherry flavouring, vanilla, and sweet cream, finished with a cherry topping. 🫐 Blueberry Pie made with Dr Pepper: A sweet cream-infused drink pairing Dr Pepper with blueberry purée and vanilla flavouring. 🍇 Harvest Berry made with Sprite: A fruit-forward carbonated beverage combining Sprite with cranberry flavouring, wildberry purée, and vanilla. 🍑 Cranberry Orchard Sweet Tea: A chilled beverage blending freshly brewed sweet iced tea with cranberry flavouring and peach purée. Seasonal Menu Campaign The product development strategy leverages consumer purchasing behaviour during the late-August transition window, where traditional hot autumn beverages face temperature barriers in warmer geographical regions. Ryan Dickerson, Chief Marketing Officer at SONIC, stated that the release provides an alternative to traditional hot autumn drinks by applying seasonal flavour profiles to ice-cold, customisable fountain formats. To support consumer engagement across digital channels, SONIC has partnered with social media influencer Caitlin Covington. The promotional campaign features Covington in digital social media content recreating recognisable autumn imagery while highlighting the chilled beverage range. Availability and Distribution The limited-time Hotumn drink collection will commence physical and digital availability across participating US SONIC drive-thru locations on 24 August 2026. Order-ahead functionality and promotional visibility will be integrated directly into a dedicated "Hotumn Drinks" section within the proprietary SONIC mobile application, supporting store-level transaction velocity and app-based loyalty engagement throughout the late-summer trading period. New Products SONIC Launches Hotumn Beverage Lineup Jacob Deraille August 18, 2026 New Products HI-CHEW Enters Beverage Market with FiiZ Dirty Soda Collaboration Beverage Freddy’s Expands Drink Portfolio with New Custard Cream Soda Lineup New Products McDonald’s Canada Launches New Popping Pearls and Cold Foam Cold Drinks New Products Slice Soda Launches Ready-to-Drink Functional Dirty Soda Soft drinks Beverage Foodservice New Products Related news

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has introduced a value-focused autumn menu platform, launching Crispy Homestyle Chicken. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom US restaurant and retail chain Cracker Barrel Old Country Store has rolled out a seasonal autumn menu platform across participating nationwide locations, introducing a series of value-focused Crispy Homestyle Chicken deals starting at US$9.99. Running from 18 August through 18 October 2026, the short-run limited-time offering (LTO) couples value-tier menu engineering with seasonal daypart expansions and family-focused promotions to drive guest footfall and transaction frequency during the back-to-school trading window. Menu and Chicken Lineup The promotional push centres on expanding the brand's core poultry architecture, introducing customisation tiers spanning loaded and sauced variations alongside entry-level price positioning. The new Crispy Homestyle Chicken platform features four distinct menu additions: 🍁 Maple Bacon Homestyle Chicken: Crispy Homestyle Chicken topped with melted Colby cheese, crispy bacon, sweet maple glaze, and a cool ranch drizzle. 🧅 BBQ Smokestack Homestyle Chicken: Crispy Homestyle Chicken stacked with crispy bacon, fried onions, melted Colby cheese, and sweet barbecue sauce. 🌶️ Nashville Hot Homestyle Chicken: A spicy variation featuring Cracker Barrel's signature Nashville Hot seasoning. 🍯 Honey Butter Homestyle Chicken: Crispy Homestyle Chicken drizzled with sweet honey butter for a sweet-and-savoury profile. Each chicken entry is offered as an entrée served with two Country Sides and a choice of buttermilk biscuits or corn muffins, or formatted as a sandwich served on a toasted buttermilk bun with Duke's Real Mayonnaise, pickles, and one Country Side. Breakfast Innovations and Seasonal Desserts To support morning daypart traffic and multi-occasion dining, Cracker Barrel is expanding its breakfast cabinet with apple-and-caramel-infused LTOs served alongside eggs and breakfast meats: 🥞 Sweet Cream Caramel Apple Pancakes: Pancakes topped with warm fried cinnamon apples, rich caramel drizzle, and sweet vanilla cream sauce. 