Fresh Solutions Network® Gets Ready to Showcase A Cut Above® Potato Program; Kathleen Triou Comments


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Tue. July 18th, 2023 - by Jenna Plasterer

NEWPORT BEACH, CA - Who’s ready for the International Fresh Produce Association’s (IFPA) Foodservice Expo? Fresh Solutions Network® (FSN) is! And the value-added supplier is preparing to show off its A Cut Above® fresh whole, whole-peeled, and fresh-cut potato at the event in Monterey, California.

Kathleen Triou, President and Chief Executive Officer, Fresh Solutions Network®Kathleen Triou, President and Chief Executive Officer, Fresh Solutions Network®“Since 2014, we’ve been bringing the foodservice sector premium-quality potatoes that make superior house-made chips and fries—a very profitable and growing segment for on-premise accounts,” said Kathleen Triou, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fresh Solutions Network. “Now we also offer peeled and fresh-cut options to enhance kitchen efficiencies and profitability. These products’ exceptional taste, consistent texture, and high-quality visual cues give operators the best foundation to create signature potato items that keep their patrons returning for more. Which is why this line is available 52 weeks a year.”

A Cut Above uses select potato varieties for superior performance and to help streamline kitchen workflow, thereby adding profit for foodservice customers, a release explained.

Fresh Solutions Network® is preparing to show off its A Cut Above® fresh whole, whole-peeled, and fresh-cut potato at the Foodservice Conference in Monterey, CaliforniaFresh Solutions Network® is preparing to show off its A Cut Above® fresh whole, whole-peeled, and fresh-cut potato at the Foodservice Conference in Monterey, California

The group of offerings is a premium-quality, three-tier potato program, with tier one consisting of fresh whole white and Russet potatoes packed in 50 lb bags and cartons. Tier two includes whole-peeled potatoes available in 30 lb bags. Tier three comprises 30 lb cartons containing fresh-cut wedges, steak fries, sliced potatoes, and diced potatoes, which are especially important for the growing breakfast trade.

A Cut Above uses select potato varieties for superior performance and to help streamline kitchen workflow, thereby adding profit for foodservice customersA Cut Above uses select potato varieties for superior performance and to help streamline kitchen workflow, thereby adding profit for foodservice customers

A Kosher option is available for all whole and fresh cuts of potatoes, which enables foodservice operators to capitalize on consumer needs and demands. A 2022 Consumer Attitude & Usage Study conducted by Potatoes USA revealed that “any potato option” and “Fries” are America’s #1 and #2 favorite side dish and takeout side dish.

To learn more about A Cut Above potatoes, exclusively available from FSN Partners, stop by booth #321 on the Foodservice Expo show floor.

The AndNowUKnow team looks forward to seeing you there!

Fresh Solutions Network®