The gourmet popcorn company known for its bold flavors and vibrant packaging is proud to be celebrating Pride Month (June) with its most colorful creations.
Inspired by the diversity and vibrancy of the LGBTQ community, Popcorn Shed’s vibrant Rainbow and Unicorn gourmet flavours represent the spirit of inclusivity and acceptance. Made by infusing fresh caramel with the prettiest colors and natural flavors, the brand has managed to create a taste experience that is as diverse and exciting as the community it celebrates.
“We believe in celebrating love in all its forms, and these special flavours are our way of spreading joy and positivity during this important month,” said cofounder Laura Jackson.
“Plus, they’re made for sharing with family, partners and friends all around the world. Because food is our way of spreading love!”
Filled with sunshine and positive vibes, the Rainbow Gourmet Letterbox Gift is guaranteed to put a big smile on any face (packed with three bags of gourmet popcorn for an RRP of £16).
Vanilla Rainbow is a mix of vanilla flavored, caramel coated gluten-free popcorn. (Shed: 80g, RRP £4.50; Snack Pack: 24g, RRP £1.70).
Meanwhile, Candy Floss Unicorn s a magical mix of pastel colored, candy floss flavored caramel popcorn (available in Shed for RRP £4.50 or Snack Pack for £1.70).
“At Shedquarters, we’re not only mad about popcorn, but also about caring deeply about people. And we believe that equality starts with creating awareness and visibility,” said Jackson.
“That is why, for the month of June, Popcorn Shed will be donating 10% of all website sales profits to GiveOut; an award-winning international community foundation, supporting LGBTQIA+ activism worldwide.”
Birch Benders – renowned for its convenient just-add-water pancake and waffle mixes – is launching its latest culinary innovation.
What sets these brownies apart is the organic purity. Birch Benders proudly leads the market by introducing the first organic brownie mix featuring a clean ingredient list, all without compromising the rich texture and taste cherished by brownie aficionados. Offering a luscious chocolate experience while upholding a commitment to clean eating, the Mix is made with only five simple ingredients: organic cane sugar, organic wheat flour, organic cocoa powder, salt and organic natural flavor.
“We’re thrilled to elevate the organic baking aisle with our Organic Ultimate Fudge Brownie Mix, a new pinnacle of indulgence,” said COO Dan Anglemyer.
“Crafted from just five organic ingredients, our brownie mix delivers exceptional taste and quality, offering consumers an organic indulgence they can savor with confidence.”
Birch Benders Organic Ultimate Fudge Brownie Mix can be found at select US retailers – including Walmart, Meijer, natural food stores and online – for an RRP of $4.68. Each pack yield 16 fudgy brownies.
The Barney Almond Butter producer is planning to dramatically expand its portfolio. In fact, the establishment of a second manufacturing facility will focus on processing a wider range of nut butters, starting with Barney Peanut Butter.
The brand will be rolling out Smooth, Crunchy and Bare Smooth varieties of peanut butter into retailers across the US this month for an RRP of $5.99.
As the second-largest almond butter brand in the market (US Foods, April 2024), Barney & Co. has gained a reputation for its exceptional quality and unique production process. And thanks to its proprietary manufacturing techniques, unlike traditional nut butters, Barney’s products are known for the absence of oil separation.
“We’re excited to take our expertise and innovation beyond almond butter and venture into the broader nut butter category,” said CEO Dawn Kelley.
“Our goal has always been to provide consumers with the highest quality nut butters but only if we can maintain our peanut-free promise for our almond butters, and this expansion allows us to bring that same level of excellence to peanut butter and other varieties.”
In addition to peanut butter, Barney & Co. plans to introduce new nut butter varieties in the coming months, leveraging its expertise in flavor profiles and manufacturing techniques. The company remains committed to providing the best made nut butters on the market, responsible sourcing practices and ensuring that every jar of nut butter not only tastes great but is made better, with the best quality ingredients.
