The industrial artisan bakery signs a deal with Ralphs, marking its West Coast expansion.

“Growth Through Innovation” is the theme of the next “Best Week in Baking,” to be held Feb. 28 to March 1 in Chicago.

New products and services from 1,309 exhibitors greeted and inspired visitors at the triennial show for members of the baking industry, held Sept. 12-17 in Munich.

New formulations and attributes, such as portability and convenience, make consumers take a second look at these longtime favorites.