{"id":109303,"date":"2026-06-07T14:04:01","date_gmt":"2026-06-07T14:04:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/dietz-watson-expands-its-premium-deli-chicken-lineup-with-launch-of-heritage-roast-and-cantina-chicken-breast-at-iddba-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-06-07T14:04:01","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T14:04:01","slug":"dietz-watson-expands-its-premium-deli-chicken-lineup-with-launch-of-heritage-roast-and-cantina-chicken-breast-at-iddba-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistaninewspaperlist.com\/news\/dietz-watson-expands-its-premium-deli-chicken-lineup-with-launch-of-heritage-roast-and-cantina-chicken-breast-at-iddba-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Dietz &#038; Watson Expands Its Premium Deli Chicken Lineup with Launch of Heritage Roast and Cantina Chicken Breast at IDDBA 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"main-body-container\" itemprop=\"articleBody\">\n<p>PHILADELPHIA, June  07, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=D_aj06C9yskgBnUJ0Kl90Jk4QscOCz2kt9BP3OnpIlnU6h6-y-kgVP2w0EjcFwKJiM-sThtQamQfY4lMVyeK3SscL-PFubk_UF_jVmnYrfo=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\"><u>Dietz &amp; Watson<\/u><\/a>, a leading provider of premium deli meats and artisan cheeses, is introducing two new sliced-to-order chicken breast flavors: Heritage Roast Chicken Breast and Cantina Chicken Breast, unveiled at the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) Show today. Crafted with simple ingredients and bold flavor profiles, the new offerings bring both nostalgic comfort and fresh, contemporary taste to the service deli counter.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt Dietz &amp; Watson, we\u2019re always looking for ways to add exciting flavor to our portfolio while staying true to our roots,\u201d said Lauren Eni Canseco, chief marketing officer at Dietz &amp; Watson. \u201cHeritage Roast speaks to the timeless comfort families love, while Cantina Chicken introduces a fresh, vibrant flavor inspired by global cuisine. Both reflect our commitment to quality ingredients, thoughtful innovation, and listening closely to what shoppers are craving.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a family-owned company, we\u2019ve always believed the deli counter should offer both trusted classics and exciting new flavors,\u201d adds Louis Eni, president and CEO of Dietz &amp; Watson. \u201cWith Heritage Roast and Cantina Chicken, we\u2019re delivering on both. One brings the comforting taste of a traditional roast chicken, while the other introduces a bold, globally-inspired flavor. It\u2019s a reflection of how we continue evolving our portfolio while staying rooted in the quality and craftsmanship our family has stood behind for generations.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>From hearty soups and paninis to street-style tacos and grain bowls, the new flavors are designed to deliver versatility across multiple meal occasions:<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:12pt;\"><strong>Heritage Roast Chicken Breast<\/strong> delivers a warm, hearty profile reminiscent of a classic homemade chicken soup. Savory roasted chicken is layered with subtle herbaceous notes. Sweet vegetables and fresh herbs add depth and comfort, creating a clean, satisfying finish that feels both familiar and elevated. The result is a comforting, yet elevated flavor that feels familiar, yet refined.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Cantina-Chicken-Sliced_2000x2000\" data-mce-style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ml.globenewswire.com\/Resource\/Download\/a6e94b44-8335-4169-a423-e7f94de6bbf3\/cantina-chicken-sliced-2000x2000.png\" style=\"display:block; margin-left:auto; margin-right:auto;\" width=\"600\" data-dpi=\"300\" data-caption=\"Cantina Chicken Breast\" data-filename=\"Cantina-Chicken-Sliced_2000x2000.png\"\/><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:12pt;\"><strong>Cantina Chicken Breast <\/strong>offers a vibrant, well-balanced profile inspired by globally influenced flavors. Sweet-savory vegetables lead the first bite, complemented by herbaceous cilantro and coriander. A touch of acidity keeps the finish crisp and refreshing, while light smoky undertones add depth, making it a versatile choice for sandwiches, wraps, salads, tacos and grain bowls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Both new chicken breast varieties are gluten free and made without artificial preservatives, flavors or colors. Like all Dietz &amp; Watson deli meats, they contain no fillers, extenders or MSG and are crafted to meet the needs of today\u2019s health-conscious consumers without compromising on taste.