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BevZero installed 100 solar panels on the rooftop of its Spain facility

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VILLATOBAS, 29-Apr-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, the global leader in beverage innovation, is proud to announce a significant sustainability initiative at its Spain facility. In an effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy, BevZero has installed 100 solar panels, with 50 kW of peak power, on the rooftop of its Spain facility, heralding a new era of eco-friendly operations.

The installation of these state-of-the-art solar panels marks a significant milestone in BevZero’s commitment to sustainability. The panels will have an annual photovoltaic generator production of 70,900kWh of clean renewable energy which will cover 83% of the facility’s total annual consumption. This initiative underscores BevZero’s dedication to environmental stewardship and its efforts to minimize its ecological impact at every opportunity.

“At BevZero Spain, we believe in leading by example when it comes to sustainability. The integration of solar panels into our production facility reflects our ongoing efforts to innovate and prioritize eco-friendly solutions throughout our operations”, said Silvia Cedeno Daguerre, General Manager of BevZero Spain.

The decision to incorporate solar panels into its operations aligns with BevZero’s broader commitment to sustainability across all facets of its business, including production process, equipment, and management practices. All BevZero’s production facilities in the US, EU, and South Africa carry various quality certifications that ensure streamlined and efficient production processes, reducing waste of resources and materials, while delivering the highest quality products and services. Just last year the Spanish facility received the top environmental certification ISO 14001, by complying with 95% of the requirements.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

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BevZero South Africa attains FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System certification 

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WELLINGTON, South Africa, 8-Apr-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a leading provider of innovative beverage solutions, proudly announces that its South Africa team has attained the prestigious FSSC 22000 Food Safety Management System certification. This certification demonstrates BevZero’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality in all its operations.

FSSC 22000 is a globally recognized food safety certification scheme, which incorporates the ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System standard and other specific requirements for the food and beverage industry. It is a testament to BevZero’s dedication to delivering safe and reliable beverage solutions to its customers.

“We are thrilled to achieve the FSSC 22000 certification, as it underscores our ongoing efforts to prioritize food safety and quality in everything we do,” said Gustav Fouche, Managing Director, at BevZero South Africa. “This certification reflects the hard work and dedication of our team to uphold the highest standards and ensure that our customers can trust the safety and integrity of our products.”

Obtaining the FSSC 22000 certification involves rigorous assessments and audits of a company’s food safety management system, including its processes, procedures, and controls. By achieving this certification, BevZero South Africa has demonstrated its ability to effectively manage food safety hazards, comply with regulatory requirements, and consistently deliver safe and high-quality beverage solutions to its customers.

This certification reinforces BevZero’s dedication to continuous improvement and aligns with its sustainability efforts at its locations worldwide which include processes, equipment, and management practices to ensure streamlined and efficient production processes, reducing waste of resources and materials, while delivering the highest quality products and services.

To learn more about BevZero, please visit the BevZero website or email BevZero at info@bevzero.com .

To learn more about certifications and services at BevZero South Africa visit: https://bevzero.com/south-africa/

About BevZero:

BevZero is a global leader in dealcoholization and beverage services and equipment. With a commitment to quality, and sustainability, BevZero empowers beverage producers to create a wide range of alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

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BevZero and TOMSA Destil partner to develop a new state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology for wineries

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BevZero and TOMSA Destil partner to develop a new state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology for wineries

SANTA ROSA, CA, United States, 16-Jan-2024 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a global innovator in the beverage industry, and leading winery service and equipment provider, is excited to announce its key partnership with TOMSA Destil, a well-established and distinguished engineering company that designs, manufactures, installs, and operates advanced technologies in the processes of extraction, fermentation, distillation, valorization of by-products and waste management, among other processes involved in the production of alcohol and biofuel. Together, these companies are poised to revolutionize the beverage landscape by developing a state-of-the-art dealcoholization technology that will be distributed globally by BevZero in Q3 of 2024. Additionally, BevZero will start selling immediately a portfolio of equipment that helps wineries reduce their carbon footprint, including emissions reduction and wastewater and biomass treatment.

As the global focus on environmental responsibility intensifies, the wine industry is actively seeking ways to reduce its ecological footprint. BevZero, with its commitment to sustainability, has joined forces with Tomsa Destil to bring state-of-the-art solutions to wineries, addressing key areas such as emissions reduction, CO2 recovery, energy integration, biomass and wastewater treatment. Key offerings include:

  • Emissions Reduction: Advanced equipment designed to significantly reduce carbon emissions. By implementing these technologies, wineries can contribute to global efforts to combat climate change while enhancing their own sustainability initiatives.
  • CO2 Recovery: Solutions for the recovery of carbon dioxide (CO2) during various winemaking processes. This not only helps wineries reduce their greenhouse gas emissions but also allows them to repurpose CO2 for other applications within their facilities.
  • Energy Integration: Solutions for integrating energy-efficient practices into their operations. This includes optimizing energy consumption and exploring renewable energy sources, empowering wineries to become more environmentally conscious and economically efficient.
  • Wastewater Filtration and Biodigestion: The collaboration will provide wineries with cutting-edge wastewater treatment solutions, including advanced filtration systems and biodigestion technologies. This not only ensures compliance with environmental regulations but also enables wineries to responsibly manage their wastewater, reducing their impact on local ecosystems.

