Just in time for the kickoff of the NFL season, Avocados From Peru, the New York Jets and ShopRite are joining forces for the first time ever, promoting health and fitness with a unique series of events highlighting the Jets favorite superfood, Avocados from Peru, which are available at Shoprite.
This is the first time that the NFL and the New York Jets have approved a major tie-in with a produce partner. With this one-of-a-kind partnership, the New York Jets, AFP and ShopRite, will collaborate on a variety of promotions, including a special television sweepstakes to win two VIP tickets to the Jets home opener Sept. 8, coveted AFP cookbooks, and one lucky contestant will hit it big and win their weight in avocados.
During the Jets home opener, ShopRite, Avocados from Peru and the New York Jets take on the world record challenge for the “largest bowl of guacamole” at the MetLife Stadium — the largest NFL stadium in the world with a capacity of 82,500 attendees. Shoprite will deliver the avocados for the worlds “largest bowl of guacamole” in a trailer it has designed especially for the big event.
During the game, football fans in attendance can enjoy complimentary avocado toppings at MetLife Stadium concessions and Cusco, the famed Avocados from Peru mascot, will hand out special prizes at random to guests.
“We are honored to be the New York Jets favorite superfood,” said Xavier Equihua, president and chief executive officer of the Peruvian Avocado Commission. “Our fan bases align remarkably well, so our partnership is a win-win for everyone.”
“We know that each year our shoppers and associates look forward to the start of the season and can’t wait to start tailgating with their favorite foods and dips, especially guacamole,” said Natalie Menza-Crowe, director of health and wellness at ShopRite. “We’re thrilled to participate in this event, which kicks off the season in a big way with one of the healthiest snacks around — guacamole.”
Peruvian avocados, served freshly sliced or smashed atop classic stadium flair, add a flavorful superfood twist to one of America’s favorite pastimes. With nearly 20 essential vitamins and minerals and no sodium or cholesterol, it’s no secret why Peruvian avocados are America’s favorite nutrient dense superfood.
