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Fancypants Goes Big With Smaller Pack Sizes
The Boston-based premium cookie maker is expanding into new foodservice channels with 1 oz. and 0.67 oz. trial packs designed for corporate cafes, hotels, universities and airlines.
Inside The Early Success Of JiMMYBAR!’s Creatine Launch
JiMMYBAR! has seen early “massive” success of its Creatine Bars, representing an inflection point for the 12-year-old company.
CPG Week Podcast: A Chicken Feed Cockfight And Gummies Galore
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Lukas Southard tackle the recent controversy surrounding cage-free egg producer Vital Farms, the latest updates affecting the hemp beverage industry, and a beverage maker’s strategic expansion into functional gummy supplements. The hosts also highlight several recent funding announcements.
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New Products: Archer Unveils New Jerky Cut, Cleveland Kitchen Debuts New Look
In this week’s notable new products roundup, Archer expands its beef jerky lineup with a Cowboy Cut, Cleveland Kitchen unveils a revamped look across its fermented foods portfolio, and Heinz introduces a limited-edition format for its homestyle gravy.
Reviews: RIND Granola Squares, Lentiful Thanksgiving Feast, Better Sour Tart Cherry
In this reviews roundup, we taste the latest from RIND, Lentiful and Better Sour, evaluating the taste, texture, positioning and more of each product.
Reviews: TIPS Beef Tallow Potato Chips and Grillo’s Thickles
The Nosh team reviews TIPS Potato Chips cooked in beef tallow and Grillo’s Thickles thick-cut pickles.
Novak Djokovic Backs Corn-Free Popcorn Cob In $5M Seed Round
Popped sorghum brand Cob has closed a $5 million seed round led by tennis legend Novak Djokovic, as it positions itself as a healthier alternative to popcorn.
Reviews: Gigantic Candy Returns, Tusol Flexes Into Protein Bars
Gigantic Candy has returned with refreshed packaging and an updated take on its better-for-you candy line; Tusol Wellness expands into protein bars.
CPG Week Podcast: It’s Time For Recess. Plus, A Bourbon Brand On the Block
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Brad Avery talk about Recess’ new funding round and leadership addition, a premium bourbon brand on the block, and new cash for Robert Downey Jr.’s coffee brand. The podcasters also discuss the closure of an alt-cheese maker and the surge in demand for gummy formats in supplements and in candy.
From MrBeast to Biltong: Meat Snacks Flex New Muscles at NACS
Legacy meat snack brands showcased simple formulations, grass-fed beef options and premium-positioned products at NACS last week.
Reviews: Chicago-Inspired Potato Chips and Creatine-Packed Protein Bars
In this reviews roundup, we nosh on Local Style’s Chicago-inspired potato chips and JIMMYBAR! creatine-packed protein bars.
Bar Category Incorporates Protein, Creatine Trends
Bar purveyors displayed at NACS new packaging, products and formulation changes that aligned with consumer demand for energy, creatine and flavor-forward innovation.
CPG Week: Whole Foods Forecasts Top Trends. Plus, Death vs. Death
This week on the podcast, Nosh managing editor Monica Watrous and senior reporter Avery dig into Whole Foods Market’s annual trends forecast and DayDayCook’s shift away from its recent brand acquisitions to focus on bitcoin. The podcasters also discuss the potential of a new food processing technology and the legal battle brewing between Liquid Death and Death Wish Coffee.