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UPCOMING Events New Year’s Day

Ring in the New Year with elevated flavors your guests will remember.

New Year’s celebrations drive higher check averages, making it the perfect time to spotlight premium entrées, appetizers, and desserts that keep diners celebrating past midnight.

Super Bowl Sunday Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest food days of the year. From shareable apps and wings, to pizzas and combos, it’s the perfect opportunity to drive volume, boost check averages, and keep fans fueled from kickoff to the final whistle.

Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is all about elevated dining and memorable experiences.

From indulgent entrées to decadent desserts, it’s the perfect occasion to drive reservations, increase perguest spend, and create moments guests will want to return for.

Lent Begins

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Lent is a key season for seafoodfocused menus and meatless offerings. Featuring fish and shrimp dishes help attract guests seeking traditional favorites and flavorful alternatives, driving traffic and repeat visits throughout the season.

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Foodcentric

DATE:

MARCH 10TH, 2026

TIME:

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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LOCATION: METLIFE STADIUM 1 METLIFE STADIUM DR, EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ 07073 2

GAME DAY READY When it’s game time, the food has to show up just as hard as the players. From crispy wings and boneless bites to epic crunch fries and crowd-favorite appetizers, this lineup is built for sharing, dipping, and going back for seconds.

Whether you’re loading up plates with classic buffalo wings, rotisserie-style options, golden fries, or thick, craveworthy onion rings, these game day staples bring bold flavor, serious crunch, and easy execution to any menu. Perfect for sports bars, watch parties, or anywhere fans gather to eat and yell at the TV.

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PFG ITEM #

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK SIZE

158756

WEST CRK

CHICKEN WING 1ST & 2ND MED CVP

4/10 LB

312037

WEST CRK

SAUCE WING BUFFALO

4/1 GA

600752

WEST CRK

CHICKEN BRST CHNK BNLS WING BRD

2/5 LB

600768

WEST CRK

CHICKEN WING ROTISSERIE FC FZ

2/5 LB

541873

ROMA

CHICKEN WING BRD SPICY FC FZ

3/5 LB

600774

ROMA

CHICKEN WING O/R 8-12 CT FC FZ

2/5 LB

398993

ROMA

CHICKEN WING BNLS BRD FC FZ

2/4 LB

990298

ROMA

FRIES 3/8 STRGHT CUT EPIC CRNCH

6/5 LB

998673

ENTICE

APTZ ONION RING BB 5/8" THICK

6/2.5 LB

149589

ENTICE

APTZ ONION RING BRD GRMT 3/4"

12/2 LB

416070

ROMA

APTZ CHEESE STICK MOZZ BRD ITAL

6/2 LB

416078

ROMA

APTZ POPPER JALAPENO CHED

4/3 LB

416103

ROMA

APTZ CHEESE STICK MOZZ BTTRD

6/2 LB

416089

ROMA

APTZ ONION RING BTTRD 3/8"

6/2.5 LB

BEST PLAYERS OF THE YEAR Champions Who Defined the Season PFG ITEM #

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK SIZE

157231

VILL GDN

DRESSING BLUE CHEESE TFF CHNKY

4/1 GA

157235

VILL GDN

DRESSING RANCH TFF

4/1 GA

158942

VILL GDN

DRESSING RANCH PACKET TFF

100/1.5 OZ

234866

WEST CRK

SAUCE BBQ ORGNL

4/1 GA

312037

WEST CRK

SAUCE WING BUFFALO

4/1 GA

210412

WEST CRK

SAUCE JALA-MANGO

4/1 GA

875769

PEAK FRS

CARROT STICKS 3/8" BRICK PK

4/5 LB

460617

PEAK FRS

CELERY STICKS

4/5 LB

No platter is complete without the MVPs on the side. Creamy blue cheese, classic ranch, and bold sauces take wings and apps to the next level, while crisp celery and carrot sticks bring that fresh crunch everyone secretly needs between bites.

These essentials round out your best-selling platters with balance, flavor, and presentation that just makes sense. Reliable, familiar, and always in demand—these are the finishing touches that keep customers dipping, dunking, and coming back for more.

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s s ’ ’ e e n n i i t t n n e e ll a a V V y y a a D D s s l l a a i i t t n n e e s s s s E E A Valentine’s Classic: Steak Worth Falling For This Valentine’s Day, give your guests a reason to fall in love with your menu. Steak remains a top choice for romantic dining; timeless, indulgent, and perfect for sharing a memorable night out. Featuring Ranahan Ranch steaks allows you to deliver consistent quality, bold flavor, and a premium experience your customers expect on one of the year’s busiest dining occasions.

