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It might seem like it's raining dumplings in the frozen section these days.

The appetite for frozen dough pouches seemingly has no end. Americans eat up about 18% of frozen dumpling consumption outside of Asia and U.S. brands are platforming with new products like bao buns, noodles and entrees to offer new at-home experiences to consumers who are increasingly more adventurous.

Laoban, a Washington D.C.-based brand that evolved out of a regional dumpling shop, is a key example of this expansion. 

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Chomps COO and president Elizabeth Carter explained why it took the brand eight years to expand into a new protein and what made chicken so difficult to get right. 

• The discussion encompasses how the new poultry line is positioned to capture opportunities among families and how it might lead to format innovation.

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General Mills saw better household reach in its third quarter, but earnings took a hit as the Cheerios and Lucky Charms maker invests in a turnaround strategy. 

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2. David Protein Sued Over Macro Claims

3. Small Brands, Big Bite: Insurgent Food Companies Power Category Growth

4. Trump Chases New Tariff Alternatives with Investigations Into Trade Partners

5. Once Upon a Farm Bets on Baby Food Coolers, Protein to Power Post-IPO Growth

This week on the podcast, Monica and Brad discuss a class action lawsuit against David Protein, Bloom’s entry into the crowded protein soda set, Bachan’s post-acquisition plans, and George Clooney’s near beer brand.

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