We Are Now SQF Certified!

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We Are Now SQF Certified!

E. Armata Inc. has been a staple in the Hunts Point Market for many years.  We pride ourselves in providing the highest quality fruits and produce available to our customers.  From our past to our future, our high standards of quality have always and will continue to be at our top of mind. 

E. Armata’s History of Quality

The team at E. Armata Inc. is no stranger to quality services.  Our founder, Erasmo Armata came to New York from Sicily in the 1980s and grew the company from the ground up.  Starting with selling lemons out of a burlap sack, Erasmo worked to build this company on the back of quality. He knew customers would continue to return if they were given high-quality produce, which is why he never purchased or sold anything that fell below his rigorous standards.  His family also continued with this tradition. After deciding the company needed to expand to distributing vegetables and West Coast produce, Erasmo’s son Frank moved cross country. Frank would follow crops from Arizona to California to make sure only the specific lots that met E. Armata’s standards were shipped back to New York.

 

SQF Certification

To show how seriously we take quality, our company has gone through the rigorous task of becoming SQF certified.  The Safe Quality Food Program is recognized worldwide by retailers, brand owners, and foodservice providers.  Offered through the Safe Quality Food Institute, this program shows the commitment to food quality and safety E. Armata brings to the Hunts Point Market. 

 

The E. Armata Process of Quality

Achieving this rewarding certification was not something that could have been done overnight.  The team at E. Armata Inc. has always worked tirelessly to improve our operation any way we can. We currently work with 100 growers and shippers to help meet the needs of our consumers.  We’ve cultivated strong relationships with these people for over four generations, and a proud of the team we’ve established. For the transportation of the produce, we have modern delivery trucks that are temperature controlled to ensure all fruits and vegetables stay ripe and fresh, no matter the time year delivery occurs.  We make sure all of our shipper’s schedules are optimized before they head out to the road and even monitor the speed of our vehicles to guarantee deliveries are made safely.  From the seeds being planted to the produce arriving at the customer’s door, E. Armata guarantees quality at each step of the process.

At E. Armata Inc. , all of our produce is grown and shipped with our customer’s satisfaction in mind.  We consider ourselves to be a cornerstone in the Hunts Point Market. With our recent certification from the Safe Quality Food Institute, we hope our customers appreciate just how much care we place in our process.  To learn more about our company, please contact us today!         

Vegan Lemon Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes

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Vegan Lemon Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes

Recipe Courtesy Crazy Vegan Kitchen

 

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Baby Potatoes (500 grams)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh Basil Leaves
  • 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh Parsley Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt, or to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

Lemon Herb Olive Oil Mixture:

  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Zest of 1/2 a Lemon
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced fresh Parsley Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon finely minces fresh Basil Leaves
  • Salt/Pepper, to taste

 

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven 180 Celsius/350 Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with nonstick baking paper. Set aside.
  2. Make fine slits in each baby potato, but do not cut all the way through.
  3. In a large bowl, combine prepared potatoes with Olive Oil, Basil, Parsley, Garlic, Maple Syrup, Salt and Pepper. Toss to coat well.
  4. Place potatoes, cut sides up, on a baking sheet and roast for 20 – 25 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, combine all ingredients for Lemon Herb Olive Oil in a small bowl.
  6. After 25 minutes of roasting, baste potatoes with half of the Lemon Herb Olive Oil mixture, and then pop back into the oven and continue roasting for another 25 minutes or till potatoes are cooked.
  7. Once cooked, drizzle potatoes with remaining Lemon Herb Olive Oil mixture and serve immediately. Sprinkle with more sea salt if necessary!
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National Pear Month

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National Pear Month

Everyone knows that December signifies the holiday season being in full swing.  What you may not know, however, is that December is also National Pear Month! E. Armata Inc., a leader in New York produce, distributes a range of fruits and produce that can be picked up and consumed at your pleasure.  However, since its December, our team wants to shed light on this tasty and nutritious fruit specifically so you and your family can celebrate this month in style.

Types of Pears

Like with other fruits and vegetables, many types of pears can be consumed and enjoyed.  Each type has a distinct flavor, color, and shape. Since it’s National Pear Month, E. Armata would like to highlight the specific types of pears our New York produce team carries and distributes:

 

  • Abate
  • Anjou
  • Asian
  • Bosc
  • Bartlett
  • Cactus
  • French Butter
  • Flamingo
  • Honey Bell
  • Packham
  • Red
  • Seckle
  • Ya

 

Benefits Of Eating Pears

While each different type of pear has a distinct taste and shape, they all have an abundance of benefits you can reap when consumed.  Since this month is National Pear Month, there’s no better time to head to the grocery store and pick some up.  Below are some reasons you should purchase a bushel of pears today: 

 

  • Pears are a great source of fiber, with one alone containing nearly a quarter of the recommended daily amount.  
  • They’re a low glycemic fruit, meaning they won’t drastically spike your blood sugar levels.
  • Pears are chock full of vitamins and minerals such as potassium, vitamin c, electrolytes, and antioxidants.
  • The easily digestible complex carbs found in pears make it perfect for an energy boost before a workout, and a great means of recovery afterward.

 

Celebrate With E. Armata Inc. 

There are many different types of pears you can choose from to consume when celebrating National Pear Month.  Though each one is distinct in its own right, no one pear stands high above the next. The New York produce team at E. Armata knows this, which is why each type is given the same amount of care and commitment to quality.  Head to a grocery store today so you can experience first hand just how tasty and nutritious our pears can be!