The development of a next-gen dealcoholization technology is well underway. This innovative technology, known as “ClearAlc” will enable beverage producers across the world to create high-quality, alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages with unprecedented precision, efficiency, quality, and sustainability. BevZero’s years of experience with dealcoholization in the wine space, and Tomsa Destil’s engineering expertise in alcohol distillation and separation come together to create a unique equipment that will be transformative for those seeking the ultimate in low and no-alcohol dealcoholization production.

Jerome Eckert-Nathan, President & CEO of BevZero, stated, “We are immensely excited about our collaboration with TOMSA Destil to distribute solutions to the wine industry that contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future, as well as the development of the ClearAlc dealcoholization technology which is a game-changer for the beverage industry.”

Miguel Villena Reyes, CEO of TOMSA Destil, commented, “Our partnership with BevZero signifies a remarkable fusion of expertise and innovation. Together, we are paving the way for a future where beverage producers can meet the demands of an evolving market with exceptional quality and sustainability.” 

About BevZero:

BevZero is a global leader in dealcoholization and beverage services and equipment. With a commitment to quality, and sustainability, BevZero empowers beverage producers to create a wide range of alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa. 

About TOMSA Destil:

Tomsa Destil is a Spanish company with more than 170 years of experience. Thanks to this vast career and a strong commitment to research, they own the most advanced technology in processes such as extraction, fermentation, distillation, waste treatment, utilities, valorization of by-products, among other processes involved in the production of alcohol and biofuels. Additionally, Tomsa Destil controls its whole supply chain with in-house manufacturing, assembly, maintenance, commissioning, and operation and management. Tomsa Destil has its headquarters in Madrid, Spain as well as commercial branches in Mexico, Colombia, India, Portugal and Thailand. 

To learn more about the sustainability equipment for wineries and how to purchase, please visit the BevZero website or email BevZero at info@bevzero.com. 

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SOURCE: EuropaWire

Cutlery, Food & Beverage, Food Aditives & Chemicals, Packaging, Products, Services, Solutions

Loliware’s compostable, ocean-safe seaweed resins now available to Montachem’s global customer base

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MILAN, 4-Sep-2023 — /EPR FOOD AND BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Montachem International, the global thermoplastics resin corporation, will announce tomorrow its move into biomaterials with U.S.-based Loliware, an award-winning materials science company. The debut marks the first time Montachem has adopted biomaterials into its European portfolio of plastic resins. The companies are debuting their seaweed-based resins at the Plast conference (Hall 9-Booth 141/142 A/B) in Milan tomorrow, an event that also marks Loliware’s entrance into Europe’s $3.5 billion bio-resin market.

The launch introduces Loliware’s compostable, ocean-safe seaweed resins to Montachem’s global customer base, expanding their product assortment beyond Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polystyrene, PVC, and PET. The company expects to sign a full commercial agreement by the end of 2023, with a multi-year program to distribute Loliware’s seaweed resins for extrusion and injection molding to their manufacturing customers. Notably, Loliware’s SEA Technologyresins are engineered to be processed on existing plastics machinery.

Loliware’s entry into the EU market comes at a time when most currently available biomaterials have not met the strict regulatory requirements for home compostability, an issue Loliware solved early into its seven-year journey to design a better plastic alternative.

“We aim to be fully engaged with environmentally friendly materials that contribute to our ESG mission, and Loliware was the clear standout. Because these new resins fit into existing manufacturing equipment, it is an easy switch for our customers who want to diversify their product selection,” said Montachem President and CEO Jerry Murcia. “Expanding our resins with these revolutionary, versatile, modern materials is the right thing at the right time.”

“With Montachem, we can offer global plastic converters a cost-effective alternative that complies with new legislation, new customer demands, and new waste requirements,” said Loliware CEO Sea Briganti. “We look forward to the many innovative products produced with our compostable seaweed materials, beyond the straws and utensils already in hotels and restaurants across the United States.”

According to recent estimates by KPMG, the global plastics market is projected to reach $753 billion by 2026, with increasing demand for plastic products. At the same time, there are significant concerns over their environmental impacts, particularly the accumulation of plastic waste in the oceans. Governments and consumers alike are focusing on reducing plastic waste, the company said, and upstream companies are increasingly offering plastic alternatives to meet rising demands from customers and consumers.

About Montachem International (https://www.montachem.com)
Serving the plastics industry since 1988, Montachem distributes a complete line of thermoplastic resins and related additives to meet the needs of plastics’ converters around the globe. With sales offices worldwide, Montachem is an international sourcing solution, delivering the highest level of customer service and competitive pricing structures. Montachem boasts solid, long-lasting customer and supplier relationships and their outstanding financial performance makes it a stable, reliable partner. Montachem is poised for international growth and is currently focused on increased investments in high-performing markets.

About Loliware Inc. (https://www.loliware.com)
Loliware is an award-winning materials science company replacing single-use plastics with seaweed-based materials that are Designed to Disappear™. As the first company worldwide to scale seaweed as a high-performance, cost-effective replacement to fossil fuel-based plastics, Loliware’s SEA Technology, is a new category of sustainable resins that can be processed on existing plastics equipment into limitless home-compostable, circular products that regenerate the earth. Loliware’s partners include resin distributors, global manufacturers, and major brands worldwide, including Montachem, Sinclair & Rush, José Andrés Group and 1Hotels.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

Beverage, Beverages, Equipment, Food & Beverage, Food Processing, Services, Solutions

BevZero introduces an advanced pasteurization unit in South Africa to enhance non-alcoholic beverage stability

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WELLINGTON, South Africa, 16-Aug-2023 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — BevZero, a leading name in the non-alcoholic beverage industry, is thrilled to announce the deployment of an advanced mobile flash pasteurization unit available in Q4 2023 through its facility in South Africa. This new addition marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to delivering the highest quality and stability for its non-alcoholic beverages. 

