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Leftovers is our take on some of the latest product ideas making waves in the market. From intriguing concepts to amazing innovations, we bring you a curated selection of what’s catching our eye. With so many pitches coming our way, we can’t cover everything, so here are some gems from our inbox.
Old Bay Bagel Chips: A Fusion of Flavors
A unique collaboration between a San Diego snack maker and Maryland’s iconic Old Bay seasoning has resulted in a delicious new snack.
CaliBagels, the creators of this innovative treat, have combined the bold flavors of Old Bay seasoning with their crispy bagel chips. The seasoning, known for its blend of 18 herbs and spices, including black pepper, celery salt, and paprika, adds a zesty kick to the chips.
In a press release, CaliBagels founder Phil Gorman shared that the idea for this collaboration came from enjoying the chips with blue crab dip, sparking the creation of a snack that brings the flavors of the coast to snackers nationwide.
The Old Bay Bagel Chips are exclusively available in a four-pack on CaliBagels’ website, offering a crunchy snack alternative to traditional bagels.
Old Bay, a beloved seafood seasoning brand acquired by McCormick in 1990, has expanded its reach beyond the East Coast, appearing in various CPG products like Campbell Soup’s Goldfish crackers and a popular hot sauce.
—Chris Casey
Once Upon a Farm: Nutritious Snacking Made Easy
Once Upon a Farm, known for its baby nutrition products, is introducing a new line of Soft Baked bars for Kids, offering a convenient and wholesome snacking option for families on the go.
These bars, made with whole fruits, vegetables, and whole grain oats, come in four delicious flavors: apple and oat, chocolate oat, mixed berry, and banana chocolate chip.
Founder and Chief Innovation Officer Cassandra Curtis highlighted the versatility of the bars, suggesting that they can be enjoyed on their own or used as toppings for ice cream or in creative dessert recipes.
The introduction of the Soft Baked bars expands Once Upon a Farm’s existing range of pantry staples, catering to the growing demand for convenient and nutritious kids’ snacks.
Once Upon a Farm’s new kids bars are currently available exclusively at Kroger stores nationwide.
—Elizabeth Flood
Seed + Mill: Innovating with Sesame
Seed + Mill, known for its sesame-based sauces, is venturing into the realm of sweet treats with the launch of Chocolate Sesame Sauce, offering a unique twist on their signature Tahini product.
This indulgent sauce is perfect for spreading on toast, drizzling over ice cream, or pairing with fruit for a decadent dessert experience.
Founder Rachel Simmons expressed excitement about introducing this long-awaited flavor combination to their loyal customers, highlighting the versatility of sesame as a key ingredient.
Seed + Mill’s innovative approach to incorporating sesame into unexpected food categories reflects the growing popularity of global flavors in Western cuisine, with sesame being recognized for its nutritional benefits and culinary versatility.
—Chris Casey