Whole Foods Market has officially opened its 12th New York City store in Harlem.
Located at 100 West 125 Street, the 40,000 square foot store opened with vendor demonstrations, giveaways and other promotions.
Whole Foods noted that consumers can purchase 20 Harlem-associated brands at the store including spices and rubs from Sylvia’s, Egunsi Foods’ packaged West African soups, Vy Higginsen’s Mama’s One Sauce, the Harlem Pie Man’s six-inch pies and Ginjan’s traditional African beverages.
“We are thrilled to serve the historic and vibrant Harlem community, where I personally have many fond childhood memories,” said Damon Young, Whole Foods Market Harlem store team leader. “Our many Harlem community partners have helped us create a wonderful store that enables us to provide local jobs, support community artisans and serve Harlem residents with the highest quality natural and organic foods.”
