Ventura Foods

As wing innovation continues to heat up and inspire menus, recent research shows two in three consumers crave novelty, and 75% say they'd pay more for new flavors.* Fortunately, Sauce Craft™ has you covered! From Nashville Hot to Sriracha to Gochujang Korean Pepper, bold flavors aren’t just trends—they’re traffic drivers for operators looking to attract today’s novelty-seeking customers. What's the next wing flavor that will break through? Check out the Sauce Craft™ lineup of on-trend, built-for-innovation flavors. https://lnkd.in/ghegqqcH * Datassential 2026 Food and Beverage Trends Report #VenturaFoods #NashvilleHot #SauceCraft

The School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference earned top marks for education, inspiration and connection. Ventura Foods was thrilled to take part in the conference, held earlier this month in Charlotte, NC. The event brought together school nutrition and foodservice professionals from across the country to share ideas, explore trends and build valuable relationships. #TheSchoolNutritionAssociation #CharlotteNC #VenturaFoods

Ventura Foods offices have been getting into the spirit of the FIFA World Cup with lunchtime watch parties that bring teams together over The Beautiful Game. Our Brea, California based R&D team cheered on the England National Team with a distinctly British twist… complete with tea sandwiches, themed attire and enthusiasm. It’s been a fun way to celebrate teamwork, creativity and the joy of food. Fancy a career at Ventura Foods?  https://lnkd.in/eCSvAfJh #VenturaFoods #WatchParty #SnackIdeas

You’ve found your secret sauce: This Special French Fry Sauce, featuring Wilsey® Dippable Mayonnaise for Cold Applications, combines just a handful of ingredients to create a signature-style sauce that makes a simple side feel extra-special. Thanks to the unique formula of Wilsey® mayonnaise, the sauce has a smooth, creamy consistency that holds all the flavors together for a next-level dipping experience that customers remember and come back for. Watch the video and get inspired: https://lnkd.in/gGihgkCk #VenturaFoods #FrenchFrySauce #WilseyMayonnaise

Hidden Valley™ Ranch helps operators draw crowds with its instant recognizability and appeal. Make game-day menus even more irresistible by serving the MVP of Ranch!  Request a rebate and save up to $300, here: https://lnkd.in/eDdvNpVm   *In Retail: Based on IRI unit sales data L52WE 8/25/24 for Hidden Valley™ Original Ranch™  #HiddenValley #RanchDressing #GameDayMenu

Ventura Foods is thrilled to take part in the School Nutrition Association’s Annual National Conference July 12 to 14 in Charlotte, NC. It’s the school nutrition event of the year, offering an unparalleled educational and networking experience. Come see us at Booth #1425 to enjoy great food, fresh ideas and friendly conversation. #SNA #SchoolNutritionAssociation #CharlotteNC #VenturaFoods

Watch this side-by-side comparison of Mel-Fry® Original and commodity soybean oil. The video highlights the difference in build-up between the two types of oil, with high-performance Mel-Fry® maintaining a cleaner fryer environment. That means Mel-Fry®: • lasts longer than conventional oils • needs to be changed less frequently • gives better, more consistent food quality • reduces oil & packaging waste Watch the video: https://lnkd.in/gvNQwGkp Learn more about Mel-Fry®: https://lnkd.in/gr59u8MB #VenturaFoods #MelFry #HighPerformance

As global visitors explore U.S. menu favorites, Ranch keeps rising to the top. Make it easy for guests to spot and crave what you serve. With Hidden Valley™ Ranch Merchandising Kits, you can showcase America’s #1 Ranch* across every touchpoint. What you’ll receive: • Digital toolkit (logos, social posts, customizable content) • In-store signage (window clings, tray liners, stickers, counter signs) Interested? Request your kit here: https://lnkd.in/ghGQaSqM Kits are available to operators currently purchasing Hidden Valley™ Ranch from Ventura Foods. *In Retail: Based on IRI unit sales data L52WE 8/25/24 for Hidden Valley™ Original Ranch™ #VenturaFoods #WorldCup #HiddenValleyRanch #RanchDressing 

Thirst Ease® drink mixes give operators a no-fuss way to serve a variety of refreshing, crowd-pleasing beverages—frozen or on the rocks. With simple prep, consistent results and less waste, these drink mixes save time, reduce labor, and offer customers cool, refreshing relief from summer heat. Elevate your drink menu with a range of flavors, from nostalgic Lemonade and classic Iced Tea to trend-forward creations like blueberry pomegranate and Margarita Cocktail/Mocktails. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gSzdMHNB

During our  Performance Excellence Awards, hosted on June 10  at our Irvine, CA headquarters, we recognized the work that defines what success looks like at Ventura Foods. Congratulations to Todd Matthiesen and the Port St. Lucie, FL, team on earning this year’s Plant of the Year Award. Their performance stood out by meeting or exceeding performance across every operational measure, including safety, quality and service. It’s an impressive accomplishment, and even more noteworthy, their second consecutive win! Greg Spear #OperationalExcellence #Manufacturing #Teamwork #PerformanceExcellence #CultureofRecognition