McCain takes a new bite out of snack time with McCain Marché

TORONTO, Aug. 26, 2016 /CNW/ - Today, McCain is thrilled to introduce a satisfying new way for Canadians to snack with our game-changing McCain Marché lineup, coming soon to freezer aisles at grocery retailers across the country. Made with wholesome, high-quality ingredients, McCain Marché snacks are warm, delicious and incredibly satisfying. They're the 'perfect in-between' to keep Canadians going from one thing to the next.

"We know Canadians are looking for more in their snacks. Empty calories are out and simple ingredients are in. People want more satisfying snack choices they can feel good about and that better fit their lifestyles," said Vikram Bawa, Vice President, Marketing, McCain Foods. "We've listened and delivered.  McCain Marché snacks are delicious and offer a balance of grains, dairy, meats and vegetables."

All McCain Marché snacks are oven-baked, never fried, made with no artificial flavours or colours, and come in a variety of choices to satisfy more tastes and cravings than ever before, including:

• Harvest Pockets – the perfect balance of mouth-watering flavours and wholesome ingredients in a delicious rosemary sourdough pocket. Available in Roasted Chicken, Chicken Alfredo and Three Cheese and Spinach recipes.
• Protein Pop'ables – bite-sized snacks with 14 to 23 grams of protein per serving to keep you going. Available in Chicken Parmesan, Jamaican Beef and Italian Sausage recipes.
• Pizza Pockets – a Canadian favourite for kids and kids-at-heart, these warm pizza snacks got a new look but are made with the same delicious recipe and ingredients. Available in Pepperoni, Deluxe and Three Cheese recipes.

"We created the recipes for McCain Marché inspired by the flavours we know Canadians love," explained Mr. Bawa. "For nearly 60 years, McCain has proudly made some of Canadians' favourite foods and we're committed to continue introducing innovative new products, like McCain Marché, to meet changing needs and tastes."

For more information visit: http://mccain.ca/en/marche-snacks

SOURCE McCain Foods (Canada)

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Teresa Fazari, Hill + Knowlton Strategies, [email protected], 416-413-4619