Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

GREEN GIANT BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES & BAKED VEGGIE PUFFS

You already love Green Giant Veggie Chips and now there are two delicious new options in the Snack Aisle – New Green Giant Baked Sweet Potato Fries and Baked Veggie Puffs! These are not your typical snacks – Green Giant Sweet Potato Fries are made with real corn and sweet potatoes and contain 60% less fat than potato chips. Green Giant Baked Veggie Puffs have a great Cheddar taste and 43 Puffs total only 140 calories! Be sure to pick up Green Giant Baked Sweet Potato Fries and Baked Veggie Puffs in the Snack Aisle today.  Your taste buds will thank you.

SARGENTO TASTINGS

Sargento is introducing the everyday, anytime specialty snack, new Sargento “Tastings”! Tastings are smaller-sized specialty cheeses that are perfect for everyday snacking.  Sargento’s trusted cheese experts have selected eight extraordinary cheeses that range from familiar favorites to new adventures. These include:  Aged Wisconsin Cheddar, Aged Vermont White Cheddar, Fiesta Pepper Jack, Bruschetta Jack, Creamy Havarti, Medium Asiago, New Zealander and Parmentino. Explore all eight great tasting items that are available in the Dairy case.  Learn more about these eight varieties and discover pairing suggestions at:       www.sargento.com/tastings

Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

CHIAPPETTI MEAT COMPANY

After four generations of providing the finest quality meats across the Midwest, the Chiappetti family is now proud to offer its premium hand-cut meats exclusively to Price Chopper!  Your family will enjoy their 100% grass fed and grass finished beef – from juicy burgers to succulent steaks.  Grass fed beef has been shown to be low in cholesterol, while high in Omega 3’s, CLA and vitamin E. Because you care – and they do too – all Chiappetti meats are humanely raised by family farmers.  Enjoy your favorite veal piccata, Milanese or parmesan recipe with tender scaloppini cutlets, or mix a combination of 1 lb. each of ground veal and lamb and top with your favorite burger toppings. Chiappetti American lamb is source-verified from Van Well family farms and USDA Choice graded – ensuring flavor, consistency and peace of mind. Look for Chiappetti hand-cut meats in the Meat department.

LEAN CUISINE MORNING COLLECTION

                Rise and shine with great taste and a delicious way to start your day! Nestle introduces Lean Cuisine Morning Collection – two Breakfast Sandwiches and two Oatmeal selections. The Breakfast Sandwiches are Egg whites with protein and cheese on an English muffin, formulated to be lower in fat than other morning sandwich offerings.  They come four servings to a box in the following varieties:

• Turkey Sausage English Muffin
• Veggie Egg White English Muffin

The Oatmeal varieties are made with steel-cut oats, which are less processed than the rolled oats used in the just-add-water variety of oatmeal.  Steel-cut oats help people who are trying to control their blood sugar levels.  The Morning Collection Oatmeal varieties include:

• Wild Blueberry & Pomegranate Oatmeal
• Apple Cinnamon & Almond Oatmeal

Look for all four varieties of Lean Cuisine Breakfast Collection in the Frozen aisle. Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

BUSH’S REDUCED SODIUM VEGETARIAN BAKED BEANS

                Bush’s Reduced Sodium Vegetarian Baked Beans are still made from the Bush’s Secret Family Recipe. They are incredibly delicious because Bush’s uses a blend of high quality ingredients, similar to what might  be found in a Grandma’s Pantry.  Bush’s Reduced Sodium Vegetarian Baked Beans are slow cooked with brown sugar and seasonings in a tangy sauce, but without the bacon and with 25% less sodium than Bush’s Vegetarian Baked Beans.  At Bush’s, reduced sodium does not have to mean reduced flavor. Bush’s Baked Beans are the perfect side item for mid-week meals or at weekend friends-and-family cookouts.  Serve Bush’s Baked Beans with your next meal and enjoy great taste at any meal occasion! Bush’s Reduced Sodium Vegetarian Baked Beans are available next to Bush’s Vegetarian Baked Beans in the Prepared Bean section.

