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What is
your favorite
dish to eat
during the
holidays?
MEET THE STAFFER
S A N D R A A R C H E R
A C C O U N T S R E C E I VA B L E
M A N A G E R
Sandra Archer joined the
Specialty Food Association
in 1997 as a temp working in
the membership department
where she showcased new
applicants' products to the
Admissions Committee and
processed membership applications.
Shortly after, she became full-time staff
working in the finance department as an accounts receivable
specialist and now serves as manager of accounts receivable.
What is your favorite memory, experience,
or story from your time with SFA?
I can say that my favorite experience has been fulfilling my
obligation volunteering during "Embrace Hunger Relief
Months." I recall volunteering in October 2019 at a Mobile
Market in Washington Heights, where we distributed
fresh produce to market-goers. The line was so long and
as we started to distribute the food, the rain came pouring
down on us. We did not allow the rain to stop us from
doing what we do best as an association —helping.
Where were you born?
I was born in Jamaica, West Indies.
What is your fondest food memory?
My fondest food memory happened to be here at
SFA. It was my first time trying stuffed grape leaves
at a Lebanese restaurant with my co-workers.
Do you prefer to eat in or go out?
Although I am seen as an extrovert by family
and friends, the introverted half gets the better
of me at times and I prefer eating in.
Best piece of advice that you've been
given that serves you well?
Laughter is the best medicine.
What is one of the strangest
things you've ever eaten?
I'm not known to be a picky eater, however I did
find eating cow brain to be interesting.
What is your favorite food city?
My favorite city to enjoy food in is the Big Apple! With
so much to choose from and the inclusion of so many
dishes from different countries, I could never be bored.
pumpkin pie with
whipped cream
and cinnamon
