Little Sesame, Fly By Jing Create Pumpkin Chili Crisp Hummus
Little 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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Nicole Johnson-Hoffman Joins Meati Board
Meati Foods, the producer of animal-free meats crafted from the company’s whole-food MushroomRoot, has appointed food and agriculture luminary Nicole Johnson-Hoffman to its board of directors.
Johnson-Hoffman brings over two decades of transformative leadership within the food and ag sectors to Meati, most recently serving as CEO of cultivated meat company Believer Meats. Her rich career, spanning roles with industry stalwarts like Cargill and OSI, has positioned her at the forefront of managing the global beef industry’s most dynamic supply chains and making them more sustainable.
“In the realm of animal meat and animal-free alternatives, Nicole stands unmatched in her depth of experience and knowledge of operations, market requirements and emerging opportunities,” said Tyler Huggins, CEO and co-founder of Meati Foods. “Having Nicole on board with team Meati is a testament to the uniqueness of our product and the boundless promise of our MushroomRoot, as well as an endorsement of our vision and overall approach.”
Meati Foods continues to scale its fully vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities to support rapid growth in the coming months in both retail and food service locations. Its Eat Meati line recently launched at Whole Foods Market with its Classic Cutlet, Crispy Cutlet, Classic Steak and Carne Asada Steak. In foodservice, Meati Foods most recently announced its first Northern California restaurant offering in San Francisco’s Causwells after a series of restaurant launches including Birdcall, PLNT Burger and Next Level Burger.
“I’m frustrated when I see brands, interest groups and other organizations put the onus of change on the consumer, asking them to shop our way out of problems caused by the food industry,” said Johnson-Hoffman. “It’s the responsibility of incumbent industry leaders and disruptors like Meati to bring solutions that work for consumers. Meati is nailing it, and I’m thrilled to partner with such a great group of people who are doing great things.”
Featuring its nutrient-dense and nearly infinitely scalable whole-food MushroomRoot, Meati Foods today makes whole-cut steaks and cutlets that deliver not only unprecedented, clean nutrition, but flavors and textures that have won the enthusiastic support of some of food’s biggest icons, including David Chang (chef and founder of Momofuku and Majordomo Media) and Sam Kass (former White House senior policy advisor for nutrition and partner at Acre Venture Partners).
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Chobani Debuts Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice
Chobani, a next generation food and beverage company known for its Greek yogurt, has introduced Chobani Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice, a rich, creamy, pumpkin spice flavored oat drink made from the goodness of whole grain oats. The latest addition to the brand’s pumpkin patch is vegan-friendly, a good source of calcium, free of dairy and lactose and perfect for pumpkin spice enthusiasts looking for fall beverages that don’t compromise on quality or flavor.
“Fall beverages are in demand earlier than ever this year, and in true Chobani fashion, we’re continuing to bring newness and excitement to this highly anticipated time of year by welcoming limited-edition Chobani Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice to our robust seasonal line-up,” said Niel Sandfort, Chobani chief innovation officer. “This product is delicious straight up, over ice, or as a pumpkin spice flavor kick to hot and cold coffee, cereal, oatmeal, smoothies, or anywhere else oatmilk is enjoyed.”
Chobani Oatmilk Pumpkin Spice is available now at a suggested retail price of $4.29, while supplies last.
Fans will be excited to find back on store shelves a variety of Chobani pumpkin spice flavored Greek yogurts and coffee creamer options returning for the fall season, including:
- Chobani with Zero Sugar* Pumpkin Spice: Chobani’s one-of-a-kind Greek Yogurt with zero sugar* is now available for a limited time in the flavor of the season. Enjoy pumpkin-spiced notes in every spoonful without any guilt. Available in 5.3-ounce single-serve cups, at a suggested retail price of $1.59.
- Chobani Coffee Creamer Pumpkin Spice Flavored: Natural cream, real milk, cane sugar, and natural flavors give every sip of coffee a warm, pumpkin spiced note. Available in 24-ounce cartons, at a suggested retail price of $5.49.
- Chobani Oat Coffee Creamer Pumpkin Spice Flavored: Made from gluten-free, whole grain oats, our non-dairy creamer with natural flavors gives every sip of coffee a warm, pumpkin-spiced note. Available in 24-ounce cartons, at a suggested retail price of $5.49.
- Chobani Flip Pumpkin Harvest Crisp: Oatmeal pastry pieces, creamy frosting chunks, and cinnamon frosted cookies tumble together in Chobani® Pumpkin Greek Yogurt. Available in 4.5-ounce single-serve cups, at a suggested retail price of $1.79.
- Chobani Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Spice Blended: Real pumpkin blended with seasonal spices of nutmeg and cinnamon is the flavor of the season. Available in 5.3-ounce single-serve cups, at a suggested retail price of $1.59.
Chobani Oatmilk is available year-round in four classic flavors including Original, Vanilla, Original Extra Creamy, and Zero Sugar* Original at a suggested retail price of $4.99 per 52-ounce carton.
*not a low calorie food
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