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January 27, 2012

PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC ISSUES ALLERGY ALERT ON UNDECLARED SOY PROTEIN IN Aunt Jemima® Frozen Pancakes

(Parsippany, NJ, January 27, 2012) Out of regard and concern for our consumers, Pinnacle Foods Group LLC is recalling certain Aunt Jemima Frozen Pancakes. MORE >>

December 15, 2011

Birds Eye® Gives the Gift of Vegetables This Holiday Season

Join Birds Eye's Mission to Feed Kids Better with Veggies - and Share Even More - at Facebook.com/BirdsEyeVegetables MORE >>

December 13, 2011

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Appoints Christopher J. Boever Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC announces the appointment of Christopher J. Boever as Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer. MORE >>

November 14, 2011

Birds Eye and Cornell Researcher Brian Wansink, PhD, Team Up on Tips to Help Kids Discover the Wonder of Vegetables™

New Ideas, a Stocked Freezer and a Veggie-Powered Plate Help Families Enjoy More Veggies MORE >>

November 09, 2011

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC Reports Fiscal 2011 Third Quarter Results

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 25, 2011. MORE >>

November 08, 2011

Pinnacle Foods Employees Raise $30,000 through Bake Sales for Share Our Strength®

Volunteers Help End Childhood Hunger in America MORE >>

November 01, 2011

PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC LAUNCHES DUNCAN HINES® PROFESSIONAL

Partners with BakeMark USA to provide cake mixes to professional and bulk bakers MORE >>

October 27, 2011

New Jersey Based Pinnacle Foods Awards Mercer County Community College Students with Culinary Scholarships for 2011-2012 School Year

Ray Montero and Amber Hinshaw receive Pinnacle Foods Chef Jacket Partnership Scholarships MORE >>

October 21, 2011

Celebrity Chef Aaron McCargo, Jr., and Aunt Jemima Frozen Breakfast Broadcast Live From the Line at 2011 Blogalicious Weekend

Shares with America's Most Influential Women Bloggers How "Every Batch is Made From Scratch" MORE >>

October 17, 2011

Pinnacle Foods' Birds Eye® Brand Awards "Share the Wonder" Grants to Help Local Communities Discover the Wonder of Vegetables

Five Organizations Receive Grants to Inspire and Enable Their Communities to Enjoy Vegetables and to Help Feed Kids Better MORE >>

October 05, 2011

Pinnacle Foods’ Vlasic Stork is named “Favorite Advertising Icon”

Vlasic Stork is inducted into Madison Avenue’s Advertising Walk of Fame MORE >>

September 15, 2011

Birds Eye® Declares "It's Always Vegetable Season™" and Unveils Its "Discover the Wonder of Vegetables™" Campaign

Top Chef Marcus Samuelsson, Cornell Researcher Dr. Brian Wansink and Share Our Strength® Join Birds Eye for Its Vegetable Snow Farm in Union Square to Announce a Donation Commitment of Vegetables for 1 Million Meals to Help Feed Kids Better MORE >>

August 23, 2011

Savor Mornings with NEW Oatmeal Pancakes from Aunt Jemima® Frozen Breakfast

Wholesome Breakfast Contains as Much Fiber as a Serving of Oatmeal MORE >>

August 18, 2011

Duncan Hines® Reveals Desserts and Table Favor to Be Featured at the 63rd Primetime Emmy® Awards Governors Ball

Primetime stars to receive a Duncan Hines® truffle cake pop trio in a keepsake box MORE >>

August 11, 2011

Pinnacle Foods' Birds Eye® Brand Announces New Steamfresh® Chef's Favorites Varieties

Restaurant-Style Vegetables At Your Dinner Table! MORE >>

August 10, 2011

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC Reports Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Results

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 26, 2011. MORE >>

July 12, 2011

Birds Eye® Commits to Helping Kids Discover the Wonder of Vegetables

New Initiatives Help to Feed Kids Better and Unlock the Wonder of Vegetables™ MORE >>

