New York City, June 23, 2023 - SUMMER FANCY FOOD SHOW - BOOTH 6209 - Ruth Harrigan, the owner of HoneyGramz, shares the remarkable story of her venture into beekeeping, which ultimately resulted in a flourishing career and prestigious accolades, including the recent GOLD SOFI Award for the Best Sweetener and the 2022 SOFI Award for Best New Sweetener. HoneyGramz has become renowned for its diverse range of honey products, carefully crafted with love and passion for bees.
Harrigan's journey began over a decade ago when her daughter expressed a desire for a dog on her 9th birthday. Recognizing the impracticality of owning a dog due to her full-time job, Harrigan and her husband made a decision that would change their lives forever - they opted for chickens instead. However, their quest for knowledge on raising chickens led Harrigan to an unexpected discovery.
While researching online, Harrigan stumbled upon a petition advocating for the legalization of beekeeping in New York City. Intrigued by this unfamiliar concept, she delved deeper into the world of beekeeping and soon recognized the vital role bees play in pollination. Motivated by her newfound understanding, Harrigan signed the petition and embarked on a beekeeping class, eventually contributing to the successful legalization of beekeeping in March 2010.
Initially, beekeeping served as a fulfilling hobby for Harrigan, but a subsequent layoff from her finance job prompted her to seize the opportunity and transform her passion into a full-fledged career. Since then, HoneyGramz has thrived, starting with a single product and gradually expanding to offer a wide range of honey varieties sourced from small apiaries across the United States.
The hallmark of HoneyGramz’s success lies in its acclaimed creamed honey line, featuring 14 exquisite flavors meticulously blended by hand. Each jar of honey reflects the dedication and care Harrigan and her team pour into their craft. The recently awarded Elderberry Honey, recognized as the 2023 SOFI GOLD Winner [Sweetener Category], exemplifies the exceptional quality and innovation synonymous with HoneyGramz. In addition, the Chocolate Pomegranate Honey received the prestigious 2022 SOFI Award for Best New Sweetener Product, further highlighting the brand’s commitment to culinary excellence.
The SOFI Awards, an abbreviation for Specialty Outstanding Food Innovation, symbolize the celebration of culinary excellence and creativity. Harrigan and her team at HoneyGramz are honored to receive this prestigious recognition, solidifying their position as pioneers in the honey industry. The judges were captivated by the remarkable flavor profile and exceptional quality of both the Elderberry Honey and the Chocolate Pomegranate Honey.
HoneyGramz invites you to explore their exquisite range of honey products, exemplifying the harmonious relationship between bees and their environment. From the humble beginnings of a dog request that led to the fascinating world of beekeeping, Ruth Harrigan's extraordinary journey showcases the remarkable outcomes that can arise from unexpected paths.
For more information or to sample the award-winning honey products, please visit www.honeygramz.com.
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