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Pronto is delighted to announce the addition of El Sur Empanadas to its neighborhood marketplaces featuring local Bay Area purveyors at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). El Sur brings the authentic flavors of Argentina to the heart of San Francisco, with each empanada handmade daily using locally sourced ingredients and family recipes.

El Sur is the passion project of Marianne Despres, a first-generation American with roots in Argentina and France, who left her corporate life to study as a chef at Le Cordon Bleu and work in top kitchens such as Potel et Chabot and The French Laundry. After running a successful catering business in the Bay Area specializing in fine French cuisine, Marianne realized she most enjoyed cooking and sharing the food she grew up with, specifically the empanadas from her childhood.

“With El Sur, I wanted to create a company that was a true reflection of my personal history and experience,” she says. “I grew up making and eating empanadas with my family, including my mom, grandmothers and aunts. Every filling in an El Sur empanada is rooted in that history, inspired by a person, a place, or an experience that holds meaning. It’s incredibly meaningful to bring that story, crafted into every empanada, to travelers from around the world.”

El Sur started as a beloved Bay Area food truck and has since grown into a recognized purveyor of artisanal, Argentinian-style empanadas across the region. El Sur put great care into developing a menu to please a variety of palates. Their empanadas are celebrated for their rich fillings made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients from Northern California, then gently folded in delicate handmade pastry and baked until they are warm, flaky and golden. Three flavors of empanada are now available at Pronto SFO locations, including the vegetarian Verde empanada, the Champiñones empanada made with a mushroom medley, delicate spices and provolone, and the Breakfast Verdura empanada made with eggs, braised greens, potato and goat cheese.

Pronto’s collaboration with El Sur brings yet another celebrated local brand to SFO, offering travelers an opportunity to experience authentic Argentinian flavors on the go. “At Pronto, we’re committed to featuring local brands that bring authentic, world-class flavors to our guests,” said Preston Stohs, Director of Operations at Pronto. “El Sur’s dedication to quality and craft aligns perfectly with our vision to elevate the travel experience with the best of the Bay Area.”

Pronto has four locations at SFO: Terminals 1C, 3E, and 3F, along with the Pronto GoGo! mobile marketplace in Terminal 2 baggage claim.

For more information about El Sur Empanadas, visit elsursf.com. To learn more about Pronto and its featured purveyors, visit prontoprovisions.com or follow us on Instagram at @pronto_provisions.

Pronto is pleased to announce the addition of DripDrop Hydration, the fast-growing electrolyte drink mix, to its curated selection of locally sourced products available at its San Francisco International Airport (SFO) locations.

DripDrop provides superior hydration that works faster and more effectively than water alone, making it the perfect companion for the traveler on the go. It was developed by San Francisco local Dr. Eduardo Dolhun while on humanitarian aid missions, to provide the fastest possible hydration to those in need. Its ORS (oral rehydration solution) science-based formula activates a hydration shortcut, accelerating fluid and electrolyte absorption. Their unique formula delivers fast hydration with 3 times more sodium electrolytes and half the sugar of the leading sports drink, plus essential vitamins for optimized daily hydration and wellness. And unlike other electrolyte drink mixes, it tastes great.

“At Pronto, we understand the importance of staying hydrated, especially while traveling,” said Benedikt Reifler, Chief Financial Officer at Pronto. Reifler actually discovered the product when playing tennis and was so impressed with the taste and health benefits that he recommended carrying them as a Featured Purveyor. “We’re thrilled to partner with DripDrop to bring their innovative and effective hydration solution to our travelers. DripDrop pairs perfectly with our refillable Path water bottles, offering travelers and flight crews a convenient and eco-friendly way to stay hydrated on the go.”

In addition to providing fast hydration for exercise, heat, travel, wellness, and performance, DripDrop is a Public Benefit Corporation, committed to defeating dehydration. Every purchase generates life-saving donations and hands-on support across the globe.

