Tesco Still Searching For Magic Formula To Make America Pay

January 23, 2012 Andrew Gumbel, Guardian

When Tesco was planning its foray into the US grocery market five years ago, the unlovely box of a building it took over in Hemet, in the far eastern suburbs of Los Angeles near the Mojave desert, seemed the embodiment of everything it hoped to achieve. It has not worked out that way.

Mi Rancho Tortilla Company Grows Despite Recession

January 23, 2012 Tom Abate, San Leandro Patch

Manuel and Carol Berber were honored by the San Leandro Chamber of Commerce for guiding the Mi Rancho tortilla factory through an expansion that defies the lack luster economy. "Within the last two years we've branched out in a major way," said Berber, who now sells Mi Rancho tortillas in Safeways, Whole Foods and other grocery stores. "We know there's a niche out there that hasn't been touched."

POM's New Thin Bagels Make Portion Control Simple & Satisfying

January 23, 2012 POM®

This year, POM is making it easy for Canadians to keep their eat-healthy New Year's resolution with three breakfast sandwich recipes specially developed for their line of Thin Bagels. Inspired by classic sandwich favourites, POM's new recipes help start the day with a portion controlled bagel that has half the calories of a regular bagel, but still has the soft texture and fresh flavour Canadians love.

CFIA: Allergy Alert Undeclared Allergens In Various Kettleman Bagel Baked Goods

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Solly's are warning people with allergies to milk or soy or sensitivity to sulphites not to consume the baked goods described below. The affected products may contain allergens which are not declared on the label.

YoCrunch Gives Greek Yogurt A Boost

January 23, 2012 YoCrunch Company, LLC

YoCrunch, the original yogurt packaged with fun, mix-in toppings, takes the Greek yogurt trend to the next level with its new Greek Parfait cups featuring toasted almonds combined with "superfruits" like acai and pomegranate. The new YoCrunch Greek Parfaits offer a new way for yogurt lovers to enjoy a fun, on-the-go breakfast or power-packed snack.