Pero thinks sides should be simple

Shannon Curry, executive vice president of sales for Pero Family Farms, shows off the company’s new line of Simple Side Dishes.
Shannon Curry, executive vice president of sales for Pero Family Farms, shows off the company’s new line of Simple Side Dishes.
(Photo by Amelia Freidline)

Shannon Curry, executive vice president of sales for Pero Family Farms, Delray Beach, Fla., shows off the company’s new line of Simple Side Dishes, which launched 3-4 months ago and are currently available in the Northeast, Midwest and Southeast. 

The line features flavors such as Green Bean Almondine, Candied Butternut, Zucchini Spiral Pesto and Balsamic Broccoli, and is available in convention and organic, Curry says. 

The company also launched a line of Organic Plant Protein salad blends in single-serve bowls and bags. The line features 100% plant-based ingredients that are 100% organic, Curry says. The company also offers other fresh-cut items such as vegetable noodles and cauliflower rice.

 

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