In the meantime, Barney Almond Butters are free from cross contamination from peanuts and other allergens. Barney also makes and sells almond flour, almond meal, and defatted almond powder. Barney Butters are Made Better: Certified Glysophate Free, Certified Sustainable Palm Fruit Oil, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO verified, PPO Free, Vegan and packaged in #1 PET, BPA-free jars.
The UK’s number one pie brand has added five new recipes to its savory pastry line up to add even more full-on flavour to the category.
Three individual pies – All Day Breakfast Pie, Sausage Casserole Pie and Chicken, Ham & Leek Pie – have been launched to extend brand appeal among new and existing shoppers.
The All-Day Breakfast Pie follows hot on the heels of the launch of Pukka’s All Day Breakfast Slice, combining baked beans, mushrooms, smoked bacon and sausage in a tomato sauce. Pukka’s Sausage Casserole Pie includes pork sausages with onions, mushrooms and carrots, while the Chicken, Ham & Leek Pie combines these ingredients in a creamy cheddar cheese sauce.
Meanwhile, Pukka has taken the slices market by storm, producing five of the top 10 bestselling slices. It’s solidifying its position as a category leader with a duo of recipes. First up, the Cheese & Bacon Toastie Slice wraps smoked bacon and oozy cheddar cheese sauce in a puff pastry case, which can be enjoyed cold or hot. The Margherita Pizza Slice combines the classic pairings for a full-on veggie option.
Rolling out in Morrisons stores across the UK for an RRP of between £1.75 and £1.99.
pladis is solidifying its presence on the cheese board by introducing a new Caramelised Red Onion flavor to its growing Carr’s Melts range.
The launch sees these iconic crisp wheaten biscuits – which have a light and mouth-watering texture – infused with the sweet and smoky flavor of caramelized red onion: perfect on their own or topped with a mature cheddar.
Carr’s Melts is already a top choice for savory snackers, with sales worth £9.3m. But pladis has spotted a golden opportunity for a Caramelised Red Onion variant, which is a particularly popular flavor amongst younger, affluent family shoppers.
“We’re seeing consistently high demand for top-quality and top-tasting savory snacks, especially with more people spending time at home and valuing togetherness,” said Asli Askman, marketing director at pladis UK&I.
“We want to capture the essence of a classic cheese board favorite while offering shoppers a snack that can be enjoyed across lots of different occasions. Currently bought by almost 1.4m households in the UK, caramelized onion is already a popular flavour when it comes to savoury biscuits . So, it was a natural next step for us to put our own Carr’s Melts spin on it.
“That's why we're thrilled about this latest addition to our range and why we're confident it will be a hit with our loyal fans, plus anyone looking to elevate their snacking experiences – whether straight from the pack or paired with favourite toppings.”
Carr’s Caramelised Red Onion Flavour Melts is launching in Waitrose stores across the UK in 150g boxes for an RRP of £1.99), followed by a wider rollout across multiple retail, convenience and wholesale.
The brand’s #1 most requested flavor is hitting shelves to give fans a whole new way to enjoy this Sticking Delicious snack.
Featuring a flavorful new twist on the beloved ooey-gooey snack, Rice Krispies Treats Chocolatey Peanut Butter taps into the iconic flavor pairing to create the perfect blend of salty and sweek.
It comes at the perfect time for fans in need of a #littletreat – that sweet something you get yourself to infuse a bit of joy into an otherwise boring or monotonous day.
“or years, fans nationwide have written in to us asking for this flavor, so we are thrilled to finally satisfy everyone's craving for Rice Krispies Treats Chocolatey Peanut Butter,” said Juan Boido, senior brand manager at Kellanova.
“We specialize in making ooey-gooey treats that infuse joy into the everyday and this new flavor is the perfect snack to delight the whole family, from the kids to the kids-at-heart. We can't wait to hear what our fans think.”
Rice Krispies Treats Chocolatey Peanut Butter will be hitting snack aisles at US retailers nationwide for an RRP of $4.49 for 7ct or $8.42 for 14 in a box.
