Baking Nuts
Premium Grade
Nuts and Seeds
Seasoned Nuts
and Trail Mixes
A flavor for every palate

Our History

A Trusted Name for Tasty Snacks

As a leading name in the snack food industry, 8th Avenue provides an array of delicious, high-quality snack nuts, trail mixes, baking nuts, and dried fruits. Our products not only offer great taste but also embody the highest standards of quality, making us a preferred choice for consumers and businesses alike.

Our Heritage and Commitment to Quality

Our journey began 45 years ago as Golden Boy Foods, a name that became synonymous with quality and taste in the snack nut and dried fruit industry. Today, we proudly carry forward this tradition, infusing it with new energy and innovation.

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State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility

Our recently opened facility in Hazelwood, Missouri boasts new packaging & roasting equipment, dedicated R&D facilities, and best in class quality, food, and people safety. Our nimble production capabilities allow for smaller batch sizes, as well as full customization to meet the needs of our customers.

Key Points of Difference

Our Products

At 8th Avenue, our product portfolio is as varied as it is delicious. Featuring a wide assortment across Snack Nuts, Baking Nuts, Trail Mix, and Dried Fruit, both our conventional & organic offerings are unmatched in taste, quality, and texture.

Dried Fruits

Featuring sweetened, unsweetened, organic & non-GMO varieties, we have all the bases covered for dried fruit. Looking for something specific? Our dedicated procurement team is on standby to help secure the exact variety & specifications you need.

    Featured Products

    • Dried Mango Slices
    • Dried Pineapple Rings
    • Dried Sweetened Sour Cherries
    • Dried Sweetened Cranberries
    • Dried Pitted Prunes
    • Dried Turkish Apricots
    • Dried Goldenberries

    Baking Nuts

    Specializing in the most premium grades, our Baking Nut assortment is designed to please even the most discerning of bakers. Whether you are looking for halves and pieces, sliced, whole, chopped, or diced, we have you covered.

      Featured Products:

      • Almonds: Sliced, Slivered, Diced
      • Filberts (Hazelnuts): Chopped
      • Macadamia Nuts: Chopped
      • Pecans: Halves, Chopped, Pieces
      • Pine Nuts
      • Pistachios: Chopped
      • Walnuts: Halves & Pieces, Chopped

      Snack Nuts

      Our delicious snack nuts feature an assortment of nut types and small batch seasonings guaranteed to satisfy your snacking needs. We exclusively roast in 100% Non-GMO Project Verified Canola Oil to deliver a clean, light flavor in every handful.

        Featured Products:

        • Salt & Vinegar Almonds
        • Habanero BBQ Almonds
        • Pho Seasoned Almonds
        • Tamari Almonds
        • Lemon Honey Pistachios
        • Tzatziki Cashews
        • Chili Lime Cashews
        • Dill Pickle Cashews
        • Rosemary Sea Salt Walnuts
        • Chicken & Waffles Pecans

        Trail Mix

        We have more than 100 mixes and can easily customize our formula to meet your specifications. Our key blends include:

        • Indulgent: Chocolate Caramel Sundae, S’mores, Honey Lemon, Rocky Road
        • Spicy/Bold: Elote Explosion, Thai Curry, Hickory Smoke, Hatch Chile Cheese
        • Tropical: Macadamia Nut Mix, Tropical Fruit Medley
        • Functional: Omega Mix, Antioxidant Mix, Adaptogen Mix
        • Seasonal: Orange Crème, Berry Cheesecake, Apple Cobbler, Thanksgiving Feast, Hazelnut Holiday Cookie, Holiday Hot Cocoa

        Package and Size Options

        Stand Up Resealable Pouch
        Pillow Bags
        Bulk
        Multi-Packs
        Retail Displays
        Our Solutions

        As a leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor, 8th Avenue serves a broad clientele, including leading grocery retailers, top foodservice distributors, and industrial bakeries across North America. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every product we offer, ensuring that our private brand and branded food products stand out in the marketplace.

        Retail

        We take pride in offering the highest quality of fruit and nuts in the retail space. Being customer- centric, we make it about you, the retailer and ultimately the consumer. We provide a portfolio that delivers on quality, taste, and experience to help differentiate your assortment from the competition.

        Co-Manufacture

        Want to expand your brand in the Fruit & Nut category? 8th Avenue Fruit & Nut can work with you to make it a reality.

        Ingredient

        Looking to add Fruit & Nut flavors to your existing products? Our ability to customize and deliver on the right ingredient mix is a great asset.

        Export

        8th Avenue has over 20 years’ experience as an export supplier. Our extensive knowledge in export regulations is why our Fruit & Nut products can be found across the globe.

        Foodservice

        We offer a variety of Fruit & Nut products & package sizes fit for restaurants, hospitality, schools, healthcare, and military.

        Quality & Safety

        At 8th Avenue, we are committed to delivering the highest quality fruit and nut products. Our manufacturing process is designed with checks and protocols to ensure top-notch quality. We strictly adhere to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) for ready-to-eat foods, underlining our dedication to food safety. Additionally, our team undergoes continuous safety and quality training to uphold our high standards. We implement rigorous raw material testing protocols and maintain stringent supplier approval programs. Furthermore, our effective sensory training ensures that every product meets our exacting standards for taste and quality.

        Evolving from the esteemed Golden Boy Foods, 8th Avenue continues to be a beacon of quality and innovation in the snack food industry. Our dedication to offering delicious, high-quality products remains unwavering, making us a trusted name for nutritious and tasty snacks across North America.

        Join us in savoring the rich flavors and quality that define every 8th Avenue Fruit & Nut product.