Ocean Mist Farms is participating in the IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey, Calif., once again this year on Friday, Aug. 1.
Back by popular demand, Chef Tony Baker, Ocean Mist Farms’ longtime corporate chef and winner of the show’s 2023 Chef’s Choice Award for his baby artichoke risotto, will be manning the booth again this year, according to a news release. Ocean Mist says the chef will be featuring his latest culinary creation: artichoke arancini with shaved truffles — a dish that promises to highlight the versatility and elegance of the artichoke.
Baker’s experience with artichokes is both extensive and impressive, the release says. He has developed countless recipes, pitched artichoke dishes to national chains and trained chefs across the country in countless ways to prepare and elevate this unique vegetable. Simply put, Baker is passionate about artichokes, the release says.
The Ocean Mist Farms team says it is eager to engage with foodservice operators, distributors, chefs and buyers to better understand their needs while showcasing their Gold Standard artichokes, along with their full line of premium fresh vegetables.
“Artichokes are a special addition to any menu, whether featured as a signature dish or a seasonal special,” says Christa Schuck, sales representative for Ocean Mist Farms. “We’re eager to partner with foodservice distributors and operators to drive demand for artichokes within the foodservice category.”
Artichokes are always a major highlight at this foodservice show, where Baker showcases their versatility and the ease with which they can be prepared, the release says. Engaging and approachable, he encourages questions and demonstrates how simple it is to incorporate artichokes into chef-inspired dishes.
“Sampling these recipes is invaluable,” Schuck says. “It not only inspires new ideas for using artichokes but also allows booth visitors to experience an innovative dish that’s relatively easy to recreate and is as visually appealing as it is delicious.”
Ocean Mist invites visitors to stop by Booth No. 224 and try their latest innovation with this beloved thistle.
