North Aire Market wins Best New Food for Bananas Foster Mix
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – A flavored mix developed to be added to cream cheese and served in a variety of unique ways was selected as the Best New Food Product at the 20th Annual Specialty Coffee Association show in Minneapolis in May. The winning mix, which takes it’s name and flavor profile from the beloved supper club dessert created in New Orleans, is a blend of banana, butter, brown sugar, warm spices and rum flavorings.
In these difficult economic times, North Aire Market has been able to increase revenues through the introduction of innovative products. The cheeseball/dessert mix line, which was launched a couple years ago, supports the trend of “tapas”, or small bites concept, which has become popular. Products such as the Bananas Foster Mix allow for “nibbling” on a decadent dessert, without the guilt associated with larger portions of cheesecake.
Other new products which capitalized on innovative packaging have also contributed to North Aire Market’s recent growth. The Company’s sales are currently up 42% over last year; with the final year end increase projected to fall at 22%. Other factors supporting the growth were an investment in capital equipment as well as the decision to relocate to larger quarters to allow for greater efficiencies and increased production.
North Aire Market’s products are sold under the labels Maggie & Mary’s, and Kitchen Dancer. Additionally, North Aire Market manufactures a variety of specialty foods which are sold into the private label market.
About North Aire Market
Founded in 1987, North Aire Market is a privately held manufacturer/distributor of specialty foods based in Shakopee, MN. Its award-winning Maggie & Mary’s Soups line includes Creamy Wild Rice, Salmon Bisque, Be Well Chicken Soup, and Hungarian Mushroom among others. The company also offers a complete line of appetizer and dessert cheeseball mixes as well as an array of beverage mixes.
While maintaining high standards to create exceptional food products, the Company enforces a strict dress code which it believes fosters creativity: “No blue suits, pantyhose, or high heels are allowed anywhere within 30 feet of the building’s perimeter.” The company’s products are available at more than 3,800 gourmet food, gift stores, and specialty retailers nationwide. For more information on North Aire Market and their new Bananas Foster Mix call 800-662-3781.
