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#245: New! Sweet Chili Wing Sauce and Glaze from Sweet Baby Ray's: a tasty sweet & spicy combination...

9/29/2014

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Several things are synonymous with the Fall season.  For some, these include shorter days, cooler weather, back to school and football games. During football season, tailgate and home parties are commonplace.  Everyone seems to have one or more of their favorite foods during these times.

New Sweet Chili Wing Sauce and Glaze from Sweet Baby Ray's in Chicago, IL, received many positive comments from taste panel members.

What we liked:
     Feedback from some taste panel member included "This sauce is sweet with a bit of heat that doesn't seem to overpower the flavor.", "The thickness of the sauce is a pleasant surprise.", "Sweet Baby Ray's product are always enjoyable.  This sweet chili sauce is a good product line extension.", "I like that this can work well as both a sauce and a glaze.", and "I believe that Sweet Baby Ray's Sweet Chili Sauce might also be good as a condiment to add a bit of heat to other food items." 

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#244: New! Bigelow Salted Caramel Tea (contains caffeine): a new and unique warm beverage for fall... 

9/26/2014

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     It's been a while since we introduced our last beverage. Recently, we sent our brandnewfoods.com taste panel team out into the marketplace to pick up some items that could help to commemorate the arrival of Fall. 

     Bigelow Salted Caramel Tea from R.C. Bigelow Inc. in Fairfield, Connecticut, caught the attention of one of our members, and he brought it back to the taste panel. The product received positive feedback from many of our members.  Ingredients (from packaging) include black tea, natural flavors (soy lecithin), rose hips, and chicory root.

What we liked:
     Taste panel feedback included "It's so interesting that the simple ingredient list: black tea, natural flavors (soy lecithin), rose hips, and chicory root could make a tea that tastes like this.", "Although the flavor is subtle, it does remind me of caramel.",  "I love the aroma of this tea!", "This caffeinated tea, might be a great substitute for those who don't want coffee in the morning.", "This would make a great dessert tea.", "This tea would be great with a splash of milk or half-and-half and some sweetener.", "I really appreciate the individually-wrapped tea bags in the 20-count variety pack.", "The packaging is very festive.", and "I've always enjoyed Bigelow teas.  This is one is one of my more recent favorites.". 

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#243: New! Libby's Pumpkin Cheesecake Kit  + cream cheese + butter = a delicious dessert! 

9/23/2014

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     With the start of the Fall season, now's a great time to feature new and traditional flavors typically associated with this time of year. Of course, pumpkin is one of the flavors that we see more and more of during this time.

New Libby's Pumpkin Cheesecake Kit distributed by Nestle Baking a division of Nestle USA Inc. in Solon, OH,  was a sweet surprise for several of our taste panel members.

What we liked:
     Taste panel comments on the final baked product included "I love that you only need to add butter, and cream cheese as ingredients to this mix before baking.", "The flavor and consistency of this dessert was top notch.", "After trying this, I'm certain that we'll be having more pumpkin cheesecake during the coming months.", "I can't wait to try the mini pumpkin cheesecakes recipe printed on the box.", and "The simple preparation and baking directions were easy to follow." and "I love the rich quality taste of this pumpkin cheesecake.  I'm ready for seconds..."

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#242: Spicy Clucker Pizza from Scremin' Sicilian Pizza Company: A very unique name for a spicy and tasty pizza...

9/20/2014

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   It's common that one or more brandnewfoods.com taste panel members will have their attention taken by unusual or attractive packaging, and/or an interesting or unusual product name. What's altogether terrific is when the packaging and oroduct name also deliver a great tasting food or beverage. The next item up fits that criteria very well.

    Spicy Clucker Jalapeno Chicken, Bacon,  Ranch Sauce,  and Cheese pizza from Screamin' Sicilian Pizza Co. and distributed by Palermo Villa Inc. in Milwaukee, WI, probably wins the title for most unique product name in 2014 so far. In addition, it's unique taste and spicy, hot ingredients really resonated with taste panel members.  Note: This pizza packs some spicy "heat". 

What we liked:
      Taste panel comments included "If you like spicy flavors and pizza, this might be your perfect pizza.", "The blend of ingredients is what really caught my eye.  I really love pizza and ranch sauce.", "Any pizza with bacon is tops in my book. This one is exceptional.", "For a frozen pizza, the quality of the Spicy Clucker was exceptional.", and "Wow, this pizza was devoured fast!"

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#241: Notable: Apricot and Cilantro Moroccan Style Tagine Sauce: a new dimension in flavor...

