Several leading UK food brands have teamed to form the Gluten Free Industry Association (GFIA) to support companies involved in the manufacture and trade of gluten free products. GFIA founding members are many leading UK food brands, including Bells of Lazonby, BFree Foods, Delicious Alchemy, Dr Schar, Genius Foods, Mrs Crimbles, Nairns Oatcakes, Northumbrian Fine Foods, and… Read More »
The latest Gluten Free intelligence you need. Right here. Right now. UK’s Gosh! expands free-from oven-ready range. Australia’s Vege Chip Company expands into China on Walmart deal. Arizona-based fast casual gluten-free restaurant chain Grabbagreen poised to open first Dallas unit this month. The Good Scone offers gluten-free cake mixes and flour. All pizzas at UConn dining… Read More »
Last week, Snyder’s-Lance reported third quarter revenue of $589 million, a 41% increase from $417 million in Q3 of 2015. The jump primarily is attributed to the inclusion of Diamond Foods, which was acquired in February 2016. The company also expanded its operating margin from 7.0% in Q3 2015 to 9.1% this year. The gain… Read More »
Aldi is adding seasonal items to its gluten-free brand roster again this year. A recent store visit found a few “new” liveGfree products that will make gluten free holiday recipes a bit easier. We’re talking about liveGfree gluten-free stuffing mixes and a gluten-free version of French fried crispy onions, a must-have for green bean casserole-making.… Read More »
An increasing number of big CPG brands are buying their way into health & wellness. And more specifically, they’re looking to stake a claim in gluten free. Last week, Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) announced the acquisition of pasta maker Caterina Foods of Pine Bluff, Illinois. Caterina specializes in gluten-free and high-protein pastas made from corn, lentils,… Read More »
I’ve been following a strict gluten-free diet since diagnosed with Celiac Disease 15 years ago, long before a gluten-free diet became in vogue. At first I relied on Whole Foods for my gluten-free food needs as I learned my new lifestyle and became more accustomed to what I could/couldn’t eat. More recently, though, I’ve been… Read More »
All the latest Gluten Free Retail HQ news you need. Right here. Right now. Snyder’s-Lance says better-for-you snacks will compose 40% of its portfolio by next year. Mikey’s Muffins introduces gluten-free pizza crust. Nature’s Food Patch introduces personalized shopping & wellness consultations. ShopRite celebrates 10 years of in-store retail dietitians. New gluten-free restaurant opens in… Read More »