The pasteurization unit, a TMCI PADOVAN, is designed to ensure the safety and longevity of non-alcoholic beverages by eliminating harmful pathogens and microorganisms without compromising on taste or nutritional value. This innovative system applies precisely controlled heat to the beverages, effectively extending shelf life while maintaining the utmost product integrity. The main services provided will be:

  • Flash Pasteurization (Micro stability) of de-alcoholised wine prior to filling
  • Flash Pasteurization of grape juice to prolong storage and reduce storage risk
  • Flash Pasteurization, the loading of high sugar content still wine into export containers

“We export most of the non-alcoholic beverages we process to the UK and EU,” states Gustav Fouche, Managing Director, South Africa. “The addition of the pasteurization unit will ensure our customer products maintain their quality no matter the time it takes to arrive to its destination”. 

The pasteurization process employed by BevZero’s state-of-the-art unit not only ensures the safety of its products but also optimizes the stability of non-alcoholic beverages over time. By gently treating the beverages, the unit effectively inhibits the growth of harmful microorganisms that could compromise taste and freshness. As a result, consumers can enjoy the same great taste and quality they expect from BevZero’s non-alcoholic offerings, even after prolonged periods of storage. 

In addition to the immediate benefits for consumers, the implementation of this pasteurization unit is also a key step towards achieving BevZero’s sustainability goals. By extending the shelf life of non-alcoholic beverages, the company aims to reduce waste and minimize its environmental impact. This aligns perfectly with BevZero’s ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and creating a greener future for the beverage industry. 

“We are incredibly excited about the implementation of the new pasteurization unit at our South Africa facility,” said Jerome Eckert-Nathan, President and CEO of BevZero. “This investment reflects our unwavering dedication to providing consumers with high quality, safe, consistent, and flavorful non-alcoholic beverages, as well as our commitment to sustainability.” 

For more information about the pasteurization service offered in South Africa read our flyer or contact Gustav Fouche at gustav@bevzero.com. 

About BevZero

Over the last 30 years, BevZero has established itself as a global leader in beverage services, equipment, and innovative solutions, offering its expertise, products, services, proprietary dealcoholization processes and equipment to companies worldwide. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain and Wellington South Africa. 

For low-and-no alcohol wines, beers, and ciders, BevZero provides beverage development and production solutions including product formulation, supply chain management, exclusive access to advanced equipment, white label and private label products to service a wide range of global clients. Employing a team of dedicated winemakers, brewers, engineers, and scientists, BevZero is able to serve as a one-stop-shop for beverage brands of all sizes to take a product from brainstorm to bottle, producing the highest quality low and non-alcoholic beverages. 

For more information about BevZero, visit the BevZero website and social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn). 

SOURCE: EuropaWire

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Franklin Junction partners with Casper to bring American restaurant brands to Europe

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GHENT, 14-Mar-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Franklin Junction partners with Casper, a modern day food hall offering 100% virtual orders for takeout and delivery, to expand iconic American restaurant brands to Benelux and France. Franklin Junction founder, Rishi Nigam, and Casper founder, Matthias Laga, presented their expansion plans at the recent International Ghost Kitchen Conference in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Franklin Junction has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2023 as they continue to deliver innovative technology solutions for restaurants in the US and now abroad. Leading the way with their proprietary Host Kitchen® model, Franklin Junction has grown into a full suite of solution services to empower restaurant success in the digital age. In 2022, Franklin Junction introduced its AI-powered digital food hall that allows consumers to order food and earn loyalty from multiple concepts in a single transaction and delivery.

“As industry leaders driving the growth of American restaurant brands in new markets, we have received a tremendous amount of interest to expand to the European market for a few years now,” shares Franklin Junction CEO Rishi Nigam. â€œAfter getting to know Matthias and the entire Casper team over the past year, we have full confidence that they are a trusted partner to expand globally with and we’re thrilled to bring iconic American fare to new diners across Europe.”

Casper launched in Ghent, Belgium and raised €5 million for their Series A in 2022 with the objective of creating a hybrid restaurant and food hall model where customers can walk-in to place orders for takeout or order through digital channels for delivery. In just a short time, Casper has expanded to over 10 locations in Belgium, the Netherlands, and France, with an expansion goal of 50 kitchens by 2024.

“We’re very excited to partner with Franklin Junction and begin by introducing Nathan’s Famous’ authentic New York flavors to our European customers in the coming weeks,” states Matthias Laga, Co-founder and CEO of Casper. â€œFranklin Junction uniquely understands restaurants, multi-concept food halls, and restaurant eCommerce and their proprietary processes are extremely virtuous for all stakeholders.”

ABOUT FRANKLIN JUNCTION
Franklin Junction is reinventing restaurant eCommerce with a sustainable, profitable approach to digital growth. We offer the first end-to-end platform, unifying eCommerce technology and managed services, so restaurants can win in the digital age. Led by a team of seasoned leaders in restaurant operations, machine learning, and digital marketing, our suite of services includes proprietary technology deployments, third-party governance, omni-channel strategy definition, and full-service eCommerce management. Originators of the Host Kitchen® model for take-out/delivery expansion, Franklin Junction has empowered restaurant operations worldwide to achieve sustained profitable growth with fewer headaches and wasted resources.

