Ocean Mist Farms to feature flavor and innovation to IFPA Foodservice

CASTROVILLE, Calif. (July 24, 2025) – Ocean Mist Farms BB #:111742, North America’s leading grower and shipper of fresh artichokes, is thrilled to announce its participation in the IFPA Foodservice Conference in Monterey once again this year on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Back by popular demand, Chef Tony Baker, Ocean Mist Farms’ longtime Corporate Chef and winner of the show’s 2023 Chef Choice Award for his Baby Artichoke Risotto, will be manning the booth once again this year. Ocean Mist will be featuring his latest culinary creation: Artichoke Arancini with Shaved Truffles – a dish that promises to highlight the versatility and elegance of the artichoke.

Chef Baker’s experience with artichokes is both extensive and impressive. He has developed countless recipes, pitched artichoke dishes to national chains, and trained chefs across the country on the countless ways to prepare and elevate this unique vegetable. Simply put, Chef Tony is passionate about artichokes!

The Ocean Mist Farms team is excited to engage with foodservice operators, distributors, chefs, and buyers to better understand their needs while showcasing their Gold Standard artichokes, along with their full line of premium fresh vegetables.

“Artichokes are a special addition to any menu, whether featured as a signature dish or a seasonal special,” said Sales Representative Christa Schuck. Continuing, “We’re eager to partner with foodservice distributors and operators to drive demand for artichokes within the foodservice category.”

Artichokes are always a major highlight at this foodservice show, where Chef Tony showcases their versatility and the ease with which they can be prepared in a variety of ways. Engaging and approachable, he encourages questions and demonstrates how simple it is to incorporate artichokes into chef-inspired dishes.

“Sampling these recipes is invaluable,’ said Schuck. ‘It not only inspires new ideas for using artichokes, but also allows booth visitors to experience an innovative dish that’s relatively easy to recreate and is as visually appealing as it is delicious.”

Ocean Mist invites you to stop by their booth – #224 – and try their latest innovation with this beloved thistle.

About Ocean Mist Farms
Established in 1924, Ocean Mist Farms is a fourth-generation family-owned business located in Castroville, California. This company – the largest grower/shipper of fresh artichokes in No. America – celebrated their milestone 100-year anniversary in 2024. Committed to consistently delivering the highest standards in the industry with their Gold Standard artichokes, the company also offers a full line of 30+ premium fresh vegetable commodities and value-added products including their new award-winning Roastables Ready-to-Roast kits. To learn more, visit oceanmist.com or follow them online – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.