Illinois Lawmaker Says He'll Bring Back Trans-Fat Ban

An Illinois lawmaker who sponsored failed legislation to ban artificial trans fats from restaurants said he'll try again with a version excluding baked goods such as doughnuts.

Ticklebelly Desserts Tickling Bellies With 26 New Petite Bites

June 8, 2011 Ticklebelly Desserts

Tickling bellies and setting trends across the country, Ticklebelly Desserts tempted dessert lovers at the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association Show with 26 new petite bites including various flavors of Brownie Pops, Cheesecake Pops, Cake Balls and Molten Lava Cakes and Molten Lava Cheesecakes. Always the leader in dessert innovation, the 26 new Ticklebelly creations join a bakery full of trendsetting desserts from the Denver-based company and will be available in grocery stores and wholesale clubs this summer.

Pregel America Reveals Novelties Campaign: "American-Inspired, Italian Made"

June 8, 2011 PreGel AMERICA

PreGel AMERICA announced its 2011-2012 Novelties campaign revealing seven new products that promise to evoke a nostalgic journey for both the businesses presenting them and the consumers tasting them.

Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden Praises Dave's Killer Bread's Steady Growth

Innovative practices evident at Dave’s Killer Bread and its sister operation Nature Bake hold the seeds to Oregon’s economic recovery, said U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), who toured the Milwaukie baking facility on Tuesday, May 31.

Chicago Area RBA President Raising Cane About Food Legislation

Ken Jarosch of Elk Grove Village ordinarily raises bread. Now, the bakery owner is raising cane — er, issues — and won his first battle in Springfield. He never expected to be in the midst of a political debate on defeating a bill involving trans fats. Now, he's taking on the cost of sugar.