The Bay Area’s beloved Dipped dessert shop is set to make a significant expansion into Sacramento with its first location at Arden Fair Mall opening in Spring 2025. Taking over a 1,200 square-foot space at 1689 Arden Way, this marks an important milestone in the company’s growth beyond its San Francisco roots. Known for its […]

Luxury chocolatier Vosges Haut-Chocolat has unveiled its much-anticipated Flora Collection, blending the sensory worlds of chocolate and botanicals into a captivating tasting experience. This innovative collection features five artisanal chocolate bars and three truffle varieties, each showcasing unique floral and botanical ingredients sourced from diverse regions across the globe. Launching April 1, 2023, the collection […]

Arla Foods Ingredients and Valley Queen Cheese Factory have announced a strategic partnership that promises to reshape the protein-enriched dairy landscape in the United States. The newly signed contract manufacturing agreement will facilitate the production of Arla’s innovative Nutrilac® ProteinBoost range at Valley Queen’s Milbank, South Dakota facility, with operations scheduled to commence in winter […]

Lotus Bakeries has made a strategic move to expand its frozen dessert footprint by integrating ice cream into its licensing agreement with Mondelēz International, partnering with ice cream manufacturing giant Froneri. Announced on March 12, 2025, this collaboration aims to accelerate the growth of the beloved Lotus Biscoff brand in the premium ice cream segment, […]

Shearer’s Foods, LLC has initiated a significant recall of nearly 16,000 cases of oyster crackers due to potential contamination with stainless steel wire fragments. The recall, which began on February 21, 2025, affects products distributed across 24 states and multiple major retailers including Walmart, Target, and Giant Eagle. Several popular brands are included in this […]

At just seven years old, Alina Morse identified a gap in the confectionery market that adults had overlooked for decades: the need for delicious candy that doesn’t harm children’s teeth. Now recognized on Inc. Magazine’s prestigious Female Founders 200 list, the teenage entrepreneur has transformed her childhood idea into Zolli Candy, a multimillion-dollar company offering […]

The food manufacturing industry faces unprecedented challenges, with 25% of its workforce expected to retire by 2030 and job vacancy rates hovering around 10%. Supply chain vulnerabilities exposed during the pandemic have forced manufacturers to reassess their operational strategies and invest in more resilient systems. Modern food manufacturing excellence requires balancing traditional knowledge with technological […]

In a move that’s left ice cream lovers frantically checking their freezers, Aldi confirmed the discontinuation of their Belmont Ice Cream Sandwiches via Twitter on April 29, 2024. The beloved frozen treat, which had been available for just over a year, featured classic vanilla ice cream nestled between chocolate wafers and was priced at an […]

Buc-ee’s isn’t just a gas station – it’s a travel destination in its own right, famous for clean bathrooms and tasty treats. The beaver-mascotted chain has expanded beyond Texas, bringing its unique dessert offerings to locations across the South. From iconic Beaver Nuggets to freshly-made pastries, Buc-ee’s satisfies road-trip cravings with options you won’t find […]

Utz Quality Foods is shaking up the snack aisle with an exciting flavor crossover set to hit shelves in March 2025. The renowned Pennsylvania snack maker is bringing its popular Sour Cream & Onion flavor profile from its bestselling potato chips to its Mixed Minis® Pretzel line. These bite-sized pretzels will feature the perfect balance […]