Shatto Milk Co. Celebrates Anniversary With Five Special Edition Flavors

March 5, 2013 Shatto Milk Company

Milk moustaches around Kansas City will be different colors and flavors throughout 2013 as the Shatto Milk Company celebrates its tenth anniversary by offering a total of five special edition flavors throughout the year. Each flavor will be presented in a unique half liter bottle featuring a fun word or story associated with the flavor.

Record Breaking Global Participation Expected At The 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo

The 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo continues to expand its status as a global resource for products, innovations and insights. Companies from 23 countries have secured booths or pavilions on the show’s floor. The Expo, to be held May 21-23 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, promises to be the most successful in the event’s 16 year history with a nearly sold-out show floor with participation from exhibitors in the U.S. and around the world.

Caravan Ingredients Announces New Fortification Director

March 5, 2013 Caravan Ingredients

Thomas Douglass has been named Fortification Director for Caravan Ingredients. In this marketing role, Mr. Douglass will be responsible for the development and execution of category growth strategies within the Fortification Platform. In addition, he will work to identify business development opportunities to grow Caravan Ingredients' fortification business.

Pastry Live 2013 The National Showpiece Championship Team Captains Announced

Pastry Live is proud to announce the team captains for the 2013 National Showpiece Championship. After careful consideration, eight teams of two chefs have been selected to compete on the morning of Tuesday, August 27th, 2013. Each team will choose from either chocolate or sugar to showcase their talent and ingenuity while competing for the title of National Showpiece Champions and a cash prize of $5,000. Among some of the top pastry chefs in the country, listed here are the team captains chosen to compete:

Technomic Reveals Adult Beverage Industry Growth Drivers

March 5, 2013 Technomic

With sales approaching a record $200 billion, the adult beverage industry continued on its growth path in 2012 despite a challenging economic environment. The trends in spirits, wine and beer prove yet again that Americans are embracing adult beverages as appropriate accompaniments to food and socializing. Total adult beverage volume grew 1 percent to 7.7 million gallons, while dollars increased 3.6 percent to reach $199.8 billion, according to Technomic's recently-released Special Trends in Adult Beverage Report: 2013 State of the Industry report.