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PFG ITEM #

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK / SIZE

136108

RANRNCH

BEEF TNDRLN FIL CH C/C SLVR/OFF

20/8 OZ

966316

PERF CAB

BEEF ANG STRIP STK BNLS C/C

20/10 OZ

241126

PERF CAB

BEEF TOP SIRLOIN STK FIL PRIME

20/8 OZ

1023362

RANRNCH

BEEF WAGYU RIBEYE STK BNLS L/ON

14/12 OZ

296025

ALGNCECM

PORK CHOP C/C B/I ALLEGIANCE

10/16 OZ

Scallops Elegant, flavorful, and often associated with celebratory dining, scallops are a go-to choice for couples looking to elevate their evening.

Featuring beautifully seared scallops on your Valentine’s menu adds a touch of sophistication that guests seek on a night meant for romance.

PFG ITEM #

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK / SIZE

888874

EM TREAS

SCALLOP 10-20 DRY IQF USA

2/5 LB

888875

EM TREAS

SCALLOP U-10 DRY IQF USA

2/5 LB

Lobster tail Guests associate lobster with romance, celebration, and indulgence, making it a natural choice for special-occasion dining. Offering lobster tail allows restaurant owners to elevate their Valentine’s menu, drive higher check averages, and deliver the upscale experience guests expect on one of the year’s most important dining nights.

PFG ITEM #

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK / SIZE

409854

BAYWINDS

LOBSTER TAIL COLD 6-7 OZ FZ USA

1/10 LB

409861

BAYWINDS LOBSTER TAIL COLD WATER 4 OZ USA

1/10 LB

409866

BAYWINDS

LOBSTER TAIL COLD 5-6 OZ FZ USA

1/10 LB

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Valentine’s Day is a prime moment to spotlight desserts as a must-order finale.

Guests are far more likely to indulge in something sweet when celebrating, making desserts a key driver of check average and guest satisfaction. Featuring Sweet Encore desserts such as rich chocolate cake, classic cheesecake, and indulgent Roma tiramisu allows restaurant owners to offer familiar favorites with a premium touch, encouraging add-on orders and leaving guests with a lasting impression at the end of their Valentine’s experience.

SWEET ENCORE Dark Chocolate Layer Cake, DP, 10 IN 609926........2/14 SL

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SWEET ENCORE Mini Red Velvet Cake 609903.........24/5.6 OZ

ROMA Tiramisu Tray 231855.......2/4.25 LB

SWEET ENCORE New York Cheesecake, 10", 14 CT 485669.........2/4 LB

SWEET ENCORE Chocolate Lava Cake, FZ 468288.........24/4 OZ

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SEAFOOD SPOTLIGHT Seafood stays winning on menus year round, and January rolling into February opens an even bigger lane with Lent on the horizon.

Customers start looking for lighter options, caterers prep for seafood-heavy menus, and operators who plan ahead can easily tap into that demand.

It’s the perfect moment to spotlight reliable, high-quality seafood that keeps guests coming back.

PFG ITEM #

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK / SIZE

565032

WRLDDCK

SALMON PORTN 6 OZ B/S FZ

1/10 LB

565034

WRLDDCK

SALMON PORTN 8 OZ FZ

1/10 LB

462674

BAYWINDS SHRIMP WHI 16-20 HDLS/O RAW

4/5 LB

431637

BAYWINDS SHRIMP WHI 13-15 HDLS/O RAW

6/4 LB

78%

OF CONSUMERS WHO OBSERVE LENT EAT MORE SEAFOOD DURING THAT TIME LEADING UP TO EASTER*.

*Datassential, 2025

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Our World Dock salmon portions 565032 in 6 oz and 565034 in 8 oz give operators consistent, velvety cuts that work for everything from plated dinners to bulk catering. For more versatility, Bay Winds shrimp 462674 in 16–20 raw and 431637 in 13–15 raw offer that sweet flavor and firm bite chefs love for pasta dishes, tacos, bowls, and appetizer spreads.

Together, these items help build seafood menus that feel fresh, premium, and ready for the Lent rush. With strong demand, easy prep, and wide menu flexibility, this lineup gives operators a simple way to boost business and keep guests satisfied through the start of the year.

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HEAT THAT GOES THE DISTANCE No party wants cold queso or sad, lukewarm mac, and that’s where Leolight fuel options (529917 & 563970) come in clutch! The 2.5-hour blue gel is perfect for quick setups and high-turnover events, while the 4-hour screw-top wick fuel keeps your trays steaming through the entire game... overtime included. Together, these fuels lock in heat, keep service smooth, and make sure caterers don’t have to babysit the setup. When January and February are packed with sports, celebrations, and endless orders, this lineup is exactly what keeps every event running hot.

