Publix Bakery Pies Bring Home Blue Ribbons

April 19, 2018 Publix

The Publix Bakery joined amateur pie makers, professional bakers and chefs, and commercial pie companies from around the country and Canada at the American Pie Council National Pie Championships April 6 – 7. This year, seven Publix pies brought home blue ribbons in their respective categories.

IFDA Announces Winners Of The 2018 Thomas Jefferson Award

The International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) today announced the recipients of the 2018 Thomas Jefferson Award. The bi-annual award recognizes legislators whose voting record indicates strong support of policies that enable the U.S. foodservice distribution industry to create well-paying jobs, grow their businesses, and contribute to their local communities.

Welbilt Completes Crem International Acquisition

April 19, 2018 Welbilt, Inc.

Welbilt, Inc. announced that it has completed the previously-announced acquisition of Avaj International Holding AB (“Crem® International” or “Crem”) for total consideration of approximately SEK 1,800 million, or approximately $224 million USD equivalent.

Around The Round: Highly Versatile, The Beef Round Rises Above The Grinder.

Imagine your job is to sell beef as a menu solution, beyond the classic presentations of prime rib, filet mignon, strips and sirloin. Those are known for tender, flavorful and juicy steaks, but also known for hefty price points. Could your job include exploring new cuts and applications from the underutilized round?

Winners Named In Art Institutes Meal Through The Arts Culinary Showcase Competition

April 19, 2018 The Art Institutes

Four students from The Art Institutes, a system of schools with culinary programs in 28 locations across the United States, and a non-profit organization, were crowned winners in the Meal Through the Arts, a culinary competition to benefit the fight against childhood hunger. Their winning dishes will be highlighted in Art Institutes student-run restaurants across the country in the coming weeks.