Why More Stores Are Baking Fried Foods (and You Should Too)
Convenience stores and supermarket hot cases are transforming. Today’s customers expect more than microwaved burritos and heat-lamp pizza. They want bold, satisfying, hand-helds — and they want them fast.
That’s where Catalina’s oven-ready Latin snacks deliver.
From Freezer to Grab & Go — No Fryer Required
Our most popular Latin hand-helds are now available in par-baked or par-fried formats, designed specifically for convection ovens, high-speed ovens, and air fryers. That means you can deliver authentic flavor without the mess or cost of a deep fryer.
Our oven-ready products include:
– Par-fried Croquettes– Ham, Chicken, and Cheese varieties with a golden, oven-crisp finish
– Par-fried Yuca Bites– Cheese-filled, lightly par-fried cassava bites ideal for oven or air fryer
– Par-fried Mini Papas Rellenas– Potato balls with savory beef centers, pre-fried and oven-finishable
– Par-baked Empanadas– Available in classic flavors like Beef and Chicken
All products come fully prepped and only require final heating from frozen— no thawing, seasoning, or breading required.
Hand-Held Favorites That Move Fast
Catalina’s Latin snacks are:
– Individually portioned for easy grab & go
– Snackable any time of day, from breakfast to late night
– Perfect for:
– C-store warming units
– Supermarket hot bar stations
– Bakery café counter displays
– Airport or travel plaza kiosks
These aren’t just appetizers — they’re impulse drivers.
Better Margins, Better Prep
With zero on-site prep, your staff stays focused. Just:
- Heat from frozen
- Hold hot in warming equipment
- Serve and sell — no fryers, no wasted labor, no cleanup.
Catalina products deliver consistent size, flavor, and texture across batches — with minimal shrink, fast throughput, and flexible holding time.
Available Nationwide
Latin-inspired grab & go continues to outperform in consumer preference surveys. With Catalina, you get:
– Authentic flavor profiles developed in our Florida kitchens
– SQF- and USDA-inspected production
– Available through major distributors including Sysco, US Foods, Cheney Bros, Performance Food Service, Gordon Foodservice, and more
Request a Sample
Ready to add Latin hand-helds to your menu?
Ask your distributor for Catalina or contact us directly to request a sample.
