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December 14, 2012
Baristas launches new ice cream line

Baristas Coffee has launched a new line of coffee-flavored ice creams, the company said Friday.

SEATTLE — Baristas Coffee has launched a new line of coffee-flavored ice creams, the company said Friday.

Baristas, based in Seattle, announced the introduction of Baristas Coffee Creations, which includes flavors like Caramel Cappuccino and Coconut Cafe Latte. Caramel Cappuccino is a caramel-swirled ice cream with dark chocolate, while Coconut Cafe Latte is a coconut-swirled ice cream, also with dark chocolate.

August 17, 2012
ReportersNotebook — Consumables, 8/27/12

The maker of Splenda has introduced a new zero-calorie sweetener. McNeil Nutritionals said Nectresse, made from monk fruit extract, is 100% natural.

SUPPLIER NEWS — The maker of Splenda has introduced a new zero-calorie sweetener. McNeil Nutritionals said Nectresse, made from monk fruit extract, is 100% natural. As part of the product launch, the brand has tapped journalist Lisa Ling to serve as its spokeswoman. Nectresse sweetener is available in both single-serve packets (40 servings) and canisters (140 servings) for suggested retail prices of $3.99 and $6.99, respectively.


February 28, 2012
Freschetta adds sea salt, olive oil to sauce used in frozen pizzas

A frozen pizza brand has reformulated the sauce used in its Brick Oven pizza varieties.

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — A frozen pizza brand has reformulated the sauce used in its Brick Oven pizza varieties.

Freschetta said the sauce used on its pizzas now feature sea salt and olive oil. In the brand's Brick Oven line, the five Italian cheese, pepperoni and Italian style cheese, zesty Italian style supreme, spinach and mushroom, and three meat medley varieties now feature sea salt and olive oil. The sea salt and olive oil sauce will be incorporated into the Naturally Rising line of Freschetta pizzas later this year, the company noted.

January 24, 2012
Kashi introduces four-cheese pizza

Kashi has added a new member to its line of frozen pizza.

LA JOLLA, Calif. — Kashi has added a new member to its line of frozen pizza.

Kashi's new four cheese pizza combines provolone, mozzarella, white cheddar and fontina cheeses a vegetable sauce made from a combination of real tomatoes, onion, garlic and carrot juice concentrate and a crust made of Kashi 7 Whole Grains & Sesame with flax seed.

Kashi four cheese pizza now is available in the frozen aisle of grocers and natural food retailers nationwide for a suggested retail price of $5.99.

November 18, 2011
Report: Robofusion makes ice cream treats to customers' specifications

A new machine from a company based in Wando, S.C., gives retailers a new way to sell ice cream, according to published reports.

NEW YORK — A new machine from a company based in Wando, S.C., gives retailers a new way to sell ice cream, according to published reports.

RetailWire reported that Robofusion, founded by Allan Jones, had developed an eponymous robot that allows customers to create their own ice cream desserts.

According to the company's website, customers walk up to the machine, choose 1-of-4 "Robot Characters" that program the robot movements and effects and then design a five-layer ice cream and candy treat.

September 28, 2011
Perry's Ice Cream relaunches Buffalo Bills Brownie Blitz

Perry's Ice Cream has relaunched an ice cream flavor that commemorates a National Football League team.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Perry's Ice Cream has relaunched an ice cream flavor that commemorates a National Football League team.

The Buffalo Bills Brownie Blitz ice cream, which is the official ice cream of the NFL team Buffalo Bills, originally was introduced in 2008. This year, the ice cream is getting a makeover to reflect the Bills new helmet design. The Buffalo Bills Brownie Blitz features premium French vanilla ice cream with laces of fudge and brownie pieces, Perry's Ice Cream said.

July 14, 2011
Rite Aid sweetens private-label ice cream line with new flavors

Rite Aid is launching new flavors of its private label Thrifty Ice Cream in California stores, the retail pharmacy chain said Wednesday.

CAMP HILL, Pa. — Rite Aid is launching new flavors of its private-label Thrifty Ice Cream in California stores, the retail pharmacy chain said Wednesday.

The launch comes ahead of National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, which President Ronald Reagan launched in 1984.

July 5, 2011
Gluten-free goodness

Available now for the food service industry — but coming soon to a major retailer — is Kozy Shack’s new Coffeehouse Blends pudding. The gluten-free treat comes in three flavors: caffe latte, cappuccino and caramel macchiato.


HICKSVILLE, N.Y. — Available now for the food service industry — but coming soon to a major retailer — is Kozy Shack’s new Coffeehouse Blends pudding. The gluten-free treat comes in three flavors: caffe latte, cappuccino and caramel macchiato.


June 26, 2011
Kozy Shack makes its way to retail with Coffeehouse Blends, SmartGels

Available now for the food service industry — but coming soon to a major retailer — is Kozy Shack's new Coffeehouse Blends pudding. The gluten-free treat comes in three flavors: caffe latte, cappuccino and caramel macchiato.

BOSTON—DSN editor Rob Eder, suffering through week four on the Caveman Diet, almost threw in the towel when confronted with Kozy Shack’s newest temptations. Available now for the food service industry — but coming soon to a MAJOR retailer near, well, everybody — is Kozy Shack’s new Coffeehouse Blends pudding. The gluten-free treat comes in three flavors: caffe latte, cappuccino and caramel macchiato.

May 19, 2011
Steve's Ice Cream finds delicious home with Taza Chocolate

Steve's Ice Cream is taking its flavors to a new level.

NEW YORK — Steve's Ice Cream is taking its flavors to a new level.

The brand, which originated in Sommerville, Mass., has made its way back home and has partnered with Taza Chocolate, an artisan stone-ground chocolate maker, to create some decadent pairings, including ice cream flavors and hot fudge, all made with Taza's chocolate.

The ice cream brand discussed its "return home" and new parternship on its blog, which can be read here.

March 8, 2011
Freschetta introduces gourmet, single-slice pizza lines

Freschetta has introduced two products to its lineup of frozen pizza: Freschetta Simply...Inspired Pizzas and Freschetta By The Slice.

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — Freschetta has introduced two products to its lineup of frozen pizza: Freschetta Simply...Inspired Pizzas and Freschetta By The Slice. 

November 7, 2010
Pasta sauce brand gets approval from two health magazines

La Famiglia DelGrosso pasta sauce has gained recognition from Men's Health and Women's Health magazines....

TIPTON, Pa. La Famiglia DelGrosso pasta sauce has gained recognition from Men's Health and Women's Health magazines.

September 14, 2010
Mangia! Introducing Romano’s Macaroni Grill frozen entrees

Dining in is getting delicious with new Romano’s Macaroni Grill frozen entrees from General Mills....

MINNEAPOLIS Dining in is getting delicious with new Romano’s Macaroni Grill frozen entrees from General Mills.

Made with 100% natural ingredients, Romano’s Macaroni Grill frozen entrees are available in four restaurant-inspired varieties: