“The New York Produce Show is a quick and affordable show where there is a high volume of key retailers, wholesalers and foodservice industry contacts,” said Daniela Ferro, communications coordinator for Mastronardi Produce/Sunset, headquartered in Kingsville, Ontario. “We work with a lot of East Coast buyers, so this is a great opportunity to get some face time with them and showcase our products.”

“We will definitely be returning to exhibit at the New York Produce Show again this year,” Charlie Eagle, vice president of business development for Southern Specialties, headquartered in Pompano Beach, FL, told The Produce News.

“We have exhibited at every show since its inception. Obviously, the first year our experience was so good that we were compelled to return for a second, third and now fourth,” he said.

“The New York Produce Show is great for not only meeting and greeting buyers, but I love how many produce department folks attend,” said Mary Ostlund, marketing director for Brooks Tropicals, LLC, headquartered in Homestead, FL. It’s great talking to them, getting their feedback and perhaps making suggestions for their work.”

The company will be exhibiting at the NYPS, being held on Dec. 10-12 at Pier 94 in New York City. Executive, sales and marketing staff will be on hand to meet with visitors.

In honor of Veterans Day, Food Lion stores will offer a 10 percent discount to active and retired military personnel to show its support and appreciation for those who are currently serving or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To receive the discount, active military, reservists and veterans should present their MVP card at checkout and request the discount.

In the heart of Midtown Manhattan at 55th Street and the West Side Highway is Pier 94, a premier trade show and special event venue. It is located in what is perhaps the busiest commercial hub in the United States. It is situated in Midtown West on the Hudson River, a stunning backdrop for trade shows and consumer events across any industry. It is in the center of all of the villages and districts of the city, and close to the Theater District, Times Square and Central Park.

The New York Produce Show is once again being held at Pier 94, located at 55th St. and the West Side Highway in the heart of Manhattan, on Dec. 10-12.

In order to help attendees make the most of their trip to the Big Apple, The Produce News researched many interesting, entertaining and exciting happenings going on in the city from the weekend prior to the show through weekend following it — along with what is always available of interest.