Christine Blank

Orlando

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Contributing Editor at SeafoodSource.com

Writing & editing is my passion. Contributing Editor for SeaFood Business, http://t.co/ZHvdu3c4Hi, QSR Magazine, Drug Topics. Restaurant & travel blogger.

Articles

Young’s unveils new breaded fish flavors in bid to appeal to new consumers

1 week ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

Young’s is aiming to reverse declining breaded fish sales in the U.K. with a series of new retail offerings. The Grimsby, U.K.-based frozen seafood supplier said it is aiming to appeal to a younger generation of shoppers with its new pollock products: Young’s Breaded Fish with Garlic and Herb and Young’s Breaded Fish with Paprika & Pepper.
Consumer confidence could impact US seafood buyers more than tariffs

2 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

As global seafood suppliers grapple with the potential impacts of threatened tariffs on grocery and restaurant sales, overarching consumer concerns are likely to end up having a greater impact on U.S. shopper spending.
Louisiana shrimp plant faces revocation of permit over “spoiled seafood” smell

2 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

Lake Charles, Louisiana, U.S.A.-based food manufacturing firm Big Easy Foods, which produces wild-caught Gulf shrimp products, among others, may have the permits for its Independence, Louisiana-based Gulf Island Shrimp and Seafood processing plant pulled after ignoring years of complaints about odors. The plant, according to local residents, gives off a strong “spoiled seafood” odor, according to WBRZ.
US federal funding cuts eliminating traditionally steady purchases of seafood

2 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

Massive funding cuts that U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has made to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) Cooperative Program are cutting off traditionally reliable buyers of the nation’s seafood. The LFPA cuts amount to an estimated USD 1.13 billion (EUR 1 billion) and are hampering the ability of food banks across the nation to feed local populations with safe, fresh food options, including local seafood.
UK grocers, food suppliers warn about price hikes

2 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

U.K. grocery CEOs and retail groups warn that Britons’ food costs will increase as retailers face increasing inflation and labor rates. Food manufacturers and retailers are still evaluating the impact of the 10 percent U.S. tariffs on U.K. goods, but said inflation is a likely result. The U.K. Government has launched a consultation asking U.K. businesses to comment on options, including retaliatory action – and which commodities should have retaliatory tariffs.
Conagra execs worried about inflation, tariffs as profit drops

3 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

Reporting a hefty decline in net sales in its third fiscal quarter of 2025, Conagra executives said they are concerned about the impacts of inflation and the potential impacts of new tariffs. The Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A.-based manufacturer of frozen seafood brands Mrs. Paul’s and Van de Kamp’s, along with numerous other food products, reported its net sales decreased 6.3 percent, while organic net sales declined 5.2 percent in the quarter.
US grocers, restaurants sound alarm on Trump tariffs, inflation

3 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

U.S. retail and restaurant operators said they are concerned about the impact U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on imports from several countries will have on food prices, consumers, and businesses.
SeaPak creates new US holiday, launches marketing campaign targeting picky eaters

3 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

St. Simons Island, Georgia, U.S.A.-based frozen seafood supplier SeaPak, a division of Rich Products Corp., is invested in marketing its breaded shrimp products to children across the U.S.To accomplish this goal, the company gained approval for a new seafood-related holiday and is partnering with special and visual effects company Jim Henson's Creature Shop as part of a national marketing campaign.
Clam spritzer, lobster lip gloss lead April Fool’s Day seafood prank promotions

3 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

U.S. retailers and restaurants are celebrating April Fool’s Day this year with seafood-related prank promotions. Lakewood, Colorado, U.S.A.-based Natural Grocers, which operates nearly 170 natural and organic stores, unveiled four new fake flavors in its private-label canned spritzer line: Clam Water, Roasted Chicken Water, Raw Onion Water, and Mac and Cheese Fizz Water.
Law firm proposes class action suit against Texas Roadhouse claiming menu is misleading

3 weeks ago | seafoodsource.com | Christine Blank

A proposed class action lawsuit against U.S. restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse is targeting what the law firm calls “deceptive” and “misleading” labeling and marketing practices surrounding certain menu items, including the restaurant chain’s grilled shrimp and grilled salmon entrees. Trief and Olk, a Hackensack, New Jersey, U.S.A.-based law firm, is looking for consumers to participate in the potential class action lawsuit.