Saks Fifth Avenue and Pusateri's Fine Foods partner for in-store food halls in Canada

NEW YORK, Oct. 23,  2014 /CNW/ - Saks Fifth Avenue announced today that Pusateri's Fine Foods will be the operating partner for the Saks food halls in Canada. With a distinguished reputation of excellence and a passion for fine foods, Pusateri's will play a key role in executing Saks Fifth Avenue's food hall installations, beginning with the Toronto Eaton Centre and Sherway Gardens locations, both opening in Spring 2016.

"We are thrilled to partner with Pusateri's as our food purveyor for the exciting launch of Saks Fifth Avenue in Canada," said Richard Baker, Governor and CEO, Hudson's Bay Company. "With their high standard of quality and exceptional selection of fine foods, Pusateri's will help to deliver an elevated customer experience synonymous with the Saks Fifth Avenue brand." 

Saks Fifth Avenue's food hall installations will create a distinctive food experience for Saks Fifth Avenue customers through several sophisticated offerings, including specialized sit-down food options, incomparable products, and a variety of engaging culinary stations – all showcased within a fresh and modern atmosphere.

"Pusateri's is delighted to be working with Saks Fifth Avenue to operate the food hall installations for the world-renowned luxury retailer's Canadian expansion," says Frank Luchetta, President, Pusateri's Fine Foods. "Saks Fifth Avenue's superior dedication to exceptional quality and first-class customer service reflects the commitment to client care Pusateri's holds at its core."

About Saks Fifth Avenue

Saks Fifth Avenue, one of the world's pre-eminent specialty retailers, is renowned for its superlative American and international designer collections, its expertly edited assortment of handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts, and the first-rate fashion expertise and exemplary client service of its Associates. As part of the Hudson's Bay Company brand portfolio, Saks operates 39 full-line stores in 22 states, five international licensed stores, 80 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores and saks.com, the company's online store.

About Pusateri's

World-renowned for exceptional products, superior quality, and customer service, Pusateri's has built an exceptional reputation as one of the best fine food shops today. Pusateri's staff has traveled the globe in search of the unknown, with the determination and desire to share their passion for food. Family-owned and operated for over 50 years, Pusateri's remains a one-of-a-kind shopping destination for food enthusiasts.

SOURCE: Saks Fifth Avenue

SAKS CONTACT: Caroline McDonald, PR Director, 212.940-5582, [email protected]; PUSATERI'S CONTACT: Shawn Rusich, Director, Public Relations, Contact: 416.822.5266, [email protected]