When it comes to tuna that is sumptuous and sophisticated, Tonnino has it in the bag – or in this case, the jar. The gourmet brand, which uses hand-caught 100% yellowfin fillets, is renowned for crafting exceptional cuts that are as rich in Omega-3s as they are in flavor. Utilizing only the freshest, high quality ingredients, Tonnino offers seven innovative flavor varieties, including its award-winning Tuna Ventresca. Considered the best and finest tuna cut in the market, Tonnino’s Tuna Ventresca is sourced in the wild and contains only the freshest slices of underbelly. Hand-filleted, dipped in pure olive oil and boasting a remarkable appearance, taste and texture, it can be enjoyed straight from the jar or in a multitude of recipes, from a delicate niçoise salad to a good, old-fashioned sandwich. With gourmet quality that did not go unrecognized, Tuna Ventresca was presented with the Superior Taste Award in August of 2014. An achievement granted by a jury of 120 international chefs and sommeliers, the Superior Taste Award is given to food and beverage products that hold a high standard of excellence. Each product is blindly reviewed and scored on its overall feeling of hedonic pleasure and sensory analysis. Recognized for its excellence in each category, Tonnino’s Tuna Ventresca is one of the 74 products marked for having the best quality and taste all over the world. “Receiving the Superior Taste Award affirmed that we accomplished what we set out to do – provide a product that is a feast for the senses,” said Antonio Esquivel Carrillo, Tonnino’s Country Manager. “The most exceptional delicacies should excite you before you even take a bite, and our tuna is recognized for doing just that. We consider this a personal triumph just as much as we do a professional one.” Hand-packed in glass jars for quality you can see and taste, Tonnino’s offers convenience without sacrificing sophistication. Committed its environmental responsibility, each jar is dolphin-safe while its products contain the lowest level of mercury possible. Tonnino Tuna is available at Publix, Whole Foods, Fairway, Central Market, Wegmans, etc., Contact This Company: [contact-form-7 id="43" title="Contact form 1"]

United Foods Company (UFC), a leading Emirati food company in the Middle East has extended its product range by introducing new products under its flagship brand Aseel on (Sunday, February 21, 2016). The company has launched ‘Aseel Trans Fat Free Ghee’ to offer its consumers with more options in healthier food and extend into ‘Arabic Traditional Food’ category with ‘Aseel Tahina.’ UFC’s flagship brand Aseel is a leading Ghee brand in the Middle East and the company announced the launch of the first Trans Fat Free Ghee in the region. Following the launch of Aseel Extra Virgin Olive Oil last year, the company has introduced Aseel Trans Fat Free Ghee in line with its continuous efforts to bring out healthy and tasty products that effectively addresses the growing health concerns of the region. ‘Aseel Trans Fat Free Ghee’ has been developed to resonate with consumer sentiments of health and wellness. A new generation product with premium buttery flavour and significant health benefits is available in two variants of Aseel Trans Fat Free Ghee with the goodness of Sunflower Oil’ and ‘Aseel Trans Fat Free Ghee with Canola Oil’ which is rich in Omega 3 and known to be heart healthy. Fethi Khiari, CEO of United Foods Company UFC’s second offering, Aseel Tahina is made from the finest sesame seeds procured from Ethiopia and prepared by one of the best and oldest Tahina master makers in the Levant region. It is packaged after 35 stages of processing, including refining, filtering, peeling, washing, roasting and grinding without additives. Gluten-free and an important source of iron, Tahina is used as a dressing, marinade or a vital ingredient in Levantine cuisine such as hummus. Fethi Khiari, CEO, United Foods Company, said: “We are proud to mention that Aseel is the No.1 Ghee brand in UAE and other markets in the region. Aseel Ghee owns more than 70% volume market share in UAE and has a strong leadership in other countries, he added. We are also happy to celebrate 40th Anniversary of our company. This embodies our expertise in the Ghee segment and strong understanding of edible oils business in the region. UFC takes the lead to launch the first Trans Fat Free Ghee in the region to offer a heart-friendly product, thereby addressing the health concerns of the consumers. We have introduced ‘Aseel Trans Fat Free Ghee’ after rigorous R&D to change the perception of consumers about Ghee and address their health issues. Its two variants will be preferred for their taste as well as help to gain health benefits, such as keeping weight under control and reducing the risk of coronary diseases along with a balanced diet combined with exercise. In addition, we have made a headway into ‘Arabic Traditional Food’ segment with the launch of ‘Aseel Tahina.’ It is a healthy and nutritious product which is used as a base for numerous Arabic delicious recipes.” We are confident of re-staging Aseel to new heights with the launch of these new products. We urge visitors to come to UFC’s stand to learn more about our new as well as existing range from our portfolio of brands including Aseel, Mumtaz , Nawar and Safi” concluded Khiari.

