Ocean Mist Farms is participating in the IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey once again this year on Friday, August 1, 2025.
Chef Tony Baker, the company's longtime corporate chef and winner of the show's 2023 Chef Choice Award for his Baby Artichoke Risotto, will man the booth once again this year. The company will feature his latest culinary creation: Artichoke Arancini with Shaved Truffles, a dish that promises to highlight the versatility and elegance of the artichoke.
Chef Baker's experience with artichokes is extensive. He has developed countless recipes, pitched artichoke dishes to national chains, and trained chefs across the country on the countless ways to prepare and elevate this unique vegetable.
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L: Artichoke Arancini with Shaved Truffles; R: Christa Schuck
The Ocean Mist Farms team is excited to engage with foodservice operators, distributors, chefs, and buyers to better understand their needs while showcasing its Gold Standard artichokes, along with its full line of premium fresh vegetables. "Artichokes are a special addition to any menu, whether featured as a signature dish or a seasonal special," said sales representative Christa Schuck. "We're eager to partner with foodservice distributors and operators to drive demand for artichokes within the foodservice category."
Artichokes are always a highlight at this foodservice show, where Chef Tony showcases their versatility and the ease with which they can be prepared in a variety of ways. Engaging and approachable, he encourages questions and demonstrates how simple it is to incorporate artichokes into chef-inspired dishes. "Sampling these recipes is invaluable," said Schuck. "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."
The company invites attendees to stop by its booth, #224, and try its latest innovation with this beloved thistle.
For more information:
Lori Bigras
Ocean Mist Farms
[email protected]
https://www.oceanmist.com/