ABOUT CASPER
Casper was founded in March 2020 by Matthias Laga (1986), Zhong Xu (1985), CEO/co-founder Deliverect and Peter Van Praet (1988), CEO/founder Bavet. Casper is a hybrid delivery and take out-only restaurant (a so-called ghost kitchen or dark kitchen) that sells 10 quality virtual brands for different tastes – reasonably priced and sustainably packaged. The chain of hybrid kitchens is currently active in Ghent, Antwerp, Leuven, Brussels, Liège and Bruges, and partners with the marketplaces Just Eat Takeaway, Deliveroo and UberEats to deliver their delicious food. As of Q3, Casper will also be present in multiple locations in the Netherlands (The Hague, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Utrecht) and France (Lille). Luxembourg will follow in Q4. By Q2, 2024 Casper plans to operate out of 50 international locations.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

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Beverage industry leader BevZero earns ISO 14001 Certification for Spanish facility

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VILLATOBAS, Spain, 17-Feb-2023 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Beverage industry leader BevZero announced that it has received ISO 14001 Certification for the BevZero Spain manufacturing facility in Villatobas, Spain.

BevZero has been dedicated to improving their processes and commitment to customer satisfaction over the past 30 years. The BevZero Spain office, located in the heart of Spain’s wine country, has been actively updating their facility and focusing on environmental initiatives in order to align corporate values and serve their customers. They first received IFS Certification in 2018, which requires a rigorous audit of all processes and quality control systems across operations and production and offers several levels of certification. From 2019 to 2022, BevZero achieved higher level IFS certification by complying with 95% of the requirements. BevZero Spain wanted to push their commitment further by working toward its ISO 14001 Certification, which was officially earned in January 2023.

ISO 14001 is an international standard for an environmental management system. Any company that has this certification is dedicated to making improvements toward environmental compliance and performance, such as the reduction of waste and efficient use of resources. It also encompasses all the traditional ISO requirements, including documentation, procedures, and systems that ensure quality, safety, and efficiency, delivering a consistent and excellent product.

BevZero Spain General Manager, Silvia Cedeño Daguerre, says, “Environmental sustainability is important to BevZero globally and is increasingly important to our customers. We are proud to have the support of our employees in our environmental commitment.”

For more information regarding certifications for all BevZero locations, or the services and equipment they offer, visit bevzero.com.

About BevZero

Over the last 30 years, BevZero has established itself as a global leader in beverage services, equipment, and innovative solutions, offering its expertise, products, services, proprietary dealcoholization processes, and equipment to companies worldwide. BevZero has facilities in Santa Rosa California, Villatobas Spain, and Wellington South Africa. 

For low-and-no alcohol beers, wines, and ciders, BevZero provides beverage development and production solutions including product formulation, supply chain management, exclusive access to advanced equipment, white label and private label products to service a wide range of global clients. 

Employing a team of dedicated winemakers, brewers, engineers, and scientists, BevZero is able to serve as a one-stop-shop for beverage brands of all sizes to take a product from brainstorm to bottle, producing the highest quality low and non-alcoholic beverages. 

For more information, visit the updated BevZero website and social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).

SOURCE: EuropaWire
 

Alcoholic Beverages, Beverages, Food & Beverage, Products

Tanduay’s award-winning rum impressing connoisseurs in Austria

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Andreas Osler, Weisshaus Managing Director, together with the Weisshaus team welcome Tanduay in their product line. Tanduay, a heritage brand produced in the Philippines, is the world’s top-selling rum.

VIENNA, 10-Jan-2023 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Philippine brand Tanduay has partnered with Weisshaus, a leading distributor of international spirits, to bring the brand to Austria– making it the first Asian rum brand to enter the country.

Andreas Osler, Weisshaus Managing Director, said they see Tanduay’s enormous potential in their market.

“In our experience, rum connoisseurs in Austria generally like to experiment and are constantly on the lookout for new rums. Asian rums, in particular, are currently very popular, as they are also seen as an expression of the Asian way of life and nightlife, which is very trendy in this country,” he shared.

Rum is the second most popular among spirits in Austria and is consumed more frequently than whisky.

“Rum is enjoyed both at home and in bars and restaurants,” Osler said.

Tanduay President and COO Lucio Tan III shared that the brand’s entry into more European countries is an exciting new chapter in its 168-year-old history.

“It is a great time for Tanduay as we bring our Philippine-made rums to more countries that have a rich spirits culture. With Weisshaus as our partner, we believe that we will reach more customers in Austria,” he said.

Great Potential as a Sipping Rum, Perfect for Cocktails

Osler shared that the Tanduay Double Rum, one of the brand’s most-awarded products, impressed their team the most. They were surprised that no sugar was added during its production.

“It can become a serious competitor for leading rum brands in the premium rum segment in Austria. We see great potential in this rum to position it as a pure sipping rum,” he said.

The Tanduay Asian Rum Gold, Tanduay Asian Rum Silver, and Especia Spiced Rum, meanwhile, are perfect for mixing with trendy cocktails.

“They have what it takes to capture significant market shares from leading rum brands,” Osler pointed out.

Capturing the Austrian Rum Market

Osler shared that for Tanduay to gain a foothold in the Austrian rum market, they need to let consumers know the brand through “liquid to lips.”

To achieve this, Weishauss will bring Tanduay to trade fairs where they could give samples or hold tasting events and master classes.

“Among other things, we plan to offer Tanduay tasting samples in our shop. Due to the excellent quality of Tanduay rums, we assume that the initial spark for Tanduay’s success will have been given after this introductory phase,” he said.

