gourmet & specialty foods

Ernst & Young names Zolli Candy teen founder as Entrepreneur of the Year finalist

Fifteen year-old Michigan native Alina Morse was announced today by Ernst & Young LLP (EY) as an Entrepreneur Of The Year (EOTY) 2020 Michigan and Northwest Ohio Award finalist. Now in its 34th year, the... more »

Nassau Candy acquires assets of Pennsylvania Dutch Candies

Nassau Candy, a manufacturer and wholesale distributor of confectionery, gourmet food, and private label/customized souvenir products, has acquired the assets of Pennsylvania Dutch Candies. This latest acquisition will add an increased sales presence across the... more »

Two & Company and Té Tonic form strategic partnership

The modern cocktail scene is bursting at the seams. In a social gathering with friends a few years ago, the co-founder of Té Tonic, Toni Ruono, recognized how much fun people were having missing all... more »
Chukar Cherries Original Chocolate Assortment

Culinary Treasures

Over the last few decades, Americans’ culinary preferences have certainly evolved. Self-described “foodies” are celebrating variety and quality, as well as the overall experience of exploring new foods and indulging in local items. Specialty foods... more »

Summer Fancy Food Show recognizes food pioneers

Three specialty food pioneers will be recognized by the Specialty Food Association at the upcoming Summer Fancy Food Show. To honor their contributions to the nearly $150 billion specialty food industry, Lifetime Achievement Awards will... more »

Tasting Menu

You’ve probably already noticed it in your Instagram and Facebook feeds; the fancy doughnuts, gourmet cakes, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, and the exciting ice cream combos all point to one thing: food is big. It’s also a... more »

Stock Culinary Goods, Providence, Rhode Island

It is an unusually warm Saturday in January and Jan Faust Dane is busy pumping nitro coffee and kombucha to customers who swing by her gourmet and specialty store, Stock Culinary Goods in Providence, Rhode... more »

A Dash of Humor

For some, the kitchen is a place of pleasure — whipping up creative meals, setting artistic table designs, serving guests, and indulging in delectable meals and desserts. For others, the kitchen is a destination that... more »

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