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Cucina italiana at its best: joseph’s gourmet pasta brings the flavour of italy to canadA

TORONTO (June 29, 2010) – The rolling hills, enticing ingredients and rustic charm of Italy are the inspiration behind Nestlé Professional’s™ newest member of the family: JOSEPH’S GOURMET PASTA.  With its ongoing commitment to developing gourmet, flavourful and original culinary fare, Nestlé Professional™ is pleased to introduce a new super-premium line-up of five decadent gourmet filled pastas that are now available to Canadian operators looking for fresh new ideas to inspire their culinary creations... More

STOUFFER’S® SÉLECTION SAUCIER ADDS PASSION TO MEALS WITH SAUCY NEW OFFERINGS
Sumptuous sauces bring flavour and flair to culinary creations

TORONTO (April 15, 2010) – Nestlé Professional™ has returned to the kitchen to explore their broad portfolio of sauces and is pleased to announce the introduction of nine redesigned sauces to the Canadian market. Each sauce has been redeveloped and refined with flavour, quality and simplicity in mind. These premium sauces will be available as of this year under the STOUFFER’S Sélection Saucier portfolio...More

Heinz Megapak™ Means One Is Finally Enough!
Heinz Canada launches the new Megapak™ Single Serve Ketchup

TORONTO, ON (March 29, 2010) - Are your customers the majority of Canadians who use 3 pouches of Ketchup per takeout order? If so, Heinz Canada’s Foodservice team is about to make their dining experience a whole lot neater. For the first time in over 40 years, Heinz Canada is launching a 26ml Heinz Ketchup pouch, the Megapak™, which will be available on April 5th, 2010... More

J.B. Innovative Solutions launches the Handi-Tray, a brand new beverage serving tray that incorporates both ergonomics and advertising.

Toronto, ON (March 29, 2010) – J.B. Innovative Solutions Inc., a Toronto-based marketing company, has recently launched the Handi-Tray, a uniquely designed beverage serving tray that supports several key ergonomic and advertising features. The 13x 3 tray includes an opening around the perimeter that allows users to slide their hand underneath the tray when rested on a table or flat surface. In addition, a hand impression on the bottom of the tray allows both left- and right-handed users to maintain centre of balance at all times. When users slightly bridge their fingers against the hand impression’s finger straps, they will not only achieve ultimate comfort when maneuvering the tray but also gain superior stability when adding or removing items... More

Highliner Introduces four NEW Sea Cuisine products

Introducing four new Sea Cuisine products: Asian Glazed Wild Pacific Salmon, Mediterranean Glazed Haddock, Lemon & Herb Crusted Haddock and, Tomato & Herb Crusted Wild Pacific Salmon. Developed in consultation with industry-leading dietitians and healthcare professionals, they meet all healthcare requirements; quality, appetite appeal, portion size, nutrition, ingredients, equipment compatibility, and price. These products are cold plate, bulk system retherm, and conventional oven baking systems compatible, making them well-suited for long-term and residential care...More

New Apps, Sides & Snacks for All Occations and tastes

McCain Foods (Canada) has expanded its appetizer lineup with one new and unique offering and another that offers a new twist on a traditional favourite.
Onion rings have long been a menu staple as both an appetizer and a side dish. Traditional rings are still enjoying year-over-year growth, but McCain’s bold new flavours are expected to drive sales even higher. The new Chipotle and Cracked Black Pepper and Vinegar flavours are aptly named X-Treme® Onion Rings and are perfect for restaurant operators who are looking for new ways to spice up their menus... More

Another way to freshen up your appetizer menu is to add McCain’s new tempura battered Cheesy Broccoli Florets, sold under the Anchor™ brand. The broccoli florets are enveloped in a delicate cheesy tempura batter and can be deep fried or baked in the oven....More

 

High Liner Foods Introduces
4 New Products

In 1996 High Liner introduced SEA CUISINE™, a line of seafood products designed to meet the specific needs of the Canadian Healthcare Market. In developing the SEA CUISINE™ line, the following important product attributes were considered: flavour profile, quality, portion size, nutrition and ingredient composition, variety, cost effectiveness, equipment compatibility and appetizing plate presentation. More

Introducing Maple Leaf Beef Barbacoa in Sauce - The original Mexican barbeque made simple.

