Shipley Donuts taps new chief marketing officer The hire brings more than 25 years of restaurant marketing and leadership to the role. SF&WB Staff January 12, 2026 Restaurant industry veteran Bill Leibengood joins the nation's largest doughnut and kolache brand.Read More
First Watch announces seasonal menu The chain is bringing back some of its patron favorites, plus releasing new dishes. SF&WB Staff January 9, 2026 Strawberry Tres Leches French Toast and Blueberry Lemon Cornbread return to the restaurant's lineup.Read More
Blue Stripes Superfruit Gummies expand to Costco The product is now available at the retailer's Southeast stores. SF&WB Staff January 9, 2026 The snack is a chewy, fruity, functional superfood snack with nine essential vitamins and minerals and zero added sugar. Read More
Paris Baguette introduces winter lineup of bakery treats The brand's salted caramel pretzel-flavored lineup includes various pastries. SF&WB Staff January 8, 2026 Guests can add a touch of comfort to their winter days with salted caramel pretzel delights and savory creations, the brand says.Read More
Pillsbury Baking launches pistachio cake mix and frosting The product is suitable for multiple formats, such as cupcakes, the brand says. SF&WB Staff January 8, 2026 The new treat is available now at Walmart and H-E-B, with additional retailers—including Kroger and AWG—coming in February and March.Read More
Woodridge Snacks launches veggie mix snack The new product joins the company's recently released BFY line. SF&WB Staff January 8, 2026 The snack is seasoned with a blend of yuzu, wasabi for a touch of heat, garlic for warmth and depth, and a hint of smoky umami.Read More
Yax Snacks debuts Chaya Tortilla Chips at Pop Up Grocer The snack is made with nixtamalized corn and cooked in avocado oil. SF&WB Staff January 8, 2026 Made with chaya—a leafy green traditionally grown and eaten across the Yucatán, Mexico, and Central America, often called “tree spinach”Read More
Skjodt-Barrett debuts Signature Caramels & Fillings The company's curated portfolio is reportedly designed for efficiency and scalability. SF&WB Staff January 7, 2026 After 40 years of selling caramel and fillings, the company has released its most trusted recipes to the market, it says.Read More
JLS Automation appoints director of cartoning solutions Sean Spees will report directly to Gary Pickett, sr. director of secondary packaging. SF&WB Staff January 7, 2026 The hire brings more than 20 years of industry and leadership experience to the company and a primary concentration in end-of-line automation.Read More
Sunbelt Bakery debuts new packaging The refreshed look will roll out nationwide beginning this month. SF&WB Staff January 7, 2026 The redesign will feature updated visuals across the full portfolio of chewy granola bars, soft-baked bars, and seasonal favorites. Read More