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Spring is in the Air at Southern Specialties

By Keith Loria April 12, 2022 Southern Specialties is a grower, importer, processor and shipper located in Pompano Beach, FL. The company imports a majority of its produce from the Americas, so it’s connection to Florida spring produce comes from its home for the most part. “What brought us to the table 31...

Holiday Season 2021

Holiday season is upon us and we always feel there is not enough time in the day to prepare our meals! Cooking for the family, and friends, can be stressful especially during the busiest time of the year. We are here to share delicious recipes that are simple...

Community Spotlight: Giving Back to Our Grower Communities

Southern Specialties works closely with our grower communities in actively supporting sustainability initiatives. We have focused on health, education, and natural resources for decades, long before it became a trend. Our company cares about giving back, it is part of our DNA. We strive to let people know our...

Inspiration for Your Thanksgiving Menu

Thanksgiving traditions are ramping up this year and we have much to be thankful for. We are here to share some specialty produce-inspired recipes to add some variety to the table and ensure a satisfying and flavorful holiday season for all....

Thanksgiving in 2020

This is the year for breaking traditions, and we’ve pulled together some of our favorite recipes to do just that while still getting in the Thanksgiving spirit. ...

Mothers’ Day a New Way

In these unique times let’s make Mothers’ Day truly unique. We can gather our families together to celebrate Mom in fun new ways. Gather the family together virtually for a beautiful Mothers’ Day dinner or lunch whilesharing an opportunity try a fun new version of family meals....

Coronavirus update

We want to let you know we are very aware of COVID-19 and its ramifications, and we are taking it very seriously. Our team is closely monitoring the status of the outbreak and its potential impact on the supply chain. We are closely following the recommendations of the...

Souper Foods

There’s nothing better than a hot bowl of soup on a cold winter day. To help keep you nourished through the rest of winter, we’ve put together some our favorite veggie-centric soup recipes....

Post-Holiday Recovery

Welcome to the New Year! Now that the holidays are over and we’re done celebrating with our favorite treats, drinks, and feasts, it’s time to reset. Although we all want to eat healthier in the new year, it can seem like a daunting and complicated mission....

It’s Party Time

Tis the season! …For lots and lots of parties. If you’re hosting this year, or in charge of supplying apps or snacks for a gathering you’ll be attending, there’s sure to be tough competition in the food department....

Thanksgiving Sides that Steal the Show (Sorry, Turkey!)

So you’ve been put in charge of supplying a side dish for Thanksgiving. The Turkey may be the star of Thanksgiving, but at Southern Selects, the sides are always our favorite part of the meal. This year, excite your guests with new additions to your menu or impress...

Sweet Summertime!

Summer dining is finally here! We’ve been dreaming of it all year, waiting patiently for the season that brings out all the grilled goodness and refreshing fruit and salad recipes. Summer entertaining is a breeze with the right recipes, so we’ve pulled together some of our favorites to...

Dinner for Your Valentine

Show someone how much you love and care for them. Make this Valentine’s day extra special by creating a delicious meal for (or with) your loved one. We’ve gathered some of our favorite menuideas to share with you. Go big for your main course, think steak, lobster, or whatever...

Game Day Apps for the Win

This game day, create an appetizer table more popular than the half time entertainment! To break out of the tired nachos and chips routine mix tradition with new favorites by enjoying new flavors and even bringing more veggies to the table. Your friends will be grateful for the...

What’s Cookin’ this Christmas?

It’s the most wonderful time of the year again! And what’s most wonderful about the holidays? The food, of course! We have gathered some beautiful and delicious menu inspirations for Christmas celebrations with family and friends. Here are some of our favorite ideas to get you in the...

Community Spotlight: Feeding South Florida

In the state of Florida alone, 1 in 7 people go hungry and 1 in 5 children go hungry. Southern Specialties is proud to be able to contribute to an organization dedicated to alleviating this unfortunate statistic. In collaborating with Feeding South Florida, we have found a great...

Baby Summer Squash

Summer is coming to an end, but it’s never too late to try more of the season’s delicious fresh produce. Have you checked summer squash off your summer cooking list? We at Southern Selects love our baby vegetables; and tender, flavorful baby squash are some of our favorites....

National Blueberry Month

It’s July! The month of Independence Day, summer sun, and… blueberries? Yes, July is National Blueberry Month! And we at Southern Specialties are big fans of celebrating this delicious berry. They are not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients. Blueberries are even known as a superfood for...

The Power of Plants

Plants, plants, plants! They are filled with so much goodness and have finally hit the spotlight within the past few years. We’re not talking about your cute, decorative house plants, but the kinds you should enjoy on a daily basis. Did you know there are several categories of...

Eat Well, Travel Right

Planning your summer vacation? Eating healthy, while traveling with your family, can be both difficult and expensive. We, at Southern Specialties, want you to enjoy healthy habits while saving some bucks during your travels this year!   For plane or train rides: Sick of the same old peanuts? Grab some...

Mother’s Day

We all love our moms. Sometimes it can be difficult to show them just how much. On Mother’s Day, we want to be sure to wow our moms and show them we appreciate all they’ve done for us. Creating a special day for our moms is all about...

Kitchen Inspiration

At Southern Selects spending quality time in the kitchen inspires us to use our fresh, delicious ingredients to create healthy meals. Quality ingredients are key to making delicious food, and a clean, organized kitchen helps inspire us to cook. Feel like your kitchen isn’t quite bringing out your...

18 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

At Southern Specialties, we promote greener practices whenever we can. Earth Day is just around the corner, on April 22nd, and our team would like to share the importance of this day and how, by making a few simple changes, we can all contribute to protecting the environment....

Easter Brunch

Easter is a fantastic occasion to enjoy delicious food with friends and family, and brunch is the perfect meal to go above and beyond for your guests. We have selected some of our favorite Easter brunch recipes, sure to wow! Anything with avocados is sure to be a hit...