Game Day Workhorses for Every Crowd!

When the playoffs hit and everyone’s ordering trays on trays, these Silver Source full-size and half-size aluminum steam pans (353165 & 353166) become the real MVPs of any spread. They’re sturdy, heat-friendly, and built to handle everything from saucy wings to massive pasta trays without buckling under pressure. Paired with the First Mark aluminum lids (524801 & 524756), your food stays hot, secure, and ready to serve.

Whether it’s a Super Bowl house party, an office lunch, or a weekend catering run.

These pans don’t just carry food; they carry the whole vibe of game day.

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BOWLS BUILT FOR BIG CROWDS THIS WINTER

When January and February fill up with catering orders for office lunches, winter events, and football parties, these bowls and lids keep everything running smooth.

The World Centric 48 oz fiber bowl 1000742 with the clear lid 684652 is perfect for salads, grains, and warm sides customers love early in the year. For bigger game day portions, the CaterLine 320 oz black round bowl 870625 with the dome lid 230473 brings a sturdy, premium look for wings, pasta, chips, or large salads. Everything stacks well, travels clean, and shows up looking sharp, making these a must for busy winter catering.

PFG

BRAND

DESCRIPTION

PACK / SIZE

1000742

WRLDCENT

BOWL FIBER 48 OZ

4/75 CT

684652

WRLDCENT

LID BOWL CLR 36-64 OZ

4/75 CT

870625

CATERLIN

BOWL PLAS 320 OZ BLK RND 16"

1/25 CT

230473

CATERLIN

LID APB320DM RND DOME 16"

1/25 CT

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Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients: Peak Fresh Produce® Romaine Leaves- #245392 Peak Fresh Produce® Cabbage, shredded- #880514 Peak Fresh Produce® Carrots, shredded- #857184 Empire’s Treasure® Breaded Shrimp -#580956 Sauce drizzle, (sweet chili, spicy mayo, or coconut lime cream) Peak Fresh Produce® Onion(s), Green, diced#907545 Toasted sesame seeds, optional garnish Diced chilis, optional garnish

Instructions: Arrange fresh lettuce leaves on a plate or board.

Add a small handful of cabbage and carrots onto each leaf.

Top with a handful of country style breaded shrimp.

Drizzle with your choice of sauce and finish with green onions (optionally, with sesame seeds and diced chilis) and serve immediately.

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Bay Winds® Blackened Salmon Power Bowl

Ingredients:

1 ea. Bay Winds® salmon, 6 oz. portion- #529793 2 tbsp Magellan® Cajun seasoning- #628145 1 ea. Brilliance Pan Spray- #362592 1 1/2 tbsp Roma® Oil, Olive- #303381 2 cups Contigo® jasmine rice, prepared- #800628 1/2 tsp Contigo® seafood hot sauce- #163805 3 tbsp Peak Fresh Produce® Cilantro, minced- #855548 1 tbsp Contigo® Guacamole, chunky, for garnish- #625695 2 oz. Village Garden® Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing- #158915 1/4 cup Peak Fresh Produce® Lettuce, Romaine Hearts, chiffonade- #317277 1 tsp Peak Fresh Produce® Onion(s), Green, thinly sliced on the bias for garnish#907545 4 oz. Contigo® southwest fire roasted vegetable and corn blend- #149411 1/2 ea. Peak Fresh Produce® 5x6 tomato, cut into wedges- #878065 3 tbsp Peak Fresh Produce® Carrot(s), shredded- #857184 2 ea. Peak Fresh Produce® Cauliflower, blanched and broken apart- #867178 2 ea. Strawberry(ies), sliced, stem removed 1/4 ea. Peak Fresh Produce® Onion(s), Yellow, shaved- #867197 2 tbsp Contigo® Cheese, Queso Fresco Crumble, for garnish- #718403

Instructions: Spray each side of the fish with pan spray then coat with Cajun seasoning.

Refrigerate until service.

Whisk together the raspberry vinaigrette and seafood hot sauce then reserve.

In a bowl add cooked jasmine rice, chiffonade of romaine, cilantro, roasted vegetable and corn mixture, tomatoes, shredded carrots, cauliflower, strawberries, and shave yellow onion.

Pour in raspberry vinaigrette mixture and toss to coat.

Place in a pasta bowl sprinkle with queso fresco crumbles and top with the dollop of guacamole.

Warm olive oil in sauté pan over medium high heat or on griddle. Cook salmon for 3-4 minutes per side then remove from heat.

Place salmon on top of guacamole then sprinkle with green onion 14 and serve.