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Table of ContentsFruitsApples & Apple Sauce 03Apricots 04Mandarins 04Mixed Fruit 05Olives 06Peaches 06Pears 07Pineapple 08

VegetablesArtichokes 10Beans & Beans with Sauce 11Beets 12Celeriac 12Corn 13Hearts of Palm 13Mushrooms 14Peas 14Peppers 14

TomatoesGordon Signature® Tomatoes 16GFS® Tomatoes 17

canned fruitGordon Food Service offers a complete line of canned fruit products perfect for baking applications, use as a

side or as an ingredient in your favourite dish.

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App

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Apples & Apple SauceItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

Sliced Solid Pack Apples Choice 6 x 2.73 L

1185014 Unsweetened Apple Sauce Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

6846436 Sweetened Apple Sauce Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

Apple Sauce in Apple Juice Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

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App

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Available from Gordon Food Service.

GFS sliced solid pack apples are prepared from crisp and sweet Fuji apples. Simply drain and use as an ingredient in baked goods such as pies, cakes and muffins. This is also an excellent product for toppings and fillers.

Features & Benefits• Consistent size and shape -

great for portion control.• Approximately 24 servings

per can.

Made from a blend of Rome and Golden Delicious apples, GFS apple sauce is the perfect complement to any meal. This versatile product can be used as an ingredient, side dish or on its own for a delicious yet nutritious offering.

Applications• Pairs well with assorted

meats like ham, pork or bacon. • Great in desserts.• Use as a healthy alternative to

vegetable oil in some baking applications.

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04Apricots & M

andarins

MandarinsItem Code Brand Description Pack Size

2986205 Mandarin Sections in Light Syrup 6 x 2.84 L

GFS mandarin orange segments are harvested from properly ripened fruits. They are processed at the peak of freshness to ensure “fresh-picked”mandarin flavour! GFS mandarin sections can be added to provide a refreshing, sweet taste to salads, stir-frys, breakfast items and more!

Features and Benefits

• Ready to serve right out of the can - saves time and labour!

• A superior quality product, consistent in shape and colour and bursting with succulent, juicy-sweet flavour.• Excellent plate presentation.• A healthy source of vitamin C, providing a delicious and nutritious snack.

GFS choice grade apricot halves are a complement to entrées as well as a delicious topping for desserts. Serve on top of cereal or yogurt for a healthy breakfast option. The consistent size, shape and colour make this an excellent salad bar item. These products are ready to use, just drain and serve. Each can contains approximately 86-106 apricot halves.

ApricotsItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

1185246 Unpeeled Apricot Halves in Light Syrup Choice 6 x 2.84 L

Unpeeled Apricot Halves in Pear Juice Choice 6 x 2.84 L

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Mixed FruitItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

3205507 Fruit Cocktail in Light Syrup Choice 6 x 2.84 L

3205407 Fruit Cocktail in Pear Juice from Concentrate Choice 6 x 2.84 L

2992005 Tropical Fruit Salad N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

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Mix

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ruit

Available from Gordon Food Service.

What’s Inside?GFS fruit cocktail (pictured left)

is comprised of 5 different fruits: peaches, pears, grapes, pineapple

and cherries. GFS tropical fruit salad contains 4 kinds of fruit: guava,

papaya (red and yellow) and pineapple.

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Peaches

Olives &

Peaches

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Item Code Brand Description Pack Size

Yellow Clingstone Diced Peaches in Light Syrup 6 x 2.84 L

Yellow Clingstone Diced Peaches in Pear Juice 6 x 2.84 L

Yellow Clingstone Sliced Peaches in Light Syrup 6 x 2.84 L

6846866 Yellow Clingstone Sliced Peaches in Pear Juice 6 x 2.84 L

6845896 Yellow Clingstone Peach Halves in Light Syrup 6 x 2.84 L

OlivesItem Code 2232405

Brand

Description Pitted Black Olives

Pack Size 6 x 2.84 L

Item Code 2113405

Brand

Description Sliced Black Olives

Pack Size 6 x 2.84 L

Item Code

Brand

Description Sliced Black Olives

Pack Size 6 x 2.84 L

Gordon Food Service offers a complete lineup of choice grade sliced, diced and halved peaches in both pear juice and light syrup. Each can yields approximately 24 half-cup servings.

Incredibly versatile, canned peaches can be used in multiple applications. Use alone as a healthy side dish, on a salad bar or as an ingredient in a delicious dessert such as peach cobbler.

