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Foodservice Roundtable | Customer Experience 3

Foodservice Roundtable | Customer Experience 2

Foodservice Roundtable | Customer Experience

Foodservice Roundtable | Business Resiliency - Part 3

Foodservice Roundtable | Business Resiliency - Part 2

Foodservice Roundtable | Business Resiliency - Part 1

We are excited to share a special edition series of the Colorful Plates Podcast, ‘Foodservice in Crisis,’ where we take an in-depth look at how foodservice establishments are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. We spoke with industry leaders at the forefront of these changes, how they are responding, supporting the communities they serve, and preparing for the future.

Foodservice In Crisis | Future

Foodservice in Crisis | Pivot

We are excited to share a special edition series of the Colorful Plates Podcast, ‘Foodservice in Crisis,’ where we take an in-depth look at how foodservice establishments are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. We spoke with industry leaders at the forefront of these changes, how they are responding, supporting the communities they serve and preparing for the future.

Foodservice in Crisis | Response

Last month, PRO*ACT distributor Loffredo Fresh Produce rebranded to Loffredo Fresh Foods, evolving to capture the different markets they have segued into. Liz sat down with James Loffredo, Director of Marketing and a member of the fifth generation of Loffredos, to discuss their latest rebrand and how they are continuing to meet customer needs in the ever-evolving world of foodservice and distribution. Find out more at https://colorful-plates.pinecast.co

Market Reports / James Loffredo from Loffredo Fresh Foods

The tomato market has been up and down for several weeks and we thought it was a good time to bring in the expert! This week Liz spoke with Fresh-Link's General Manager Aaron Aliotti all about the past & current tomato market conditions and what this market looks like moving into spring. Find out more at https://colorful-plates.pinecast.co

Market Reports / Tomato Outlook with Fresh-Link's Aaron Aliotti

This week Liz spoke with Mike Magana, PRO*ACT avocado sourcing specialist. When we spoke with him three weeks ago, the avocado market was in a good spot across the board, but things can change quickly in the produce world. He filled us in on what's going on with that market and what we can expect in the coming weeks! Find out more at https://colorful-plates.pinecast.co

Market Reports / Avo Update with Mike Magana

This week we hear from the Chief Culinary Officer with Compass Group and Eurest Dining, Chef Christopher Ivens-Brown. Chef Chris has an extensive history in foodservice, working with Compass, and lately, he has been working with them on their sustainability efforts; namely, to reach Compass' goal of reducing food waste by 25% by 2020! We spoke about the importance of sustainability initiatives being implemented throughout the supply chain and how to stay creative in the kitchen while keeping sustainability in mind. Find out more at https://colorful-plates.pinecast.co

Market Reports / Chef Christopher Ivens-Brown with Compass Group

This week, Liz spoke to Britta Roberts and Michelle Roberts from Taylor farms about their new power medley! Find out more at https://colorful-plates.pinecast.co

Market Reports/ Taylor Farms- Britta & Michelle

This week Liz spoke with Director of Foodservice at Mann Packing, Gabe Romero! Gabe discussed what Mann is looking to push in 2020, healthy eating and how transition has gone for them this year. Find out more at https://colorful-plates.pinecast.co

Market Reports / Mann Packing's Gabe Romero

From K-12 to fine dining to fast casual, the Colorful Plates podcast is a place for every facet of food service to hear interviews with top chefs, farmers, and produce pioneers who are changing how we grow, serve and consume fresh fruits and vegetables.

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