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Take Advantage of Wawona’s School Offerings!

Written on September 7, 2021.

Did you know that Wawona’s flavorful, nutritious fruits are a favorite for school meal programs around the country? Our school offerings include products that are economical and provide students with variety without sacrificing their delicious taste and nutrition.

Fruits like peaches and berries can help you avoid menu burnout—you can use the same ingredients to make cobblers, pastries, shortcakes, fruit cups, and more!

Wawona is a USDA-approved processing company, and we’ve provided nutritious offerings for school districts across the nation for over 30 years. Our fruit meets the child nutrition requirements, comes in a wide variety of flavors, and is tasty enough to help students develop a lifelong habit of eating healthy.

Now, we want to talk about three of our most popular school offerings.

Wawona’s fruit cups are delicious and nutritious and make the perfect addition to any school lunch program. Our peach, strawberry, and mixed berry cups contain the half-cup serving of fruit that’s required for schools to serve.

Wawona’s fruit pops are an excellent source of vitamin C, also contain a half-cup serving of fruit, and make a healthy, convenient addition to a student’s lunch.

Wawona’s bagged fruit has no added sugar and is perfect for salad bars, smoothies, and parfaits. Serve your students healthy, tasty fruit with zero prep work!

Get in touch with Wawona today—Your students will thank you!

Different Ways to Use Wawona’s Signature Peaches!

Written on September 1, 2021.

While peaches are the best when they are in season, Wawona peaches are frozen at their peak of ripeness, so that you can enjoy this delicious fruit all year round.

If your restaurant isn’t already serving peaches, here are a few ways to add peaches to your menu.

Grilled Peaches. Grilling peaches adds a lot of flavor without a lot of effort. You can grill them straight from the freezer. Serve them as a side dish, a topping for salads, or even dessert.

Sangria. If your restaurant has a bar, adding frozen peaches is a great alternative to adding ice to these chilled mixed wines.

Compote. This can easily top ice cream, pie, pancakes and more. A simple addition to your menu that is perfect for frozen peaches.

Pork-wrapped. Add a little bacon to your grilled peaches, or wrap peach slices in prosciutto for a refreshing appetizer.

Poached. This is a perfect way to serve peaches as a dessert. Cook them in some herb-infused syrup for a simple, delicious dessert.

Tarts. These simple desserts are another great way to use up peaches. You could also easily use a grilled peach with feta or goat cheese for a savory appetizer.

No matter how you choose to add peaches to your menu, be sure to have the best. Shop Wawona Frozen Foods today.

Offer Satisfying Smoothies with Wawona’s Frozen Fruit!

Written on August 24, 2021.

On a hot summer day, a smoothie can be a refreshing treat. With a few frozen fruits from Wawona, a plain smoothie can be taken to the next level on your menu.

Create a Delicious Smoothie with Wawona!

Smoothies are a convenient way to enjoy a sweet but healthy drink. Here are a few ways that you can incorporate Wawona’s frozen fruit into these drinks.

Peaches

Peach smoothies are the perfect summertime drink. Just add a few frozen peaches with a couple of berries. Use non-fat vanilla yogurt for a healthy treat.

Strawberries

Smoothies made with strawberries are a popular choice. If you want to change up the regular strawberry smoothie, think about adding tofu and honey for a drink that is packed with protein and flavor.

Pears

This fruit is not a typical smoothie ingredient, but you can add some spinach for a yummy green drink that offers plenty of health benefits.

Mixed Berries

If you are looking for a variety of sweet fruit, choose to add mixed fruit to your smoothies. These options can provide a unique blend of flavors and colors to your drink.

Need some delicious frozen fruit for your menu? Wawona Frozen Foods offers a large selection of fruits that you can use in everything from drinks to desserts!

Offer Healthy Snacks with Wawona’s Fruit!

Written on August 18, 2021.

Want a snack that is healthy and easy to make? Why not try making a snack with frozen fruit. Nutritionists love frozen fruit because:

They retain their nutrient levels
They don’t contain additives
They are very versatile for meals and snacks

Plus, frozen fruit doesn’t spoil, making it easy to add these snacks to your menu.

