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Peter Napolitano (1945-2026) Grocer, chef. Peter Napolitano was born in Englewood, New Jersey, and died in Paramus, New Jersey. He was also known as ‘Produce Peter.’

Full Name

Peter "Produce Pete" James Napolitano Jr.

Locations

New York

Author's Timeline

1945

Birth

Peter James Napolitano Jr. was born in Englewood, New Jersey, on February 23, 1945.

1990s-2020s

Other Life Event

New York County: Mr. Napolitano, known as “Produce Pete,” appeared on a WNBC-TV news program from its Manhattan, New York, studio for more than 30 years.

1994

Literary Work

Produce Pete’s Farmacopeia: From Apples to Zucchini, and Everything in Between
Hearst Books
0688128475 / 978-0688128470
Nonfiction.

2023

Literary Work

They Call Me Produce Pete
SBC Consulting
979-8986988313
Food, memories, and cherished family recipes from America’s favorite expert on fruit and vegetables written with Susan Bloom.

2025

Literary Work

In the Kitchen With Bette & Produce Pete
Susan Bloom Consulting
979-8986988344
Nonfiction written with Bette Napolitano, and Susan Bloom.

2026

Death

Peter Napolitano died at a hospital in Paramus, New Jersey, on January 26, 2026.

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