Fossil Farms
Ben Del Coro’s career in food spans 30+ years, having worked in restaurant kitchens throughout New Jersey, New York City and New Mexico before joining Fossil Farms as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. He also founded and manages the Sparta Farmers Market, New Jersey’s premier farmers market.
Having had his roots in Appalachia from Maine to New Jersey, he has spent decades studying and eating the food of Appalachia. He has a unique perspective on the intersections of local and global food supply chains and offers insight into how we can make better choices in our daily lives that have a broad impact on the environment, localized economy, and our health.
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Celebrate Jacques' 90th Birthday! Join Chef Chris Follari and a wonderful gathering of local farmers, artists, chefs, artisans, and foragers as we come together to celebrate Jacques' incredible 90th birthday! This exciting evening promises great food, lively music, and a sense of community. Guests will have the opportunity to sample a delightful variety of dishes crafted from ingredients grown or foraged right here in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in delicious flavors while celebrating a remarkable milestone with friends and neighbors!