Remember the Coke-Pepsi wars of the late 20th century when the giants battled each other over soft drinks? That competition may be over, but a new one could break out on different turf: the dairy case. PepsiCo is getting involved in yogurt, while the Coca-Cola Co. is distributing a dairy-based recovery beverage.
Foodservice operators and suppliers can appeal to women, especially older women, by offering yogurt-based sauces and other healthier substitutions for heavier sauce options. That’s the conclusion from Chicago-based Technomic Inc., a research firm specializing in foodservice trends.