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Got a Heart for Art?

Feb 19, 2014 9:37 AM

The winners have been chosen in the 2014 Children's Heart Art Challenge, sponsored by Nugget Markets in partnership with the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women program. We received more than 400 entries from local 4th and 5th grade students, and the winning masterpieces were chosen for each category.  Top prize for the category "What does a healthy heart look like to you?" goes to Giana McNamar, 5th grader at Buckeye Elementary School in Shingle Springs. Congratulations, Giana!

Art Imitates Life

Feb 18, 2014 4:05 PM

The winners have been chosen in the 2014 Children's Heart Art Challenge, sponsored by Nugget Markets in partnership with the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women program. We received more than 400 entries from local 4th and 5th grade students, and the winning masterpieces were chosen for each category.  Top prize for the category "What should you eat to keep your heart healthy and happy?" goes to Allison Doherty, 5th grader at Jackson Elementary School in El Dorado Hills. Congratulations, Allison!

Eat Like Crete

Feb 17, 2014 9:39 AM

The Mediterranean diet has received quite a bit of attention lately, and with a new year, we tend to explore healthy eating options in the wake of heavy holiday indulgences. Here at Nugget Markets delis, we’ve got delicious Mediterranean specialties to get you back on track. In keeping with the Mediterranean diet’s emphasis on vegetables and whole grains, we invite you to taste our Tuscan Chickpea Salad, our Sicilian Bean Salad, our Farro Salad with Arugula and Peas, our Greek Salad, and of course, our Signature Orzo with Prosciutto. Sw eet and Sour Mushrooms and Marinated Carrots really complete our selection of offerings, many of which are vegetarian or vegan as well.

White Lightnin'

Feb 16, 2014 7:38 AM

At Nugget Markets, white lightning definitely does strike twice with Ole Smoky Moonshine Cherries: fresh maraschino cherries packed in 100–proof moonshine, courtesy of Appalachian born and bred Ole Smoky Distillery ...

You're Lookin' a Little Paleo

Feb 13, 2014 8:16 AM

Unless you’ve been living in a cave somewhere, you’ve heard all about eating Paleo. Well, hunt and gather no more, as Julian Bakery’s Paleo Almond Bread and Paleo Coconut Bread are in our freezers!

A Heart for Art!

Feb 12, 2014 12:03 PM

The masterpieces are in and the judging has commenced in the 2014 Children's Heart Art Challenge!  We invited local 4th and 5th grade classes from schools near each of our stores to participate in our art contest, sponsored by Nugget Markets in partnership with The American Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign.

Celebrate National Froyo Day with a Local Froyo Sandwich... or Cup

Feb 6, 2014 10:06 AM

Culture Shock started out as a family-owned-and-opereated frozen yogurt shop in the Auburn/Grass Valley area. Now we've got their treats in our stores!

Seven Year Itch

Feb 3, 2014 10:23 AM

Cheddar has approximately 7 grams of protein per ounce (about 15% of the Daily Value). For a delicious way to get your protein try our newest cheddar, the Deer Creek Seven Year Proprietor’s Grand Reserve Cheddar.

Long Live the Republic!

Jan 31, 2014 8:42 AM

In 1992, a tea revolution began, sparked by The Republic of Tea (a socially and environmentally responsible business), with a mission to see splendid world teas “steaming in the cups of men, women and children everywhere.” Here, courtesy of The Republic of Tea, we bring you a glossary of teas for two (or more!). See a few you’d like to try? We serve The Republic of Tea selections by the cup at our coffee bar!

Tea Time

Health Notes from Dr. Liz

Jan 30, 2014 10:35 AM

Besides water, tea is by far the world’s most popular beverage. Tea drinking, a common ritual in many countries offering guests a welcome or an afternoon spot of relaxation, is also a good practice for your health. “Tea” tea (green, black, white and oolong—all from the same tropical Camellia sinensis plant) along with herbal teas come from plants, which contain powerful health boosting antioxidant compounds. Here’s a quick run down on tea types and benefits.