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Showcasing fresh, never frozen potatoes that make food service preparation easy for breakfast and beyond Newport Beach, CA (July 21, 2025): Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) will feature A Cut Above® potato line along with whole potatoes and onions at the upcoming International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Foodservice Conference. Dedicated to fresh produce in foodservice, this year’s event will take place at the Monterey Conference Center and Portola Hotel and Spa in Monterey, California, at booth #403, Thursday, July 31st, and Friday, August 1st, 2025. More than 2,000 attendees from across...
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Potatoes offer easy-prep solutions as picnics continue post-pandemic popularity Newport Beach, CA (July 15, 2025)- Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) kicked off National Picnic Month in July, showcasing their portion-friendly potato packaging for on-the-go lifestyles during the summer or outdoor entertaining at any time of the year. According to the Smithsonian, “picnics are back”, especially among Gen Z.1 The conclusion is based on searches for picnics, which are up 385 percent since last year on Pinterest and are trending on TikTok and Instagram for dating ideas. “Potatoes are perfect for picnics or any summer snacking on...
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As Studies Show Summer Grilling Season and Potato Salad Win with Shoppers, Side Delights® Offers Products to “Fit the Grill“  Newport Beach, CA (June 23, 2025) – Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) shares new supporting data that serving potatoes at a barbecue checks several boxes. According to the study by Talker Research published in June 2025, Americans planned to attend an average of five barbecues this summer and host four, while 66% agreed that summer grilling season is their favorite time of year.” 1 “Summer means BBQ and grilling, and Side Delights...
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As the natural organic category drives retail growth, Basin Gold and Masser Family of Companies will exhibit healthy, organic fresh potatoes and onions at booth #713 on July 9-10, 2025, in Monterey, California Newport Beach, CA (June 18, 2025) – Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) announced today it will showcase its Side Delights® Organic potatoes and onions at the Organic Produce Summit (OPS) trade show July 9-10, 2025, in Monterey, California. FSN partners Basin Gold Cooperative of Pasco, WA, and the Masser Family of Companies of Sacramento, PA, will represent the Network at the...
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‘Cook-in, Take-out’ with Side Delights® Reduces Time, Cost, and Food Waste Newport Beach, CA (May 27, 2025) – Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) provides shoppers with Side Delights® solutions that offer a more cost-effective, time-saving option than the continuing take-out trend. According to a recent article in Food & Wine Magazine, five years after the pandemic shuttered restaurants, takeout is more than a need or a dining convenience – it is a culture. The article states that approximately 95% of consumers rank speed as “critical” to the experience, with younger generations...
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Foodservice Trend of House-Made Fries Is Available for Shoppers to Make at Home Newport Beach, CA (April 23, 2025) –Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) offers shoppers a way to prepare healthy steak fries and potato wedges at home with Side Delights®. A recent article ranked the 23 most popular potato dishes from worst to best1. Not surprisingly, the French Fry came in at number one. Historically characterized as unhealthy, French Fries are finally getting recognition as a healthy side dish and a great source of nutrients. Side Delights® offers shoppers nutritious...
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Newport Beach, CA (April 2, 2025) – As loaded potatoes trend with articles like ‘The 30-Minute Loaded Potatoes You’re Going to Want Every Week’ in Woman’s Day, and recipes in The Pioneer Woman and TikTok, Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) shares a six-minute solution from Side Delights. Side Delights® Amazables!® are premium a side dish solution composed of US No. 1 grade Russet potatoes that microwave in only six minutes plus custom sauces. The portable, all-inclusive potato comes with a Loaded Baked Potato sauce by Litehouse®. Gluten-free Amazables!® are shelf-stable, so...
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Newport Beach, CA (February 24, 2025): Side Delights® announced today that they will participate as a Gold sponsor of the upcoming SEPC Southern Exposure 2025 show in Orlando and will showcase two of its innovative first-to-market products.  The Southern Exposure show’s 2025 event theme ‘Produce Means Family,” is inspired by Hawaii and celebrates the significance of family meals and the importance of eating together. Side Delights® will feature the Amazables! line of microwavable crispy-skinned baked potatoes. Amazables! are 100% gluten-free with sauces created by Litehouse® to complement the taste of a...
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As anti-inflammatory diets top 2025 food trends, potatoes offer colorful solutions Newport Beach, CA (February 18, 2025) – Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) shared nutritional information on potatoes and explained why the recent Top 6 Diet Trends in 2025 stated that “Anti-inflammatory foods will rock in 2025”. There are many reasons for consumers to follow the trend and adapt a diet rich in foods that contain the nutrients that can reduce inflammation. In addition to helping manage joint pain, Anti-inflammatory foods can help prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, type...
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Top-Ten Scoring Award Presented at New York Produce Show Newport Beach, CA (January 6, 2025) – Fresh Solutions Network, LLC® (FSN) announced today that Side Delights® Amazables! won the Joe Nucci Award for Product Innovation in the eighth annual Produce Business Innovation Award in December, which focuses on Product, Packaging and Process. According to Produce Business, “From microwavable potatoes to sustainable packaging, the eighth annual Produce Business Innovation Award winners brought their best to the table and store shelves.” The judging took place in Boca Raton, FL, conducted by editors...
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