Rudolph Foods Co. Inc., Lima, Ohio, a manufacturer of pork rinds and private- and branded-label snack products, has expanded into the restaurant segment. Rudolph Foods is bringing pellets and pork rinds to casual dining, quick-service and upscale restaurants, as well as food trucks, across the nation. The company’s pork rinds will make their debut in restaurants in summer 2012.
The snack industry should plan on attending or exhibiting at SNAXPO 2012, March 16-19, in Phoenix at the Phoenix Convention Center. Hosted by the Snack Food Association, this exciting diamond anniversary (75th year) snack event will provide opportunities to network with snack food industry professionals from around the world, learn the latest and greatest trends and technologies and hear interesting speakers, such as former Arkansas governor and best-selling author, Mike Huckabee.