SIAL 2016 Innovations

SIAL Montreal 2016 Innovations

Every year, the most remarkable innovations are selected as winners in the SIAL worldwide competition.

The SIAL Innovations is a contest that recognizes the best new products that showcase the trends in the global food industry. Products are chosen by an independent jury of industry experts and chaired by XTC World Innovation.

This year10 SIAL Innovation winners are

Grand Prix

Assorted Chocolates with Sorbet and Ice Cream Centres by Essence Glacier, Canada – Booth #823

"Fantastic taste and a unique touch of originality is found in these ice cream and sorbet-filled chocolates by Essence Glacier (Canada). Not only chocolates nor simply frozen delights, they are a delicate combination of these two sweet treats. Available in seven flavours, including passion fruit that will surely create a sensory experience." 

The Forerunners

Chios Gardens Fruit Juices, Greece – Booth #2505

"The jury appreciated the Chios Gardens fruit juices by Market Sage for their unique positioning. Each juice features the number of fruits pressed to make its contents. Each juice box includes 12 oranges, 26 mandarins, or even a blend of 5 oranges, 4 apples and a peach." 

Date Bites by Bard Valley, United States – Booth #910

"Eating for pleasure and health is possible thanks to U.S. company Bard Valley Medjool Dates with its Date Rolls that are coated in tiny crunchy pieces. Produced on the border of California and Arizona, these dates are rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre and are available in four gourmet versions that play with taste and texture, as well as a variety of coating options. They’re sold in an easy-to-carry package and can be enjoyed as a light snack that’s both gourmet and healthy." 

Salmon Tartare by Grizzly, Canada – Booth #723

"In another industry, Canadian company Fumoir Grizzly’s Salmon Tartare also brings together health and taste. Since it’s frozen, the product is very practical, but is also rich in protein and low in calories. Its citrus marinade, which is sold separately, provides a pleasant touch of acidic freshness."

Et Voilà! Camelina Oil by Olimega, Canada – Booth #215A

"Healthy eating is yet again prevalent thanks to Et Voilà! Camelina Oil produced by Canadian company Olimega. Camelina oil has very high levels of fatty acids, including omega-3, as well as omega-6 and omega-9. The oil can be used for all types of cooking and will surely satisfy health-conscious consumers." 

Poutine Bites by St-Hubert, Canada – Booth #2647

"Practicality is yet again highlighted with Canadian producer St-Hubert’s Poutine Bites. Frozen bites of cheese in a brown sauce wrapped in a potato coating, these 335-gram boxes are ready to be shared at any time. An excellent appetizer treat!" 

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Cake by Bleumer, Canada – Booth #2634

"Speaking of pre-dinner options, one shouldn’t overlook the Bleumer smoked salmon cake by Food Momentum (Canada). This cheesecake-style smoked salmon delight features 24 pre-cut individual slices on a platter." 

MesurACC Labelling Verification System by Étiquetage ACC Inc., Canada – Booth #2630

"This year, the contest also welcomed innovations from the processing, packaging and technical fields. Experts considered the MesurACC food-label verification system, a tool designed to ensure labelling respects regulatory typographical requirements. Simple and effective, this system will definitely come in handy for professionals."

The following producer Arturo Sánchez from Spain had two products that ended on the forerunner short list for the SIAL Innovations 2016 short list.

Heritage Ham Trio by Arturo Sánchez, Spain – Booth #1401

"In terms of taste, we were able to truly appreciate the Ham Trio, known as Heritage from the Spanish company, Arturo Sanchez. This product offers up a great introduction to its products via tasting thanks to three bellota hams cured using different techniques. Served in a limited-edition box, the Ham Trio is the perfect gourmet gift!" 

Snack-Format Ham by Arturo Sánchez, Spain – Booth #1401

"As today’s consumers value practical products, the jury truly appreciated Arturo Sanchez’s convenient snack product, who won over the jury twice. The product is a ready-to-eat, individually portioned version of its Iberian ham." 

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For more information, visit the SIAL website.

SIAL Montreal 2016

SIAL Montreal 2016
April 13-15, 2016

SIAL trade show is one of the most favourite events that takes place in Montreal every second year. It is all about food, beverages, and many gastronomical innovations. 

Established in 2001, SIAL Canada was the culmination of the work of three organizations that are all shareholders in the event: ADAQ (Association des détaillants en alimentation du Québec), the Agri-Food Export Group of Quebec-Canada, and Comexposium (owner of the SIAL shows and subsidiary of the Unibail Group).

In North America, Expo Canada France Inc. (part of the Comexposium network) is responsible for the organisation of SIAL Canada. In 2005, the national food equipment and technology show, SET Canada, was created and is co-situated with SIAL Canada, offering a complete range of food industry products, all in one place.

The trade show is featuring a huge number of various foods from many different countries. It is simply impossible to taste all that is offered. But it make for a very exciting visit, a journey of a gourmet discovery.

Food Packaging industry is also represented this year with many attractive and innovative ideas.

Below are images of several international pavilions at the show.

We will be looking forward to the next SIAL Montreal that will take place in 2018.

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For more information, visit the SIAL website.

California Wine - Montreal 2016

California Wines Festival - 2016 Tour
California Wine Institute

April 5, 2016

127 California wine producers are participating in a Canadian tour, introducing their wines in Montreal and Quebec City. Most of them will participate in both cities. Today, was the Montreal leg of the touring California Wine Festival.

The event was a great success, with great crowds of Montreal wine industry professionals attending the wine tasting event.

As you can see in the photo below, a variety of the excellent artisanat style of bread, cheese, and cold cults were also available at the event to ensure all the wine tasters keep sober and not hungry during the three and a half hour long wine tasting event.

Many of the wines tasted today by the wine professionals will be available in the future in the Montreal and Quebec local SAQ outlets. The following photos attest to the great ambiance the event created and the quality of wine tasting experience enjoyed by all.

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Visit the Discover California Wines website to learn more about the California wine production, the variety of wines grown, and special events organized by them.