Since 1893, Wades Dairy Inc. has been one of the distributors of quality dairy and complementary food products to the Southern New England food service industry. Based in Bridgeport, Conn., it produces a wide variety of branded, private label, licensed and franchise products, including milk, cultured foods, citrus, extended shelf-life dairy, frozen desserts, non-dairy and specialty drinks. The company caters to a number of customers that includes chains and independent retailers, convenience stores, food service channels and in New England, home delivery customers. In addition, Wades Dairy Inc. provides brands that consist of Ciao Bella Gelato, David s Cookies, Kettle Cuisine, Boston Coffee Cake and Gifford s Ice Cream.