Healthy Snacks with Fruit That Wow Customers

By offering healthy snacks on your menu, you’ll attract health-conscious customers that appreciate nutritious, low-calorie alternatives. Here are some of our best healthy snack ideas that use frozen fruit:

Berry Yogurt Swirl Popsicle: These sophisticated popsicles blend berries, strawberries, or blueberries with dairy-free yogurt for a cool snack or dessert that caters to the vegan crowd.
Pineapple Mango Sorbet: This healthy snack whips up fast, only needing two hours to chill. Sorbets are a great menu item for in-between courses or as a light, refreshing dessert.
Freezer Fudge with Strawberries: A healthy take on a decadent treat, this freezer fudge combines frozen strawberries, almond butter, coconut oil, and maple syrup for a guilt-free snack.
Frozen Yogurt Bites: A five-healthy-ingredient snack, these frozen yogurt bites can substitute any fruit with honey, granola, and yogurt for a cool and balanced bite.

Want the best quality frozen fruit for your menu items? Check out Wawona’s wide selection of delicious frozen fruit.

Enjoy a Healthy, Fruity Breakfast with Wawona

Written on August 10, 2021.

Fruits and vegetables are pillars of popular plant-based diet trends. And what a great way to add seasonal flavor to your breakfast dishes! Turn the ordinary into something magical with a fruity twist!

Blueberry Compote-Stuffed French Toast

Dress up your french toast dish with a delicious seasonal berry compote. The warm and inviting aroma of cinnamon and vanilla pairs perfectly with the mild sweetness of the blueberry. For another layer of fancy, use brioche bread for the toast.

Fruit and Granola Protein Power Bowl

Whole fat Greek yogurt is the protein star of this protein bowl dish. Fresh, housemade granola adds some crunch. And seasonal fruits like peaches and berries add color with a sweet finish! A light meal loaded with protein and healthy fat is a great way to start the day!

Fruit is a healthy, natural way to sweeten dishes. You can serve mixed fruit as a stand-alone side or build a dish around a favorite fruit. Either way, Wawona has a wide selection of frozen fresh fruits.

Since 1943 we have been growing fresh fruit in the California sunshine. Browse our catalog of delicious frozen fresh fruit today!

Offer Fruity Appetizers with the Help of Wawona!

Written on August 3, 2021.

Different Fruit Appetizers to Serve at Your Restaurant

Here are a few options to add to your menu:

Cucumber Melon Salsa
Bruschetta and Figs
Balsamic Roasted Grapes
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

Health Benefits of Adding Fruit Appetizers to your Menu

Adding fruit appetizers to your menu can add healthy options as opposed to just your average deep-fried snacks.

Because fruit is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, adding extra servings of fruit into a daily diet is good for your health. Fruit is also packed with antioxidants. Fruit is perfect for the summer because the high water content can help keep customers hydrated and feeling refreshed. That means they leave happier and healthier!

Light, Refreshing, and Simple

Making fruit appetizers can be a great way to add something light and refreshing to your menu. It can also be extremely simple by using frozen fruit. The nutritional value is the same as fresh, and it has a great shelf life. Using frozen fruit can help cut prep time and still offer a refreshing appetizer all year round.

Are you ready to add fruit appetizers to your menu? Wawona has a wide variety of frozen fruit to choose from. Shop now.

Enjoy the Benefits of Frozen Fruit!

Written on July 28, 2021.

Over the years, frozen fruit has gotten a rotten reputation. However, it really is an excellent choice for your establishment. Here are five fantastic reasons why your restaurant should be using frozen fruit.

Picked and the Peak of Perfection

The moment that you pick fresh fruit, it begins to lose vital nutrients. Freezing this ripe fruit can lead to keeping it full of vitamins and minerals.

Frozen Fruit is Nutritious

Because these fruits are picked and frozen while they are in their prime, they often have more nutritional value than fresh produce that often has a distance to travel.

Frozen Fruit is Simple

The process to preserve the fresh fruit is to freeze it. No additives are needed. So you can easily serve fruit exactly as it should be: natural.

