An idea is one thing. A viable product that sells is another. As a leader in the creation of new flavor profiles and menu items, Ruiz Foods’ extensive research and development staff knows how to turn the best ideas into commercial successes. A team of 13 food technologists with a combined 200-plus years of experience […]
New Products
Foodservice Ethnic Bronze Award: Opaa! Premade Beef & Lamb Gyros Sandwich Tray by Grecian Delight Kronos
Customers can enjoy authentic, restaurant-quality Greek Gyros right from the freezer. Everything that’s needed is in one convenient package from Grecian Delight. The complete sandwich includes beef and lamb gyros slices, pita bread and a Greek-yogurt tzatziki sauce packet. It is microwavable and ready in minutes. Twelve sandwiches come in a in display-ready tray easy […]
Foodservice Equipment Gold Award: OrderHQ Smart Food Lockers, powered by ApexIQ Software by Welbilt, Inc.
Customers love order pickup lockers, because they get what they want in seconds, with no confusion, no contact and no worries. And convenience store retailers get a solution powered by easy-to-use technology that provides more flexibility than anyone else. Fast, contactless order pickup lockers allow customers to pick up orders in less than 10 seconds. […]
Foodservice Equipment Silver Award: A400 Fresh Brew by Franke Coffee Systems – Americas
The A400 Fresh Brew is the latest innovation in hot coffee from Franke Coffee Systems – Americas. This new system allows for consistent, bean-to-cup, fresh coffee every time. The machine has a small footprint of just under 13.5 inches wide that is perfect for c-stores where counter space is limited. This fully automatic machine walks […]
Foodservice Equipment Bronze Award: BOHA! BYO (Build Your Own) Labeling by TransAct Technologies
For decades TransAct Technologies has pioneered solutions that help restaurants, convenience stores and contract foodservice companies ensure operational efficiency, accountability and both food and customer safety. With more convenience stores moving to include fresh food offerings, the BOHA! team developed a new way to quickly build FDA-compliant fresh food labels for custom products. The solution […]
Reese’s Cups With Reese’s Puffs Cereal
The new Reese’s Stuffed with Reese’s Puffs Cup is an even more chocolatey and peanut butter version of the classic chocolate and peanut butter snack. The mashup of Reese’s and Reese’s will create a Reese’s experience (and explosion of chocolate and peanut butter) unlike ever before. Fans can grab the new Reese’s Big Cups Stuffed with Reese’s […]
Pumpkin Latte Bundt Cake
Café Valley expanded its line of 16-ounce Decadent Swirled Bundt Cakes with more flavor varieties including Pumpkin Latte. The flavor was available nationwide beginning in September. A great dessert for a potluck, the Pumpkin Latte Swirl Bundt Cake includes pumpkin spice espresso and milk latte batters with a toffee mocha glaze and caramel accent icing. […]
Foodservice Gold Award: Tyson Hot ‘N Spicy Chicken & Waffles Sandwich by Tyson Foods
The chicken sandwich wars show no signs of slowing down. Tyson chicken sandwiches feature the destination-worthy quality customers crave with on-the-go ease they need. Each sandwich is butcher-wrapped for serving ease, added safety and greater peace of mind. This sandwich has a 14-day shelf life and a four-hour hold time. Tyson is the No. 1 […]
Foodservice Silver Award: Extra Creamy Cheddar Mac & Cheese by Chester’s Chicken
Chester’s extra creamy cheddar Mac & Cheese is one of five sides customers can choose when ordering its world-famous fresh, fried chicken. The new and improved Mac & Cheese recipe uses extra creamy cheddar cheese and cavatappi (corkscrew) noodles to create a taste that reminds customers of home. The corkscrew noodles make a perfect vehicle […]
Foodservice Bronze Award: Pretzel Bun by Gonnella
Gonnella Pretzel Buns are made using a time-proven process for authentic Bavarian texture and flavor. This helps create the deep brown, chewy crust and classic German soft pretzel flavor that everyone loves. Retailers can surprise and delight their guests with a unique sandwich build that can fit all dayparts. Its Pretzel bun pairs well with […]
Foodservice Bronze Award: Garlic Parmesan Chicken RollerBites by Home Market Foods
Chicken RollerBites team up tender, juicy chicken with spices for one epic-flavored grab-and go snack for on-the-go customers. Now Home Market Foods has launched Garlic Parmesan Chicken RollerBites, which combine serious bold flavor with traditional Italian seasonings, zesty garlic and parmesan cheese and 100% white-meat chicken wrapped in a light, flavorful breading. For more than […]