After 13 years of medical practice, research and patient feedback, cardiologist Kota J. Reddy created Reddy Bread, a line of pita bread, flatbread and tortillas that are formulated to help adults struggling with weight loss and blood sugar issues.
While times have been rough for some bakery categories, frozen pizza manufacturers continue to find their sweet spot by introducing products with creative flavors, premium toppings and affordable prices.
Nearly four years after the economic downturn, many Americans are still keeping a tight rein on their expenditures, monitoring how much they spend on essentials, including groceries, and nonessentials, such as eating out. Not surprisingly, many food manufacturers and restaurants have been impacted by this new-found consumer frugality, prompting the former to trim unprofitable items from their product lines and the latter to add more specials to their menus.
Flatbread and tortilla producers amplify their promotional spending and look to the social network to ensure consumers get the messages producers want them to have.
April 23, 2012
When you hear the word, “tortilla,” what typically comes to mind? Tacos? Burritos? Enchiladas? Fajitas? Quesadillas? What about wraps, flatbreads or melts?
Authenticity, versatility and bold flavors are in demand when it comes to ethnic foods. Manufacturers are finding many clever ways to meet consumer preferences in this up-and-coming market segment, all while keeping healthfulness in mind.
Since 1974, Grecian Delight Foods has prided itself on a variety of Greek and ethnic foods. Find out how this Elk Grove Village, Ill.-based company is expanding beyond its roots.
Family-owned Grecian Delight Foods recently opened a second production facility, devoted to producing frozen flatbreads. Take a tour of the state-of-the-art, 130,000-sq.-ft. facility.
This year, the tortilla market has had its share of ups and downs. But the market is rebounding, experiencing stronger growth, and is becoming one of the fastest growing segments in the baking industry, despite harsh weather and escalating commodities prices.