Ben E. Keith Foods Announces Acquisition of Orrell’s Food Service

June 2, 2023 Ben E. Keith Foods

Ben E. Keith Foods proudly announces the purchase of Orrell’s Food Service, Inc. The acquisition, includes all assets of Orrell’s Food Service – – including the 106,000 square foot distribution center in Linwood, NC, as well as JEM Foods, Inc., a meat processing plant, also located in Linwood.  This acquisition will create the tenth division of Ben E. Keith Foods across 19 states.

Angela Coppler Joins Cousins Maine Lobster as Head of Development

June 2, 2023 Cousins Maine Lobster

Cousins Maine Lobster has invested in a new strategic leadership role designed to accelerate growth of their food truck and brick and mortar business and announces their most recent hire, Angela Coppler who will serve as the company’s first Head of Development.

At Austin Barbecue Festival, Mushroom Council Makes Room for ‘Shrooms on the Grill

June 2, 2023 Mushroom Council

This past Memorial Day weekend, the Mushroom Council® celebrated the kick-off to grilling season in Austin, Texas, at the premier barbecue festival, Hot Luck with Wicked Kitchen’s co-founders, chefs and brothers Derek and Chad Sarno.

Frosty Acres Brands Adds SVP of Category Management, Brings 495 Express Foods into Family of Members

June 2, 2023 Frosty Acres Brands

Davy has been dedicated to the Frosty Acres mission for over 13 years. He started his career as a Senior Category Manager and held various positions in our procurement department. Over 30 years ago, he began his career in the restaurant industry, where he developed a passion for foodservice. Davy further advanced his career into foodservice distribution and the buying department at US Foods Salem and Kansas City. 

Brighter Bites Celebrates Community Collaboration In Monterey County

June 2, 2023 Brighter Bites

Brighter Bites, a nonprofit organization that delivers fresh fruits, vegetables, and nutrition education resources directly into families’ hands, held its inaugural Monterey County Spring Luncheon on May 11th for a larger conversation on creating communities of health through fresh food.