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Quirch Foods Opens Distributing Facility in South

Quirch Foods, LLC, a leading provider of high-quality food products, celebrated the grand opening of its distribution center that will service the Tennessee and Kentucky area. This facility is strategically located to cater to this region, bolstering the company’s commitment to exceptional customer service and timely delivery of fresh and frozen protein items as well as a collection of well-known retail brands including Panamei Seafood, High River Angus, Mambo Foods, Chiquita Brands frozen Tropicals and Fruits, among others.

“Our new distribution center is a testament to our dedication to providing our valued customers in Tennessee and Kentucky with prompt and reliable access to our wide array of premium food products,” said Frank Grande, president and CEO of Quirch Foods. “We are excited about the positive impact this expansion will have on our operational capabilities and, ultimately, our ability to better serve our customers as well as provide solutions to their growing food needs.”

In addition to enhancing our distribution capabilities and ensuring efficiency throughout our supply chain, the 65,000 square foot facility will create job opportunities in the local community, promoting economic growth and contributing to the region’s prosperity. The company believes in fostering positive relationships with its neighbors and actively engaging with the communities it serves. This investment represents a significant milestone in our mission to meet the growing demand for its products.

Quirch Foods is a food distribution company servicing ethnic, independent, and national grocers as well as foodservice and other customers across the United States, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Quirch Foods operates approximately 500 refrigerated trucks and over 2.3 million square feet of combined distribution space through 21 facilities in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Texas, Washington, Oklahoma, Oregon and Puerto Rico.

Quirch Foods is the exclusive distributor of High River Angus, McKinneys Beef, Panamei Seafood, Diamond Reef Seafood, Kikiriquirch poultry, Mambo Foods, and is a licensed distributor of Certified Angus Beef and Chiquita Brands frozen Tropicals and Fruits.

To learn more, visit Quirch Foods online, follow Quirch Foods (FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn), or call (800) 458-5252.

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GoMacro Reteams With Keep A Breast Foundation

GoMacro, known for its organic, plant-based nutrition bars, is continuing its partnership with the Keep A Breast Foundation for the seventh consecutive year.

KAB is a nonprofit organization on a mission to reduce breast cancer risk and its impact globally. Through self-check resources, prevention education, and arts and wellness programs, KAB strives to empower youth to become their own health advocates, on their own terms, in their own voice and space. Today, they offer a wide variety of programming in support of their mission including the Keep A Breast App, the Give Back Grant Program and Fit4Prevention.

GoMacro’s partnership with the foundation is particularly meaningful due to their founders’ experience with breast cancer. Following co-founder Amelia’s 2003 breast cancer diagnosis, she and her daughter, Jola, made several diet and lifestyle changes to support her healing journey.

During the search for a delicious treat that suited her new needs, Amelia created the original MacroBar recipe in her family kitchen. In the face of adversity, Jola and Amelia came together, fought the cancer, and Amelia won. In the years following, the mother-daughter team began sharing the power of a balanced, plant-based lifestyle through their delicious, organic nutrition bars.

“During my battle with cancer, there weren’t any snacks on the market that suited my new dietary needs and tasted great,” says Amelia. “After making the first batch of what became the MacroBar recipe, we knew it was something we needed to share with the world.”

Along with spreading the power of a plant-based lifestyle, Jola and Amelia wanted to support organizations with shared values – and Keep A Breast was a natural partnership.

“Our 5 Principles – Live Long, Eat Positive, Give Back, Tread Lightly, and Be Well – guide all we do at GoMacro. One of the ways we Give Back is by donating to organizations whose values and missions align with ours,” says GoMacro CEO and co-founder Jola Sonkin. “Breast cancer prevention is a cause that is especially close to our hearts, and we love supporting Keep A Breast’s practical and unique approaches to prevention.”

Partner with GoMacro in supporting the Keep A Breast Foundation by purchasing the Cherries + Berries Give Back Bar online or at a retailer near you throughout October.

The GoMacro facility is powered by 100% renewable energy, and all MacroBars are made with high-quality, sustainably sourced, plant-based ingredients.

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Little Sesame, Fly By Jing Create Pumpkin Chili Crisp Hummus

Pumpkin Chili Crisp hummusLittle Sesame, the fast-growing Washington, D.C., based hummus brand, has formed a collaboration with Fly By Jing, celebrated for bringing uncensored Chinese flavors to modern kitchens with pantry staples. Together, they’ve crafted a one-of-a-kind product just in time for pumpkin spice season: Pumpkin Chili Crisp hummus.

Every container layers Little Sesame’s signature smooth hummus with sweet and sour pumpkin and the bold seasonings of Fly By Jing’s coveted Sichuan Chili Crisp. Together it builds a unique, spicy and savory take on traditional flavors of the season.

“We’re bringing a brand new product to fire up pumpkin spice season,” said Nick Wiseman, co-founder and CEO of Little Sesame.

Wiseman and co-founder partner Ronen Tenne, former fine dining chefs, are behind hummus flavors like Herby Jalapeno, Caramelized Onion, and Jammy Tomato, which are currently available at select Whole Foods Market and Sprouts Farmers Market stores nationwide. This focus on chef-driven flavors has made Little Sesame a beloved destination for hummus enthusiasts.

Fly By Jing’s founder and culinary visionary, Jing Gao, echoed her enthusiasm, “Little Sesame is an amazing hummus company, and we’re thrilled to partner together for this limited edition flavor. The slightly sweet pumpkin hummus, with Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp on top creates a sensational flavor you’ll want more of – I even add a spoonful of our Xtra Spicy Chili Crisp on top for an extra kick!”

Pumpkin Chili Crisp is a limited edition Little Sesame hummus flavor, available at select Whole Foods Market stores nationwide. It will also be available online on Little Sesame and Fly By Jing websites for nationwide shipping in November 2023.

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