Frozen Fruit is Versatile

There are many ways that you can use frozen fruit on your current menu. They can easily be thawed or warmed up for delicious desserts or added to creamy smoothies.

Frozen Fruit is the Ultimate Healthy Shortcut

Because the freezing process does all the work of peeling and de-pitting for you, using frozen fruit can save your cook line valuable prep time.

Are you looking for the best place to get frozen fruit? Wawona Frozen Foods has everything your kitchen needs. Contact them today!

Incorporate Fruit Into Your Summer Entrees!

Written on July 20, 2021.

Add the taste of summer to some of your favorite dinners by incorporating fruit into your entrees! It may be easier (and tastier) than you thought to include some fruit into different menu items, and it comes with a number of satisfying benefits.

How to Incorporate Fruit Into Your Summer Entrees

Fruit can enhance the flavors of some of your favorite dishes with minimal additional effort to the kitchen staff. Try these quick ideas on how to incorporate fruit into the dinners you serve:

Add pineapple to burgers or pizza
Use mango in stir-fry
Make a fruit salsa for tacos
Put pear or apple into your turkey sandwich

Related Link: Scrumptious Fruity Appetizers

Benefits of Incorporating Fruit Into Your Dinner

If the delicious meal possibilities didn’t already start making your mouth water, learn about what adding more fruit to your diet can do for your health. Health benefits of eating more fruit include:

Increase nutrient intake
Hydration
Support healthy digestion
Boost energy levels

Are you ready to amp up some of the entrees on your menu with fruit? Contact Wawona Frozen Foods to place your order for frozen fruit today!

Create Satisfying Pastries Using IQF Fruit

Written on July 16, 2021.

IQF Fruit for Tasty Pastries

Premium fruit pastries rely on high-quality ingredients to deliver a sweet snack. With IQF fruit (short for “individually quick frozen”), your menu items will be fresh and delicious every time.

Peaches are a quintessential summer choice and mix well with today’s popular pies or fritters. Wawona Frozen Foods delivers the highest-quality IQF fruit that makes it easier than ever to add some fruity flavor to your menu and attract new customers this summer:

Examples of Our IQF Fruit Include:

Peaches
Mango Chunks
Pineapple Chunks
Blueberries
Blackberries

Tasty Menu Applications:

Consider limited-edition cobblers and turnovers to add extra incentive to your morning rush. These pastries make for great snacks or quick lunches for busy customers.

Pair pastries with smoothies. Complement the rich texture of a delicious, fruit-forward pastry with a refreshing smoothie. Our Frozen FRADDIES, made with REAL fruit and available in a range of flavors, deliver convenience and superior portion control that are perfect for crafting the tastiest smoothies in town.

Looking to sweeten your menu for the rest of the summer? Contact Wawona Frozen Foods for the finest collection of frozen fruit solutions!

Delicious Summer Salads With Wawona’s Signature Fruit!

Written on July 6, 2021.

While salads taste great year-round, there’s perhaps no better time to enjoy a salad than during the summer.

They’re light, so they won’t weigh you down in the heat, and there are so many varieties you can choose from. Plus, salads are generally very healthy. There’s no better way to make a summer salad than with Wawona’s Signature Fruit.

Related: The Wawona Way

Classic Summer Salad With Fruit

If you’re looking to make a classic summer fruit salad, we recommend cutting up some strawberries, watermelon, cantaloupe, pineapple, grapes, and any other fruit that you love for your customers to enjoy. All you need to do is toss the fruit together and serve! Summer fruit salads taste great alone, or you can serve them with some greek yogurt or frozen yogurt.

Citrus Summer Salad

Citrus salads are another great option for the summertime. Some citrus fruits you can add to your salad include lemons, limes, grapefruits, and oranges. You can top your salad with some fresh mint leaves too.

Time to Make Some Summer Salads

Summer salads are a great option when you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to indulge in a heavy dessert. You can also sprinkle some fruit on top of your favorite vegetable salads if you’re looking for a crunch.

Are you wondering where to buy the products for your operation’s summer salads? Click here to see how Wawona can help!