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NEW COLD RETAIL: Meat, Poultry & Seafood

R&FF brings you a roundup of some of the latest new releases in meat, poultry and seafood.

Rosina Rollers
Courtesy Rosina Foods
January 9, 2026
Acme Smoked Ahi Spicy Tuna
Launching at Whole Foods Market, the product underscores Acme’s commitment to making bold, modern seafood options accessible for busy lifestyles and everyday meals. Courtesy Acme Smoked Fish Company

Acme Smoked Fish Unveils RTE Smoked Ahi Spicy Tuna

Acme Smoked Fish, the fourth-generation family business celebrated for its smoked seafood, is introducing its newest innovation: Ready-to-Eat Smoked Ahi Spicy Tuna. Launching at Whole Foods Market, the product underscores Acme’s commitment to making bold, modern seafood options accessible for busy lifestyles and everyday meals.

Made with wild-caught, sustainably sourced ahi tuna that is cured, cold-smoked, and seasoned with a bold chili garlic spice blend, this craveable release is designed for versatility and ease.

From poke bowls and hand rolls to quick weeknight dinners, entertaining spreads, or straight-from-the-pack snacking, it’s a flavor-forward solution that brings convenience without compromise. (SRP: $7.99)

Barvecue Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken
Whether tossed into salads, folded into wraps, or served as a center-of-plate protein, this versatile product offers a clean-label solution for today's health-conscious and time-strapped consumers. Courtesy Barvecue

Barvecue Launches First Frozen Plant-Based Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken

Barvecue, makers of authentically wood-smoked, better comfort foods, proudly announces the launch of its newest product: Barvecue Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken, now available next to its Pulled BVQ and Carnitas, in the frozen aisle at Harris Teeter stores across the Southeast.

Crafted to deliver the classic flavor and texture of traditional rotisserie chicken, Barvecue's new plant-based chicken is seasoned to perfection and ready to heat and eat. Whether tossed into salads, folded into wraps, or served as a center-of-plate protein, this versatile product offers a clean-label solution for today's health-conscious and time-strapped consumers.

With wholesome ingredients, high protein content, low sodium, and no GMOs or cholesterol, this new product answers the call for nutritious food that fits modern lifestyles. The rotisserie seasoning captures the familiar flavor profile consumers love, making it an easy swap in countless recipes.

Ropa Vieja
Featuring 27 grams of protein per serving, this Cuban-style, slow-cooked shredded beef dish delivers the taste of an abuela-inspired, homemade meal with the convenience of a quick, heat-and-eat format. Courtesy Del Real Foods

Del Real Foods Launches Cuban-Style Ropa Vieja At Walmart

Del Real Foods, a leader in authentic Hispanic fresh foods announced the launch of its latest innovation, Ropa Vieja, now rolling out on Walmart shelves. The launch coincides with a broader Walmart distribution of the brand’s Carnitas, Barbacoa, and Pulled Chicken, while Chicken Fajitas will be introduced in Walmart stores for the first time.

Del Real Foods’ new Ropa Vieja is made with 100% USDA Choice Beef, seasoned with a traditional blend of spices, and paired with sautéed bell peppers and onions, bringing bold, authentic flavor to your table in just three minutes. Featuring 27 grams of protein per serving, this Cuban-style, slow-cooked shredded beef dish delivers the taste of an abuela-inspired, homemade meal with the convenience of a quick, heat-and-eat format.



Fish Fixe
Home cooks should look for the MSC blue fish label to know it’s wild-caught and certified sustainable, and the ASC sea green label to know your fish was farmed responsibly, for people and planet. Courtesy Fish Fixe

Fish Fixe Levels Up Seafood Delivery

Sustainable, crave-worthy seafood is now easier than ever at home. Fish Fixe, the “Shark Tank”-endorsed, family-run seafood brand that delivers restaurant-quality seafood straight to your kitchen, is improving its lineup with four new crave-worthy options: Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified sustainable Alaskan Sockeye Salmon and Icelandic Haddock, plus Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) certified responsible Cobia and Rainbow Trout.

