Manitowoc, WI – November 2025
Lakeside Foods is proud to announce that its SER!OUS Bean Co Organic Garbanzo Beans with Himalayan Pink Salt were honored with a 2026 Good Housekeeping Kitchen Award, recognizing standout products that combine quality, innovation, and real-world performance.
Good Housekeeping described the award-winning product as “a pantry essential that makes healthy eating seriously easy.” The review highlights that these organic garbanzos, also known as chickpeas, offer a clean, subtle flavor and a fresh, well-cooked texture right out of the can. Testers praised their firm, slightly creamy consistency, and versatility in both cold and warm dishes, as well as the clean ingredient list and thoughtful packaging.
While this accolade celebrates the success of our SER!OUS Bean Co brand it also underscores the strength of Lakeside Foods’ partnerships with private label and co-manufacturing customers.
This recognition from Good Housekeeping validates not only our product quality, but also our process, how we bring brands’ ideas to life with consistency and excellence. We’re proud to deliver the same level of craftsmanship and reliability to every partner we serve.
The 2026 Good Housekeeping Kitchen Award is a testament to Lakeside Foods’ ongoing commitment to:
- Nationally Recognized Quality: Delivering products that exceed consumer expectations.
- Exceptional Execution: From concept to formulation through final fulfillment.
- Valued Collaboration: Providing strategic, long-term support for retail and foodservice brands.
Lakeside Foods continues to lead the way in private label and contract manufacturing, offering dependable solutions in canned beans and vegetables designed to meet today’s evolving consumer demand.
To view the full list of winners, visit Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Kitchen Awards.
