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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Four Remaining Brigham's Restaurants to Change Names

Lynnfield-based Hood made difficult decision to stop selling Brigham's brand ice cream in three-gallon tubs, citing low volume of business. Decision affects four remaining Brigham's-named eateries.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Four Remaining Brigham's Restaurants to Change Names

Lynnfield-based Hood made difficult decision to stop selling Brigham's brand ice cream in three-gallon tubs, citing low volume of business. Decision affects four remaining Brigham's-named eateries.

Many North Shore residents of a certain age may remember a time, as recently as the dawn of the 1980s, when there were two Brigham's Restaurants at both the Liberty Tree and North Shore Malls, as well as other nearby locations. Over time, the Boston-area restaurant chain saw most of its locations close for various reasons. In 2008, Lynnfield-based Hood bought the Brigham's brand and its packaged ice cream business. This week, Hood spokeswoman Lynn Bohan confirmed that the four remaining Brigham's-named restaurants (Arlington Heights, Andover, Quincy and Hingham), which are independently-owned franchises in the Boston area, will be changing their names in light of a decision to no longer sell Brigham's ice cream in three-gallon tubs. The …

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Once again, Hoods kills another superior brand.... Why can't we get Brighams Chocolate M&M in quart containers at the store?   more ›

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Lynnfield-Based Hood Partners With Hershey On New Milkshake

Regional dairy company, founded in 1846, now has milkshake drinks with Hershey's among its product line.

Lynnfield-based Hood and Hershey's have announced a special dark milkshake flavor, building on a partnership the two companies established in 2010. According to a company announcement, the Hershey's Special Dark Milkshake is the latest addition to its line of single-serve refrigerated products. The new flavor is expected to be available at retailers nationwide in 12-ounce single serve bottles starting in March. "We have been pleased with the success of HERSHEY'S Milk & Milkshakes to date and are excited to expand our product offerings," said Lynne Bohan , spokesperson for HP Hood LLC. "Special Dark continues to be a popular flavor and it was a natural progression of the line to add this flavor." The product line includes several other …

Monday, October 8, 2012

Hood Announces Caramel Egg Nog For The Holidays

Lynnfield based dairy company announces a new limited edition egg nog flavor.

Hood®, New England's leading dairy company, is releasing a new limited edition Caramel EggNog just in time for the 2012 holiday season.  Hood EggNog has been a traditional holiday favorite for more than fifty years, and the company has continued to provide consumers with new, innovative flavor offerings. According to recent research, Caramel was projected as one of the top ten flavors in both the "Sweet Flavors" and "Beverage Flavors" categories, foreseeing that consumers will be drawn to the familiarity and comfort that the flavor provides.  Given the continued popularity of the flavor, the introduction of Hood Caramel Eggnog makes an excellent addition to holiday gatherings. "Caramel has long been a popular flavor in foods and beverages…

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Lynnfield-Based Hood Heading To The Scooper Bowl

Hood, Brigham's among the brands to be represented at annual Scooper Bowl event for the Jimmy Fund next week.

The following is an announcement from The Jimmy Fund: HP Hood and Brigham’s Ice Cream will serve 2,400 gallons of ice cream at the 30th annual all-you-can-eat ice cream festival, presented by FedEx, on June 5, 6 and 7 at Boston’s City Hall Plaza. One hundred percent of the ice cream, labor and scoopers are donated.   HP Hood and Brigham’s Ice Cream will be offering Brigham's® The Big Dig and Peppermint Stick, and Hood® Bear Creek Caramel and Maine Blueberry and Sweet Cream Frozen Yogurt. Others dishing out more than 30 flavors of ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet include Baskin Robbins, Ben & Jerry’s, Breyers, Ciao Bella Gelato, Edy's, Friendly's, SoCo Creamery and Byrne Dairy.   Rain or shine, the Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® is open from …

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