Growing Global Presence

With its entry into Austria, Tanduay is steadily bringing its products to more European countries. In the past two years, it has already entered the markets of Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and the United Kingdom.

Tanduay is also available in 11 U.S. states and the territory of Guam, the United Arab Emirates, China, Singapore, and Hong Kong.

SOURCE: EuropaWire

Baked Goods, Cookies, Food, Food & Beverage, Gifts, Gourmet, Health Food, Marketing, Sweets

MAXINE’S HEAVENLY EXPANDS TEAM, NABBING TOP TALENT FOR KEY ROLES

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Senior Director of Sales and Director of Operations will help accelerate growth

Los Angeles, CA, 2021-Sep-28 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Maxine’s Heavenly, a Los Angeles-based company that makes decadent cookies for the sugar-conscious consumer, has added two key roles to their rapidly expanding team.

Samuel Neumann joins Maxine’s Heavenly as Senior National Director of Sales, following a nine year tenure with Mondelez International where he spent time in both Sales & Marketing positions across a variety of different accounts and brands. This included leading commercialization for one of the largest cookie brands in the world, ChipsAhoy. Most recently, Sam managed the U.S Costco business for Mondelez International.

Sam will lead sales for Maxine’s Heavenly leveraging his proven track record of success in creating strategic growth plans, building strong retailer partnerships, and unlocking sustainable growth within the snacking category.

Joseph Salvatore joins Maxine’s Heavenly as the brand’s Director of Supply Chain & Operations. Joseph has spent over a decade scaling operations for fast-growth companies, serving as part of the core team for two brands that made the “World’s Most Innovative Companies” annual listing by Fast Company. Previously, he was responsible for operations at natural brands like TIO Gazpacho and Exo Protein, where he worked directly with the creators of Magic Spoon.

Additionally, Joseph is an expert in Sustainability, having helped build cocoa direct and fair trade supply chains benefiting hundreds of family farmers in Madagascar for a social enterprise. He will help drive Maxine’s sustainability initiatives to achieve their goal of a “Triple Bottom Line.”

“I cannot think of two more qualified and exciting candidates to help drive our organization’s next phase of hyper-growth,” said CEO Robert Petrarca. “Both bring a passion for the brand along with tremendous industry expertise. With the addition of Sam and Joseph, we plan to continue to shake up the baking category and lead the charge on the future of snacking.”

The healthy cookie brand currently offers 7 every day and 3 seasonal flavors of super soft-baked cookies sweetened with unrefined coconut sugar and dates. Maxine’s Heavenly cookies are proudly free of sugar alcohols, stevia, monk fruit, refined white sugar, and artificial sweeteners.

About Maxine’s Heavenly: Maxine’s Heavenly makes decadent desserts with unrefined sugar and wholesome ingredients, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. Using mom’s baking for inspiration, we go the extra mile to make sure our treats taste like home, not the store. Learn more at maxinesheavenly.com.

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Baked Goods, Cookies, Food & Beverage, Gourmet, Health Food

MAXINE’S HEAVENLY NOW AVAILABLE AT SELECT COSTCO LOCATIONS

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Low sugar cookie brand adds key club account to its growing list of partners

Los Angeles, CA, 2021-Aug-25 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Maxine’s Heavenly, a Los Angeles-based company that makes decadent cookies for the sugar-conscious consumer, will be featured at select California and Hawaii Costco stores this August and September.

The healthy cookie brand’s club debut will feature a 20.8 oz pouch of their best-selling flavor: Chocolate Chocolate Chunk Soft-baked Cookies. Lightly sweetened with coconut sugar and dates, Maxine’s Heavenly cookies are proudly free of sugar alcohols, stevia, monk fruit, refined white sugar, and artificial sweeteners.

Maxine’s unique taste-first approach to the better-for-you market fits well with the core Costco customer: busy families who are looking to buy in larger quantities, but also want healthy, high-quality foods.

The brand’s relentlessly high standards for taste and ingredients has created a groundswell of support from consumers who are tired of their love/hate relationship with sugar.

⦁ “I feel good being able to satisfy my sweet tooth with great ingredients.” – Tamara

⦁ “I don’t feel guilty when I eat Maxine’s Heavenly cookies because of the natural goodness.” – El

⦁ “These cookies have a great taste and texture, plus none of those refined sugars that are so bad for you.” – Toby

⦁ “These are my kid’s favorite after-school snack, and I don’t feel bad letting them have a few because the ingredients are so good.” – Ernesto

⦁ “They taste great and are a great alternative when you want to be health conscious but still enjoy cookies. – Michelle

Maxine’s Heavenly can be found in 54 Los Angeles-area Costco clubs, 27 Bay area clubs, and 7 clubs in Hawaii. Customers can find participating Costcos by visiting the Maxine’s Heavenly store locator or by checking with their local club for availability. Customers are also encouraged to purchase while limited-supplies last.

About Maxine’s Heavenly: Maxine’s Heavenly makes decadent desserts with unrefined sugar and wholesome ingredients, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. Using mom’s baking for inspiration, we go the extra mile to make sure our treats taste like home, not the store. Learn more at maxinesheavenly.com.

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Beverages, Food & Beverage, Water

Kentucky Pure® Mineral Water – A Proven Winner!

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Greenup, Kentucky, U.S.A., 2021-Jan-13 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — 108 Kentucky Derby Winners were raised on water from the same aquifer Kentucky Pure Mineral Water is drawn from.

Giddyup! Enough said!

 

Look for Kentucky Pure Mineral Water on store shelves soon!