Pronto partners with purveyors from the San Francisco Bay Area’s many distinct neighborhoods to offer a curated menu of specialty local provisions. Featuring an array of ready-for-departure meals, drinks and sundries, Pronto has four SFO locations: In Terminals 1, 3E, 3F, and the Pronto GoGo! Mobile marketplace in Terminal 2 baggage claim.

Pronto travelers can now pick up four flavors of DripDrop electrolyte drink mixes at SFO: watermelon, berry, lemon, and orange. They’re served alongside other locally sourced products from beloved purveyors like Urban Remedy, Indian Bento, Jambar, Burma Love, and Daybreak Vietnamese Coffee. DripDrop and Pronto’s refillable water bottles from Path, containing 20.3 fl oz of 100% responsibly and locally sourced purified water with electrolytes, are a perfect match to keep you hydrated throughout your journey.

For more information about DripDrop Hydration, please visit www.dripdrop.com.
To learn more about Pronto and its featured purveyors, visit prontoprovisions.com or follow us on Instagram at @pronto_provisions.

Pronto is pleased to announce the addition of Mammoth Bar to its lineup of featured purveyors at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Founded by Bay Area native Sivan Wilensky, Mammoth Bar is raising the bar for healthy, convenient snacks with its organic, raw, and sprouted bars that contain “no weird stuff.”

Mammoth Bar was created out of Sivan’s desire to offer a snack that not only tastes great but is also convenient and made with organic, minimally processed ingredients. Each bar is crafted from raw, sprouted ingredients that retain their natural nutrients, providing a powerful combination of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients.

“We wanted to create something that was not just organic but also raw and unprocessed,” Sivan explains. “Mammoth Bar are designed to be as far removed from unhealthy, processed foods as possible, putting us firmly in the ‘better for you’ category.”

Mammoth Bar cater to modern diets, including paleo, gluten-free, and high-protein lifestyles. Originally sold exclusively in gyms, the bars have since gained a wider following among health-conscious consumers who value quality and taste. Mammoth Bar has thrived thanks to the support of a knowledgeable customer base that appreciates the integrity of its products.

“We’ve been fortunate to have a loyal following that understands the difference between our bars and other options on the market,” Sivan says. “By choosing organic, our customers are not just supporting our business, but an entire community of organic farmers and suppliers, many of whom are local.”

With distribution in California, Oregon, Washington, and Arizona, Mammoth Bar has established a strong presence on the West Coast. As the brand continues to grow, Sivan is focused on expanding its reach to the East Coast, bringing the benefits of organic, raw, and delicious snacks to a broader audience.

Pronto offers SFO travelers a diverse selection of local provisions from Bay Area purveyors. With the addition of Mammoth Bar to Pronto’s curated selection, travelers at SFO can now enjoy these exceptional bars on the go, alongside other local favorites like Jambar, JustNosh, Urban Remedy, Indian Bento, Oodaalolly, Burma Love, Voila Juice, Esposto’s, and Green Beans Coffee.

Pronto has three locations at SFO, in Terminal 1, Terminal 3E, and 3F. The Pronto GoGo! mobile marketplace is also open at SFO’s Terminal 2 baggage claim level. Elsewhere, you can find Pronto at San Antonio International Airport in Terminal B.

For more information about Mammoth Bar, please visit mammothbar.com.

To learn more about Pronto and its featured purveyors, visit prontoprovisions.com or follow us on Instagram at @pronto_provisions.

Pronto is proud to announce the opening of its newest location at San Francisco International Airport, offering travelers an even greater selection of curated provisions and for the first time, a Green Beans Coffee full-service espresso bar! This new location, located in Terminal 1, continues Pronto’s mission to provide delicious, convenient, locally sourced food and drink options to airport travelers.

