Ahhhhhh Autumn As the day’s light ends earlier and the weather transitions from summer to winter, we witness the leaves on trees become fiery with color and then fall – indicative of the season’s American name. We are lucky to have an almost seasonless supply of most fruits and vegetables, but we are looking forward […]
It’s the last month of summer and due to be a hot one. If you are anything like us, cooking is the last thing on your mind. Thank goodness for air conditioned restaurants and the dedicated chefs who select seasonal fresh items to incorporate into their menus, all just for us. Eating lighter during the […]
July is the first full month of summer and is abundant with food-centric celebrations. We will celebrate National blueberry, grilling, and picnic month along with Independence Day on the 4th. These food and foody activities seem to be more consumer oriented so, how do foodservice operators take advantage of the dog days? It’s hot outside! […]
June is National Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month This is the best month ever! We get to celebrate all fruits and vegetables and encourage everyone to try something new. And, we encourage all operators to celebrate the month with an expanded variety of side dishes, vegetable salads and fruit-forward desserts. And don’t forget the smoothies […]
The origins of asparagus date back to ancient times and is cited in Greek and Egyptian literature. Aside from its delicious taste, asparagus was also used as an aphrodisiac and to cure certain aliments. During the Roman empire it was solely consumed by the royals. Traditionally, asparagus is considered a Spring vegetable as local seasons […]
And with that comes daylight savings, April showers, May flowers, Easter, and of course, a plethora of spring vegetables. One of our favorites is baby carrots and baby rainbow carrots! While carrots are grown and harvested year-round, they just seem appropriate to highlight this month because it’s the favorite vegetable of one of the most […]
St. Patrick’s Day celebrates the death date of Saint Patrick (circa AD 385-461), the foremost patron saint of Ireland. In the early 1600’s, the day was made an official Christian feast day to celebrate the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. It was also referred to as a feast day because all Lenten restrictions on eating […]
Thank you, Idaho, and everyone else who made February Potato Lovers Month! Even with Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day trying to steal the monthly spotlight, it’s the potato that brings home the win in our book because it’s a vegetable that is eaten all year long – not just on special occasions. We’ve read […]
January is National Soup month and what is better on a cold winter day than a warm bowl of soup? Soup can be nutritious, easy to prepare, and inexpensive. It can be great hot or cold, prepared with minimal clean-up, only needs one pot, and the combination of ingredients is unlimited. Soup is a great […]
Harvest Sensations sources the globe for all our products and that includes both conventional and organic produce. Organic Butternut Squash is one of our best sellers for fall favorite recipes and menu options. Butternut squash, with its sweet, nutty flavor has become a Fall staple in homes and in restaurants. Hearty soups, stuffed ravioli, vegetable […]