The Consorcio del Jamón Serrano Español is the Association that has grouped together the main producers-exporters of Serrano ham in Spain since 1990. The Consorcio focuses on one concept: Quality. This basic principle is what governs every action we take, and it has been this way for years.

They want consumers and food industry professionals the world over to perceive the Serrano ham endorsed by the Consorcio as the ultimate expression of reliability, of satisfaction in things well done, of an excellent product.

Dirt Candy sets out to satisfy food lovers with a deceptively simple combination: offer extraordinary food made with the freshest ingredients, create innovative dishes with straightforward yet bold flavors, and serve it in an intimate elegant space.

Chef/owner Amanda Cohen believes eating should be fun, food should taste good, and people should worry less about the barrage of conflicting food dogma they are bombarded with.

The restaurant Sanctuary T began as an online “e-tailor”, SanctuaryTea, offering complete lines of unique teas and tea related lifestyle, home and beauty products at www.SanctuaryTea.com Founder Dawn Cameron has extended the brand into the bricks-and-mortar world, creating a restaurant where her teas can be enjoyed as an ingredient and a beverage (50+ selections available) in the context of an inviting, elegant and relaxed environment.

The authentic Hass Avocado was discovered by the Spanish in 1518 in Mexico - where it was a staple of the diet and considered to be an aphrodisiac by the Aztecs - and was then introduced to the rest of the world where it has been enjoyed ever since. This delicious, nutritious, healthful and versatile fruit is a favorite of chefs and food lovers who use Hass Avocados for a wide variety of world cuisines. While the creamy, smooth Hass Avocados from Mexico are particularly popular during the Super Bowl and Cinco de Mayo, they are enjoyed throughout the year from weekend entertaining to day-to-day eating - beyond guacamole and much, much more.

The land of milk and honey has been producing diary products for thousands of years and today is known for its multitude of world class artisanal cheeses; from goat and sheep’s milk cheeses like Feta and Kashkaval to hard and semi-firm cheeses like Edam, Gouda, Swiss, aged Cheddar and Blue cheeses to name a few. The dairy industry is one of Israel’s agricultural pillars and the country’s farming system of Kibbutz collective farms and Moshav family cooperatives provide Israeli dairies large and small with milk to create these cheeses as well as Israel’s famous yogurts, diary desserts and drinks.

Third generation chocolate maker Tad Van Leer brings decades of manufacturing know-how and innovation to his newest venture - J. Emanuel Chocolatier. Tad Van Leer’s is life-long love of chocolate and an unbridled desire to take chocolate to a new level has resulted in a delicious and wonderfully innovative line of chocolates - J. Emanuel Chocolatier. The remarkably broad range of products from the Chester, NJ based artisanal chocolatier is guaranteed to appeal to a wide range of tastes.

The jewel in J. Emanuel Chocolatier’s crown is the unique Bacchus line of chocolate wine truffles. Wine and chocolate - two of the most popular items in the food and beverage categories – is unarguably a perfect pair. Tad Van Leer introduced the idea of infusing truffles with wine as an ingredient.

Martine’s Chocolates are #1 rated, luxurious, handmade confections. Customers can watch Martine’s chef chocolatiers creating these exquisite creations fresh daily from the finest Belgian chocolate, American cream and French butter, before their very eyes at her new shop Martine’s too as well as at her flagship location on the 6th floor of Bloomingdale’s.

New York Wines & Dines Promotion

The New York Wine & Grape Foundation is the official association representing all New York State vineyards and grape orchards. The foundation’s mission is to educate the public and to heighten awareness of the wide variety of New York’s world class wines. To that end, they are introducing New York Wines & Dines, an exciting promotion which features pairings of New York wines with recipes made from New York produce at leading New York City restaraunts. A select number of key wine retailers will also participate.

New York is home to over 170 wineries in the Lake Erie, Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley and Long Island Regions, which have won hundreds of gold medals in international competitions.

Known for its innovative ice cream flavors, Ciao Bella is America’s leading artisanal ice cream maker. Ciao Bella is the choice of chefs and ice cream lovers alike. Available at the best restaurants as well as supermarkets and gourmet shops nationally.

Inviting, Mexican folk-art filled restaurant at 82nd street off Lexington Avenue. A funky, colorful bar and warm, convivial dining room impart a welcoming setting for the distinctive Mexican cuisine.