New York, NY – October 15, 2025 – The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has selected UMIKAH’s Lime Yuzu Curd as a Finalist in the 2026 SOFI™ Awards, which honor the year’s most outstanding specialty food products.
“Being recognized as a SOFI Finalist is an incredible honor. It celebrates the creativity, persistence, and love behind every jar we make. This recognition renews our enthusiasm to keep spreading joy through our craft,” said Luciana Uchi Davidzon, Founder of UMIKAH.
UMIKAH is an artisanal brand crafting exotic, fruit-based curds and spreads in small batches. Each jar reflects the brand’s passion for authentic flavor, quality ingredients, and creative culinary expression.
Davidzon added, “We also extend our deepest gratitude to the Specialty Food Association, its members, and the judging team for this incredible recognition.”
The SOFI Awards (short for Specialty Outstanding Food Innovation) are widely regarded as the Oscars of the food world, celebrating culinary excellence and creativity among thousands of entries submitted each year.
For more information about UMIKAH and its award-winning products, visit https://www.umikah.com or follow @umikahnewyork (https://www.instagram.com/umikahnewyork) on Instagram.
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About UMIKAH
Founded by pastry chef and former business executive Luciana Uchi Davidzon, UMIKAH is a women-owned, New York–based artisanal brand inspired by global flavors and the art of mindful, creative cooking.
Combining her background in business and marketing with her culinary training, Davidzon created UMIKAH to bring the flavors of the world to American kitchens. The brand blends international inspiration with local ingredients to create something truly unique.
Its award-winning Lime Yuzu Curd, featuring yuzu — a prized lemon from Japan — embodies the brand’s spirit: a harmonious balance of brightness, craftsmanship, and culinary curiosity.
Handcrafted in small batches, UMIKAH curds are made for chefs, foodies, and home cooks who love exploring new flavors and innovating in their kitchens. Beyond being delicious spreads, theyre versatile ingredients that transform both sweet and savory dishes into something extraordinary.
Each jar is crafted with love and a touch of wanderlust.
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