The Year of the Donut is Here

March 25, 2025 Dawn Foods

Today’s consumers are seeking out simple indulgences, and comfort food is a major contributor to donut’s fame. Donuts offer just the delicious option for those seeking a moment of joy in their busy lives.

Cosmic Crisp Partners With Dunford Pastry to Launch a Simple Indulgence for Everyday Moments

March 3, 2025 Cosmic Crisp®

Cosmic Crisp is expanding its retail presence with the launch of a new dessert pastry product, created in partnership with Dunford Brand. Known for its full lineup of donuts and breads, Dunford® is the first retail brand to introduce a Cosmic Crisp apple dessert.

7 Mile Brands Invests $3M in Better-For-You Refrigerated Donut Brand, Drumroll

October 28, 2024 7 Mile Brands

7 Mile Brands, a CPG brand incubator created by multi-exit entrepreneurs Jason Cohen and Sammy Kestenbaum, is excited to announce a $3 million investment in Drumroll®, a leading innovator in the Fresh-Snacking segment. Known for its indulgent, low-sugar, high-protein refrigerated donut offerings, Drumroll® has quickly gained a dedicated following among health-conscious consumers looking to satisfy their sweet tooth cravings without compromising on taste or nutrition.

Farmstead Manufacturing Continues Expansion with Opening of New Warehouse in Leeds, Utah

August 7, 2024 Farmstead Manufacturing

Farmstead Manufacturing announced the opening of their new production warehouse in Leeds. This expansion comes following the success of owners Chris Connors and Li Hsun Sun’s flagship Farmstead Bakery retail location in nearby downtown St. George, and after the opening in July of their new retail location in Springdale, located just outside of Zion National Park. A third retail bakery is set to open in nearby Hurricane in the fall.

5 Ways to Grow Bakery Sales This Spring

April 17, 2024 Dawn Foods

Tempt your customers to try a new item by giving it a springtime flavor. Research shows that about two in five consumers value seasonal flavors when considering a new item that they’ve never tried before. Fresh fruit flavors are commonly associated with spring, especially the perennial favorite strawberry, which is a dominant flavor profile on spring menus.