New York Produce Show: Kaleidoscope of food options shine in the Big Apple
An old quip is that New York would be a wonderful place if they ever finished it. But that’s half the fun, as the ever-changing nature of the place — including the food scene — makes it dynamic. A couple of generations ago, New York was dominated by such local and regional banners as Bohack, […]
Chef demonstrations at New York Produce Show encourage creativity with fruits, vegetables
Chefs play a major role in encouraging the consumption of fresh produce. The New York Produce Show’s Chef Demo Stage spotlighted three well-known chefs who are developing produce-forward menus. The New York Produce Show was held Dec. 6, at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. The 14th annual New York Produce Show and Conference (NYPS) opened Dec. […]
Advice from produce industry’s pundit worth remembering: ‘Say yes to everything’
In the fall of 2015, Jim Prevor called me one day to ask if I would like to write a column for Produce Business. I was flattered and said yes without any hesitation. And then I panicked. What would I write about? Jim said, “We’ll call the column ‘Produce on the Menu.’ You can write about […]
Chef’s Choice potato from Fresh Direct is ‘perfect ingredient’ for foodservice
UK fresh produce provider Fresh Direct has launched a premium Chef’s Choice potato, which it says sets a “new benchmark for chipping and roasting potato.” Through a partnership with Linwood Crops and following extensive trials, Fresh Direct and Linwood say they have figured out the exact specification for the very best tasting potato. Chef’s choice […]
Brakes brings ‘plant-forward’ knowledge to caterers with dedicated section on website
As diners across the UK seek out more healthy food options, it makes sense for wholesalers to follow the trend and be a significant conduit for them to achieve their goals. Not all of them are vegetarian but are thinking “plant forward.” Understanding the differences is key to delivering menu options that work. Foodservice specialist […]
Wholesalers don’t just provide fresh produce, they do it all for customers
Wholesalers are experiencing an identity crisis amid the increasingly competitive arena of produce distributors. Our customer needs are changing, and it is up to wholesalers to adapt to this new environment to stay relevant. Luckily, wholesalers are characterized by their immense dedication to the business, and we don’t just overcome hurdles, we break right through […]
Today’s wholesaler offers much more than fresh produce
Wholesaler: a person or company that sells goods in large quantities at low prices, typically to retailers. I think it’s time to update the dictionary, I’m not sure the definition of wholesaler has aged all that well. Great wholesalers have become diverse operators offering unique service(s) wrapped around an extensive and evolving product offering. A desirable […]
Brakes embraces Love British Food campaign to put much-needed spotlight on local growers
Foodservice wholesaler Brakes is putting its marketing strength behind British growers with a new campaign that highlights locally produced, seasonal food. Brakes is embracing Love British Food as it kicks off this month with a new spot on its website that showcases supplier stories and how consumers and caterers can use fresh British ingredients in […]
