Month: February 2017

Thomas' Introduces Limited Edition Pizza Flavored Bagels

February 6, 2017 Bimbo Bakeries USA

 On Feb. 9, Thomas'®, the leading brand of pre-packaged grocery store bagels in the country, is celebrating the convergence of two of the tastiest and most popular food holidays, National Bagel Day and National Pizza Day, with the introduction of new, Limited Edition Pizza Flavored Bagels. This ultimate mashup of two of America's favorite foods features classic Italian flavors, including tomato, garlic, onion, basil and oregano — encouraging fans to take their pizza bagel experience to new heights. …

Foodservice GS1 US Standards Initiative Workgroups Evolve To Focus On Implementation And Operational Efficiencies

February 6, 2017 Foodservice GS1 US Standards Initiative

GS1 US® has introduced a new structure for the Foodservice   GS1 US Standards Initiative workgroups for 2017 focused on transitioning from basic standards adoption to establishing and sharing GS1 Standards implementation best practices for the foodservice industry. The new workgroups were developed to support the industry's goals designed to increase efficiencies in the supply chain, enhance food safety and traceability, and improve product information through the use of GS1 standards. …

Myers Foodservice Equipment, Supply & Design Adds To Executive Team

February 6, 2017 Myers Foodservice Equipment, Supply & Design

Myers Foodservice Equipment, Supply & Design, is proud to announce the promotion of Michael L. Scheiman to the position of Vice President Business Development + Design. Scheiman has been one of the driving forces behind the monumental growth of the company over the past four years. CEO Charlie Fusari commented, “Michael is a very integral part of our team. …

Whitsons Culinary Group Supports Local Produce Through Farm-To-School Grant At York Suburban School District

February 6, 2017 Whitsons Culinary Group

York Suburban Middle School hosted an award event to honor Farm-to-School grant receivers including Whitsons’ Food Service Director, Helen Heidler. York Suburban School District was among 30 awardees receiving grants of up to $1,000 to implement farm-to-school activities, such as student samplings of local produce, farm school trips, school garden activities and efforts to incorporate local produce in school meals. The funding is provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s (PDE) Division of Food and Nutrition. …

Vollrath's New Showroom On Wheels To Debut At The NAFEM Show 2017

February 6, 2017 Vollrath Company

Vollrath Company will give attendees an exclusive opportunity to explore its extensive line of serving systems and components with its new Vollrath Experience Tour – a traveling showroom in an expandable 48-foot trailer. The tour’s first stop will be in Vollrath’s booth 1435 at The North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers (NAFEM) Show, held from Feb. 9-11 in Orlando, Florida, at Orange County Convention Center. …