Vending Product News
brings our readers the latest up-to-date articles by leading industry experts about product trends – what are the fastest growing product segments today and what products will deliver the best sales for refreshment service operators.
June 9th, 2019 issue.
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By Roger Stewart, Managing Editor
Health issues continue to drive consumer food choices, and foodservice establishments nationwide are adjusting menus to reflect these concerns. Convenience service operators need to be aware of this trend to win their fair share of the food and beverage sales.
A presentation at this year’s
National Restaurant Show
at Chicago’s McCormick Place documented the shift in menus to healthier fare. Lizzy Freier, managing editor of menu analysis for Technomic Inc., and Nancy Kruse, president of a foodservice consultancy, The Kruse Company, reviewed research from the 2018 Technomic survey.
More than half of consumers in the last two years reported making more food choices based on nutritional benefits: 14 percent said they “agree completely” they are basing choices on nutrition, while 20 percent said they “agree” they are doing it and 30 percent said they “somewhat agree.”
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Continuing with its unwavering commitment to consumer-centric innovation, Stubborn Soda – a line of craft sodas in unique flavor combinations created by
PepsiCo Foodservice
– unveiled new aluminum can packaging to meet the needs of today’s foodservice operators and restaurant guests. The packages are available for vending, a company spokesperson told Vending Product News.
Previously offered in glass bottles, the three flavors in cans unlock growth in on-premise occasions as well as off-premise channels, like on-demand delivery and catering. Stubborn Soda continues to be available on fountain, with a comprehensive portfolio of eight flavors.
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Tyson Foodservice
recently introduced Jimmy Dean
Protein Packs, offering at least 14 grams of protein per individual pack. The Protein Packs are kept refrigerated and available in three flavor varieties.
Smoked Ham includes a hard boiled egg, Colby Jack cheese and smoked ham. Turkey Sausage includes a hard boiled egg, Monterrey cheese and turkey sausage. Roasted Almonds includes a hard boiled egg, white cheddar cheese and roasted almonds.
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Siren Snacks
Protein Bites offer naturally flavored protein snacks with no artificial flavors, sweeteners or preservatives. The snacks contain 12 grams plant protein per serving and are sweetened with a proprietary blend of natural sweeteners, including monk fruit, stevia and dates.
The natural flavors include only plant-based oils, extracts and essences, and are non-GMO, vegan, gluten-free, kosher, BPA-free and soy-free.
Siren Snacks does not use any animal-derived ingredients, such as milk, eggs or whey protein. All snacks are free from the most common allergens, including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, peanuts, wheat and soybeans. The snacks contain almond protein and should be avoided by those with an almond allergy.
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PRODUCT SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT
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Atnip Co., Inc. – Specializing in vending, mobile catering and office coffee service products.
Proven relationships. National coverage. A huge part of the day for any member of Team Atnip is finding solutions for our customers. Solving their problems. It may be recommending a product that fulfills a need or locating a few cases to bridge an inventory gap. We’re always there to lend our expertise or just lend a hand at trade shows, distributor shows, and micro market openings. We’re all here to help, because at Atnip Co., Inc., customer service is not a department, it’s everyone’s job. Visit the website:
www.atnipco.com
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Email us at
info@atnipco.com
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