Cultures Collide with new Hola Nola® Red Beans & Rice Chips

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Feb 12, 2018, 09:00 ET

NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 12, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Hola Nola Foods has launched Red Bean and Rice Tortilla Chips which are now available in all Rouses® Markets in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. This unique new chip is made with Camellia® Brand Red Beans, Whole Grain Rice and a dash of Crystal® Hot Sauce for an outstanding flavor combination. Hola Nola® Red Bean & Rice Chips are packaged in the company's innovative microwavable bags for a warm tasty chip experience. Consumers in the Gulf Region have responded to the artisan quality that Hola Nola® tortillas, tortilla chips, spices, salsas and dips represent. Tacos, burritos, chips and salsa are popping up on restaurant menus and dinner tables all over the area made with the company's products.

Hola Nola Foods new Red Bean and Rice Chips made with Camellia Red Beans.

"We wanted to marry the growing interest in traditional Mexican ingredients with a classic local dish. Everyone loves Red Beans and Rice made with Camellia® Beans because they're the most flavorful, and Crystal® Hot Sauce adds just the right heat," noted Kevin S. Holden, Founder of Hola Nola Foods. "There's also considerable interest in snacks made with simple ingredients but delivering bold flavor profiles. We've managed to accomplish both goals with these chips," Holden added.

"At Camellia Beans, we appreciate the quality of Hola Nola® products and the company's expertise in the snack category. Of course, we're thrilled that New Orleans' most soulful dish is recognized through these delicious Red Bean & Rice Tortilla Chips," said Vince Hayward, CEO and 4th generation family owner of Camellia Brand Beans. Based in New Orleans, LA, Camellia Brand Beans has achieved legendary status for the quality and taste of their beans. Camellia Red Kidney Beans are the top selling red bean in the US according to Nielsen Research. The authentic heritage brand was founded in 1923. Camellia Beans are US grown and are Non-GMO. Get to know Camellia Beans via this quick VIDEO.

About Hola Nola Foods

Hola Nola Foods is Louisiana's only tortilla and tortilla chip producer and was founded by Kevin Holden and Rod Olson in 2013 who have a combined 50 years in the snack food industry. To learn more, visit holanolafoods.com.

For more information contact: Kim Rasch at 225-677-8226

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