May 2026

Spring is officially in full swing, and May brings a renewed energy to restaurants across New England. As patios reopen, seasonal specials return, and customers begin gathering for graduations, celebrations, and warmer weather dining, it’s the perfect time to refresh menus and prepare for the busy months ahead. At Colony Foods, we’re proud to help our customers stay stocked with the products, ideas, and support they need to make the most of the season.

Brand & Product Spotlight: sports nights, patio season, takeout specials, and family meal deals

PILGRIM’S FOODSERVICE WING DINGS®

Wing season is heating up, and there’s no better time to elevate your menu with Pilgrim’s® Foodservice Wing Dings®. These crowd-favorite wings deliver the crispy texture, bold flavor, and kitchen consistency operators need heading into the busy spring and summer months.

Wing Dings® products are designed to help restaurants save labor while still serving crave-worthy appetizers, combos, and specialty flavors customers love. From classic buffalo to signature dry rubs and global-inspired sauces, these wings are built for versatility and profitability.

Popular products available through Colony Foods include:

  • Breaded Small Wing Dings® Fully Cooked
  • Breaded Medium Wing Dings® Fully Cooked
  • Boneless Dings
  • Wing Zings® Spicy Breaded Wings

Operators continue to see strong demand for wings across menus nationwide, making them a perfect feature item for sports nights, patio season, takeout specials, and family meal deals.

Learn More: Pilgrim’s Foodservice Wing Dings

FONTANINI® ITALIAN MEATS & SAUSAGES

As outdoor dining, catering, and summer traffic begin picking up, operators are looking for reliable ingredients that deliver bold flavor and versatility across multiple menu items. Fontanini® premium Italian meats are a perfect fit for pizza shops, sandwich counters, pasta dishes, appetizers, and specialty creations.

Known for authentic flavor and consistent quality, Fontanini products help kitchens create hearty, high-margin menu items while reducing prep time and maintaining consistency during busy service hours.

Popular offerings available through Colony Foods may include:

  • Italian Sausage Crumbles
  • Meatballs
  • Sliced Italian Sausage
  • Beef and Pork Toppings
  • Sandwich and Pasta Proteins

These products work especially well for:

  • Specialty pizzas
  • Sausage and pepper grinders
  • Pasta dishes
  • Catering trays
  • Game day and family-style meals

Whether customers are refreshing seasonal menus or looking for reliable back-of-house solutions, Fontanini products bring authentic flavor and operational convenience together.

Learn More: Fontanini Foods

Colony Team Spotlight

Sales & Training Seminar Success

Recently, the Colony Foods sales team gathered for an exciting training and product seminar featuring presentations from Pilgrim’s Foodservice and Pepper.

The team had the opportunity to sample Pilgrim’s® Wing Dings® products firsthand while learning more about product performance, menu applications, and customer opportunities heading into peak wing season. Thank you to the Pilgrim’s team for the great tasting and educational presentation.

The seminar also included hands-on training with Pepper, Colony Foods’ evolving ecommerce ordering platform. The session focused on improving customer ordering experiences, streamlining operations, and helping restaurants manage products and ordering more efficiently.

At Colony Foods, continuing education and product knowledge help ensure our team can provide the best possible support, ideas, and service to our customers every day.

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Ecommerce Ordering Made Easier with Pepper

Colony Foods continues investing in tools and technology to help customers place orders faster and more efficiently. Pepper’s ecommerce platform provides a modern ordering experience that helps operators browse products, manage orders, and stay connected with Colony anytime.

Customers interested in learning more about online ordering tools and account setup can contact their Colony Foods representative for additional information.

Thank You From Colony Foods

As always, thank you for trusting Colony Foods as your foodservice partner. We appreciate the opportunity to support your business with quality products, dependable service, and solutions designed to help your operation succeed.

439 Haverhill St

Lawrence, MA 01841

(978) 794-1500

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