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PearsItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

Diced Bartlett Pears in Light Syrup Choice 6 x 2.84 L

3265077 Diced Bartlett Pears in Pear Juice Choice 6 x 2.84 L

Sliced Bartlett Pears in Light Syrup Choice 6 x 2.84 L

6846196 Bartlett Pear Halves in Light Syrup Choice 6 x 2.84 L

6846276 Bartlett Pear Halves in Pear Juice Choice 6 x 2.84 L

Diced

Features & Benefits•GFS canned pears are available year round, have a long shelf life and are ready to serve. • Easy, uniform portioning makes it easy to determine food cost. •Bartlett pears are known for their bright clean colour and tall, long-necked “pear” shape.•Bartlett pears, grown in the Pacific Northwest, typically hold up better in salad bars or buffet applications because they are not as soft as California pears.

Sliced

Halved

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Pear

s

Available from Gordon Food Service.

Naturally sweet and delicious, GFS Bartlett pears are a healthy convenience food. Our pears are packed at the peak of ripeness ensuring a fresh, wholesome taste every time. Serve chilled alone or as a side or use as an ingredient in breads or desserts.

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Pineapple

Available from Gordon Food Service.

With a sweet, tangy flavour, GFS canned pineapple is a great compliment to a variety of dishes such as appetizers, salads, entrées and desserts. Create a tropical delight on your menu by using GFS sliced pineapple on burgers or GFS pizza cut pineapple in an entrée, salad, component in a tropical marinade or on a pizza. Imported from Indonesia, GFS canned pineapple is the smooth cayenne variety of pineapple. This is an exceptionally flavourful variety with a vibrant golden colour.

Did you know?Pineapples were named for their resemblance to pine cones.

Item Code Brand Description Pack Size

2988405 Pizza Cut Pineapple in Light Syrup 6 x 2.84 L

1004294 Pizza Cut Pineapple in Natural Juice 6 x 2.84 L

Pineapple Sliced in Natural Juice 6 x 2.84 L

2988005 Crushed Pineapple 6 x 2.84 L

Pineapple

canned vegetablesGordon Food Service offers a variety of canned vegetables that are held to our high standards providing you with the consistent quality and value you expect.

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Artichokes

ArtichokesItem Code Brand Description Pack Size

7702405 Artichoke Hearts (8 - 10 ct.) 24 x 398 mL

7702205 Artichoke Hearts (30 - 40 ct.) 6 x 2.71 L

7702805 Salad-Cut Quartered Artichoke Hearts 6 x 2.71 L

Available from Gordon Food Service.

Our artichoke products are processed and packed to ensure their texture is always firm yet tender, with the beautiful colour and quality you require for a successful presentation.

Consistently uniform, they add style and great flavour to countless cold and cooked menu applications. They are not only a delectable ‘staple’ in the Mediterranean diet, but also provide a healthy, rich source of vitamin C, iron and dietary fibre!

• Drain artichoke product from brine and rinse briefly with cold water. These fully cooked artichoke hearts and quarters are ready to serve - saving you time and labour!

• No need to thaw. Store in a cool and dry place.

Preparation:

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Bea

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Beans & Beans with SauceItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

1183263 Beans in Tomato Sauce N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

1184672 Beans in Tomato Sauce with Pork N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Black Turtle Beans N.A.G.* 24 x 540 mL

Black Turtle Beans N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

1184673 Chick Peas N.A.G.* 24 x 540 mL

1131337 Chick Peas N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Cut Green Beans Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

Cut Wax Beans Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

1131333 Dark Red Kidney Beans N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

1184671 Pinto Beans N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Available from Gordon Food Service.

BeetsItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

Sliced Pickled Beets N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

1184667 Sliced Smooth Beets Canada Choice 6 x 2.84 L

1184670 Diced Beets Canada Choice 6 x 2.84 L

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Beets &

Celeriac

CeleriacItem Code

Description Celeriac

Pack Size 6 x 2.65 L

Celeriac, also known as celery root, knob celery and turnip-rooted celery, is a cousin to anise, carrots, parsley and parsnips. Its flavour is a delicate mix of green celery and parsley. Great addition to salads, sandwiches, and vegetable relishes. Celery root pairs well with potatoes, cream, and cheese, making it ideal for use in gratins.

Beets are versatile vegetables whose earthy flavour blends well with other ingredients when combined in a dish. Serve in stews, salads, and soups. With their natural sweetness and extra moisture, beets can even be used as an ingredient in cakes and other desserts.

GFS sliced pickled beets have a mildly sweet flavour and satiny smooth texture, with no after taste. Try using them in an apple beet salad or as an ingredient in a beetroot vinaigrette.