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River Rock Water LLC
16387 State Route 7
Greenup Ky 41144

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One Container of Healthy!

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Greenup, Kentucky, U.S.A., 2021-Jan-08 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Kentucky Pure Mineral Water comes naturally with all the minerals and elements needed to keep a body healthy and vital.

Sorry Doc, not today! Enough said!

 

Look for Kentucky Pure Mineral Water on store shelves soon!

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River Rock Water LLC
16387 State Route 7
Greenup Ky 41144

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Water Container Recycle Problem Solved

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Greenup, Kentucky, U.S.A., 2021-Jan-05 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Kentucky Pure Mineral Water comes in a 100% Biodegradable Container, so even if it DOESN’T get recycled properly, it won’t leave its mark on the earth forever the way typical plastic containers will.

Problem solved. Enough said!

 

Look for Kentucky Pure Mineral Water on store shelves soon!

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16387 State Route 7
Greenup Ky 41144

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Stuck for That Perfect Adult Stocking Stuffer? Need a Mommy’s Time Out After A Long Day At Home?

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East Hanover, NJ, 2020-Dec-07 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Mommy’s Time Out Wine is the perfect stocking stuffer, and can be enjoyed by just about anyone on your adult stocking stuffer list. Mommy’s Time Out features four varieties including Mommy’s Time Out Pinot Grigio, Mommy’s Time Out Moscato, Mommy’s Time Out Delicious Red, and Mommy’s Time Out Delicious Pink. All are made from grapes grown in Italy and have wonderful fruity undertones. All the wines are fresh, fruity and well balanced, and are delicious for sipping with snacks or to complement a meal.

Being at Home during the Holidays has changed. Hasn’t it? It used to be the place where we all relaxed after a hard day at work. Not now. We may be home monitoring the virtual learning of our children. We might be working longer hours, because work is now remote, and we still have to monitor the virtual learning of our children. We might have to make them lunch because our kitchen is now the school cafeteria. The producers of Mommy’s Time Out Wine understand and have offered the following thoughts to make the holidays the most enjoyable time of the year.

Keep the Holiday’s Simple; Celebrate at Home with Mommy’s Time Out wine. Being a parent is difficult enough. Make Some Memories that will Last a Lifetime. New Year’s Day is a great day to make some family memories. Try taking a family photo with someone holding up a sign with the year. It’s also a great day to measure everyone against the door jam, so they can look back at their growth in years to come. Remind each other and your children of all the good things that happened, and teach your family how to appreciate what they have. One way to do this is to ask each family member to write down three things they were thankful for in 2020 and share them over dinner during the Holidays or on New Year’s Eve.

“No matter what stage you’re at when it comes to being a Mommy, it’s one of the toughest and most rewarding jobs there is. That’s why we believe Mommy deserves something special for herself now and then, with Mommy’s Time Out Wine.” says Mike Cincotta President of Selective Wine Estates, Inc.

Adults over the age of 21 should enjoy Mommy’s Time Out responsibly.

For more information on Mommy’s Time Out please visit www.mommystimeoutwine.com.

*Mommy’s Time Out is a registered trademark of Selective Wine Estates, Inc.

** For editorial samples, please contact Mike Cincotta at (973) 722-3305 or email media@mommystimeout.net **

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Kentucky Pure lightly balanced mineral water soon to hit the shelves

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VANCEBURG, KY, 2020-Oct-01 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Some new kids on the block are emerging with a novel mineral water offering out of Kentucky, USA.

The company, River Rock Water LLC, is introducing its trademarked brand, Kentucky Pure Mineral Water. The brand offers exceptional taste and a unique, earth-friendly take on packaging. The company has been testing and developing this brand for five years to ensure the highest quality of “very light mineral” water available to consumers.

Kentucky Pure Mineral Water comes from an ancient aquifer that has been supplying the beautiful plains of Kentucky with its highly nutritional content for millions of years. As a testament to the water quality, 105 of the current 143 Kentucky Derby winners were raised on the nutritional grasses of Kentucky which were fed by these waters. Kentucky Pure lightly balanced mineral water is naturally packed with the optimum amount of minerals and trace elements required to promote biological health.

The founder, Tim LeMaster first drank from the well-head on a really hot day, sweating up a storm, and the water tasted so unique, the first words out of his mouth were, “Sweet Water”! As it turns out, farmers in the region had been saying that for centuries. Kentucky Pure Mineral Water has proven to be a real thirst quencher, satisfying the healthy need for refreshing hydration.

The entrepreneurial team behind Kentucky Pure are long time developers of new products. They have applied that product development experience to create a new development for water containers. Their design is 100% biodegradable, bypassing environmental concerns over the destruction and waste caused by traditional plastic water bottles.

Look for Kentucky Pure Mineral Water on store shelves soon.

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Kickstarter Project ‘Did Ya Wheatgrass’ Implements Food-Safety Lab Testing to Validate Quality and Integrity

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Pearland, TX, USA, 2020-Sep-15 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Did Ya Wheatgrass launches their Kickstarter project, on Sept. 22, 2020. Besides growing, harvesting and juicing their own wheatgrass, Did Ya Wheatgrass validates their juice quality and integrity by food-safety testing their wheatgrass juice at an approved Food Technology & Processing laboratory. This ensures the highest quality product to the consumer.

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) states, “It is critical that the wheatgrass is grown from seeds that are processed and obtained from an approved source. The seeds need to be stored and handled to prevent the contamination with any pathogens.” The DSHS continues, “According to FDA, wheatgrass juice is a low acid juice and, under the proper conditions, the raw product is susceptible to the growth of Clostridium botulinum.”

