The rapid-pitch competition, showcasing product innovations in the early stages, featured six startups from the popular Startup Pavilion competing for the grand prize in the finale.
This year’s challenge pushed participants to explore new and novel uses for egg yolk in food product development, moving beyond traditional applications to unlock new potential in functionality, format, and flavor.
Rooted in a 60-year legacy and reportedly long considered a gold standard in New York-style pizza, Di Fara’s newest innovation brings something completely fresh to the frozen aisle, the company notes.
The company’s GTF60 Flexi provides modularity and versatility in a compact, balcony-style design while still producing up to 240 cartons/trays per minute.
The process allows premium ingredients such as heart-healthy nuts and superfoods to visibly and effectively adhere to pita chips using a proprietary baking technique.