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Hearts of Palm

Corn

Item Code

Description Hearts of Palm

Pack Size 24 x 398 mL

Popular in Latin American cuisine, hearts of palm are vegetables harvested from the soft core of a palm tree. GFS hearts of palm are sweet, tender yet firm in texture and delicate in flavour. This succulent vegetable is popular in salads and salad bars. Serve alone cut or whole with a dijon vinaigrette dressing as an appetizer or heat and serve with olive oil as a vegetable side to a meal.

Item Code 1185017

Description Whole Kernel Corn

Grade Canada Fancy

Pack Size 6 x 2.84 L

Item Code 1131338

Description Cream Style Corn

Grade Canada Fancy

Pack Size 6 x 2.84 L

GFS whole kernel corn in brine can be heated and used as a side dish or used as an ingredient in specialty dishes such as a black bean and corn salsa. GFS cream style corn is great for us in sheperd’s pie, crêpes, soups, chowders, and quiches.

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PeasItem Code

Description Peas

Grade Canada Fancy

Pack Size 6 x 2.84 L

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Mushroom

s, Peas &

PeppersMushrooms

Item Code Brand Description Pack Size

7712205 Mushroom Pieces & Stems 6 x 2.84 L

PeppersItem Code Brand Description Pack Size

Sweet Red Peppers 6 x 2.56 L

1112163 Sweet Roasted Red Peppers 6 x 2.56 L

1112036 Sweet Roasted Yellow Peppers 12 x 796 mL

Grown in the mountainous and unspoiled region of Murcia, Spain along the Mediterranean Sea, our peppers are sun ripened and picked at their peak then charred over an open fire. Our roasted and sweet peppers are extremely versatile and full of fresh flavour. Use to enhance or add subtle flavour in hors d’oeuvres, pasta dishes, soups and more!

These superior quality mushroom pieces and stems are distinguishable from regular pieces and stems because of the amount of silhouettes. In addition to their unique flavour, mushrooms are a wonderful source of important nutrients including B vitamins and potassium! Toss some mushrooms stems and pieces in your stew or casserole creations for added texture and flavour. Also perfect for creating bases for soups, sauces and marinades!

Add a splash of colour and burst of flavour to your casserole or sheperd’s pie with GFS canned peas. Our high quality (Canada Fancy Grade) peas are guaranteed to provide you the consistency and performance you expect.

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Gordon Food Service offers three distinct lines of canned tomato products guaranteed to satisfy the

needs of every operation.

canned tomatoes

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Tomatoes

California tomatoes are renowned worldwide as THE tomato to use for the most succulent sauces and tomato dishes. Gordon Signature tomato products are harvested from California’s Central Valley, one of the world’s most productive tomato growing regions. During peak harvest, our tomatoes are gently cut from the vine, sorted for quality and packed from the field within hours. Our cooking process minimizes heating time and temperature in order to maximize the fresh tomato flavour. Made of the highest quality product, these are the very best in flavour, texture, colour and size.

TomatoesItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

3585605 San Marzano Style Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes w/ Basil Choice 6 x 2.84 L

3585405 Diced Pear Tomatoes in Juice (1” dice) Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

3584605 Extra Heavy Concentrated Crushed Pear Tomatoes (14.5% solids) Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

Extra Heavy Tomato Purée 1.07 Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

3584005 Tomato Paste (minimum 24% solids) Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

3584405 Peeled Tomato Strips in Light Purée (Target drain weight: 75 oz) N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

PACKED

FROM FRESH

TOMATOES

The tomatoes in these Gordon Signature

products are harvested from California’s Central

Valley region.

“Packed from Fresh Tomatoes” means that Gordon Signature tomato products are packed from fresh

tomatoes that have never been processed, not from a concentrate.

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Tom

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Rich in vitamins and the vital antioxidant lycopene, tomatoes are a healthy staple for every kitchen. Our GFS tomato products are made from tomatoes grown specifically to thrive in the climate of the Midwestern region of the United States where the products are produced. These products have a substantial shelf life of 2 years.

TomatoesItem Code Brand Description Grade Pack Size

Concentrated Crushed Tomatoes Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

Diced Tomatoes in Juice (minimum drain weight 68 oz) Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

1184049 Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Coming Soon! Fully Prepared Pizza Sauce N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Tomato Purée Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

Pizza Sauce w/ Basil N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Tomato Paste Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

Tomato Sauce N.A.G.* 6 x 2.84 L

Whole Peeled Tomatoes in Juice (minimum drain weight 63.5 oz) Fancy 6 x 2.84 L

GFS fully prepared pizza sauce is made from fresh, vine-ripened California tomatoes, with olive oil, a delicious

blend of spices and a touch of garlic. No need to add anything, this product

is ready to use directly on pizza.

