Conifer Inc. - Purveyors of Specialty Foods

Canterbury Naturals Celebrates New Arrivals
NW producer of premium packaged foods adds ten new offerings to popular product line

SEATTLE – Canterbury Naturals, Conifer’s line of premium all-natural foods, celebrates its first birthday by introducing ten new products this week at the NASFT Fancy Food Show.

New in Breakfast is the Chocolate Raspberry Muffin Mix, Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Mix, Scone Mix and the Breakfast Gift Pack. New in Spice Blends is the Spinach Dip Mix and Dill Dip Mix. New in Quick Soups is Peppered Tomato Soup Mix and Brown Rice Chicken Curry Soup Mix. New in Desserts is the Chocolate Brownie Mix and the Dessert Gift Pack. Conifer is also announcing the new Fisher-brand Scone Gift Pack and, to the Canterbury Cuisine line, comes the Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Kit. Product images and samples are available at Conifer’s booths #1281-1283.

Barbara Howell, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Conifer, commented, “These new products are the perfect compliment to the Canterbury Naturals line, which we created with the busy and health conscious cook in mind. We’re excited about rounding out our selection of baked goods with additions like the all-natural Scone mix, inspired by the product our Fisher brand is so famous for, but we’re also eager to share adventurous mixes like our new Brown Rice Chicken Curry Soup.”

The Canterbury Naturals line features a broad range of core and seasonal items for every occasion, from simple weeknight dinners to special occasions. The products give consumers a foundation for quick, healthy and flavorful meals. Canterbury Naturals celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Northwest with 35 items, including favorites like Northwest Apple Cake Mix. Other popular products include Classic Crepe Mix, Italian Roasted Garlic Quick Bread Mix, and Rosemary Sage Dressing Mix. The line includes vegetarian, vegan and kosher products and ranges in price from $2.25 to $3.25 wholesale.

“All twelve of these new dishes, meals and mixes demonstrate our passion for creating new and exciting products, and allowing more consumers to bring the gourmet experience into their dining room,” Conifer President and CEO Michael Maher said of the new products.

Conifer Specialties, Inc. produces and markets a diverse range of premium products from its headquarters in Woodinville, WA, and has been celebrating the agricultural richness of the Pacific Northwest for 28 years; producing wholesome and natural foods in a culture of consistency, value and good taste. Conifer produces and markets under the brand names of Canterbury Cuisine, Canterbury Naturals, Fisher Scones as well as under private label.

MEDIA NOTE: Product images and samples are available at booths #1281-1283.

New Canterbury Naturals Line Now Available
NW producer of premium packaged foods announces new brand and name change

SEATTLE - The makers of Canterbury Cuisine, Famous Fair Scones, and Scone Girl specialty food brands, are launching a new line of all natural, premium foods called Canterbury Naturals. The Canterbury Naturals line of specialty mixes and spice blends features all natural ingredients, and contains no trans fats, colorings, preservatives or additives.

Barbara Howell, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing, states, "The Canterbury Naturals line is like the little black dress of your pantry. Our products give you a healthy, wholesome foundation that you can dress up to fit any meal or setting. They're perfect for today's busy, health-conscious, educated consumer."

The Canterbury Naturals line features a broad and diverse range of core and seasonal items for every occasion, from a simple weeknight dinner to special occasion meals. The products give consumers a foundation for quick, easy and flavorful meals. The line celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Northwest and features 29 items, including favorites such as Northwest Apple Cake Mix, Classic Crepe Mix, Italian Roasted Garlic Quick Bread Mix, and Rosemary Sage Dressing Mix. The line includes vegetarian, vegan and kosher products and ranges in price from $2.25 to $3.25 wholesale.

Canterbury Naturals is produced and marketed by Conifer Specialties, Inc., a producer of premium specialty foods, which has changed its name from Fair Scones, Inc. The new name reflects its roots in the Pacific Northwest, its growth, and the range of food categories and products it represents.

According to Conifer President and CEO Michael Maher, "We've been growing steadily for the past six years, and the Fair Scones name reflected just a portion of our business. Conifer is a one-stop solution for retailers' premium specialty food needs for both private label and branded products. Our new name and new branded packaging design will take us strongly into the future."

Conifer Inc. produces and markets a diverse range of premium products from its headquarters in Woodinville, WA, and has been celebrating the agricultural richness of the Pacific Northwest for 27 years through its wide array of specialty foods. Conifer produces and markets under the brand names of Canterbury Cuisine, Canterbury Naturals, Famous Fair Scones and, Scone Girl as well as under private label.