2012 Whole Grains Challenge Winners Chosen

Proving that healthy and great tasting whole grains rule in the cafeteria, the non-profit Oldways and its Whole Grains Council (WGC) announce the winners of the 6th annual Whole Grains Challenge, celebrating “Veteran” and “Rookie” schools making whole grains irresistible for their students.

Hostess Expects To Split Up Snack Cakes In Bankruptcy Sale

December 27, 2012 Candice Choi, Associated Press

Twinkies, Wonder Bread and Devil Dogs are likely to return to shelves in coming months, but probably not under the same owners.

A Backstage Pass To The Dessert Industry In 2013

December 27, 2012 Kristen Payne, PreGel AMERICA

As 2012 is winding down and business owners are preparing for the sluggish season of winter, there is no better time to indulge in what’s to come for 2013.

Sodexo Donates More Than $142,000 To Austin Nonprofits Through Grand Prix Food Service Initiative

December 27, 2012 Sodexo

Circuit of The Americas’ official catering and hospitality partner, Sodexo, has donated more than $142,000 to local community groups by partnering with nonprofit organizations on food service efforts surrounding the inaugural FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX, held Nov. 16-18, 2012. Austin-area clubs and civic groups partnered with Sodexo’s professional food service personnel and helped staff certain concession areas around the Circuit on race weekend. A portion of the sales generated at these concession stands was returned to the nonprofit organizations involved.

ALI Group Completes Acquisition Of Scotsman Industries

December 27, 2012 Scotsman Industries

ALI Group, a leading global designer, manufacturer, marketer and servicer of a broad  line of commercial and institutional foodservice equipment, today announced that it has successfully closed on its previously announced definitive agreement to acquire Scotsman Industries, the largest commercial ice machine company in the world, from an affiliate of Warburg Pincus.