TORTILLALAND UNCOOKED TORTILLAS 

                TortillaLand Uncooked Tortillas add a delicious touch to any meal.  Their popular uncooked flour tortillas are all natural, from just five simple ingredients and perfect for any meal! TortillaLand Uncooked Corn Tortillas are gluten-free and made with corn masa flour – they’re simply delicious! And their new Cheesy Tortillas are made with real cheddar cheese for a fantastic cheesy taste! No matter which TortillaLand Uncooked Tortilla you choose, you’ll love the  authentic, homemade look, texture and taste of a freshly made tortilla! Find all three varieties on TortillaLand Uncooked Tortillas in the refrigerated section of the Dairy case.  Be sure to visit www.tortillaland.com for recipes and more!  Also, don’t forget to like TortillaLand on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TortillaLand.  Enjoy!! Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

BEECH NUT BEST 

                Introducing Beech-Nut Real Food for Babies, inspired by homemade.  It’s true – just real, whole fruits and vegetables are inside their new jars.  And nothing else.  Because everyone deserves real good.  Especially babies. What is real food to Beech-Nut?  Real food is real.  You know it when you see it, smell it, touch it.  Real food is honest.  It never hides under fancy words or confusing labels.  Real food is bold.  It’s never shy about what it is or pretends to be something it’s not.  Real food is delicious.  It makes your whole body smile because it tastes so good.  Real food is for everyone.  Of any size, big or small. Beech-Nut’s new flavors were inspired by homemade.  Their new just honeycrisp apples are the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, that crave-ably crunchy texture.  Beech-Nut wouldn’t change a thing about them, so they didn’t! This is not baby food.  This is real food for babies.  Look for Beech-Nut Best in the Baby aisle.

SARGENTO SHREDDED CHEESE

                Sargento Shredded Cheeses are shredded from real, natural cheese with freshness you can see and taste in every bite. Sargento Shredded Cheeses feature a variety of flavors that taste like they were just shredded off a block of cheese.  With a wide variety of flavors to choose from, Sargento Shredded Cheese can top off a homemade pizza with Traditional Cut Mozzarella or enjoy a fresh salad sprinkled with Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar.  Let Sargento Shredded Cheeses inspire your next meal by visiting www.sargento.com/recipes Find Sargento Shredded Cheese in the Dairy Department. Written By: Mark Larose from Garden State Growers “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times”……Charles Dickens Quoting such a famous author may seem an odd way to begin a blog on gardening, but as the weather is finally changing, I do believe that we are ready for the Best Of Times for Spring 2014. By now your clean up should be complete and if you haven’t put out your garden gnomes, and birdbaths, make some time this weekend. Your soil should be prepped as detailed in my earlier blogs, and planting should be done according to the zone you live in and what you want to see growing this season. The month of May is upon us and the words for the season are color, color, color! First, let me suggest looking around for color planters and pots that can accentuate your garden or balcony. There are a variety of shapes and sizes to choose from. Now, what to put into them? Since it’s been colder, later in the season, I’m going with some Siberian Blue Grass, Clematis, and Purple Sensation, which is one of the Spring blooming ornamental onions. Snapdragons and Iris are a good tag along also. Including some vegetables or even strawberries can make your garden productive and beautiful at the same time. Remember that it’s your garden. There are no rules for your design, as it’s only limited to your own creativity. Also, lavender is very poplar this year and will add some wonderful scents to your garden on those warm days filled with gentle breezes. Ahhhhh……. Speaking of popular plants, have you considered, dare I say, critter prevention? Deer, rabbits and chipmunks are only a few of the potential problems. If you are a first season gardener, find out which of these potentially destructive animals live in your neighborhood and be proactive. Fences and repellents can help, but choosing plants and flowers that are less tasty is also an option. Doing your homework now can help with future enjoyment of your garden, and less frustrations. Lastly, have you chosen your ground cover? So many people seem to overlook the beauty and need for these hardy plants. Myrtle, ivy and pachysandra are great choices. I’ve seen a few gardens where some folks even used saxifraga as a filler plant, in place of some ground cover. Think outside of the box! Remember that gardening is a wonderful family tradition for many. If you have children, consider including them in this seasons planting. Remember to take pictures of your garden for Facebook and show it off to your friends. Either way, have fun. Happy Gardening! Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

HIDDEN VALLEY PASTA SALAD MIXES

In need of the perfect side dish or a unique twist on your everyday pasta?  Then try the new Hidden Valley Pasta Salad mixes.  They are super easy to make and loaded with delicious herbs and spices.  Get creative and add your own touches such as grilled chicken, cheddar cheese or fresh chopped veggies to make this more like a meal than a side dish. Try all of the three varieties:  Southwest Ranch, zesty Homestyle Italian and savory Original Ranch.  Bring the taste of the Original Ranch from the valley to your table. A delicious addition to salads, veggies and even meats.  Hidden Valley made it first.  Hidden Valley made it right. Look for Hidden Valley Pasta Salad Mixes in the Boxed Prepared section.

