Inspired by Happiness Gluten-Free Desserts Wins National Parenting Product Awards

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Inspired by Happiness, launched by The Original Cakerie in 2014, today announced that is has received recognition from the prestigious National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA) for its line of gluten-free cakes. From games to music to snacks and food, the award recognizes the best recommended products for both children and their families.

Inspired by Happiness sets a new standard for gluten-free, giving dessert the decadence it deserves with irresistible flavors, a homemade taste and amazing, moist textures. Three-layer cakes include Dreamin' of Chocolate Dark & White Chocolate Layer Cake, Dreamin' of Strawberries White Chocolate Shortcake, and Cravin' for Cookies & Cream Layered Cake.

"At The Original Cakerie, our core strength is creating irresistible products with a homemade taste," says Doris Bitz, Senior Vice President of Retail Sales & Marketing for The Original Cakerie. "This award recognition not only furthers our commitment to re-defining expectations for great-tasting and great-looking gluten-free products, but showcases how Inspired by Happiness can make parents and children's lives a little easier and a little sweeter."

Inspired by Happiness is certified gluten-free by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness and is made using only natural flavors, with no artificial colors or trans fats. Food safety is of critical importance to IBH and its customers, and facilities are Kosher and BRC-certified.

In 2015, Inspired by Happiness won a FABI award from the National Restaurant Association, recognized for its breakthrough achievement and innovation in taste. These same great tasting cakes are available in a pre-packaged grab 'n go format for customers' convenience.

For more information about Inspired by Happiness, visit www.inspired-by-happiness.com.

ABOUT INSPIRED BY HAPPINESS
Launched by The Original Cakerie in Fall 2014, Inspired by Happiness brings decadent, better-for-you dessert options and exceptional eating experiences to consumers across North America. Desserts are made using only the highest-quality ingredients, and Inspired by Happiness is committed to ensuring that these ingredients include natural flavors, no artificial colors and trans fat, and that all facilities are Kosher and BRC-certified. Inspired by Happiness is also certified gluten-free by the Gluten-Free Certification Program (The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness). For more information, visit www.inspired-by-happiness.com.

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL CAKERIE
The Original Cakerie is a leading manufacturer of high-quality desserts based in Delta, British Columbia. Established in 1979 as a small industrial bakery producing desserts for local restaurants in Victoria, B.C., Canada, today, The Original Cakerie creates deliciously irresistible desserts with a homemade taste for Retail and Foodservice customers across North America. For more information, visit www.cakerie.com.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARENTING PRODUCT AWARDS
The National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA) is one of the longest running and most respected awards programs in the country. With 26 years of experience in the industry, NAPPA has been continuously celebrated as the "go-to" source for parents and professionals seeking the best products for their children and families. NAPPA enlists a team of independent expert judges and family testers to review each submission thoroughly. Together, they select the most entertaining, appealing, safe, educational, age-appropriate and enduring products as NAPPA winners. A NAPPA recognition is more than just a seal of approval. It signifies that a product has been rigorously evaluated against stringent criteria and that it stands out among hundreds of similar products from around the world.

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SOURCE The Original Cakerie