February 5, 2010 - Maple Leaf Beef Barbacoa is slow roasted for 11 hours in an authentic Mexican chili sauce with hints of citrus. The product is fully cooked and ready to heat & serve.  This product goes everywhere on the menu: wraps, quesadillas, nachos, salads, pizza… Let your imagination run wild! More

Media Release from the McCain Group of Companies: THAR’S GOLD IN THEM FRIES

December 28, 2009 - FLORENCEVILLE, NB – The potato is Canada’s favourite vegetable and many would argue that when it comes to potatoes, the yellow-fleshed Yukon Gold is the cream of the crop. Yukon Golds are ideal for potato-lovers who want to avoid butter or margarine because they have a natural buttery flavour built in... More

Media Release from the McCain Group of Companies: NEW OFFERINGS FOR THE NEW YEAR

December 28, 2009 - For many foodservice operators, the New Year brings an opportunity to attract new customers with new menu offerings. And one of the easiest ways to enhance any meal is to add interesting new side dishes. Everything about McCain’s Roasted Red Skin Potatoes™ is new, from the potato variety, to the processing method and the flavourings, for a totally new taste experience... More

Media Release from the McCain Group of Companies: WARM DIPS FOR COLD WINTER DAYS

December 28, 2009 - For many people, the best antidote to the cold weather outside, is to warm their insides with tasty new dishes from their favourite menus. Warm dips with hot new flavours can be a perfect choice on chilly winter days. McCain’s Spin Dippers® dips, just got even better with the launch of the new Chipotle flavour ... More

Solo® Sauces & Sides containers®

Introducing Solo® Sauces & Sides containers!
With a wide-mouth opening, these new sleek,
black polystyrene containers let your customers dip
everything from chips to wings to rings. The curved
“no corner” profile allows patrons to enjoy every
last taste. These containers are 100% leak-proof
and safe to use under normal heat lamp conditions. Available in 2.5, 3.5 and 5.5 oz sizes, with polypropylene lids.

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Wave goodbye to germs!

TITAN2 represents the next generation in touchless roll towel dispensing. Electronic motion activated TITAN2 helps prevent the spread of germs by eliminating cross contamination and improving hand hygiene. Loaded with enhanced features, the TITAN2 electronic dispenser features four length portion controls, two operational settings (wave & dry or tear & dry) and is designed for use with Embassy Supreme® TAD or White Swan® towels. It’s easy to use! Get the TITAN2 electronic towel dispenser system so you can wave goodbye to germs and say hello to cost savings!

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Go long and go green!

Kruger Products is pleased to introduce Ultra Long Roll Towels (ULRT®). Go long with White Swan® 1,200 ft. roll towel and Embassy® 1,000 ft. roll towel! White Swan 1,200 ft. ULRT is the longest roll towel available in the market today. Go green as both products are environmentally certified with the Ecologo, so you not only get the benefits of reduced labour trips and untimely runouts, you are also making the responsible choice!

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Slim Jim® with venting channels

Makes waste collection more efficient: save time, reduce worker strain and lower labour costs. Patent-pending venting channels dramatically reduce the force required to remove a full can liner up to 60%* when compared to traditional Slim Jim® containers. (* Based on internal testing.) Can liner cinches eliminate knot tying. Moulded base grips offer better control during emptying. New hinge and wing lids maintain the space-saving profile.

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The Traveler Plus™ from Solo Cup Canada

The Traveler Plus™ lid from Solo Cup Canada is the only reclosable lid of its kind and is the perfect solution for on-the-go customers. The ergonomic design and easy one-hand operation ensure secure transportation for hot beverages. To help streamline operations, the Traveler Plus™ lid fits five cup sizes (10 oz - 24 oz).

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Varietal plastic wine glasses

Solo Cup Canada is pleased to introduce our Varietal 5 oz plastic two-piece wine glasses. These long stem wine glasses give the appearance of real glass and are the perfect replacement for permanentware. Featuring an upscale design, they are perfect for any occasion. The plastic construction makes them ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. A clean shrink-wrap package with bilingual label and UPC provide additional cash & carry/retail opportunities.

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Rubbermaid announces new smoking management solutions

Rubbermaid Commercial Products announces its new line of Infinity™ Smoking Management Solutions, featuring sleek, all-metal receptacles that enhance building exteriors while improving smoking litter management. All-metal construction means the Infinity units won’t melt because of smoldering cigarettes. And the large stainless steel snuff plates allow smokers to easily extinguish smoking materials before depositing them in the receptacle. Infinity™ Smoking Management Solutions are available in four styles: base-mount, wall-mount, traditional, and ultra-high capacity.

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