Celery is a staple in professional kitchens around the world, adding a crunch when raw and a distinct yet mellow flavor to recipes. And when it comes to Dandy® celery, we offer so much more than great flavor. We’ve invested heavily in working alongside nature to perfect growing the sweetest, crispiest varieties available, and as a result we are a world leader in research and development for naturally bred, superior celery. If you’re a chef looking for a brand you can consistently trust to deliver on quality – look no further! Here are 6 reasons to choose Dandy® fresh-cut celery:

1. 100% Usable Product, Eliminating Waste

Fresh-cut celery comes packaged with any unusable parts removed – meaning you get more bang for your buck and you aren’t having to throw out parts like the base of the celery. No matter what your needs are – sliced, diced, tall sticks or small sticks, our fresh-cut options are ready to use with no waste involved.

2. Uniform Petiole Size Yields More Pieces Per Pound

When it comes to a traditional stalk of celery, the size of each piece or petiole decreases as you get closer to the center. Our fresh-cut celery is bred so that the petioles are uniform in size. This means that by buying fresh-cut, you get more celery per pound!

3. Year-Round Availability

Our research and processes give us the capability to grow in different regions of the United States without compromising the deliciously sweet flavor your customers enjoy. This means we’re able to grow and ship celery year-round, so you don’t need to worry about availability and constant menu changes.

4. Reduces Labor Costs

We’ve already done the hard work for you. Fresh-cut celery is just that: freshly cut and ready for you to incorporate into your dishes without the added labor that comes with prep time. In the kitchen – every second counts!

5. Lowers Freight and Storage Costs

We have our own in-house freight experts, which means that not only do we have our own trucking fleet, but we have developed direct relationships with various trucking companies. Our consistent truck supply means on-demand deliveries and excellent customer service.

6. Trust Quality, Safety and Service

We have been growing, shipping and marketing fresh fruits and vegetables for more than 90 years, and we are the largest grower and processor of fresh-cut celery in the world. From seed selection to transplant, growing, harvesting, processing and shipping, Duda ensures best practices to deliver unmatched freshness and quality to customers nationwide.

Do you have additional questions on purchasing, handling and creating memorable menus featuring fresh celery? Please give us a shout and let’s talk stalk.