<\/p>\n<p>To support retail partners and inspire shoppers, complementary recipes featuring Heritage Roast and Cantina Chicken will be available on the Dietz &amp; Watson website and integrated into point-of-sale materials and in-store demo programs in the coming weeks. Both new flavors are also being showcased at IDDBA, booth #2600, offering retail and industry partners an opportunity to experience them firsthand. For more information visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=mCQpXWMA5-bIKFuDLr8BQBrGIMAQahwUTVdlztGIlrSPzaYuo4yZ5WCGwmM3TTeTxrtLMDcZNIBQ3o2d25Xilmy1bdx8XlVz8ZaJhDOzP0M=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\"><u>dietzandwatson.com<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT DIETZ &amp; WATSON<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left:0pt;\">Founded in 1939 by Gottlieb Dietz, and still family-owned and operated today, Dietz &amp; Watson remains true to their original old-world recipes and Gottlieb\u2019s commitment to \u201cquality above all else.\u201d Creating the freshest and leanest beef, ham, pork, turkey breast and chicken breast, Dietz &amp; Watson\u2019s offerings are enhanced only with all-natural spices and seasonings for optimum flavor profiles. All Dietz &amp; Watson deli meats and cheeses are free of artificial flavors, colors, fillers, extenders and MSG. Today, in addition to the \u201cheritage\u201d items on which the company was founded, it also produces a No Antibiotics Ever and Organic line called Dietz &amp; Watson Originals that continues to grow in popularity and is rapidly expanding. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Dietz &amp; Watson continues their tradition of family commitment and to leading the industry in the crafting of the world\u2019s best premium deli meats and artisan cheeses. The company is led by founder Gottlieb Dietz\u2019 grandchildren, Louis Eni (President and CEO), Chris Eni (COO) and Cindy Eni Yingling (CFO). Today, the fourth generation of the family, Lauren Eni, Christopher Yingling, Timothy Yingling, Greg Yingling, CJ Eni, and Michael Eni, have joined the company to carry the tradition further. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=e4CQVq8gKfeFNrmw6wm2U1NNEYG0Cvf-hqNhq8hTBYPHfT4bsC-IeiR2C21HYYHu_2eo5EUw0lRyWZs4e6KTzgqiRj7YthLgvwl4iDr5q0vLITGWYBCnuLJHKEOWNrIT\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\"><u>www.DietzAndWatson.com<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Photos accompanying this announcement are available at<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=kqfNO-JkUafq2Bxz5_Dqrj0_iPb0-ibiYbX6ctNbqG1OX-EM9LrEj04-2pEHqn3_NKWxyNsg6EXnsYpC5wVAZrGpcColJZX_XATLNEHZHB-P0zgPnNfupDJ0m1kB1XhRwMAqsXD4DAYzpsk5j-Im8iYu6i0JV_Fo4yOx_oNN2FIFn8J_50_K0B4wEdM8JJnB6b41wIU2Wh1SlaCQKpOQhgwXdRKQ4SXcB4W35FHtks8FFGA46QFh7iijztbRq9w7P0IVs43UmvolGnU0iWDVhw==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\">https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/NewsRoom\/AttachmentNg\/a6e94b44-8335-4169-a423-e7f94de6bbf3<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=kqfNO-JkUafq2Bxz5_Dqrj0_iPb0-ibiYbX6ctNbqG1OX-EM9LrEj04-2pEHqn3_NKWxyNsg6EXnsYpC5wVAZg0M2Mv_FRSeNN94-M2SU6okZjSEx9xyUSmN7Cb5fabIrDcWtq6A54W-mm86LFcOamQRh27cuXRzSTOStLUmyfrrf2diJUQwyM8Ynbo3OvNmx6wow94ojlWriqKaqcBYoCWcUgLJ9WePlhHK9yshDr4qWZdChHi40yC_1ooGM860_A8LkOvVwMTZ29HrexkbnA==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\">https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/NewsRoom\/AttachmentNg\/a3d43cb2-3ad7-4f80-abf3-d807a9427352<\/a><\/p>\n<pre\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/ml.globenewswire.com\/media\/M2I1YWJlN2YtNjNhMS00MTY3LWE1ZWQtODkxNTAzMWEwNjBlLTUwMDE1MDM5OS0yMDI2LTA2LTA3LWVu\/tiny\/Dietz-Watson.png\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PHILADELPHIA, June 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; Dietz &amp; Watson, a leading provider of premium deli meats and artisan cheeses, is introducing two new sliced-to-order chicken breast flavors: Heritage Roast Chicken Breast and Cantina Chicken Breast, unveiled at the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) Show today. 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