Goody, the region’s leading packaged food business from Saudi Arabia, has entered an exclusive partnership with GULFCO. The agreement will see the brand meet the UAE’s demand for quality packaged food. The SAR 1 billion-valued business is growing beyond the boarders of the Kingdom, with designs on bringing quality food products to the family tables of the UAE. Goody was started by Ahmed Saied Basamah in 1969, with a vision to be a leader in the regional packaged food sector. He recognised a need to support women in their homes, driving good nutritious balance for Saudi families and sourcing the best quality foodstuffs from leading food producing countries around the world. With an initial launch of its core ranges; pasta, tuna, peanut butter and canned corn, Goody will look to grow its UAE market share. The company has identified the country as the second most important economy in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) at AED 16 billion; a 3% growth over last year for the FMCG sector. “With one of the most dynamic food and beverage sectors in the region, entering the UAE now allows us to target both the domestic and trade arenas, providing quality packaged foods and diversity of choice to customers. Partnering with GULFCO allows us to facilitate a smooth entry, and provides us with access to the UAE’s leading retailers and traders, through their longstanding and committed relationships,” said Khalid Temairik, General Manager of Goody. The UAE has the highest levels of urban development in the GCC, with access to the most modern trade channels. Goody insists on strong market research to understand the habits of consumers, and will leverage its partnership with GULFCO to fully immerse itself in the UAE market. GULFCO (Gulf Trading & Refrigerating LLC) has been a leading distributor of FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) in the UAE since 1962, and its relationships with leading trade channels provides Goody with the best possible access to established retailers in the packaged food sector. Goody has an initial target of 400 plus stores in modern trade and 500 stores in traditional trade, with a growth potential to 11,000 stores across the country. Goody has identified the UAE as its first priority in growing the brand across the region, which also allows the brand to tap in to the country’s immense HORECA (Hotel/Restaurant/Café) business, which could represent up to 50% of Goody’s business in emirates. “Goody represents decades of trust and quality from the region that families and professionals have come to respect and trust. This partnership provides us with the opportunity to offer more choice to our customers, while giving consumers quality products, made in the region, and designed to cater to the modern way of life,” said Mr. Khaled Issa Chief Operating Officer at Juma Al Majid Group, the partner company of GULFCO.

Global growth in value sales of bottled water is evident, with many Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa and Latin American markets growing at an elevated rate. However, such large and growing consumption puts stress on domestic natural water resources and the environmental impact of producing and recycling large volumes of PET bottles. Water scarcity and access to potable water remains a major concern in many developing countries. Public pressure for the curtailment of unsustainable use of water is now affecting the commercial operation of beverage production companies in some regions e.g. Coca-Cola and PepsiCo in India. Climate change and increasing urbanisation will put increasing pressure on the management of water resources for agriculture, industry and human consumption. In packaging terms, PET is coming under growing pressure from a sustainability perspective as the introduction of this packaging format into many products and new markets is rapidly increasing the need for viable, profitable and extensive recycling options. It is estimated that annual consumption of plastic bottles is set to top half a trillion by 2021, far outstripping recycling efforts and jeopardising oceans, coastlines and other environments.