Imaginearth Inc. operates and distributes Fichi, an Italian-inspired fig-and-nut treat brand, and Little Valley Greens, which provides locally grown seasonal microgreen blends from New York's Hudson Valley.
FichiInspired by an Italian family recipe from Cosenza, Fichi makes fig-and-nut bites from just two ingredients. The Hudson Valley company uses California-grown figs and nuts to create naturally sweet snacks with no added sugar, a simple approach that works equally well for everyday snacking or a charcuterie board.WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY
Paleteria FernandezPaleteria Fernandez makes and distributes fruit paletas, ice cream and other frozen treats in New York, bringing the traditional Mexican paletería experience to its Port Chester and Mamaroneck shops. The family business has operated in New York since 2004, using recipes passed down from its parents, who learned them in Tocumbo, Michoacán—the birthplace of the La Michoacana paleta tradition. Its Mamaroneck location, opened in 2010, serves as the parent branch distributing products to other establishments.PORT CHESTER, NY
Rosati IceFrom a hand-cranked basement operation in West Philadelphia, Rosati Ice has made Italian ice since 1912 and today produces its smooth, naturally flavored frozen treats in Clifton Heights. Founded by Sam Rosati, the company calls itself the original Italian ice maker in the United States and has grown from horse-drawn wagons to a national brand serving schools, scoop shops and retailers. Its current line emphasizes dairy-free, nut-free and gluten-free recipes without artificial dyes, while its school program has made the cups part of cafeteria fundraisers and seasonal menus.CLIFTON HEIGHTS, PA
Purity Ice Cream CoFounded by Cornell graduate Leo Guentert in 1936, Purity Ice Cream makes small-batch ice cream in Ithaca, where the locally owned shop remains a Finger Lakes institution. Guentert began with natural ingredients and a drive to improve chocolate ice cream; today, Purity’s more than 30 flavors are scooped at its shop and shipped nationwide, with scratch-made bakery items and food served alongside them.ITHACA, NY