June 27, 2011

Aunt Jemima® Frozen Breakfast Launches First TV Spot in Five Years Highlighting Simplified Just-Like-Homemade Recipe

Aunt Jemima® Frozen Breakfast unveiled today its new TV spot and the second of a three-part social video series featuring real employees from Jackson, Tenn. – Jennifer Franklin, Charley Schumaker and Susie Tomlinson. MORE >>

June 02, 2011

Birds Eye® Supports New USDA MyPlate Icon, Commits to Make It Easier for Americans to Fill Half Their Plates With Vegetables and Fruits

Starting today, Americans are encouraged to fill half their plate with vegetables and fruits – a significant, positive change that could make a powerful difference in their overall health and weight. MORE >>

May 05, 2011

Food Network's Aaron McCargo, Jr., Heats Up the Breakfast Table

Creates Signature Recipes for Aunt Jemima® Frozen Pancakes, Waffles and French Toast and Demonstrates How Homemade Can Be Simple And Easy MORE >>

April 15, 2011

Pinnacle Foods Group Announces Plans To Further Improve Supply Chain

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC today announced plans to further improve the efficiency and sustainability of its supply chain. MORE >>

April 13, 2011

Log Cabin Syrup Declares Wednesdays “Breakfast for Dinner” Day

Survey Finds Most American Families Enjoy Breakfast For Dinner; Log Cabin Recommends Turning the Occasional Dinnertime Treat into Weekly Family Time MORE >>

April 11, 2011

Bake On and Give Back with the Duncan Hines® 1 MILLION Cupcake Challenge

Official Dessert Sponsor of the 63rd Primetime Emmy® Awards Governors Ball Partners with Share Our Strength® to Help End Childhood Hunger MORE >>

March 28, 2011

Mrs. Butterworth’s® Syrup Dresses Up for Spring with Three Limited-Edition Bottles

Dress Up Breakfast with Family Fun and Download Mrs. Butterworth’s® Accessories on www.Facebook.com/MrsButterworths MORE >>

February 23, 2011

Log Cabin Syrup Survey Shows No One Makes Breakfast Quite Like Mom

Majority of Respondents Start Their Day with a Hot Breakfast and Conversation, Though Many Have Invited Gadgets Like iPads and Mobile Devices to the Table MORE >>

February 18, 2011

Aunt Jemima® Frozen Breakfast Team Broadcasts Live From the Line

Shows America How “Every Batch Is Made From Scratch” MORE >>

February 11, 2011

Escape To The Islands With The Unique Taste of Hawaiian™ Kettle Style Potato Chips and Snack Rings

Now Available in Salt Lake City and Greater Utah Area MORE >>

February 09, 2011

TONY FERNANDEZ NAMED EVP AND CHIEF SUPPLY CHAIN OFFICER PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC today announced the appointment of Antonio F. Fernandez as Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective immediately. MORE >>

December 14, 2010

Birds Eye® on a Mission to Inspire a Love of Vegetables

Celebrate Vegetables with Birds Eye as they help “Feed Kids Better” with Share Our Strength® MORE >>

December 07, 2010

Duncan Hines Unleashes Creative Baking Fun With New Inspirational Video Series

Tapping the Talents of Emerging Directors Through Filmaka, New Amazing Glazes Make Decadent Desserts Sparkle in Video Series MORE >>

December 03, 2010

Pinnacle Foods Announces Plans to Improve Supply Chain

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC today announced supply chain improvements as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the long-term strength of its leading brands. MORE >>

November 15, 2010

Mrs. Butterworth’s® Announces First-Ever Limited Edition Holiday Bottles

Deck the halls with Mrs. Butterworth’s® syrup! One of America’s top favorite spokes figures loves to dress up for the holidays but until now no one has seen her out of her everyday dress, but this year is different. Mrs. Butterworth’s wants to show her holiday spirit to families everywhere by wearing her first-series of her designer outfits! MORE >>

