Half of America visits a convenience store each day, yet the role of specialty food in the channel remains largely untapped. At a moment when many consumers are seeking small indulgences and everyday treats, could specialty products give retailers a new way to surprise and delight their customers? In this session, leading convenience retailers will […]
WinterFancyFaire* 2027 is shaping up to be a can’t-miss experience full of inspiration around every corner. Secure your spot: … source
Stream the full keynote address and Q&A session with Chef Marcus Samuelsson, founder of Merkato by Marcus, taking place at the Specialty Food Association’s 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show in NYC. On June 29, 2026, Chef Samuelsson drew on his culinary background anchored in Swedish and Ethiopian cuisine to speak to the Fancy Food Show […]
Summer sofi surprise! Entries will now be accepted through Friday, July 31: https://www.specialtyfood.com/awards/sofi-awards/ … source
The sofi Awards submission deadline has been extended to July 31. https://www.specialtyfood.com/awards/sofi-awards/ A sofi … source
Tune in for a can’t-miss update on trends shaping the specialty food industry, including the changing perception of value and new nuances in the use of “global flavors.” During the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show, new data and insights were presented to an engaged audience of buyers, manufacturers, investors, and press by SFA’s Leana Salamah, […]
Tune in for the full “Luxury Grocery Renaissance” session from the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show, featuring speakers from Citarella, Meadow Lane, Murray’s Cheese, and Butterfield Market. Stream the panel conversation, moderated by Morning Brew, for insights into what specialty food shoppers are looking for at retail today and what these leaders in the luxury […]
👋 Say hello to Tigist Kelkay of Red Fox Spices! Back for another Summer #FancyFoodShow, Tigist shares how the right conversations turned into new connections, collaborations, and exciting opportunities for the brand. Hear why SFA member benefits and the Summer #FancyFoodShow continue to help specialty food businesses grow. source
How would you 🫵 define #SpecialtyFood in 5 words or less? Taste what’s next in specialty at #WinterFancyFaire, January 17-19, 2027 in San Francisco. Subscribe for show updates: https://www.specialtyfood.com/fancy-food-shows/winter-fancyfaire/why-attend/subscribe-to-show-updates/ source
Go inside the 2026 Summer Fancy Food Show, the Specialty Food Association’s annual trade show highlighting the best in … source