Deli

Five specialty food retailers from across the U.S. have been named Outstanding Retailers of 2013 by the Specialty Food Association. The awards honor outstanding customer service, product sourcing, merchandising, and a commitment to serving the local community. …

Federal Industries, a leading manufacturer of fresh food display cases, introduced today the Versatile Service Top over Refrigerated Self-Serve Deli Case (SSRVS) designed for grab-n-go food products at convenience stores, hospitals and other facilities with hands-on service. This attention getting case has curved glass styling that promotes an up-market image that says fresh, delicious, nutritious and convenient. …

It's been a busy month for our Taster's Choice Hall of Fame gatekeepers. Last week, the doors opened for Boudin's sourdough bread, and this week brings two more entrants into the Hall. …

Anchor Packaging, Inc. announced the addition of a new 38 ounce container to the already successful Mega-Meal™ product line. This shallow container is perfect for appetizers, finger-foods, desserts, cut fruit, and many other hot or cold applications. The 38 oz. container joins the deeper 80 oz. and 100 oz. sizes as an upscale alternative to an aluminum half-steam table pan for large portions, family-size meals, and catered events. All three polypropylene containers share a common clear, anti-fog, polypropylene lid, keeping SKUs and inventory costs to a minimum. …

Manda Fine Meats’ deli and specialty meat products will return to store shelves this weekend, the company said Friday, and the Baton Rouge firm expects its distribution will be close to normal levels within a few weeks. …