November 09, 2010

MAYOR LUKE RAVENSTAHL DECLARES NOVEMBER 17th AS “AUNT JEMIMA® FROZEN BREAKFAST EDUCATION DAY” IN PITTSBURGH

Studies show that children who eat breakfast are healthier, more active and less likely to become obese. This is why Aunt Jemima® Frozen Pancakes, the Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC and The Children’s Center of Pittsburgh have teamed up to educate children on the importance of a well-balanced breakfast. MORE >>

October 22, 2010

THE MOMMY MD MAKES FISH STICKS INTO MUMMIES AND MORE THIS HALLOWEEN

This Halloween, Rallie McAllister, MD, book author, mother, home chef and nutritionist has created some fun and filling dinner ideas, sure to send your family off trick-or-treating happy and well fed. MORE >>

October 20, 2010

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD AND MAYOR PAM IORIO DECLARE OCTOBER 29TH AS “AUNT JEMIMA® FROZEN BREAKFAST EDUCATION DAY” IN TAMPA

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, students who start the day with breakfast perform better at school. This is why Aunt Jemima® Frozen Pancakes and Hillsborough County schools have teamed up to educate students on the importance of a well-balanced breakfast MORE >>

October 20, 2010

Hungry-Man® Connects Consumers to “Hungry Heroes”

Social Media Campaign Takes Consumers on a Hilarious Journey to Find the Inventor of the Hungry-Man® Meal MORE >>

October 20, 2010

Hungry-Man® Creates iPhone App and Social Media Quest for Maker of Hearty, Frozen Dinners

Hungry-Man®, the brand of frozen dinners and entrées known and loved by men everywhere—simultaneously introduces an iPhone app and a social media campaign designed specifically for the 18-34 male consumer to uncover the maker of the Hungry-Man® dinner. MORE >>

October 20, 2010

Hungry-Man® Introduces New iPhone App: “The Growlator”

Name Your Hunger and Cure It With the First Ever Stomach Growl Translator MORE >>

October 10, 2010

DUNCAN HINES ELEVATES THE BAKING EXPERIENCE WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF AMAZING GLAZES AND DECADENT CAKES

Perfect for Halloween Treats to Holiday Creations and Everyday Delights Decadent Triple Chocolate and Apple Caramel Cake topped with Amazing Chocolate and Vanilla Glazes- takes Frosting to the Next Level MORE >>

October 10, 2010

Happy Halloween From Mrs. Butterworth’s® Syrup – One of America’s Most Beloved Spokespersons

Mrs. Butterworth's will bewitch with these recipes MORE >>

September 13, 2010

Vlasic Stork Nominated for 2010 Madison Avenue Advertising Walk of Fame

Deadline for Voting September 24th at 6:00 p.m. EST

Vlasic® Pickles is pleased to announce that the Vlasic Stork has been nominated for the Madison Avenue Advertising Walk of Fame. MORE >>

August 09, 2010

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC Reports Fiscal 2010 Second Quarter Results

Pinnacle Foods Finance LLC (“Pinnacle” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded, high-quality food products in North America, announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 27, 2010.
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August 05, 2010

Start the School Year Off Right With Great Ideas From New LOG CABIN® ALL-NATURAL SYRUP

First National Brand to Debut All Natural Pancake Syrup- In Stores Now! MORE >>

August 04, 2010

Hungry-Man® Frozen Dinners and Entrees Introduces “Pub Favorites” Line

HUNGRY-MAN® Frozen Dinners and Entrees Introduces “Pub Favorites” Line MORE >>

July 30, 2010

Celebrate Summer with Delicious and Nutritious Recipes From Mrs. Butterworth’s

Celebrate Summer with Delicious and Nutritious Recipes From One of America’s Most Loved Spokes Figures—Mrs. Butterworth’s. MORE >>

July 29, 2010

Katie Rousonelos of Madison, WI Is Making Her Hollywood Debut

Katie Baked Her Way To a Seat on the Red Carpet at the 62nd Primetime Emmy® Awards with the Duncan Hines® Red Carpet Cupcake Challenge MORE >>

July 28, 2010

Taste What a Vlasic® Can Do To Holiday Fare

Vlasic Pickles and celebrity chef Kevin Roberts share recipes that will zest up holiday gatherings. MORE >>

July 28, 2010

Eat a Pickle, Not a Chip!

