Keeping its name in front of consumers, casual restaurant operator T.G.I. Friday's, Carrollton, Texas, is introducing three flavored cheddar cheese dips.
To better optimize its production, refrigerated foods processor Monterey Gourmet Foods, Salinas, Calif., said it will close an Emerald Valley organic products plant in Eugene, Ore.
Virginia business media reported that Sabra Dipping Co., Queens, N.Y., expects by mid-2010 to build a new $50 million refrigerated dips and spreads plant in Chesterfield County, Va.
Orval Kent Food Co. purchased Fresh Creative Foods LLC, a San Diego processor and distributor of ready-to-eat refrigerated gourmet entrees and side dishes.