Liz Parker Kuhn

Consumers seek adventuresome flavors and better-for-you options in salty snacks

Although indulgent salty snacks are still popular, better-for-you is on the rise

August 16, 2019

Salty snacks are a staple of any American gathering; the big game is on TV, so make sure there is plenty of chips, tortilla chips and salsa to go around.

2019 State of the Industry: Tortilla chips evolve to fit better-for-you needs

State of the Industry 2019: Tortilla chips evolve to fit better-for-you needs

Tortilla chips showcase ethnic flavors, as well as different substrates.

Liz Parker Kuhn

July 25, 2019

Tortilla chips are a party staple. And while traditional versions still soundly resonate with the masses, chip manufacturers have been experimenting with new and interesting flavors, as well as better-for-you versions like organic options and chips based on vegetables or legumes.

State of the Industry 2019: Puffed and extruded snacks find growth through product diversity

Consumers find welcome diversity in puffed and extruded snacks

Liz Parker Kuhn

July 23, 2019

Puffed and extruded snacks cover a lot of ground: from cheese snacks to multigrain chips and pork rinds, they dominate the snack aisle. And they span a wide range of snacking occasions, from fun and indulgent to mindfully better-for-you.

State of the Industry 2019: Snack cakes find strength in diversity

Snack cakes continue to do well due to their “on-the-go” versatileness

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 20, 2019

Snack cakes have always been popular, partially due to the fact that they're so portable - pop one in your purse or in the car, and you've got an "on-the-go" snack. The category continues to grow, with different flavors and trends emerging each year.

State of the Industry 2019: Pizza offers more options, healthier crust alternatives

From cauliflower crusts to premium ingredients, the pizza category is changing for the better

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 19, 2019

The world of pizza is growing more diverse. The industry is more accommodating toward those with Celiac disease or who prefer to eat gluten-free, and mainstream consumers now have a variety of crusts to choose from, to boot.

State of the Industry 2019: The cookies category sees strategic growth through expanding niches

Gluten-free and better-for-you cookies continue to be top trends

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 17, 2019

When we consider the cookie market today, it's a far cry from the ones that your grandma used to serve: They come in all shapes and sizes, and some can even be considered a "better for you" snack now, too.

Snacking trends at THAIFEX '19, Bangkok, Thailand

Liz Parker Kuhn

June 11, 2019

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery had the chance to attend THAIFEX this year, held at the IMPACT convention center in Bangkok, Thailand.

Air handling equipment strives to keep snack and bakery facilities on task

Air handling equipment must consider sanitation factors and other safety issues

Liz Parker Kuhn

May 22, 2019

The right air handling equipment, including supporting equipment, is vital to maintaining effective snack and baking production environments.

Exclusive interview: Douglas Machines Corp. on its 40th anniversary

Liz Parker Kuhn

April 23, 2019

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery recently was able to speak with Darcel Schouler, marketing manager, Douglas Machine Corp., about its 40th anniversary.

Snack and bakery companies seek new options for sanitation software

Sanitation software evolves based on industry standards

Liz Parker Kuhn

April 17, 2019

The food industry increasingly looks for paperless solutions for scheduling purposes. To meet this demand, software companies continue to work with to meet the industry's needs.

Articles by Liz Parker Kuhn

Consumers seek adventuresome flavors and better-for-you options in salty snacks

State of the Industry 2019: Tortilla chips evolve to fit better-for-you needs

State of the Industry 2019: Puffed and extruded snacks find growth through product diversity

State of the Industry 2019: Snack cakes find strength in diversity

State of the Industry 2019: Pizza offers more options, healthier crust alternatives

State of the Industry 2019: The cookies category sees strategic growth through expanding niches

Snacking trends at THAIFEX '19, Bangkok, Thailand

Air handling equipment strives to keep snack and bakery facilities on task

Exclusive interview: Douglas Machines Corp. on its 40th anniversary

Snack and bakery companies seek new options for sanitation software

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