McCain Foods Honored with Award

McCAIN FOODS USA HONORED WITH “INNOVATION” AWARD FOR McCAIN HOMESTYLE BABYCAKES™ MINI POTATO PANCAKES !

Oak Brook, IL (February 2005) — McCain Foods USA received the 2004 Innovation Award at the recently held IFDA North American Foodservice Grand Prix New Product Awards™ competition.

McCain’s Homestyle BABYCAKES™ mini potato pancakes took home top honors based upon the Uniqueness and Innovation criteria, besting a field of entries from leading foodservice manufacturers in North America. A panel of 12 experts including chefs, operators, distributor personnel and operator trade media judged the product entries. Judges commented that McCain Homestyle BABYCAKES™ mini potato pancakes had “great taste, authentic flavor and appearance.” Stated one judge, “The product did everything the manufacturer claimed. Good potato and onion flavor, loose texture, tender and moist.” Stated another judge, “It does have a homemade look and would appeal to all different demographic groups. This is the type of menu ingredient that would have patrons coming back for that signature potato item.” Judges also commented on how easy the product was to use, “It’s a benefit to cook the product right from the freezer.”

With an eye on helping operators create exciting new menu options, new McCain Homestyle BABYCAKES™ mini potato pancakes are a fun size that is ideal for snacks, sides and as a base for creative new appetizer presentations.

For more information on award-winning McCain Homestyle BABYCAKES™ mini potato pancakes or a product presentation, call McCain Foods USA at 1-800-952-4432 or visit www.mccainusa.com.

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