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Reed’s Spiced Apple Cider Brew

Oct 10, 2012 11:28 AM

I just love Reed’s all natural, sparkling Spiced Apple Cider for fall. This non–alcoholic beverage is made in small batches by expert brewmasters, combining fresh herbs, roots, spices and fruits to make a great holiday drink that will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
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Switchel Energy Drink

Oct 10, 2012 11:25 AM

What did we do before Gatorade and other electrolyte–boosting beverages? A drink called Switchel or Haymaker’s Punch was often the preferred option. It is thought to have originated from Oxymel, a concoction of apple cider vinegar, honey and water, dating back to the days of Hippocrates.
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Appenzeller Extra

Oct 10, 2012 10:28 AM

Whenever fall comes around, I always think about warm, hearty foods and rich alpine cheeses like Gruyere, Comte and even Emmentaler. But then I remember a little–known treasure that I always seem to forget about: Appenzeller. Known for its unique herbal brine washing, it is available in a variety of maturity levels, though we sell only the Appenzeller Extra: the best of the best.
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Harvest Menu in Our Coffee Bars

Oct 10, 2012 9:21 AM

Autumn is one of my favorite times of year in the Coffee Bar, because it means we bring back our popular Harvest Menu! These tasty fall offerings include our Pumpkin Latte, Pumpkin Chai, Pumpkin Freeze, Pumpkin Milkshake, Pumpkin Chai Freeze, Classic Apple Cider, and Harvest Hot Chocolate.
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Seasonal Treats from Our Bakery

Oct 10, 2012 9:13 AM

We’re headed into the holidays, which means it’s an extra–festive time in our bakeries! Our bakers are whipping up some seasonal treats that you won’t want to miss: check out what’s in store each month.
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Jack & Jason's Pancake Mixes

Oct 10, 2012 8:16 AM

Not only do Jack & Jason’s mixes make some exceptional pancakes and waffles, but by buying their products, you’re supporting our local community!
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Time for a Delicious Roast

Oct 10, 2012 7:48 AM

If you’re looking for a tasty beef roast for dinner, look no further than our meat departments. Our Fresh to Market Angus Beef is USDA Choice, Black Angus–breed cattle, which is consistently well marbled for tenderness and flavor. Our beef is also humanely grown in California, 100 percent natural, and minimally processed with no artificial ingredients or preservatives.
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Fall Gems

Health Note from Dr. Liz

Oct 9, 2012 2:24 PM

Butternut, acorn, spaghetti, delicata, turban and even pumpkin are just some of the many types of winter squash available in your produce section this time of year. While some of these squashes may look more like doorstops than good eats, in my opinion they are one of the most “perfect” gems in the produce aisle.
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Organic Winter Squash

Oct 9, 2012 2:15 PM

The winter squash harvest begins in early fall, and during this time, Mother Nature does not disappoint. The varieties, shapes and flavors are numerous, and several local farms harvest squash all winter long.
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Health Notes from Dr. Liz: Gluten-Free Eating

May 3, 2012 3:28 PM

More than a diet craze, gluten–free eating is mainstream among those looking to improve their health. The protein in wheat, called gluten, can wreak havoc for people suffering from celiac disease, a serious and debilitating inflammatory condition of the intestines. While very few people have true celiac disease (less than one percent of the population), more may suffer from less severe intestinal troubles such as gas and bloating that may possibly be triggered by gluten.
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Cake Pops Made Easy

May 3, 2012 3:26 PM

Instead of cupcakes at your next party, how about diving right into the latest trend in baked goods: cake pops! These scrumptious little treats are simple to make with Nordicware’s Cake Pops Baking Pan, which allows you to add your own creative stamp to these tiny cakes–on–a–stick.
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Juicy Juice

May 3, 2012 3:21 PM

Spring has definitely sprung, and we’re well on our way to summer—and if that means one thing for our Coffee & Juice Bars, it’s that some of the best produce is now in season and waiting to be turned into delicious, healthful juices!
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Tequila Lime Marinated Shoulder Filet

May 3, 2012 3:19 PM

Not sure what to throw on the grill this weekend? Try our Tequila Lime Marinated Beef Shoulder Filet. We marinate our Fresh to Market Angus Beef shoulder filet with our very own Fresh to Market Tequila Lime marinade. Our Fresh to Market Angus Beef is California Grown and USDA Choice grade beef, a tender and flavorful cut. Our tequila lime seasoning is gluten free and free of nitrites, nitrates, MSG and phosphates.
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Dried & Delicious Kiwi

May 3, 2012 3:15 PM

Ah, the ever so tiny and tempting dried kiwi fruit. We’re happy to introduce this bite–sized morsel as one of the newest additions to our bulk foods department. These dried kiwis are pealed, sliced, dehydrated and then given a small amount of sugar to offset their natural sourness—in other words, enjoy this tantalizing fruit without all the labor that usually goes into its preparation!
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Bard’s Gold American Lager

May 3, 2012 2:45 PM

For our guests who are gluten intolerant or who prefer to consume a gluten–free diet, Bard’s Gold American Lager provides an excellent gluten–free beer option. Brewed in Missouri, this refreshing and flavorful beer contains no wheat, barley, rye or oats, and we love that it boasts fuller flavor and richer aromas than other gluten–free beers.
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Garlic and Pepper Seasoned Burgers

May 3, 2012 2:42 PM

As summer approaches, nothing sounds better to me than cooking up a homemade, well–seasoned burger on my backyard grill. In our meat departments, we use our Fresh to Market signature seasonings, hand mixed with our 85 percent lean ground beef, to create delicious, hand–shaped burgers. Our most popular flavor is our Garlic and Pepper Seasoned Burger, a tasty patty that is gluten free and packed with flavor in every bite.
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Try a Little Prickly Pear with Your Tacos

May 3, 2012 2:41 PM

Kick your taco night up a notch with one of our favorite products from our tortilla section: Mi Abuelita Bonita Nopal Corn Tortillas. Nopal (also known as the “prickly pear,” or, more commonly, cactus) is a truly underrated vegetable—it’s high in both fiber and calcium, yet low in cholesterol, and it adds great flavor to these corn tortillas!
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For Your Amazing Dad

May 3, 2012 2:19 PM

If your dad likes to grill, may we suggest an aptly named Father’s Day gift? Specifically, Amazing Dad’s BBQ Sauce. All three flavors of this hearty sauce are naturally sweetened with organic honey, and they are also gluten free.
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A Pie for Pops!

May 3, 2012 2:04 PM

For many of our guests, Father’s Day is a great reason to get the whole gang together for a good, old–fashioned cookout—complete with a good, old–fashioned pie to top off the fun! This Father’s Day, we’re offering our made–from–scratch 9–inch cream pies in crowd–pleasing flavors including banana, chocolate and coconut.
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The Placer County Real Food Cookbook, Signed by the Author!

Mar 28, 2012 12:22 PM

For devotees of the local food movement, Nugget Markets has a special opportunity in store. Local author Joanne Neft will be signing her cookbook, The Placer County Real Food Cookbook, in our Roseville store on April 7 and 14. An advocate of eating locally, Joanne’s book incorporates recipes that use the best of what we can find at our area farmers’ markets.
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