Pecan Store June 8th, 2010

I just spent a week in Mexico, soaking up the sun and enjoying the beautiful blue waters. Before I left on vacation, I spent three days in Chicago at the 2010 Sweets and Snacks Expo and I had a blast. Imagine Willy Wonka’s Factory, and aside from the river and waterfall of chocolate, the scene was fairly similar. I managed to keep my head about me and didn’t overindulge, but I did learn a great deal about what’s hot in the sweets and snacks industry and what items would make a great addition to the Pecan Store lineup.  Here is a brief rundown of the best items I saw at the show:

• Sahale Snacks sell creative nut combinations that you don’t have to feel guilty about consuming. My favorite, Valdosta Pecans, include black peppered pecans, sweet cranberries and orange zest, are addicting. Also, the Barbequed Almonds and Tuscan Almonds are incredibly flavorful! And another things to be excited about is they have just recently introduced a new line of biscotti, with one variety being Cranberry Pecan!
• Bora Bora has a great new line of organic snack bars that are certified organic by the USDA and are Kosher and gluten free. Their Pomegranate, Pecans and Cherries bars sustained me throughout my travels and airport delays.
• Chocolate covered sunflower seeds; don’t they sound grand? Sunflower Food Company has a great line of these tasty snacks in different colors and flavors, plus their packaging is completely eye catching. Look for these soon at the Pecan Store.
• Nutella! I know that Nutella contains hazelnuts and not pecans, but I think the pecan gods will forgive me for being in love with this amazingly delicious spread! Plus, if you smear whole wheat crackers with Nutella and top them with some pecan pieces, it makes a convenient, tasty snack.

I hope this quick insight gave you a clear picture of the wonders and delights of the Sweets & Snacks Expo. I had a great time and I’m looking forward to finding another golden ticket to the show next year!

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