Did Ya Wheatgrass founder Raquel Payan adds, “People don’t get to see the growing process that goes on behind the scenes. And the only way to validate the quality and integrity of the juice is by food-safety testing the wheatgrass juice at an approved Food Technology & Processing laboratory. We want to provide the consumer with the highest quality wheatgrass juice product.” People will ask Payan, ‘How do you get your wheatgrass so sweet tasting? How is it so green?’ Payan responds by saying that the secret is in the growing process. Did Ya Wheatgrass pays considerable attention to the growing process, since it is critical to the quality of juice produced. As a result, Did Ya Wheatgrass Juice Pops are E. Coli free, Salmonella free and Clostridium botulinum free.

The Kickstarter Project, ‘Did Ya Wheatgrass Juice Pops Food-Safety Lab Tested (Vegan Food)’, is scheduled to launch on Sept. 22, 2020. Take a peek and sign up for notifications to stay tuned. For additional information, visit their website: https://www.didyawheatgrass.com.

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MAXINE’S HEAVENLY EXPANDS PARTNERSHIP WITH WHOLE FOODS MARKET ENTERING SOUTHWEST REGION

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Rapidly growing cookie company adds a third Whole Foods region

LOS ANGELES, CA, 2020-Aug-05 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Maxine’s Heavenly, a Los Angeles-based company that makes decadent but better-for-you cookies for the sugar conscious consumer, is now available in all Whole Foods Market locations in the Southwest region.

The expansion comes on the heels of recent growth into the Northern California Whole Foods region. Maxine’s partnership with Whole Foods initially began in 2018 through the local foraging program that saw an introduction into 10 stores. After much focus on building a strong consumer following, the brand was expanded to the full Southern Pacific region. The success of this region has instigated the further expansion into multiple additional regions.

“Whole Foods Market will always remain the dream account for emerging brands in the natural space, ” said CEO Robert Petrarca. “We’ve continued to be in awe of the attention and guidance the Whole Foods team has given our brand. We know our success is directly linked to the support we see from the Regional and Global teams and we admire the endless commitment they have to providing a platform for growing brands to reach receptive consumers.”

Maxine’s Heavenly contributes its success to the relevancy of their brand promise to consumers: decadent and delicious cookies that are made with better-for-you ingredients that serve a variety of dietary needs. No other cookie on the shelf can claim all of these unique qualities in one product:

  • Homemade taste inspired by Maxine’s original decadent recipe from the 1950’s.
  • Naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and dates for an unrefined, low sugar, and low glycemic cookie.
  • Made for more to enjoy – all flavors are certified gluten free, vegan, kosher, and non-GMO.

Whole Foods Market Southwest will carry three Maxine’s Heavenly SKUS: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk, Almond Chocolate Chunk, and Chocolate Chocolate Chunk.

About Maxine’s Heavenly: Maxine’s Heavenly homemade style, soft-baked cookies are mom’s recipe made so-much-better-for-you. Made for more to enjoy, Maxine’s Heavenly cookies are certified Gluten-Free, Vegan, Kosher, Non-GMO, and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and dates. Maxine’s Heavenly cookies was voted Best Snack of 2018 in Health Magazine. Learn more at maxinesheavenly.com.

Media contact:

Rachel B. Carmichael
Maxine’s Heavenly
424-261-7625
rachel@maxinesheavenly.com

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El Elixir de Oro y sus Maravillosas Propiedades Energéticas

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Eddie Mosler se inspira en el Universo para crear y ofrecer la mágica mezcla

MIAMI, FL, 2020-Aug-05 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — El artista plástico ecuatoriano Eddie Mosler, y altamente reconocido por realizar terapias medicinales con el oro, lanza al mercado internacional el “Elixir de Oro”, una mezcla de varios minerales coloidales con oro activado; lo cual, al ser mezclados generan ciertos componentes que ayudan a mejorar aspectos físicos y emocionales.

Mosler afirmó que su mayor inspiración para desarrollar este elixir es el universo, ya que le otorga el conocimiento y la creatividad para lograr conexiones de valor en el plano terrenal. Esa misma inspiración que le conduce a la creación de sus obras pictóricas le llevó a descubrir y elaborar el Elixir de Oro.

Recientemente el Elixir de Oro se ha consolidado como uno de los mejores productos dentro del mercado actual y, gracias a ello, se ha logrado una evolución exponencial en el ámbito físico, emocional y energético en las personas que lo han consumido.

Mosler, un artista que se denomina autodidacta explica “He diseñado varias terapias y productos para ayudar a las personas. De hecho, en la actualidad el Elixir se ha convertido en una herramienta fundamental para la elevación de la vibración ya que al tomarlo se amplifican los niveles energéticos. El Elixir de Oro es el resultado de la intensa exploración cromática, lumínica y energética de las dimensiones y de la estructura astral”,

La mezcla del Elixir de Oro está compuesta por ingredientes tales como el agua desmineralizada, oro comestible, plata, cobre y oro coloidal. Cada componente otorga por si solo beneficios extraordinarios dadas sus propiedades antibióticas, regeneradoras, antiparasitarias y desintoxicantes, los cuales en conjunto ayudan en casos de inestabilidad mental, estados emocionales como depresión, melancolía y ansiedad; incrementa el nivel de energía, mejora el sistema circulatorio, descalcifica la glándula pineal, reconfigura los campos áuricos, expande la conciencia, ayuda a equilibrar el sistema nervioso, ayuda con problemas digestivos, equilibra y armoniza cuerpo, mente y espíritu; favorece la concentración, ayuda a mejorar los estados de ánimo, ayuda con problemas circulatorios, alivia el estrés, mejora la condición de la piel, trabaja como agente rejuvenecedor, controla problemas de insomnio y estimula la producción de colágeno.

