April 20, 2018
 

Thai Union award-winning product to debut in Europe seafood expo

Thai Union Group PCL's award-winning Yellowfin Tuna Slices will make its European debut at the Seafood Expo Global in Brussels, Belgium, on April 24-26. Thai Union's Yellowfin Tuna Slices were declared a winner for "Best New Foodservice Product" at the Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America held in Boston, Massachusetts, last month.

They are touted as the world's first pre-sliced, pre-seasoned tuna made from whole yellowfin tuna loins. Developed to give tuna-loving deli users a healthier, convenient alternative to traditional luncheon meats, they are perfect for upscale sandwiches, salads, charcuterie and cold-cut platters.

The new product-which was chosen the winner based on the uniqueness and appropriateness to the market, taste profile, packaging, market potential, convenience, nutritional value and originality-will be on display and served at the Thai Union Europe booth (#5-541).

Additionally, Yellowfin Tuna Slices have been chosen as a finalist in the 2018 Seafood Excellence Global Awards at Seafood Expo Global. The winners of the competition will be announced at a special reception on April 24.

"For years, nutritionists have been encouraging the public to add more seafood into their diet, but foodservice has offered few new alternatives to the old beef, pork, chicken and turkey routine," said Scott Solar, Thai Union's group director of foodservice. "Thai Union's Yellowfin Tuna Slices are the first ready-to-eat tuna product that can compete in Europe's delis and restaurants."

"We're changing the classic deli experience forever by making sliced tuna a ready-to-eat option that adds the Omega-3 and health benefits to sandwiches, salads and anywhere else you need an alternative to sliced turkey, ham and roast beef."

Two initial flavor varieties will be offered, Black Pepper and Cajun, each without preservatives or artificial ingredients.