Dinner

Competing meal-kit company purchases brand's assets

Nasoya has launched two vegan varieties of its dumplings: Tofu Vegetable and Thai Basil Vegetable.

Herdez is tapping into the street taco trend that has popped up in places like Denver, Austin, and the Pacific Northwest, now offering four flavors of its new Street Taco Sauce line: Original Verde (mild), Original Roja (medium), Smoky Chipotle (medium) and Fiery Haban

Made with wholesome ingredients,100-percent olive oil and no added sugar, Ragù Simply Pasta Sauces add an easy-prep option for families that enjoy Italian food.

Independent grocer teams with chef Matt Lightner for gourmet-style kits

Rufus Teague now offers its thick, rich, Kansas City-style barbecue sauce in convenient 1-ounce packs. Suitable for in-store dining and prepared foods, the 1-ounce packs come in five varieties: Honey Sweet, Touch O’ Heat, Blazin’ Hot, Whiskey Maple and Smoky Apple.

Nestlé has introduced a line of Lean Cuisine meatless frozen entrees comprising 14 products, including the brand’s first vegan varieties, all made with organic ingredients.

New from Upton’s Naturals, Ch’eesy Mac is said to be the first and only pre-cooked, vegan macaroni-and-cheese-style dish on the market, offering a cleaner and plant-based take on the classic comfort food.

Giorgio produces blends of diced portabella mushrooms, vegetables and herbs that provide myriad recipe options – from quick appetizers to gourmet creations.

Grocer will roll kits out in brick-and-mortar stores and online

Powerful speakers, hot innovations come together in New Orleans June 10-12