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Redefining Decadence with Salty + Sweet Vegan Treats: Vêsucré’s Plant de Crème, a Sustainable Delight Crafted by Neurodiverse Makers in Upstate NY

Redefining Decadence with Salty + Sweet Vegan Treats: Vêsucré’s Plant de Crème, a Sustainable Delight Crafted by Neurodiverse Makers in Upstate NY

New York City and Oneonta, NY – (June 18, 2024) Vêsucré is excited to announce its participation in the 2024 Summer Fancy Food Show, where it will introduce its signature Plant de Crème, a single-serve creamy frozen dessert that redefines decadence with its perfect balance of salty and sweet. Crafted sustainably by makers with neurodiversities in Upstate NY, Plant de Crème showcases Vêsucré's commitment to inclusivity and zero-waste production.

"The Summer Fancy Food Show is the premier product discovery event for the specialty food industry, and this year’s event puts even greater emphasis on what’s new and innovative in food and beverage,” said Bill Lynch, president, Specialty Food Association. “We’re thrilled that Vêsucré will be among the exciting makers sharing their delicious, high-quality products with Show attendees.”

Each year, thousands of industry professionals attend the Summer Fancy Food Show for product discovery, trendspotting, networking, and education. The 68th Summer Show will feature more than 180,000 specialty foods and beverages from global makers, as well as hot trends from the SFA Trendspotter Panel, category-specific pavilions, the new Debut District featuring first-time exhibitors, brand-new products, incubators, and startups; the sofi Awards Gala celebrating the winners of sofi, Lifetime Achievement, Leadership, and Hall of Fame Awards, education sessions for professionals at every stage of their business journey, and more. Sample Vêsucré Plant de Crème at booth IV2 located in the Debut District.

"We are redefining decadent desserts with our Plant de Crème, combining sustainability and inclusivity in every bite," said Sarah Hartmann, CEO and Founder of Vêsucré. "Our desserts are not only vegan and delicious, but they also support individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in our community.”

“We’re proud to count Vêsucré as a member of the New York State Center of Excellence for Food and Agriculture at Cornell AgriTech (CoE),” said CoE Business Development Manager Mark Scoville. “Their innovative products and commitment to their community serve as an inspiration for entrepreneurs across New York state and beyond.”

The Show runs June 23-25 at the Javits Center in New York and is open only to qualified members of the specialty food trade, industry affiliates, and media. For more information, visit https://www.specialtyfood.com/shows-events/summer-fancy-food-show/.

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About Vêsucrê:
Vêsucré, based in Central New York and pronounced “veh-SOOH-cray,” is a pioneering woman-owned company dedicated to crafting delectable plant-based desserts. Their signature product, Plant de Crème, is a single-serve creamy frozen dessert made sustainably by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Committed to inclusivity and zero-waste practices, Vêsucré redefines decadence with its unique blend of sweet and salty flavors. Recognized as the Otsego County Chamber of Commerce Breakthrough Business of the Year and a graduate of the New York State Center of Excellence for Food and Agriculture at Cornell AgriTech’s Food Spark Development Program, Vêsucré continues to make a positive impact through innovation, community engagement, and exceptional quality. Learn more at www.vesucre.com.

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