9/16/2014

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     One of our taste panel members was recently presented with some unique food items as a gift.  Upon opening the gift, the recipient was pleased with the idea of and look of each item.  Later, the taste panel enjoyed tasting items and picking their favorites.

     Moroccan Style Apricot and Cilantro Tangine Sauce, distributed by Alfez LTD in Fishpond, Bristol, England is part of an extensive line of food items that were inspired by the favorite childhood memories of the company's founder.

What we liked: 
    Taste panel comments included "Wow, I really enjoy the unique blend of flavors in this sauce.", "Our version was made with chicken and it was delicious!", "I love the easy preparation of a great dish by using this sauce." and "The apricot adds a nice tangy twist to this sauce."and "Foods like this make me glad that I'm broadening my food horizons and trying different cuisines."

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#240: Seasonal Release: Jell-O Pumpkin Spice Instant Pudding and Pie Filling: a great way to kick off the season. 

9/13/2014

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     For many brandnewfoods.com taste panel members, Fall, which begins in about a week, is favorite season., In addition, the taste panel especially enjoys foods and beverages that can be found in limited  editions or are produced seasonally. 

     With Fall, pumpkin and spices are flavors that definitely come to mind. A taste panel member noticed the following item during a recent shipping trip and he was was excited to share it with the taste panel. Jell-O Pumpkin Spice Instant Pudding and Pie Filling, (artificially flavored) from Kraft Foods Group, Inc. in Northfield, Illinois received positiv feedback from many on our taste panel. 

What we liked:
     Comments from the taste panel included "This item will be a great addition to my seasonal pantry.", "...nice addition of cinnamon and spice flavors", "I love the very quick, easy preparation - easy as (Jell-O) pie!", "This would make a great pumpkin flavored dessert this Fall.", and "I've always bought Jell-O products and can't wait to try more limited-edition products like this one.".

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#239: New! Taste panel samples Idahoan Steakhouse Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes....

9/10/2014

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     Our taste panel convened for a weekend brunch recently.  On the menu were several popular items, some familiar favorites and a few new things. One new item was a big hit with many of our taste panel members.
   
    Idahoan Brand Premium Steakhouse Cheesy Hashbrown Potatoes from Idahoan Foods, LLC in Idaho Falls, ID is a new item from an extensive line of Idahoan Brand LLC potato-based products that can be found in many retail grocery locations.

What we liked:
   Taste panel member comments included, "Wow, there's lots of savory flavor in these hashbrowns.", "I love the cheesy flavor in these breakfast potatoes.", "With so much savory flavor in these, I could easily be satisfied by eating a bit less of them.", "I like the easy preparation on these.", and "Just adding these to your typical weekend breakfast could bring it up a notch." 

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#238: New! Silk Almondmilk Protein + Fiber...

9/7/2014

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     Like many of our peers, we're paying a bit more attention to protein and fiber these days. On top of that, one taste panel member is experimenting with dairy-free eating. For that person, in particular, getting adequate sources of quality protein can be an even bigger challenge.

   Our next item, new Silk Almondmilk Protein + Fiber, distributed by White Wave Foods in Broomfield, CO, received solid comments from several members of the brandnewfoods.com taste panel.

What we liked: 
     Taste panel remarks included "I like that this Silk Almondmilk Protein & Fiber has more protein than what I've seen from other almond milks.", "I'm always looking for ways to get more fiber.  This almond milk would be a very creative way.", "I've heard of Silk products for quite some time.  The Protein + Fiber has me interested.", and "Since I'm trying to avoid dairy, Silk Almondmilk Protein + Fiber could be a great stand-by."

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#237: New! Speculoos Cookie Butter Ice Cream from Trader Joe's®: simply irresistable...

9/3/2014

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     Although this might surprise some, many of our taste panel members are eating smaller quantities of treats and snacks these days. Perhaps this is because they know that they'll likely sample another interesting new and/or notable food soon. However, this doesn't mean that they've lost their interest in snacks altogether. In fact, they're as excited as ever to try a new potential feature post item.

Our next item, Speculoos Cookie Butter Ice Cream, distributed and sold exclusively by, Trader Joe's Inc., in Monrovia, CA, garnered positive feedback from the majority of the brandnewfoods.com taste panel.  

What we liked:
    Taste panel comments included "I love Cookie Butter from the jar and this ice cream has similar flavor blended in.", "This reminds me a bit of cookie dough ice cream but with a uniquely different flavor.", "I don't eat a lot of ice cream these days but when I do, I like it to be delicious and or different.  This fits the bill.", "This would be a great complement to cinnamon spice cookies and more.", "I can't wait to try this on a Belgian waffle.", and "I appreciate that Trader Joe's works to continually bring new and innovative products to it's customers."  

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