Read the Food Business News article: https://lnkd.in/g-q4WE6S Check out the SFA Trendspotters' 2025 predictions: https://lnkd.in/gSa7NzMk
Specialty Food Association
Food & Beverages
New York, New York 43,038 followers
Together with our members, we shape the future of food.
About us
The Specialty Food Association (SFA) is a not-for-profit, membership-based trade association founded in 1952 and currently representing 3,600+ businesses including specialty food manufacturers, buyers, distributors, and others working in the industry. SFA develops and produces events, professional resources, and educational programs that support its membership and the specialty food industry as a whole. These include the Winter and Summer Fancy Food Shows, the annual State of the Specialty Food Industry and State of the Specialty Food Consumer Reports, the annual sofi™ Awards honoring excellence in specialty food, and more. Guided by core values of innovation and inclusivity, SFA and its member companies work together to shape the future of food.
- Website
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http://www.specialtyfood.com
External link for Specialty Food Association
- Industry
- Food & Beverages
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1952
- Specialties
- Summer Fancy Food Show, sofi Awards, Winter Fancy Food Show, Specialty Food Magazine, Specialty Food News, State of the Specialty Food Industry, Specialty Food News, best of the best, and specialty food
Locations
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Primary
136 Madison Ave
New York, New York 10016, US
Employees at Specialty Food Association
Updates
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We're thrilled to announce that Molly Baz—The New York Times-bestselling author and founder of Ayoh Foods—will give a keynote talk at the Winter #FancyFoodShow. “Molly Baz on Controversial Condiments, CPG Launches, and Selling Big on Social” will take place on the Main Stage, Monday, January 20 from 12 – 12:45 pm PT. https://lnkd.in/g8TXGdBa
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Don’t miss the latest specialty food businesses from the Western U.S. to join the SFA family! Show them some love. https://lnkd.in/eNs8JEMu
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SFA’s Mentorship Program connects early-stage makers with industry veterans for guidance, growth, and inspiration. Applications for the March 2025 program are now open—apply to be a mentor or mentee today. https://lnkd.in/eqn5uRA3
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Specialty Food Association reposted this
The Specialty Food Association’s Trendspotter Panel predicts 2025 will bring exciting innovations, including bold South Asian flavors, restaurant-quality meals at home, flavorful chilis, and natural sweeteners. At Taste Supply, we’re proud to support makers at the forefront of these trends, connecting their creativity with those who seek unique and flavorful experiences. The future of food is looking creative, diverse, and delicious. For more insights, check out the Specialty Food Association’s 2025 Trends Predictions: https://lnkd.in/gSa7NzMk . . .
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Talking about emerging #foodtrends is nice, but seeing them come alive at the Winter #FancyFoodShow is better. Here's a peek at six products you can see on the Show Floor, and their corresponding 2025 trends. Functional Foods, Natural Enhancements: Paktlifoods (Booth 3911B) DrinkGleem, Inc. (Booth 3845) Yes, Chef: Behrnes' Pepper Salts and Spice Blends (Booth 3444) Girls Can Grill (Booth 4007) Girl Dinner 2.0: Plucky Pickle Dip (Booth 807) ALEF SAUSAGE, INC (Booth 3035) View the full list of exhibitors: https://lnkd.in/e8bubzWt
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Take your food business (or business idea) to the next level with our Maker Prep Course: https://lnkd.in/gjVGw83j Read what current participants have to say about the value of the program, then sign up to join the next cohort, kicking off with in-person sessions at the Winter #FancyFoodShow this January (you can also tune in from home!). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gjVGw83j
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Welcome to SFA’s new international members! These innovative specialty food brands are bringing exciting flavors and fresh ideas to our community. Interested in joining? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gHhTJBqr
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Tag a CPG brand founder who would enjoy exclusive benefits like access to Fancy Food Shows, awards, discounts, trend reports, and a vibrant community of food innovators. Their path to success starts here: https://lnkd.in/eNs8JEMu.
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Save big on your 2025 Winter #FancyFoodShow badge from now until December 20. https://lnkd.in/deusx3BM We want to know...
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