Fresh California Avocados Top Sensational Summer Salads

According to the California Avocado Commission 2012 Avocado Menu Trak Survey*, 32.9% of foodservice menus mentioned avocado, an increase of +11.5% over 2009 and +48.2% over 2005.  Not surprising to Fresh California Avocado lovers, one of the most common avocado menu mentions is on salad greens.

Canadian Foodservice Trends Of 2013

At the recent SIAL Canada food and beverage show, held in Toronto April 30 to May 2, Melissa Wilson, principal at Technomic, a global consulting and research firm for the food industry, discussed foodservice trends in Canada.

New School Lunch Beef Recipes Win Approval From Kids, Foodservice Directors

After participating in a pilot program at schools around the country, many students and school foodservice directors agree: The Rock and Roll Beef Wrap is delicious and nutritious. The same goes for Spy Thai Beef, Sweet Potato Beef Mash-up, Wrangler’s Beef Chili and Sweet and Sloppy Joes.

Canadian Dairy Commission Announces New Milk Class For Mozzarella Cheese

The Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) has announced the creation of a milk class for mozzarella cheese to be used on fresh pizzas. The new 3(d) class was approved by the Canadian Milk Supply Management Committee (CMSMC) and will take effect June 1st. This new class will lower costs for restaurants that prepare and cook pizzas on site and help grow the market segment for mozzarella cheese in Canada.

Swiss Chalet Fine Foods Names Steven D'Onofrio As Managing Director

Swiss Chalet Fine Foods Names Steven D’Onofrio as Managing Director Elizabeth, NJ – The Gellert Global Group, in coordination with Swiss Chalet Fine Foods, has appointed Steven D’Onofrio as Managing Director of their Doral, Florida headquarters. With over 20 years of food industry and management experience, Steven will elevate Swiss Chalet Fine Foods as the industry leader in providing fine food ingredients for the professional Chef and kitchen.