Jose and Mary Tamayo embarked on a pathway of innovation in 1977 when they opened La Tortilla Factory in Santa Rosa, CA. It was Sonoma County's first taquería, but the Tamayos distinctively dubbed it a "Mexicatessen", and it put the family on the map. Patrons could order burritos and tacos from the storefront deli, and in the back, they had a machine and bags of masa to produce each day's fresh corn tortillas.
Kakookies—a cookie re-imagined—is making its first appearance at the National Restaurant Association in conjunction with other local Minnesota companies in the American Food Hall – Minnesota Pavilion Booth #8262.
Bakery snacks, including key segments like pastries, doughnuts, muffins, snack cakes and more, remain a staple in Americans' snacking routines. Whether shoppers are looking for an indulgent snack or a better-for-you item, there's something for everyone.
It should come as no surprise that taste is king and is one of the most important attributes when it comes to the success of a food or beverage product.
When Sheldon Romer opened his small bakery in Boulder, CO in 1976, he sought to offer nutritious, preservative-free breads and other baked goods to a local audience yearning for authenticity, people who were seeking a deeper connection to their food.
The gluten-free market continues to grow. Euromonitor reports that global sales hit $3.5 billion in 2016, up 12.6 percent compared to the previous year, and global gluten-free sales are projected to reach $4.7 billion by 2020. In this still-expanding market for gluten-free, snack producers and bakeries continue to develop strategies for growth and product improvement.