“Melissa's World Variety Produce, Inc. has been delivering the global market since 1984 and is currently the largest distributor of specialty produce in the United States. They are proud to operate out of a 330,000 square foot facility located in Los Angeles, outfitted with conventional and organic fresh fruits and vegetables, value-added goods, and a state-of-the-art CCOF/SQF certified organic packing facility.” “Melissa’s is privileged to be consumers’ go-to provider for all things fresh fruits and veggies. From origin stories to health benefits, from simple storage tips and tasty recipes to everything in between, they have your health and taste buds top of mind.” “Melissa's food service division garners relationships with an exclusive community of talented chefs and supports their needs by providing unmatched quality and service. When you’re cheering in the stands or dining at sports venues across the country, Melissa’s is with you, elevating the culinary offerings and experience for fans.”
“Melissa's began strictly as a source of specialty produce, selling to retailers in the Southern California region. Sharon and Joe Hernandez founded the business in 1984 with a decade of produce industry experience in a small, rented produce warehouse lunchroom. The original office had just three telephones and four chairs — no one could have guessed that, within a few short years, the company would scale and grow to what it is today.”
Melissa’s Corporate Chef, Angel Flores, joins us to preview what Melissa’s tasty bite they are serving at their Pizza City Fest station. Think sweet & refreshing Ojai Pixie Tangerines.
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