Mosler explicó que la magia del Oro radica en la autorización de su espíritu, el cual otorga la claridad sobre la utilización correcta de la energía y la evolución del alma. El Elixir de Oro pasa por un proceso de activación, el cual cuenta con una configuración que se basa en la estructura de polígonos de expansión cuántica y exponencial. “En entrevistas recientes he explicado que el Elixir no es tan solo un producto que ayuda a las personas, sino que su creación es algo que va más allá del plano terrenal, algo que logra elevar la energía sin necesidad de realizar grandes esfuerzos” añadió.

Por último, el creador del Elixir de Oro le aconsejó a la humanidad pensar acerca de sus acciones y consecuencias, en el cómo éstas pueden mejorar o hundir a sociedades enteras. A los nuevos artistas les aconsejó mantenerse conectados con el universo y siempre seguir sus principios e ideales.

Para más información, le pueden seguir en su página web www.eddiemosler.com y a través de sus redes sociales Instagram @eddiemosler, Facebook Eddie Mosler, Twitter @eddiemosler.

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NOW MORE THAN EVER YOU DESERVE A MOMMY’S TIME OUT!

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East Hanover, NJ, USA, 2020-Jul-06 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — During these unprecedented times, all we can say is THANK YOU! Thank you for everything you have done, and continue to do. Thank you for keeping the home together and making the new normal feel safe. Even when vacation plans change and summer camp is cancelled, you make everything OK because you are a great MOMMY!

All great Mommy’s know when they need to take a break and recharge. Next time, take a break with Mommy’s Time Out because you deserve it!

Mommy’s Time Out’s 15th vintage is now in the market! Our newest bottling of Moscato from Sicily was just introduced as well. These wonderful, tasty wines come in four varieties: Mommy’s Time Out Pinot Grigio, Mommy’s Time Out Moscato, Mommy’s Time Out Delicious Red and Mommy’s Time Out Delicious Pink. All are made from grapes grown in Italy and have fruity undertones. All the wines are fresh, fruity and well balanced and are delicious for sipping with snacks or to complement a meal.

“Mommy’s Time Out is a delightful wine that MOMMY’S can enjoy when they want to kick back and relax,” said Mike Cincotta, President of Selective Wine Estates, Inc. importers and brand owners of Mommy’s Time Out Wine.

Mommy’s Time Out comes in 750-ml and 1.5-L sizes. The suggested retail price is $9.99 for the 750ml size and $16.99 for the 1.5L size (Mommy’s Time Out Trebbiano Pinot Grigio only).

Adults over the age of 21 should enjoy Mommy’s Time Out responsibly.

For more information on Mommy’s Time Out please visit www.mommystimeoutwine.com.

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MAXINE’S HEAVENLY EXPANDS PRESENCE IN PACIFIC NORTHWEST REGION WITH KEY RETAILERS PCC AND HUCKLEBERRY’S

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Sugar conscious cookie brand now available in two new grocery chains

Los Angeles, CA, 2020-May-19 — /EPR FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS/ — Maxine’s Heavenly, a Los Angeles-based company that makes decadent but better-for-you cookies for the sugar conscious consumer, added PCC Community Markets and Huckleberry’s Natural Markets to its growing list of stores in the Pacific Northwest Region that carry their brand.

PCC Community Market is a 14 store food cooperative based in Seattle, Washington. It’s the largest consumer-owned food cooperative in the United States. Huckleberry’s Natural Market is a “store within a store” concept with 15 locations inside Rosauers Supermarkets in Washington, Idaho, Oregon, and Montana. Both chains are a perfect match for the Maxine’s Heavenly core values.

This latest expansion into the region illustrates Maxine’s Heavenly’s concerted efforts to drive growth and build brand awareness in the region. The Pacific Northwest is a natural extension for the brand, which has already seen significant growth and category dominance in both Southern and Northern California.

“PCC and Huckleberry’s have long been idyllic partners for us and we couldn’t be more excited that the timing now makes sense to take our products firmly into the Pacific Northwest,” said Robert Petrarca, CEO of Maxine’s Heavenly. “We’re thrilled we’ve earned the trust and confidence of both of these retailers, and we’re excited to launch with the support of the Green Spoon team.”

“We’re incredibly excited to expand our partnership with Maxine’s Heavenly,” said Kari Pedriana, Co-Founder and CEO of Green Spoon Sales. “We love their product, stand behind what they offer their customers, and have seen first hand their extraordinary growth potential.” Green Spoon currently represents Maxine’s Heavenly in five domestic regions throughout the United States.

About Maxine’s Heavenly: Maxine’s Heavenly homemade style, soft-baked cookies are mom’s recipe made for today. They are half the sugar, sweetened naturally with coconut sugar and dates, and the first ingredient is oats. Made for more to enjoy, Maxine’s Heavenly cookies are certified gluten-free, vegan, kosher, and non-GMO. Maxine’s Heavenly was voted Best Snack of 2018 in Health Magazine. Learn more at maxinesheavenly.com.

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Media contact:

Rachel B. Carmichael
Maxine’s Heavenly
424-261-7625
rachel@maxinesheavenly.com