The Mollie Stone's Blog
The Kentucky Derby is considered by many to be the fastest and “greatest two minutes in sports.” The 138th run for the roses is Saturday, May 5, 2012.
For nearly a century, Mint Juleps have been the traditional beverage of the Kentucky Derby. Almost 120,000 of these cocktails are served at the track each year over the two-day period, using 1,000 pounds of fresh mint and 60,000 pound of ice.
Unfortunately we can’t make it to Kentucky to watch in person, but ..read more
Did you know: May 5th marks the Mexican victory over the French battalion at the Battle of the Puebla in 1861. Contrary to popular belief, the holiday does not commemorate Mexican independence and is more widely celebrated in the United States than in Mexico.
Regardless, it inspires a craving for these incredible Beef Enchiladas. Try serving them with Spanish rice and beans, homemade guacamole and margaritas to feed a crowd!
Flash frying the corn tortillas adds flavor and durability once they’re filled ..read more
Grandma’s Banana Nut Bread…Mom’s Spaghetti Casserole…Uncle John’s Potato Salad…
A favorite family recipe inspires nostalgia with each bite. Knowing that it has been made for a generation or more makes it taste extra special.
If you have a favorite family recipe in your collection, Mollie Stone’s invites you to share it in our recipe contest! The winning recipe will be featured on our website and will be awarded with a $100 Mollie Stone’s gift certificate. Two runners-up will each receive a $25 ..read more
A good corn tortilla is the perfect blank canvas for any number of fillings. We’re thinking outside the box this year for Cinco de Mayo with two new favorite taco recipes.
Tequila Lime Shrimp Tacos (pictured) are a fresh take on seafood tacos that are ready in a matter of minutes. Shrimp are sautéed with a splash of tequila and lime juice before stirring in Mollie’s Mango Papaya Salsa and cilantro.
Black Bean Tacos with Corn Salsa have a homemade spiced black ..read more
Mollie Stone’s Director of Produce Operations, Tom, recently took a trip to the heart of San Diego County’s avocado growing region to visit Del Rey Avocado Company. Del Rey is a family owned business located in Fallbrook, California, that has been growing, packing and shipping avocados since 1969. The company partners with local growers from San Diego County north to San Luis Obispo county to source California avocados and currently packs 25-28% of all organic avocados grown in California.
Del Rey ..read more
Fresh cut flowers are one of our favorite ways to add a cheerful pop! of color to homes and table settings. Taking good care of your flowers can dramatically help lengthen their life span. Follow these simple tips so your flowers will last longer.
Purchasing & Transporting Cut Flowers
Look for flowers that appear to have just cracked open. This is a good sign they have recently arrived in our store, and they typically last the longest. It is best to avoid ..read more
Did you know?
Your intestines are home to over 100 trillion bacteria and other living microorganisms, called intestinal microflora. With approximately 70% of the immune system dwelling within the digestive system, these microflora have a significant effect on the body’s overall wellness. Stress, the natural aging process, changes in diet and antibiotics can significantly deplete beneficial intestinal microflora.Probiotics can repopulate your intestine with beneficial bacteria. Keep reading for a few factoids and to learn how to win a free 6-month supply of GoodBelly ..read more
Hungry for change? Tim Lincecum is too.
popchips and San Francisco’s all-star pitcher Tim Lincecum have teamed up to give back to the Bay Area. popchips recruited Tim and 14 other pro athletes from across the country to be a part of a new program called Game Changers. Anyone can submit ideas for how to help our local communities, and each athlete will select one cause from the top five most popular ideas to lend a hand in his or her community.
Tim is one of ..read more
Mollie Stone’s proudly offers fresh Kosher poultry and fresh Kosher beef that are Kosher for Passover. All of our fresh Kosher Meat is cut on premises under supervision at our Palo Alto store and can be picked up at any one of our locations. Please look for the Passover Fresh Meat Order Forms at your local Mollie Stone’s.
Get our recipe for Oven-Roasted Brisket!
Mollie’s Stone’s famous hams are great on their own, but they’re also an excellent canvas for customization to your personal tastes. By adding a glaze or sauce, you can dress up a high-quality ham and choose a flavor profile that complements your side dishes.
We have many ready-to-use glazes and sauces available, but you’ll find our three homemade options here are delicious and quick to make.
Mango Ginger Glaze is a sticky sweet concoction with crystalized ginger for a kick.
Rum Raisin Sauce is a ..read more