#1 Pickle Brand Offers Better-For-You Alternatives to Start the Year off Right MORE >>

July 15, 2010

Celebrate Breakfast Everyday With New Aunt Jemima Frozen Confetti Pancakes

Aunt Jemima®, the frozen pancake expert you trust to bring great tasting, warm breakfasts to your family, is introducing new Aunt Jemima Frozen Confetti Pancakes. MORE >>

July 12, 2010

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Aims to Drive Sustainable Growth with New Agency Selections to Serve Icon Brands

Pinnacle announces selection of new creative agencies to handle key business units.
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July 10, 2010

Duncan Hines Introduces Decadent Cakes and Glazes

Duncan Hines introduces the latest breakthrough in deliciousness at the baking aisle – Decadent Cakes and Glazes. MORE >>

July 10, 2010

Log Cabin®, The First National Brand to Debut All Natural Pancake Syrup

Log Cabin® Syrup—a family household tradition since 1887—launches the first ever nationally distributed All Natural syrup. MORE >>

July 01, 2010

Make Any Day More Extraordinary With Brownie Cookies: There's Nothing Cookie Cutter About Them

Cookies are a popular easy-to-make treat, but oftentimes they lack in originality. Duncan Hines offers the perfect way to make a cookie that’s a bite above the ordinary by using the brownie mix you know and love as the batter. MORE >>

June 21, 2010

Duncan Hines® Makes Its Hollywood Debut ….AND YOU’RE INVITED!

Bake Your Way To The Emmy Awards® with the Duncan Hines® Red Carpet Cupcake Challenge MORE >>

June 14, 2010

Duncan Hines Makes Its Hollywood Debut As The Official Dessert Sponsor of the 62nd Primetime Emmy® Awards Governors Ball

Pinnacle Foods, LLC announced today that its Duncan Hines Brand will this year become the official dessert sponsor of the 62nd Primetime Emmy Awards and Creative Arts Awards Governors Ball.
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June 07, 2010

Mark L. Schiller Appointed Executive VP Pinnacle Foods Group LLC, Division President - Duncan Hines Grocery Division

Pinnacle Foods Group LLC announces the appointment of Mark L. Schiller as Executive Vice President and Division President - Duncan Hines Grocery Division. MORE >>

December 23, 2009

Pinnacle Foods Group Completes Acquisition of Birds Eye Foods

Combination creates a powerful portfolio of iconic brands with category leadership positions MORE >>

November 19, 2009

Pinnacle Foods Group Announces $1.3 Billion Acquisition Of Birds Eye Foods

Combination creates a powerful portfolio of iconic brands with category leadership positions MORE >>

July 13, 2009

Robert J. Gamgort Named Chief Executive Officer of Pinnacle Foods Group LLC

The Board of Directors of Pinnacle Foods Group LLC, a portfolio company of The Blackstone Group, today announced the appointment of Robert J. “Bob” Gamgort as its Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. MORE >>

February 12, 2007

PINNACLE FOODS GROUP INC. TO BE ACQUIRED BY THE BLACKSTONE GROUP FOR $2.16 BILLION

Pinnacle Foods Group Inc. (“Pinnacle Foods” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded food products in the United States and Canada, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by affiliates of The Blackstone Group for approximately $2.16 billion in cash and the assumption of certain obligations. MORE >>