🍞 Sweet Cream Caramel Apple French Toast: French toast topped with fried cinnamon apples, caramel drizzle, and sweet vanilla cream sauce. The seasonal platform also incorporates beverage and dessert line extensions: 🍰 Apple Cobbler Cheesecake: A new seasonal dessert combining classic apple cobbler flavour profiles with cheesecake. 🥕 Carrot Cake: A returning guest-favourite layered dessert SKU. 🍏 Granny Smith Apple Beverages: Returning Granny Smith Apple Tea and Granny Smith Apple Mimosa, alongside the new Sweet Honey Latte. Sarah Moore, Chief Marketing Officer at Cracker Barrel, stated that the seasonal campaign was developed to simplify mealtime decision-making for family households facing busy autumn schedules, pairing accessible price points with familiar comfort food profiles. The multi-category seasonal platform will operate across participating Cracker Barrel locations nationwide through 18 October 2026. Foodservice Cracker Barrel Launches Fall Menu Lineup Jacob Deraille August 17, 2026 Foodservice Taco Bell and Tajin Debut Co-Branded Menu Beverage Miracle Cocktails Inc Launches The Haunting Halloween Pop-Up Platform Foodservice Pepsico and KFC Launch KFC x Doritos Loaded in Europe Foodservice Wingstop Relaunches Carolina Gold and Jamaican Jerk for Flavour Rodeo Campaign Foodservice New Products Related news

Roskam Foods is centralising its cereal and granola manufacturing at its Grand Rapids, Michigan campus, resulting in the closure of its San Dimas facility. comments debug Exchange Write a comment Write a comment Share Your Thoughts Be the first to write a comment. The Newsroom Roskam Foods has announced plans to centralise its cereal and granola manufacturing operations at its primary campus in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The consolidation is anticipated to be completed by 1 October 2026. The operational shift forms part of a broader network optimisation strategy aimed at streamlining processing lines, improving supply chain logistics, and leveraging recent capital investments across its core cereal and grain categories. As part of the manufacturing consolidation, Roskam Foods will cease operations at its processing facility in San Dimas, California. The San Dimas plant entered Roskam's manufacturing network following the company's acquisition of Organic Milling in 2023. All production schedules and volume capabilities are being transferred to the Grand Rapids campus. Roskam confirmed that customer notifications have been completed directly and that the transition will cause no interruption to customer service, order fulfilment, or product supply. Andre LeBron, Chief Executive Officer of Roskam Foods, stated that centralising cereal and granola manufacturing in Grand Rapids represents a long-term investment in the category, positioning the business to deliver higher operational efficiency and faster innovation cycles for its brand partners. Sourcing and Automation Infrastructure According to the enterprise, the Grand Rapids facility was selected as the central hub due to its geographic advantages for raw ingredient sourcing, advanced automation capabilities, and established production infrastructure across the US Midwest. Consolidating manufacturing into a single, purpose-built location is designed to enhance quality control, accelerate speed-to-market, and fully utilise new capital expenditure directed into cereal and granola processing lines. Zach Malin, Chief Commercial Officer at Roskam Foods, noted that centralising production provides the operational scale and agility required to build capacity and innovate alongside expanding customer demand. Workforce Transition To manage the facility closure in California, Roskam Foods has completed all required statutory and regulatory filings, including Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act notices. The company confirmed it is providing support for affected employees at the San Dimas site, including collaborating with regional employers to assist workers in identifying new employment opportunities. Manufacturing Roskam Foods Centralises Cereal and Granola Output in Michigan Eddie Sanders August 18, 2026 Food Nestlé Cereals Launches Shreddies Peanut Butter and Shredded Wheat Functional Line Flavours & Colours WK Kellogg Co Eliminates Artificial Colours From Cereals by End of 2026 New Products General Mills and The Jim Henson Company Partner for Monsters Cereals Anniversary New Products Fazer Alku Launches Market-First Sugar-Free Oat Cereal and Expanded Porridge Range Manufacturing Business & Finance Facilities Food Related news