SeaPak Celebrates America's Favorite Seafood On May 10, National Shrimp Day

Nation's Top Specialty Shrimp Brand Toasts the Spectacular Shellfish

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May 08, 2015, 11:40 ET

ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga., May 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- National Shrimp Day is Sunday, May 10, and SeaPak Shrimp & Seafood Co. is ready to celebrate America's favorite seafood.

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Leading up to National Shrimp Day, SeaPak – the country's No. 1 specialty shrimp brand – is sharing with consumers via its Coastal Dish e-newsletter a special selection of its tasty shrimp recipes, a product coupon, and a "Seafood Fast Facts" infographic that spotlights the tiny, yet mighty, crustacean.

"National Shrimp Day is the perfect opportunity to remind everyone how easy it is to regularly enjoy the unique taste of shrimp," said Daryl Miller, Director of Marketing, SeaPak Shrimp & Seafood Co. "As the weather warms up, our thoughts naturally turn toward the coast and seafood and shrimp. The variety of delicious shrimp dishes you can create, as well as their easy preparation, can help make every meal more relaxed and coastal."

The SeaPak celebration for National Shrimp Day 2015 features the following consumer offers and activities.

One printable product coupon (available through SeaPak's Coastal Dish e-newsletter) worth 75 cents toward the purchase of any SeaPak package 8 ounces or larger in size. Limit of one coupon per person/computer; coupon available through May 10.
Five scrumptious, coastal shrimp dishes to make at home – special picks from SeaPak's National Shrimp Day recipe collection on SeaPak.com: kid-friendly Individual Shrimp Scampi Pizzas; super-simple Popcorn Shrimp Mac 'n' Cheese; summer-ready Island Coconut Shrimp Salad; fiery favorite Buffalo Shrimp Sandwich; and appetizing Jumbo Shrimp with Lighter Cilantro Dipping Sauce.
Fast Seafood Facts, an informative infographic, which highlights the importance of seafood in a well-rounded diet, as well as the popularity of shrimp on a national and global level.

Since shrimp complement a wide variety of cuisines – from salads and sandwiches to pastas and pizza – there are countless ways to enjoy them during the upcoming National Shrimp Day, Miller said. "SeaPak shrimp products are a breeze to prepare and usually can be on the table in less than 15 minutes," he explained. "We invite everyone in America to go a little more coastal May 10 and get into the National Shrimp Day spirit."

Shrimp and seafood lovers can join the National Shrimp Day party by visiting the SeaPak website or SeaPak's pages on Facebook, Pinterest or Instagram. For additional SeaPak product and recipe information, visit SeaPak.com.

About SeaPak
SeaPak has been using coastal secrets and recipes to make great-tasting shrimp and seafood for more than 65 years. Born from the proud seafood traditions of St. Simons Island, Ga., SeaPak is committed to making life for consumers "more coastal," through outstanding, quality seafood products that are so authentic, they take you to the coast.

The trusted name for delicious seafood products since 1948, SeaPak has developed the nation's widest variety of great-tasting, premium shrimp and seafood favorites, for making any occasion a little more special. Its consumer-preferred, coastal-inspired seafood recipes feature appetizing blends of signature seasonings, breadings and sauces and have made the brand an undisputed leader in the frozen seafood category. And, as the shrimp expert, the company today produces America's No. 1-selling retail frozen shrimp brand within the specialty seafood category.

SeaPak is highly regarded within the seafood industry for its adherence to the utmost quality standards and for its commitment to resource management and sustainability. Learn more about the brand and its commitment to sustainability here.

About Rich Products Corporation and the Consumer Brands Division
Rich Products Corporation is a family-owned global food company defined by innovation and an unparalleled commitment to treating its customers, associates and communities the same way…Like Family. Since 1945, Rich's has been committed to developing food solutions that raise the standards for quality, safety, convenience and efficiency for its customers. As a leading supplier to the global foodservice, in-store bakery and retail marketplaces, Rich's posts annual sales exceeding $3.3 billion, operates 34 manufacturing facilities spanning six continents, and employs more than 9,200 people across the world. Additional company information can be found online (richs.com), on Facebook (Rich Products), on LinkedIn (Rich Products Corporation), and via Twitter (@RichProducts).

Rich Products Corporation's Consumer Brands Division, located on St. Simons Island, Ga., is responsible for the successful portfolio of Rich's products sold to consumers at retail grocery and club stores nationwide. In addition to SeaPak, other brands managed by the Consumer Brands Division include Farm Rich snacks and appetizers, which help mom "Keep 'em happy"; Casa Di Bertacchi, maker of authentic Italian meatballs; hand-pulled, hickory-smoked Byron's BBQ; and Coffee Rich non-dairy creamer, the perfect non-dairy choice for coffee, soups, stews, casseroles, desserts, gravies and more.

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