Master Baker Peter Reinhart Shares The Secret To Great Whole Grain Pizza Dough

Why aren't there more whole grain pizzas on the market? While many of the large national delivery chains are still holding out, recently multiple pizzerias are leading by example.

FDA Finalizes Menu & Vending Machine Calorie Labeling Rules

November 26, 2014 FDA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration finalized two rules requiring that calorie information be listed on menus and menu boards in chain restaurants, similar retail food establishments and vending machines with 20 or more locations to provide consumers with more nutritional information about the foods they eat outside of the home. The rules are required by the 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

International Conference Development Acquires FirstSource Events, Announces FirstSource: Foodservice Seafood Dates

Bill Doherty, President of International Conference Development, LLC (ICD), said, “FirstSource is a truly an outstanding group of events that are highly-acclaimed and trusted in the industries they serve. The company has earned a reputation for successfully connecting buyers and sellers with a 100% satisfaction rating from participants to date. Our team looks forward to growing these events to the next level. I am excited about the opportunities that will result from this acquisition.”

Mary Coppola Joins United Fresh As Senior Director, Marketing Communications

United Fresh Produce Association welcomes Mary Coppola as Senior Director, Marketing Communications. Coppola will lead the association’s member communications and marketing functions, filling the position formerly held by Ray Gilmer.

Baloian Farms Launches New Website

November 26, 2014 Baloian Farms

Baloian Farms has spent the last 18 months focused on a mission to grow the company and solidify their position as a category leader in pepper production.  The recent launch of their new website is another step toward their total brand positioning that has included the launch of several new products.