What Chefs Want!

We had a blast hosting the Café Lou Lou chefs for a warehouse tour, giving them a firsthand look at where the magic happens! Joe Bonura did an incredible job showcasing our seafood program and more, giving our chefs the inside scoop on the freshest ingredients headed to their kitchens. We love bringing chefs behind the scenes—it’s all about connection, quality, and making sure they get exactly What Chefs Want!

The produce market is seeing significant price increases on leafy greens, broccoli, cauliflower, and tomatoes. Tomatoes have seen a major spike, while watermelon prices are going down as the Florida season starts. Onion prices are plentiful with prices down. Avocado prices remain high due to the uncertainty of potential tariffs. #produce #producemarketreport #cheflife

?? Grate news, chefs! If you’re looking for cheese that’s big on flavor and ready to work in your kitchen, Cheese Merchants has you covered. Their cheeses are aged, bold, and packed for peak performance—whether you're topping pastas, perfecting pizzas, or crafting the ultimate sandwich. #cheese #cheflife #cheeselove

Spring’s First Flavors Are Here! ??? Nothing says spring menus like fresh morels, fiddlehead ferns, and the return of ramps! ???? These seasonal favorites are ready to bring that earthy, wild-foraged goodness straight to your kitchen. ?? Now Available: ?? Morels (#30911) – First of the season, earthy & delicious! ?? Fiddlehead Ferns (#30900) – The ultimate first bite of spring. ?? Coming Soon! Pre-Order Ramps (#22362) – Sustainably harvested by the Rootbound Farm crew! Get ‘em while they’re here—because spring flavors wait for no one! #springproduce #springmenu #cheflife

?? Behind the Scenes at Noble Springs Dairy! ?? We love getting out to connect with our producers and see firsthand where your ingredients come from. Noble Springs Dairy in Franklin, TN, run by Dustin & Justine Noble, is a family-operated farm crafting incredible farmstead goat cheese. With 70+ pasture-grazed goats, a manually operated milking process, and a 55-acre farm protected by The Land Trust for Tennessee, their cheeses have a bright, distinct flavor that reflects their commitment to quality and sustainability. ?? Chefs in our ?????????????? ???????????? can find their cheeses here: ?? Noble Goat Cheese (4lb) – Item #91236 ?? Noble Goat Feta (2lb) – Item #91390 #goatcheese #cheflife #tennessee

The produce market is pretty mixed, with some items like iceberg lettuce seeing price increases and others like romaine, green leaf, and broccoli remaining steady. There are supply chain issues impacting grapes, avocados, and limes while the weather in California is causing pricing and quality concerns for berries and citrus. #producemarket #produce #cheflife

Connecting Chefs with the Craft Behind Capriole! Our Louisville Customer Advocates hit the road with Sam from Capriole, introducing him to the chefs who know and love their incredible handcrafted goat cheese. Since 1988, Capriole has been making some of the finest artisan cheeses in Greenville, Indiana, and now our chefs get to put a face to the products they use every day. Want to bring Capriole to your menu? Search “Capriole” at What Chefs Want and explore our selection! #cheese #cheflife #louisville

That’s a Wrap on the Colorado Restaurant & Bar Show! ????? What an incredible time in Denver connecting with chefs, restaurant pros, and some of our favorite vendors! From oysters and caviar to tartare and fresh produce, we kept the crowd coming back for the best of the best. Our Denver team is leaving the show more excited than ever to continue serving Colorado chefs with exceptional ingredients, service, and support. Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by! #colorado #coloradochef #cheflife

Our 10K OTR seafood vac bags are a game changer for keeping fish at its best! ???? These special bags let fillets breathe without letting water in, meaning your seafood stays perfectly iced without losing quality. ?? Better protection = longer shelf life = less waste. That’s a win for chefs! ?? #seafood #cheflife

We love seeing how chefs take our products and turn them into something truly special—like this Wild Striped Bass that Old Oyster Factory in Hilton Head used for a dinner special. Topped with andouille cream sauce and served with marble potatoes, lemon garlic broccolini, and herb butter, this dish looks like an absolute showstopper. ?? ?? Keep tagging us in your creations—we’re always excited to see what’s coming out of your kitchens! #cheflife #freshcatch #freshseafood #hiltonhead