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Wine, Spirits, & Beer

Drink Pink this Summer

As a red wine drinker, I find that when I feel like something chilled on a warm day and turn to a Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, it seems as if there’s something missing. I’ve come to the conclusion that drinking pink is the only way to go.

The majority of rosé wines are made from a red grape varietal. A rosé is a wine that incorporates color from the grape skins, but not enough to qualify it as a red wine. ..read more

Produce

“A Kiwi a Day Keeps the Doctor Away”

Zespri Organic Green Kiwifruit are harvested in New Zealand in the Bay of Plenty, where the rich volcanic soil, high sunshine hours and regular natural rainfall provide a highly fertile environment. It takes over three years to prepare the soil and orchards to grow Zespri Organic Kiwifruit, and strict principles of organic production support healthy vines and healthy fruit.

Kiwifruit is a great-tasting superfood with a low glycemic index. The powerful combination of Vitamin C, actinidin, potassium and folate gives Zespri ..read more

Produce

Big Flavor Comes In Small Packages

Microgreens are a younger, tiny form of edible greens produced from various kinds of vegetables and herbs. They range in size from 1” to 1.5” including the stem and leaves. These little greens have a unique flavor profile that is more intense than their mature plant counterparts.

In addition, microgreens are proven to pack more nutrients than their adult counterparts*:

Because microgreens are harvested right after germination, they have all the nutrients they need to grow the mature plant. Microgreens like red cabbage, ..read more
Gluten Free, Specialties

New To Our Shelves: Top 10 for June 2014

Trends for June include pea protein, alternative grains, vegetables everywhere you look, and modern ingredient twists on classic favorites.

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1. Xumma Semi Sweet Cola Say “zuh-mah.” Xumma is a semi sweet cola, meaning it is much less sweet than what you’re used to. It has about half the sugar of the big cola brands, and no artificial sweeteners or ingredients. It starts with sparkling water, with just enough pure, natural cane sugar to complement the cola.

2. Luvo Flaxseed Crust ..read more

Specialties

New To Our Shelves: Top 10 for May 2014

The weather is warming up, so we’re enjoying new refreshing juices, smoothies, salsas and more.

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1. Udi’s Gluten Free Entrees Udi’s has done it again with their new entree meals made with gluten free and non-GMO pasta that retain texture with great taste. Just heat and serve for a delicious, convenient, gluten free meal anytime.

2. Everyone’s Hand Sanitizer Everyone’s new hand sanitizers are a natural, plant-based alternative with pure essential oils that clean your hands and refresh your senses. Available in ..read more

Wine, Spirits, & Beer

Can You Age A Beer?

At our last two tastings at Bay Area brew pubs, the topic of tasting older vintages came up. Kiley, our Craft Beer Expert, mentioned that he has stored bottles of Sierra Nevada Bigfoot. And Kasim of Palo Alto Brewing Company commented that his barley wine would taste even better after a few years of aging. We did research on aging beers since it was a new topic to many of us. The consensus among those who have written about it is ..read more

Wine, Spirits, & Beer

Artisanal Whiskey Selections

To fully enjoy the complex flavors of whiskey, first inhale the aromas with your mouth slightly open. Take a sip and hold it in your mouth a few seconds before swallowing. You’ll notice different nuances depending how you drink it – try it neat, on the rocks, or with a bit of water which can take the edge off the alcohol and make it smoother.

Gluten Free, Specialties

Gluten Free Brownie Ice Cream Bars

Stonewall Kitchen’s recipe developer is always hard at work in the kitchen testing out their products and works to create a tasty, unique recipe for each and every one. Although Stonewall Kitchen Gluten Free Brownie Mix makes a rich and chocolatey treat on its own, it also makes a great frozen dessert when paired with your favorite gluten free ice cream.

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Try this at your next dinner party – no one will notice the gluten is missing!

Bakery

Customize Brunch to Your Taste with 3 Variations on Brioche French Toast

Every brunch lover is unique, so we talked to our friends at Brioche Pasquier to dream up a few variations on French Toast that you can personalize to make your anyone’s taste buds happy.

Are you elegant and refined? You will love the Orange Zest and Honey Brioche French Toast (#2). Do you love comfort foods? Vanilla Almond (#3) is the way to go. If you have a wild side go with variation #1, cubed French toast skewered with fresh fruit ..read more