We’ve all likely heard the expression, “variety is the spice of life.” Well, that may in fact be true. But sometimes spice itself is the spice of life. Especially when it comes to desserts. According to Julia Gallo-Torres, senior foodservice analyst at Mintel International, spices are the fifth most-popular dessert flavor. It’s easy to understand […]
Welcome summertime with luscious fruit-based desserts from Sweet Street
It’s no secret that fruits are at their best when enjoyed at the peak of ripeness. The vibrant colors captivate you, the fresh aromas intoxicate, and the flavors burst with the full promise of their tanginess, tartness or sweetness. Of course fruit is a seasonal food, which means capturing that peak of ripeness largely depends […]
Ice cream trends perfect for sweet endings!
In last month’s blog we touched on the creamy virtues of frozen custard. And as the temperatures continue to rise outside, we thought now would be the perfect time to take an even closer look at frozen desserts—as well as offerings from Sweet Street that can lusciously complement their flavor profiles. One of the best […]
2017 Food and Beverage (FABI) Award Recipients Announced
2017 Food and Beverage (FABI) Award Recipients Announced March 8, 2017 Chicago, IL – The National Restaurant Association® today announced the recipients of the 2017 Food and Beverage (FABI) Awards, recognizing innovative food and beverage products that make a significant impact in the restaurant industry. Each award recipient and their product will be showcased throughout the exhibit […]
Shareable Desserts…Enough Lusciousness To Go Around
A restaurant table is an open invitation for people to gather together and share. Good times. Spirited conversation. And of course, great food. The dessert occasion is particularly ideal for sharing, as the rich and enticing flavors are even sweeter when enjoyed in the company of friends and loved ones. Not surprisingly, this creates a […]
The Many Luscious Layers of Cake Explored
For many of us, the wonderful allure of cake began on our first birthday. Mom or dad put a sweet treat within reaching distance of our curious little fingers and encouraged us to dig in to our wild delight. In that same spirit of curiosity, now seems like a great time to delve into some […]
The Magic of Chocolate Discovered
Over the past few years on this blog, we’ve often delved into the many wonderful attributes of chocolate (taking a fork, a spoon and even a straw with us along the way). It’s easy to justify all the attention. Chocolate remains the top dessert flavor1—and just the mere mention of the word takes most people […]
THREE SHINING EXAMPLES OF BERKS’ ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
By PAMELA J. SHUPP, August 22, 2016 LVB.com East Penn Manufacturing in Lyon Station is the largest single-site, lead-acid battery manufacturing facility in the world. Berks County is proud to be home to many leading companies on Lehigh Valley Business’ Top 100 list of privately held companies. From concept to execution, East Penn Manufacturing, Penske […]
COMMITMENT TO CLEAN INGREDIENTS REINVENTS AMERICAN COOKIE CULTURE
June 6, 2016 Reading, PA Sweet Street is known worldwide as the leading innovator in the dessert industry, baking for restaurants and cafés in over 60 countries, on every continent. Rooted in Sandy Solmon’s, Founder and CEO of Sweet Street Desserts, longstanding personal commitment to eating naturally, the Company has once again reinvented itself with […]
Dessert company founder still delights in role as innovator
By MELINDA RIZZO, April 4, 2016 LVB.com What began in 1979 as a cottage business operating in a two-car garage has grown to become a globally recognized brand in desserts. The impressive success story makes Sandy Solmon – founder, president and CEO of Sweet Street Desserts Inc. – one of the most influential business people […]
How milk from Berks County farms travels around the world
Wednesday February 10, 2016 12:01 AM- Reading Eagle By Jamie Klein, Reading, PA Sherrie Krick slowly made her way through the milking barn on a foggy February night, softly prodding some of the 40 Holsteins in front of her, which was enough to encourage them into their milking slots. Once the animals settled, Sherrie, her […]
Female Entrepreneur Earns Honorary Degree from Alvernia University
Posted: Monday, December 1, 2014 11:54 am | Updated: 12:00 pm, Mon Dec 1, 2014. From Alvernia University From humble beginnings in a two-car garage, Sandy Solmon turned her entrepreneurial dream into one of the world’s largest manufacturer of frozen gourmet desserts and the leading innovator in the dessert industry — Sweet Street Desserts, headquartered […]