The new Pronto marketplace features an extensive menu of meals and beverages from popular San Francisco Bay Area purveyors, including Urban Remedy, Burma Love, Indian Bento, Oodaalolly, Daybreak Vietnamese Coffee, and Esposto’s Delicatezza. The highlight of this new location is the full espresso bar, which serves a full coffee and specialty coffee beverage service from local Featured Purveyor Green Beans Coffee. This includes premium brewed coffee, espresso based drinks, spiced chai, hot and cold organic teas, blended drinks and fruit smoothies. Popular favorites include Cold Brew, White Chocolate Mocha, and Spiced Chai Latte.

“We’re thrilled to expand Pronto’s footprint at SFO with our new Terminal 1 location that combines a Pronto and full service Green Beans Coffee in one store!” said Director of Operations Preston Stohs. “This store not only broadens the selection of ready-to-eat meals and snacks from our fantastic local purveyors, but it also introduces a full coffee bar, allowing travelers to enjoy all of the premium drink choices from Green Beans Coffee that were unavailable at our other stores. We’re excited to bring these high-quality, locally sourced options to even more travelers.”

Pronto partners with purveyors from the San Francisco Bay Area’s many distinct neighborhoods to offer a curated menu of specialty local provisions. The new Pronto location will rotate additional local purveyors through its offerings, ensuring that each visit provides fresh and exciting culinary experiences. Travelers can look forward to enjoying an array of ready-for-departure meals, drinks and sundries, as well as expertly crafted espresso drinks.

Pronto’s Terminal 1 location is the latest in its expanding presence at SFO, which includes full marketplaces in Terminal 3F and 3E. The Pronto GoGo! mobile marketplace is also open in SFO’s Terminal 2 baggage claim.

To explore Pronto’s offerings and find your nearest location, visit prontoprovisions.com, or follow on instagram.com/pronto_provisions

To learn more about Green Beans Coffee, visit greenbeanscoffee.com and follow on instagram.com/greenbeanscoffeecompany.

Pronto, Elevate Gourmet Brands’ leading grab n’ go marketplace, is thrilled to announce the addition of new certified organic salads sold in compostable bowls and Superfood Cookies from Urban Remedy to their curated selection of offerings. Urban Remedy, a long-standing Featured Purveyor at Pronto and a Certified B Corporation, continues its commitment to providing organic, plant-based, and nutrient-rich food that nourishes the body and supports overall well-being.

Among the exciting new additions are four vibrant salads: the Organic Rainbow Salad, Organic Vegan Caesar, Organic Soba Noodle Bowl, and Organic Macro Bowl. Each salad is meticulously crafted with the cleanest, certified organic ingredients sourced locally to ensure the highest quality and freshness. These new offerings not only provide a delicious and convenient option for travelers but also align with Urban Remedy’s mission to make nutrient dense, healing food accessible to all.

“We are proud to partner with Pronto to bring our new salads and Superfood Cookies to travelers at SFO,” said Neka Pasquale, founder of Urban Remedy. “At Urban Remedy, we believe that food is healing, and we are committed to providing delicious, nutrient-rich foods that naturally lower inflammation and support overall health and vitality. We’re excited to continue our partnership with Pronto and expand our reach to more individuals seeking clean, healing food options.”

In addition to the salads, Pronto is also introducing a selection of Urban Remedy’s gluten and sugar free, certified organic delicious cookies. Rich decadent grain-free Double Chocolate, grain-free crispy Chocolate Chip cookie made with almond flour, super seed blend and coconut, and an Oatmeal Raisin cookie packed with walnuts, coconut, chia and sesame seeds. Offering travelers a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies both the sweet tooth and the desire for clean, nutrient-dense ingredients.

“We are thrilled to introduce these new items from Urban Remedy to our customers,” said Elevate Gourmet Brands’ CEO, Brian Laliberte. “As a company dedicated to offering wholesome and nourishing options, Urban Remedy’s commitment to quality and sustainability perfectly aligns with our values. We are excited to continue our partnership and provide travelers with more delicious and health-conscious choices.”

