There is something almost elemental about the way salt transforms a dish — the way a single crystalline pinch can lift a sauce, finish a steak, or turn a simple slice of ripe tomato into something you want to talk about for days. This summer, A Taste of New York is making that alchemy the centerpiece of one of its most anticipated segments of the season, bringing viewers inside the celebrated Sandbar Restaurant in Cold Spring Harbor, Long Island, for an up-close look at Ocean Root and their exquisite line of Fleur de Sel sea salt blends.
A Taste of New York airs every Wednesday at 7pm on the Spectrum Cable TV system throughout New York, and has built a devoted following among the city's most engaged, discerning viewers — the upscale, educated, culturally curious audience that doesn't just watch food television, it lives it. The show's reach extends well beyond the television screen, with featured segments amplified across a robust social media ecosystem including Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, X, Pinterest, and the program's own destination website, www.TasteofNY.com. When A Taste of New York shines a light on a product, that spotlight carries real weight.
And Ocean Root has earned it.
In a segment that perfectly captures the spirit of the season, the show's production team headed out to Sandbar Restaurant — a gem on the North Shore of Long Island that has become synonymous with elevated coastal dining. The setting alone tells a story: the waterfront ambiance of Cold Spring Harbor, the warmth of a restaurant that takes its craft seriously, and the sizzle of a kitchen helmed by a chef at the very top of his game. Chef Julius Miranda, whose culinary philosophy is rooted in both technical precision and genuine hospitality, led the segment with the ease and confidence of someone who has found exactly the right ingredients to work with.
Chef Miranda and Sandbar Restaurant are no strangers to recognition. Both have been named winners in the prestigious Four Leaf Best of Long Island 2026 Awards — a distinction that speaks volumes about the quality and vision being executed in that kitchen every service. It is precisely this caliber of culinary partner that makes the Ocean Root collaboration so fitting.
Ocean Root's Fleur de Sel sea salts are not pantry staples in the ordinary sense. Fleur de Sel — the "flower of salt," hand-harvested from the delicate surface layer of salt ponds — is among the most prized finishing salts in the world, celebrated for its moist, flaky crystals, its clean mineral flavor, and its extraordinary versatility. What sets Ocean Root apart is their inspired collection of Fleur de Sel Blends, each one a distinct culinary passport. The French Blend brings classic Provençal elegance to the table, a natural companion to roasted vegetables, butter-basted proteins, and artisan breads. The Italian Blend evokes the sun-drenched herbs of the Mediterranean, perfect for finishing pastas, grilled seafood, and antipasto spreads. For those who crave warmth and complexity, the Curry Blend adds an aromatic, golden depth that transforms everything from roasted cauliflower to grilled chicken. And for lovers of bold, smoky American flavor, the Texas Smokey Chipotle Blend delivers a slow-burning, wood-kissed heat that is made for summer grilling — ribs, brisket, corn on the cob, and beyond. These Fleur de Sel blends also shine as elegant cocktail glass rim salts, adding a gourmet finishing touch to a margarita, a Bloody Mary, or any craft cocktail that deserves a little extra flair.
Ocean Root rounds out their collection with two remarkable Mix of Spices — must-have additions to any well-appointed table that are as versatile in the kitchen and bakery as they are in the glass. The Golden Milk blend is a warm, turmeric-forward mix celebrated for its anti-inflammatory properties, lending its earthy, soothing character to lattes, smoothies, baked goods, and savory dishes alike. The Cinnamon Delight blend is a fragrant, gently spiced mix known to support healthy digestion, equally at home stirred into a morning drink, dusted over oatmeal, folded into a cake batter, or used to finish a slow-braised dish with a whisper of sweetness. Together, these two blends speak to Ocean Root's broader philosophy: that what we season our food with should nourish us as much as it delights us. Explore the full collection at www.ocean-root.com.
The timing of the segment could not be more deliberate. Summer in New York — whether you're hosting on a Fire Island deck, gathering around a backyard table in the suburbs, or setting an alfresco spread in the Hamptons — is defined by entertaining. And Ocean Root's Fleur de Sel blends are, as the segment showcases, a true entertainer's secret weapon: effortlessly elegant, deeply flavorful, and immediately impressive to any guest who knows what they are looking at. A finishing salt of this caliber tells your guests something about how much you care.
The segment makes the case that great summer entertaining doesn't have to be complicated — it has to be considered. The right ingredients, the right sourcing, the right touch. With four distinctive Fleur de Sel blends, two wellness-minded spice mixes, and a collection that moves seamlessly from cocktail hour to the dessert course, Ocean Root has built a lineup that meets every moment of a summer gathering, from the first sip to the last bite.
For Fancy Food Association members and specialty food retailers, the A Taste of New York segment represents both a compelling consumer story and a meaningful market signal. When a show with this audience reach — active, affluent, influential New Yorkers who are already seeking out premium products — devotes screen time and social media real estate to a specialty salt and spice brand, the industry would do well to pay attention.
Watch for the Ocean Root Fleur de Sel feature on A Taste of New York, Wednesday at 7pm on Spectrum Cable TV in New York, and follow along on the show's social platforms for behind-the-scenes content from Chef Julius Miranda's kitchen at Sandbar Restaurant in Cold Spring Harbor. For more information about the show, visit www.TasteofNY.com, and explore Ocean Root's full range of artisan sea salt blends and spice mixes at www.ocean-root.com.
Summer has never tasted so good.
For media inquiries, product information, or retailer partnerships related to Ocean Root Fleur de Sel sea salts and spice blends, visit www.ocean-root.com. For segment scheduling and sponsorship information, visit www.TasteofNY.com.