HORIZON SNACK CRACKERS & GRAHAMS 

Kids love snacks, but moms and dads are looking for more products made with simple, delicious and responsibly produced ingredients!  Introducing new Horizon Snack Crackers and Grahams. The good news is that Horizon snacks have a touch of Real Fruit and Veggies baked inside.  The Snack Grahams are baked with a touch of real Pear and Sweet Potatoes and contain 8g Whole Grains per serving.  The Snack Crackers are baked with a touch of real carrots and real Horizon Organic Cheese. Kids snack on average three times per day.  Snacks account for more than 27% of children’s caloric intake so why not make it something that is good for them? Look for Horizon 70% Organic Cheddar Snack Crackers, 70% Organic Original Snack Crackers, 70 % Organic Honey Snack Grahams and 70% Organic Chocolate Snack Grahams in the Natural aisle. The 36th edition of the Freihofer’s Run for Women is fast approaching! Are you registered?  Price Chopper is a long-time sponsor of this celebrated event, scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 9:45 a.m. in Albany.  The main event of course is the Women’s 5K, which features some of the fastest women from around the world.  Last year a new attendance record was set and the event is on track to have another capacity race.  In addition to the Women’s 5K, the event features the Junior 3K Run for those 9-14, the Kids’ Run for those 4-9, the Community Walk fundraising event, the 2014 USA 5km Race Walk Championships and more.  The course features entertainment on the course, plenty of refreshments and high-end jewelry as awards. This year also features the 2nd annual Corporate Cup, allowing runners to run with co-workers for a chance to win a trophy that they can display at their place of business. This is a rare local event that allows runners of all stripes to line up near the world’s fastest, so sign up soon!  More than 20,000 runners and spectators are expected to be on hand this year.  Registration fees include t-shirts, Freihofer’s Chocolate Chip Cookies, Finisher Certificates and much more. To register, visit http://www.freihofersrun.com Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

HANS KISSLE QUICHES

Hans Kissle Products are made fresh daily with the same taste and freshness as in your kitchen. Hans Kissle understands the value of delivering fresh high quality products to your table.  All products are produced in their 112,000 square foot facility in Haverhill, Massachusetts.  Their facility is USDA inspected and received the SQF (Safe Quality Foods) Manufacturer of the Year Award in December 2013. Hans Kissle’s delicious Quiche have been a long time favorite.  They use only the highest quality ingredients, just like you would.  Fresh eggs, cream, crisp vegetables and high quality meats and cheeses insure perfection every time.  These tasty ingredients are whipped and baked into a flaky buttery crust. Hans Kissle’s fully cooked Quiches are perfect for breakfast, brunch or family gatherings and can be eaten hot or cold.  Save yourself time and money.  Hans Kissle’s handcrafted Quiche – in Lorraine, Broccoli and Spinach varieties – will be just as good as yours, they promise. Look for Hans Kissle Quiches in the Deli Department.

                HERSHEY’S SPREAD

                Introducing HERSHEY’S Spreads.  Spreads give you the rich, delicious taste of HERSHEY’S chocolate in a smooth creamy spread you can use in so many ways.  The HERSHEY’S brand has stood for delicious, high quality chocolate since 1894. HERSHEY’S Spreads have the power to transform any snack into a delicious treat.  Chocolate lovers want new, exciting ways to experience HERSHEY’S. HERSHEY’S three flavors bring variety to the Spreads category.  This is Chocolate Spread, Chocolate with Almond Spread and Chocolate with Hazelnut Spread.  Look for all three HERSHEY’S Spreads in the Peanut Butter and Spreads section.  Chocolate lovers know that HERSHEY’S delivers a smooth delicious chocolate taste. We’re excited to announce a brand new program in our Bakery department- the Baguette of the Day!  Each day of the week, a new baguette will be featured for a hot price of 2/$3.   Our baguettes are made in small batches using long fermentation to give you the best flavor.  We bake the baguettes fresh in our ovens each day so that you can enjoy varieties like Sunflower Sesame, Kalamata Olive, Multigrain, Tuscan Chiabatta, Sesame Semolina, French & Garlic! Stop by your local Price Chopper bakery today and pick one up!  We’d love to hear what you think so visit our Facebook page and tell us your favorite!   Mother’s Day is a celebration of one of the hardest-working people we know, Mom.   It’s a day to let her know how special she is and how much we appreciate all that she has done for us.  Each year, many of us scramble to find that perfect gift, something meaningful to show our love and gratitude. How will you celebrate Mom this Mother’s Day?  Price Chopper can help with our Build a Bouquet for Mother’s Day program!  Kids 12 and under will have fun making their own special bouquet for Mom including a personalized card, for just $5 + tax!  Stop by Price Chopper Saturday, May 10 from 12-4pm or Sunday, May 11 from 10am-2pm, then send us pictures of your bouquet for Mom!  You can email us your photos at photos@pricechopper.com 🙂  We’ll display them on Facebook & Instagram! Happy Mother’s Day!