Pronto’s commitment to offering a diverse selection of locally sourced, high-quality provisions is further strengthened by the addition of Urban Remedy’s new offerings. Pronto offers SFO travelers a diverse selection of curated provisions sourced locally from Bay Area purveyors. Urban Remedy is joined by Bay Area favorites like Indian Bento, Oodaalolly, Burma Love, Jambar, Voila Juice, Esposto’s, Green Beans Coffee, and Ladle & Leaf with delicious, unique ready-to-eat meals, beverages, and sundries for all tastes. There are currently three Pronto locations at SFO, in Terminal 3E and 3F, and the Pronto GoGo! mobile marketplace in T2 Baggage Claim. Another location is planned for Terminal 1 in the summer of 2024.

To learn more about Urban Remedy and their Food is Healing mission, visit their website at urbanremedy.com.

To explore Pronto’s offerings and find your nearest location, visit prontoprovisions.com, or follow on instagram.com/pronto_provisions

As May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Pronto is proud to honor and celebrate the rich cultural legacy and contributions of the AAPI community. This month, discover the culinary treasures of San Francisco’s AAPI heritage with local featured purveyors Daybreak Vietnamese Coffee, Indian Bento, Oodaalolly, Burma Love, and Epicurean Solutions.

“We are thrilled to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month by showcasing the incredible talents and contributions of our featured purveyors,” said Marketing and Design Lead James Garcia. “Each of these purveyors brings a unique perspective and culinary expertise to Pronto, allowing travelers to experience the rich tapestry of AAPI cuisine without even leaving the airport.”

Founded by lifelong friends Michelle Tu and Stanislav Kroll, Daybreak Vietnamese Coffee captures the essence of traditional Vietnamese coffee with its bold flavor and signature sweetness. Roasted with butter over an open wood-fire using 100% robusta beans from Dalat, Vietnam, Daybreak Coffee offers a memorable and authentic Vietnamese coffee experience.

Indian Bento is a sought-after purveyor of Bombay street food-inspired Indian delights, bringing an upscale twist to traditional flavors. Founded by Pashmina Ochani, Indian Bento’s ready-to-eat meals, including favorites like Saag Paneer Roti and Chana Masala Roti, are a testament to the vibrant culinary culture of Mumbai.

Oodaalolly is a rapidly growing AAPI-owned confections brand that creates award-winning chocolate exclusively using Philippine-sourced cacao. Founded by Swiss-Filipino-American entrepreneurs Hernan Lauber and Jeremy Burnich, Oodaalolly combines time-honored family recipes with Swiss techniques to produce chocolate that captivates the senses.

Burma Love, with locations in the Mission and Downtown San Francisco, has been bringing the flavors of Burma to the Bay Area for two decades. Burma Love Foods’ mission is to produce a full range of high quality and delicious Burmese food products to enable customers to enjoy the flavors of Burma Love.

Epicurean Solutions is known for its small-batch artisan salads with adventurous flavor profiles, bringing a fresh perspective to airport dining. With a focus on creativity and quality, Epicurean Solutions offers vegetarian travelers a taste of bold and exciting flavors in every bite.

Pronto partners with purveyors from the San Francisco Bay Area’s many distinct neighborhoods to offer a curated menu of specialty local provisions, and is proud to feature these AAPI purveyors in their two Terminal 3 stores. A third location is planned for Terminal 1 in the summer of 2024. The Pronto GoGo! mobile marketplace is open now in SFO’s Terminal 2 baggage claim level.

For more information about Pronto, visit prontoprovisions.com and follow on instagram.com/pronto_provisions.

To learn more about Daybreak Coffee, Indian Bento, Oodaalolly, Burma Love, and Epicurean Solutions, please visit their respective websites: enjoyadaybreak.com, indianbento.com, oodaalolly.com, burmalovefoods.com, and epicureansolutions.com.