Tomatos in GFS canned tomato products, with the exception of the fully prepared pizza sauce, are harvested in the Midwest region of the United States. Tomatoes in GFS fully prepared

pizza sauce are harvested in California's Central Valley region.

COMING SOON!

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1184673 Chick Peas GFS 24 x 540 mL 11

1131337 Chick Peas GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

Cut Green Beans GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

1131333 Dark Red Kidney Beans GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

1184671 Pinto Beans GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

Cut Wax Beans GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

1183263 Beans in Tomato Sauce GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

1184672 Beans in Tomato Sauce w/ Pork GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

Sliced Pickled Beets GFS 6 x 2.84 L 12

1184667 Sliced Smooth Beets GFS 6 x 2.84 L 12

1184670 Diced Beets GFS 6 x 2.84 L 12

Celeriac GFS 6 x 2.65 L 12

1131338 Cream Style Corn GFS 6 x 2.84 L 13

1185017 Whole Kernel Corn in Brine GFS 6 x 2.84 L 13

Hearts of Palm GFS 24 x 398 mL 13

7712205 Mushroom Pieces & Stems GFS 6 x 2.84 L 14

Peas GFS 6 x 2.84 L 14

Sweet Red Peppers GFS 6 x 2.56 L 14

1112163 Sweet Roasted Red Peppers GFS 6 x 2.56 L 14

1112036 Sweet Roasted Yellow Peppers GFS 12 x 796 mL 14

TomatoesItem Code Description Brand Pack Size Kosher Page #

3585605 Whole Peeled Pear Tomatoes w/Basil Gordon Signature 6 x 2.84 L 16

3585405 Diced Pear Tomatoes in Juice Gordon Signature 6 x 2.84 L 16

3584605 Extra Heavy Conc. Crushed Tomatoes Gordon Signature 6 x 2.84 L 16

Extra Heavy Tomato Purée Gordon Signature 6 x 2.84 L 16

3584005 Tomato Paste Gordon Signature 6 x 2.84 L 16

3584405 Peeled Tomato Strips in Light Purée Gordon Signature 6 x 2.84 L 16

Whole Peeled Tomatoes in Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Concentrated Crushed Tomatoes GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Tomato Purée GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Tomato Paste GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Diced Tomatoes in Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

1184049 Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Tomato Sauce GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Pizza Sauce w/ Basil GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

Coming Soon! Fully Prepared Pizza Sauce GFS 6 x 2.84 L 17

FruitsItem Code Description Brand Pack Size Kosher Page #

Solid Pack Sliced Apples GFS 6 x 2.73 L 3

1185014 Unsweetened Apple Sauce GFS 6 x 2.84 L 3

6846436 Sweetened Apple Sauce GFS 6 x 2.84 L 3

Apple Sauce in Apple Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 3

1185246 Apricot Halves in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 4

Apricot Halves in Pear Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 4

2986205 Mandarin Sections in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 4

3205507 Fruit Cocktail In Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 5

3205407 Fruit Cocktail in Pear Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 5

2992005 Tropical Fruit Salad GFS 6 x 2.84 L 5

2232405 Pitted Black Olives GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

2113405 Sliced Black Olives GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

Sliced Black Olives Kitchen Essentials 6 x 2.84 L 6

Diced Peaches in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

Diced Peaches in Pear Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

Sliced Peaches in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

6846866 Sliced Peaches in Pear Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

6845896 Peach Halves in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 6

3265077 Diced Bartlett Pears in Pear Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 7

Diced Bartlett Pears in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 7

Sliced Bartlett Pears in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 7

6846276 Bartlett Pear Halves in Pear Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 7

6846196 Bartlett Pear Halves in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 7

2988405 Pizza Cut Pineapple in Light Syrup GFS 6 x 2.84 L 8

1004294 Pizza Cut Pineapple in Natural Juice GFS 6 x 2.84 L 8

Sliced Pineapple GFS 6 x 2.84 L 8

2988005 Crushed Pineapple GFS 6 x 2.84 L 8

Vegetables

Item Code Description Brand Pack Size Kosher Page #

7702405 Artichoke Hearts (8-10 ct.) GFS 24 x 398 mL 10

7702205 Artichoke Hearts (30-40 ct.) GFS 6 x 2.71 L 10

7702805 Salad-Cut Quartered Artichoke Hearts GFS 6 x 2.71 L 10

Black Turtle Beans GFS 24 x 540 mL 11

Black Turtle Beans GFS 6 x 2.84 L 11

* While the items without a grade listed or marked “N.A.G.” (No applicable grade) throughout this guide do not have a CFIA grading standard, be assured that they meet our high standards, promising consistent quality and value.

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