Home cooks should look for the MSC blue fish label to know it’s wild-caught and certified sustainable, and the ASC sea green label to know your fish was farmed responsibly, for people and planet.

Fish Fixe makes seafood approachable for everyone—from cooking amateurs to seasoned home chefs—by providing expertly sourced sea proteins, easy thaw-and-prep instructions, simple recipes, and nationwide delivery. Boxes start at $119.00 and range from 8 to 24 portions.

Customers can add not only Sockeye Salmon, Icelandic Haddock, Rainbow Trout, and Cobia to their boxes, but also other delicious offerings like Gulf Shrimp, Patagonian Sea Scallops, and Yellowfin Tuna. These four new certified options are available now and continue Fish Fixe’s mission: bringing responsibly sourced, crave-worthy seafood to more American dinner tables, one delicious portion at a time.


Chicken Meatballs
H-E-B is the first retailer to debut the new line. This launch marks Real Good Foods’ expansion into the meatball category and advances its commitment to removing seed oils across its portfolio. Additional retail expansion is planned, with the line expected to reach more stores nationwide. Courtesy Real Good Foods

Real Good Foods Enters New Category with 4 Varieties of Chicken Meatballs

The Real Good Foods Company, Inc. announced its new chicken meatball line is now available at H-E-B stores.

Made with 100% chicken breast meat and no artificial ingredients, the meatballs are free from seed oils and deliver 20–21 grams of protein with only 2–3 net carbs per serving. Compared to leading brands, they contain about 60% fewer carbs and 50% fewer calories—giving shoppers a cleaner, protein-packed option for their favorite meals.

The assortment features four flavorful varieties:

  • Homestyle – a classic take on comfort food
  • Italian – seasoned with traditional herbs and spices
  • Chicken Little – a kid-friendly version perfect for smaller appetites
  • Teriyaki Pineapple – a sweet and savory twist for adventurous eaters

H-E-B is the first retailer to debut the new line. This launch marks Real Good Foods’ expansion into the meatball category and advances its commitment to removing seed oils across its portfolio. Additional retail expansion is planned, with the line expected to reach more stores nationwide.


Rosina Rollers
The debut of Rosina Rollers — highlighted by its signature Big Italian Roller and plans for additional flavors like the Cheeseburger Roller — showcases the company’s ongoing drive to expand and energize the convenience food category. Courtesy Rosina Foods

Rosina Foods Brings Bold Flavor to C-Stores New Roller Grill Innovation

Rosina Food Products, the family-owned national leader in frozen Italian meatballs and frozen pasta for more than 60 years, is introducing its newest convenience store innovation: Rosina Rollers — a long, seasoned meatball served on a bun, crafted to bring bold, craveable flavor to roller grills nationwide.

Designed to bring variety and premium flavor to the roller grill segment, Rosina Rollers offer:

  • The authentic flavor of Rosina’s time-honored meatball recipe, seasoned to perfection.
  • A design that is roller grill-ready, ideal for consistent rotation, heating, and merchandising.
  • A design that is operator friendly, making for easy prep and handling.

Corn Dogs
The World's Largest Hot Dog Chain serves more than 120 million hot dogs annually. Courtesy Wiernerschnitzel/Golden West Foods

Wienerschnitzel Bringing Iconic Corn Dogs to Retail

Wienerschnitzel, the world’s largest hot dog chain, announced that shoppers in California and Nevada will soon be able to get a taste of the company’s iconic Corn Dogs, enjoyed right in their own home whenever they’d like.

It’s all thanks to a partnership with Golden West Food Group, which is known for bringing a taste of some of the most iconic brands to grocers through its innovative product development and premium manufacturing.

More than 500 grocery stores across California and Nevada, including The Save Mart Companies’ three banners; Save Mart, FoodMaxx, and Lucky, plus Albertsons and Vons locations will offer Wienerschnitzel-branded products in the frozen food aisle.

KEYWORDS: chicken Hispanic food meatballs seafood tuna

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