Andean Naturals and Specialty Commodities Inc. introduce kaniwa, a nutritious Andean “grain” ideal for bakery products

WHAT:   

Joint-venture partners Andean Naturals, a leading importer and wholesaler of organic quinoa, and Specialty Commodities Inc. (SCI), which imports, manufactures, and distributes a broad portfolio of specialty crops, are introducing baby quinoa, or kaniwa (ka-nyi-wa) to the world market. Kaniwa is a gluten-free, complete-protein “grain” (technically a seed) grown in the Andes. It’s similar to quinoa, but is more protein and fiber dense and tastes sweeter.

Try it yourself and pick up a recipe at the Andean Naturals and SCI booths at Expo West.

WHEN:        

March 11–13, 2011

   

WHERE:    

Expo West Booth # 1902 (Andean Naturals)
Expo West Booth # 2104 (SCI)

    Anaheim Convention Center

WHY:    

1. There’s growing demand for gluten-free foods, and kaniwa is a highly nutritious and affordable option for flour mixes, pancake mixes, grain blends, and sprinkling on top of breads.

2. Andean Naturals and SCI provide organic, sustainably grown quinoa and kaniwa purchased from farmers at fair prices—important considerations for organic consumers.

3. Kaniwa’s red color makes it an exotic addition to mixes and other products.

CONTACT:     Sergio Nuñez de Arco, CEO, Andean Naturals, +1 (650) 303-1780

For more information, see www.andeannaturals.com and the Andean-SCI introduce new grain.pdf