in this issue
CONTENTS
VOL. 47, NO. 4
FALL 2017
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26 Lifetime Achievement Awards
With contributions ranging from pioneering panned
chocolate to introducing Americans to jerk seasoning,
these seven industry trailblazers helped shape the specialty
food trade.
41 12 Under 35: Breakout Talent to Watch
e specialty food world is filled with innovators, and these
12 disruptors are helping bring fresh ideas into our trade.
62 buyer panel
Retail's Future
A group of buyers discussed the evolving roles of physical
stores and e-commerce in specialty food retailing.
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78 10 Things You Should Know About
Your Gen Y and Z Customers
ink you have a handle on younger consumers?
ink again. Here are key truths and critical mis-
conceptions that could be affecting your business.
COVER: ZINGERMAN'S COMMUNITY OF BUSINESSES
(continued, p. 9)
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holiday focus
72 buyers' picks
Seasonal Food Gifts
Chocolate-covered fruits and mint taffy
are among products that buyers have
high hopes for this holiday season.
74 buyers' picks
Cocktail Party Foods
Sweet and savory flavors are all the rage
for holiday entertaining.
76 q&a
Specialty Food Pros Weigh in
on Holiday Trends
Industry experts discuss what consum-
ers will be looking for in the months to
come.
