An Extraordinary June for Ficacci: Celebrating 60 years of Success With Two showcases at the IDDBA in Houston and the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York

Ficacci marks a triumphant first half of 2024 - its 60th anniversary - following successful showcases at Cibus, Italy's premier food exhibition in Parma, and NRA, the National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago, both held in May. The Italian company stands out in the industry for its success, which is highlighted by the positive response to its innovative range of bulk olives for deli counters and food service. Following the positive feedback at Cibus and NRA, Ficacci prepares to present its olive bar solutions at other upcoming events, such as at the IDDBA in Houston and at the Summer Fancy Food in New York City, by setting up mini olive bars for an exceptional Italian food tasting experience.

This month's first event is at the IDDBA - International Dairy Deli Bakery Association - in Houston, from June 9 to 11 (booth #4900). The IDDBA organizes one of the most significant industry trade shows annually, bringing manufacturers, retailers, and other professionals together to discover new products, network, and discuss market trends. This will be followed by the Summer Fancy Food Show (booth #853), one of North America's largest food and beverage trade fairs. This event is organized by the Specialty Food Association (SFA) and takes place yearly, this year from June 23 to 25 in New York City. The Summer Fancy Food Show is an essential event for the food industry, providing visibility for producers and growth opportunities for businesses.

Ficacci will bring its latest innovations at these two events. Gourmet Jarred Antipasti, a flavorful line of authentic Italian antipasti with nine specialties, is perfect for enhancing any meal or creating an authentic Italian Aperitivo experience, complementing flavorful charcuterie boards.

Ficacci will also showcase its Paper Tray Line olives and Mediterranean Olive Platter. These innovative products are entirely free from preservatives and preserving liquids. Thus, they are always fresh. The 100% recyclable paper packaging makes them eco-friendly, and the ready-to-use format adds a touch of elegance to any table. Ficacci’s goal is to enhance the flavor of popular appetizers while prioritizing gourmet quality and eco-friendliness.

Gourmet Jarred Antipasti, 9 specialties to find the authentic Italian taste

Nine Italian gourmet specialties to make your meal so memorable—what else? Ficacci presents its nine delicious SKUs: three bruschetta spreads (Spicy Bomb, Black Olive Spread, and Garlic Spread), four grilled veggies (Peppers, Mushrooms, Borettane Onions, and Artichokes), and two Italian specialties (Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Grandma's Asparagus). Last but not least, the Jars are incredibly charming and ideal as gifts for true "gourmand" foodies.

The Gourmet Appetizers®, available in glass jars of 10.2 oz, are perfect as starters and side dishes thanks to the quality of carefully chosen ingredients. The elegant design also makes them an excellent gift idea." Featuring no preservatives, this line also follows the consolidated trend at Ficacci, which is offering products without preservatives, as it once was! Furthermore, the thermal pasteurization process contributes to the balance of the product, respecting the finest Italian gastronomic traditions.

Ficacci olives: Mediterranean Olive Platter                         

The latest addition to the lineup is the Mediterranean Olive Platter, weighing 1.65 pounds and perfect for gatherings or an Italian-style aperitivo. It features a tray with three separate rooms with three types of pitted olives: Castelvetrano, Kalamata, and an Italian Olive Mix with Sweet Peppers, with no preservatives and no liquids. The paperboard is made from 89% paper, highlighting its eco-friendly features.

The Paper Tray line offers a variety of delicious and crispy olives made from carefully selected olives from the best cultivars, including the famous Gaeta PDO. The range includes various options such as Cerignola, Castelvetrano pitted and unpitted, Bella Italia pitted mix, and the latest addition—blue Cheese-Stuffed Olives.

An Elegant and Environmental-friendly Packaging

The Paper Tray reduces the amount of plastic by 85%, manufactured with certified paper by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) or PEFC^TM Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification, bodies whose primary goal is to manage forest-derived products correctly. Giuseppe Ficacci, the company's Marketing and Export Sales Director explains that the technology used since 2021 for 100% recyclable, eco-friendly paper packaging will help reduce plastic usage by 70% by 2030. Currently, the company consumes over 180 tons of plastic containers.

Eco-packaging that makes a difference

Besides carrying premium olives, a crucial feature of the line is the sleek design, perfect for display: a fancy board for fancy tables. The customers find it convenient to carry the tray directly to their table, saving – on the other hand – time, soap, and water to wash bowls or dishes. Designed with user-friendly features, the top and bottom plastic films can be easily removed, while the bottom paper can be recycled with other paper waste.

A game-changing development in the distribution of fruits and vegetables is the effort to reduce overpackaging. An increasing number of retailers are using Ficacci's Paper Trays in their coolers, in line with guidelines aimed at reducing waste. You can find Ficacci Paper Trays in the United States at Harris Teeter, Brookshires, Mariano's, Eataly, Dierbergs Markets, Associated Grocers, and Costco. For Costco members, Ficacci has designed the custom-made Paper Board. In Mexico, Ficacci products are available at HEB.