Get ready to “play with food” on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at a unique food show that offers a 360-degree experience of flavors, stories and experiences
BRONX, N.Y. , April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Baldor Specialty Foods, the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic's largest distributor of premium produce and specialty foods, celebrates its biennial BITE celebration in 2024. Announced to be held on Wednesday, April 24th from 10am to 5pm at Basketball City at Pier 36, 299 South Street in New York City's historic Seaport District.
BITE 2024 promises to be a dynamic gathering that will bring together top chefs, growers, growers, innovators and visionaries to strengthen ties across the supply chain and exchange ideas to shape the future of food. It has been. With the theme “Playing with Food”, his 200 Val d'Or food outlets offering meat, seafood, groceries, dairy products, produce and more will offer a true culinary wonderland for the senses.
A highlight of this year's BITE is a special keynote with Danny Meyer, distinguished speaker, restaurateur, and founder and executive chairman of Union Square Hospitality Group. Additionally, there will be several VIP panel discussions including:
Playing with Dirt: Seeds and Stone Barns as the Future of Agriculture A sweet talk with Dan Barber, chef and co-owner of Blue Hill and the Blue Hill Family: Top dessert and pastry pros share joy with founder of cafe brands Maman and Ice Cream Salt & Straw Every dish tells a story: Kwame Onwuachi, chef at New York's Tatiana, talks to food writer Jeff Gordinier about creating meaningful menus Spice is good: Flavors from around the world How they're fueling the industry, chefs, personalities and authors JJ Johnson of Field Trip and Chintan Pandya of Chef Unapologetic Foods and more
“Baldor BITE is an opportunity to bring all the partners in our business together in one place at the same time in the most fun way possible,” explains Benjamin Walker, Chief Revenue Officer, Baldor Specialty Foods. “With a day party atmosphere that includes plenty of food and drink, we are able to connect end users with amazing farmers and producers, introduce them to new products, and brainstorm solutions for tomorrow’s opportunities. Masu.”
“We know being a chef is hard work,” says Margaret Magnarelli, vice president of marketing and communications. “Since she founded BITE in 2013, Baldor has always strived to make this event as fun as possible. This year, we are taking the 'Play With Your Food' theme a step further and enjoying delicious food.” Celebrate the fact that you can. “It's full of joy. We wove a thread of playfulness throughout the event, from free tattoos to fun games to live tuna butchering and a big photo op.”
BITE attendees can experience quirky live activations, including a ball pit shaped like a caviar container and a cheese grater “Plinko” game. You can explore the “bodegas” of Val d'Or and find carefully selected retail products. Purchase exclusive merchandise from collaborations with influential chefs, or support local farmers by strolling through our charming Farmers Market. Visit a food tattoo artist for fresh ink, sip a cocktail at one of the many open bars, or recharge at Partners' Coffee Bar. Witness the artistry of butchering a live tuna or visit the outdoor food court lined with gourmet food trucks.
Admission is free for Baldor customers. This year, Bal d'Or will be selling a limited number of general admission tickets to food lovers for $250 each. For more information on Baldor BITE 2024 and to secure your tickets, please visit https://www.baldorfood.com/bite.
About Baldor Specialty Foods
Baldor Specialty Foods is one of the largest distributors of premium fresh produce, specialty foods, dairy products, meat and fish in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Started in 1946 as Balducci's Fruit Stand in Greenwich Village, Baldor maintains its original commitment to freshness, flavor, quality and service. Baldor Specialty Foods currently serves more than 13,000 foodservice, retail and corporate accounts from Portland, Maine to Richmond, Virginia, offering more than 6,000 food items. The company's mission is to provide quality ingredients, innovative solutions, and a seamless experience that ensure the success of its partners.
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