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Sauz cooked 58 days to fill a single Target PO. Magic Mind paid for matcha five months before revenue. A new ebook in collaboration with Oceans Talent unpacks what actually breaks after product market fit, and how brands can rebuild the company while it is still in motion. https://win.bevnet.com/co-publishing/oceans-webinar

I love to cook. I also love Indian food. But unfortunately, I cannot cook Indian food.

I’ve made many attempts. And I even know where I’ve gone wrong each time: none of the depth and complexity of the flavors I know should be in there come through. As my shopping list seemingly grows longer than the recipe, I start skipping over certain spices: either because I can’t find them, or I’m already intimidated by the 15 others already in my basket. 

Now enter Annavana. The Massachusetts-based brand debuted last month with a 3-SKU lineup of podi (translation: powder). But podis aren’t just another spice mix; according to Annavana founder Amulya Panyanm they’re a “nutrient dense meal builder.”

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We are compiling a list of the trailblazers, tastemakers and truth-tellers transforming how America eats – and we need your help!

Nominations are now open for Nosh Impact 50 (formerly known as Nosh Notables), our annual list recognizing the thinkers, doers, and connectors driving change in the packaged food industry. 

Complete this submission form to tell us who is worthy and why

Nomie launched today with a line of organic, shelf-stable, just-add-water meals specifically formulated to meet the dietary needs of children ages two to six. 

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Crispy Green is expanding its operations and relocating its headquarters to a new office in Fairfield, N.J.

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Better Sour is broadening its audience without abandoning its roots. Like Air has expanded beyond its flagship line of puffcorn with the launch of Drizzled Rice Cakes.

We are sharing our takes on taste and texture, packaging and positioning and opportunities for improvement.

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Here’s a look at leading headlines from around the food industry. Go beyond the headlines with Insiders access.

1. Hershey Taps PepsiCo Veteran Heather Hoytink to Lead U.S. Business

2. Maxine’s Heavenly Raises Nearly $3M

3. Premium Hot Dog Startup Gleezy Raises $2M

4. Chef Marcus Samuelsson Launches Simmer Sauce Brand

5. Stars + Honey Makes Retail Debut at Target Following $24M Investment

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This week on the podcast, Monica and Lukas discuss Algae Cooking Club’s funding round and BRĒZ’s strategic pivot, plus SmartSweets founder Tara Bosch’s second entrepreneurial act and a legal battle between two electrolyte beverage makers.

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