New technology helps retailers focus on freshness and maintain the power of their brands. It wasn’t long ago that convenience stores were stuffed with nothing but pre-packaged foods with a long shelf life. That’s not the case today, as consumers have dictated what matters most: convenient products with freshness and quality. That, after all, is…

Cereal ain’t just for breakfast anymore. A new concept called Cereality caters to all customers and all dayparts by recreating a cherished childhood experience. Starbucks may soon have competition for consumers’ "third place," after home and the office. Near the University of Pennsylvania campus in downtown Philadelphia stands the Cereality Cereal Bar & Caf, an…

Impact Confections Impact Confections Inc. introduces Warheads Super Sour Spray with Lollipop. The top-selling Warheads Super Sour Spray now comes with a sweet lollipop. Spray the lollipop for a sweet and sour sensation, or enjoy them separately. Compact and convenient design will appeal to kids of all ages. Warheads Super Sour Spray with Lollipop comes…

Ruiz Foods Ruiz Foods introduces El Monterey Grilled Quesadillas, a popular Mexican sandwich perfect for snacks, appetizers or accompanied by fruit, salad, rice or beans for a complete meal. Each 3-oz. El Monterey Quesadilla is microwaveable in less than two minutes and was specifically developed in response to the continued demand for convenient, quality and…

Wild Waters Wild Waters introduces its vitamin-powered water to the c-store market. The product is the first fortified, bottled water formulated and packaged especially for children. Considering the increase of bottled water trends and the decline of juice drinks, children’s bottled water is an emerging segment with big potential. The water is available in kid-friendly…

Spitz Sunflower Inc. Spitz Sunflower Seeds has launched two great new sunflower seed flavors-Chili-Lime and Smoky BBQ. Both are available in 6-oz and 8-oz sizes. Smoky BBQ is also be available in the new 2.25-oz Lil’ Grab size, along with Salted and Dill flavors. Spitz has also introduced their new 2.25-oz pumpkin seeds, available in…

Windsor Foods Windsor Foods takes convenience foods to a new level with the introduction of EZ Eats Craveable Microwaveable Snacks. The cups are designed with a recloseable self-venting lid and are 100% microwaveable. These grab-and-go portable cups fit perfectly into any car or truck’s cup holder for easy snacking. Available in three craveable flavors: Beef…

Bake’n Joy Foods is expanding its line of PanFree Fresh Bakes with new Predeposited Cupcake Batters in yellow and chocolate 3-ounce cupcakes. The batters are deposited into decorative paper liners, so no muffin pans are needed; the paper pans are placed in plastic trays, 9 per layer, for easy handling and packed 36 to a…

J&J Snack Foods Superpretzel Soft Pretzels, the No. 1 name in the frozen pretzel category, are available in bites, rods and nuggets. Add these delicious and nutritious items to your menu as a healthier alternative to deep fried foods. Serve these bite-sized favorites with mustard, melted cheese, salsa or garden vegetable dip. J&J Snack Foods888-JJSNACKwww.jjsnackfoodservice.com

  PowerBar announced it has expanded its women’s nutrition product line with PowerBar Pria Grain Essentials. Made with 70% organic ingredients, a half daily serving of whole grains per bar and specific nutrition for women, the Pria Grain Essentials bars offer women a great-tasting, nutritious snack to help curb hunger and keep them naturally satisfied…