Hunts Point Market

We Are GMP Certified

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At E. Armata, we are passionate about providing the highest of quality fresh fruit and produce to our customers. Located at the Hunts Point Market in the Bronx, NY, we are committed to making sure our facilities and distribution centers exceed the city of New York’s standards. One of the main attributes to our company is our GMP, or Good Manufacturing Practice, certification. Not only does E. Armata meet the requirements of GMP certification, but we continuously achieve 100 percent Superior Rating. In other words, we fully comply with and exceed all New York cities sanitation laws and food-safety initiatives. So you can be confident in knowing that not only is our produce and fruit always fresh, but our facilities are always well-maintained, immaculate, and organized. Visit our Hunts Point Market today to get a firsthand look of our GMP certified facility. Continue reading to learn more about the GMP certification and why it’s so important.

Good Manufacturing Practice

Receiving a GMP certificate signifies and ensures to the public that products are being manufactured, produced, and controlled in a consistent manner that meets quality standards. The GMP certification covers all aspects from the production and distribution phases to the personal hygiene of its employees. In order to achieve a GMP accreditation, detailed proof of the various daily step-by-step procedures is mandatory.

Why is it Important?

Without the GMP certificate, it’s hard to determine whether a company is being fully compliant with the sanitation standards. Especially when it comes to food, you want to be reassured that the products you are purchasing and consuming are being distributed from a place that goes above and beyond all the necessary requirements. At E. Armata you can rest assured we take health standards very seriously. Our facilities and delivery trucks not only abide by the sanitary laws, but we are constantly upgrading to the latest technologies.

Hunts Point Market

Come on down and come visit us at our Hunts Point Market in the Bronx, NY! We offer nothing but the freshest and highest quality produce and fruit! And best of all, you can enjoy knowing our products are 100% GMP certified.

Vegetable Grilling at Hunts Point Market

The Benefits of Grilling Vegetables

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With Summer right around the corner, it’s time to get the grill fired up! Grilling vegetables is not only a delicious way to spice up your meal, but it also offers a wide variety of health benefits. You won’t even have to think twice about getting your daily intake of vegetables, they will be too good to resist! E. Armata is here to provide you with some of the benefits to grilling your vegetables. For over 100 years we have been offering some of the freshest fruit and produce to the tri-state area and beyond. Get your summer season started off on a delicious and healthy foot with our amazing produce! Visit us at our Hunts Point Market or place an order online to get your hands on some of our fresh fruit and vegetables. Continue reading to learn more about how you can make veggies the star of your next meal.

Get Grilling

Did you know that when you grill vegetables, they take on a whole new variety of health benefits? That’s right. In fact, vegetables release different key nutrients after being fired up on the grill versus on a stove or in the oven. Here are some of the main benefits to grilling your veggies:

The enhanced flavors– not only will your vegetables be more nutritious, they will take on a whole new level of flavor. The heat from the barbeque will bring out the smoky flavors, while the caramelization will help enhance the natural sweetness in your veggies.

They retain their nutrients– vegetables tend to lose their nutritional value as they are cooked. Grilling, on the other hand, has the opposite effect. Vegetables will actually hold on to their vitamins and minerals the best during this cooking process. So if you prefer eating your vegetables cooked, grilling is your best bet.

They have increased nutritional value– it may come as a pleasant surprise to know that certain vegetables have a greater nutritional value after being grilled. Nutritionists have found that certain vitamins and minerals are harder to break down in the body. Heating them up actually allows for the nutrients to be better absorbed, in turn, making them better for you.

They help you lose weight- one of the greatest benefits for those who are trying to lose weight is that grilling vegetables can help aid weight loss! Grilling doesn’t require any added oils or dressings, making it one of the cleanest ways to eat cooked veggies.

 

Almost any vegetable can be grilled- here are a few examples of some of the vegetables that are great on the grill:

 

  • Zucchini
  • Onions
  • Bell Peppers
  • Tomatoes
  • Carrots
  • Eggplant
  • Mushrooms
  • Asparagus

The list goes on!

Visit Us at Our Hunts Point Market

So don’t let vegetables be the dreaded part of your next meal, get them on the grill and see how delicious they can really be! If you are in the Hunts Point Market area and are looking for some fresh produce, stop by E. Armata and pick some up today!

Papaya Avocado Salad

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Photo & Recipe Courtesy Studioist

Yield: 1 large salad

Ingredients

For Dressing:

  • 2 scallions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar, additional to taste
  • 2 tbsp papaya seeds
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard

For Salad:

  • 1 head of Green Leaf lettuce, washed, dried and chopped
  • 8 oz fresh baby spinach, washed, dried and chopped
  • 1 ripe papaya, peeled, halved and seeds removed
  • 2 large avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 large red onion, chopped

Directions

  • Blend all dressing ingredients until papaya seeds become fine ground.
  • Store dressing in the fridge until ready to toss and serve.
  • Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Gently toss with dressing (amount to taste) and serve immediately.