Consumers are becoming more aware of what they’re putting in their bodies, and food companies are making changes to meet the demand for healthier products.
According to this Food Business News article, consumers have shown more interest in organic and natural foods, while also becoming more concerned about additives, preservatives, and artificial colors. This presents [...]

Historically, during a recession consumers tend to eat less healthy foods, as fast food restaurants ramp up promotions and dollar menus. A common misconception is that purchasing healthier food products is more expensive. Not the case with this recession. In fact, the opposite is happening. Consumers are becoming more creative and resourceful in their shopping [...]

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MagicKitchen.com offers alternative service to former Home Bistro Customers after Chapter 11 Filing.
Los Altos, CA (June 9, 2009) - MagicKitchen.com, a leading provider of frozen, chef-prepared, home-delivered meals has proudly announced their new campaign to assist former customers of (now-bankrupt) Home Bistro with an alternative for frozen meal delivery, here today.
Following the [...]

The gluten-free product market is missing something besides gluten. Although 2008 sales of gluten-free products topped $1.5 billion dollars in the U.S., there is still room to grow.
A gluten-free diet is often recommended in the treatment of celiac disease, and is also helpful for those with wheat allergies. What makes it tricky is that [...]

Further supporting our observations and research in the past year is this new data from Nielsen, FMI, and Better Homes & Gardens. People are going out to eat less, bringing take-out home less, and preparing meals at home in ever-increasing numbers. These figures help to explain the growth that we’re seeing across many categories in [...]

Interestingly we ran across this article based on reports from Mintel on Yahoo yesterday. It illustrates a stark contrast regarding WHO is launching new food products. At Gourmet Business Solutions we have seen a more than 100% increase in startup consulting projects/new food business launches within the past year. Contrary to the article, our data [...]

Here’s a compelling fact: besides water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. Some drink it hot, some like it iced. Many prefer Black, but Green is gaining popularity along with White and Oolong. In fact, tea is making its way to the top of the beverage segment in the U.S.!
Imports have [...]

One life lesson that I have learned over the years is to always learn from the mistakes of others. In this particular case, it is one that every food producer should pay attention to.
According to Food Business News, “A class action lawsuit was filed against Van’s International Foods, a subsidiary of Healthy Food Holdings, Inc., [...]

Things are really taking off here, and we’ve decided to expand our management team once again to keep growing our new programs and client base.
Ron Moon, Director of Consulting Operations - Ron brings a positive and energetic work approach and an exemplary blend of talents in the areas of business development, revenue growth, and territory [...]

We are extremely excited to announce the addition of some very talented food industry veterans to our growing team. Greg Wiley, our new Director of Business Development, brings over twenty years of experience in the food industry including his tenure as a Director for Acosta Sales & Marketing, and National Sales Manager for Windsor Foods. [...]