Coral Gables, FL – The 2013 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE has recognized Del Monte Fresh Produce as the Official Fresh Produce Provider of the 2013 festival. Known for its quality produce and global reach, Del Monte is proud to have this opportunity to support Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management and showcase their products to the South Florida community.
Del Monte Fresh products, including the succulent Del Monte Gold® Extra Sweet Pineapple, Premium Bananas, proprietary MAG® Melon, Tomatoes and Avocados, will be featured throughout tasty dishes at the MasterCard Grand Tasting Tents, the Florida Blue presents Fun and Fit as a Family sponsored by Carnival featuring Kellogg's Kidz Kitchen, the Moët Hennessy's The Q hosted by Paula Deen and Bobby Deen sponsored by Omaha Steaks, and the Amstel Light Burger Bash sponsored by Pat LaFrieda Meats hosted by Rachael Ray. During these events, festival attendees will also have the opportunity to experience a refreshing menu at Del Monte Fresh Produce’s very own installations.
“As a diamond sponsor, we have the opportunity to reach the South Florida community and our trade business partners in a very sophisticated light. We will be offering a healthy yet tasty culinary experience at our installations and we are excited to show what Del Monte Fresh has to offer”, said Dionysios Christou, VP of Marketing.
About Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. is one of North America’s leading marketers and distributors of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruit and vegetables. Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc. markets its products in North America under the Del Monte® brand (as well as other brands), a symbol of product innovation, quality, freshness and reliability for over 120 years.
Source: Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc.