Tis the season! Each year November rolls around and we begin to prepare for the holidays. Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanzaa, and more: it’s a certainly a busy time. Recently a new holiday has emerged into the mix and seems to gain popularity every year. This holiday is now known as Friendsgiving!
Friendsgiving is a product of the millennial lifestyle. Breaking traditions and doing things differently is common among younger generations today, even in the celebration of holidays. Some may live and work away from their families and some may not have the time and means to travel for Thanksgiving. Sometimes it’s simply more comfortable and more fun to celebrate with friends. Plus, these days the definitions of family are expanding and close friends are often turned into chosen family.
In many cases, Friendsgiving is celebrated not in place of Thanksgiving, but in line with it: Friends gather together the weekend before or after Thanksgiving with their favorite cuisine. This is something that has gone on for a long time, but somehow it’s become its own holiday, and the celebrations continue to grow larger.
The popular TV show “Friends,” has been given some credit for the emergence of Friendsgiving. People watched Monica, Chandler, Rachel, Joey, Phoebe, and Ross celebrate Thanksgiving together each year, and decided they wanted to do the same. Yet, it can’t be confirmed that this is the exact origin of the holiday. In fact, Merriam-Webster points out that the term “Friendsgiving” can only be traced back to 2007, while “Friends” ended in 2004. Either way, the show portrays the perfect picture of what Friendsgiving is all about.
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Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays, but we also love Friendsgiving. Is there anything better than hanging out with close friends while enjoying a delicious meal? Plus, if you happen to celebrate both Friendsgiving and Thanksgiving, you get to enjoy basically double the amount of incredible food. Hats off to you if you celebrate both!
If you haven’t celebrated Friendsgiving yet, we recommend giving it a go this month. We’re here to help you get everything you need! Visit your local store or find all your essentials at shop.pricechopper.com.
It’s that time again, friends and family are making plans for Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving. But what’s a fun holiday together without delicious food? That’s where our Family Meals Movement comes in. As you look ahead to the holidays, you can relax knowing we will continue to provide yummy snack and meal ideas for you and your loved ones; all season long!
During the holidays, together is better, even before the meal. One of the best ways to gain quality time with family is by preparing the food as a team. It’s a fun way to get the kids involved in the action as well. Check out the “Holiday Helpers” section of the family meals page family meals page for tips and tricks to share the joy of cooking with children of different ages. Matching responsibilities to age and skill level ensures that everyone plays a helpful role in the holiday experience. Plus, it’s a never a bad idea to get an early start learning your way around a kitchen!
Now, onto the food, starting with breakfast! The holidays are super busy; from the moment you wake up life is filled with nonstop action and preparation. However, it’s essential to save time for breakfast. For a quick, easy start, pick up a pack of 24 count Eggo Waffles from your local store. Top with fresh berries or one of our favorites, frozen Wyman’s Berries, and you’re off on the right foot.
As all of us in the Northeast know, this time of year is COLD! And there’s nothing like a delicious family meal to keep your spirits warm. We’ve put together a few easy options for dinner this week and throughout the holiday season.
• Try Market 32 meatloaf mix with PICS frozen veggies, complete with a Kings Hawaiian Dinner Roll on the side.
• Sheet Pan Skinless Market 32 Chicken Thighs or Tenders are also a great option. They’re perfect with a side of Little Potato Company Gourmet Potatoes. Simply oil the pan and dust the chicken and potatoes with garlic powder, onion powder and sweet paprika. Serve with a Fresh Express Salad Blend.
• Sheet Pan Roasted Ham Steak with Apples and Martin Farms Cut Butternut Squash is a satisfying holiday meal for the whole family. If you’re seeking optimal flavor, drizzle with PICS Maple Syrup.
In between meals, it’s important to keep your body moving with some healthy snacks. Give Market 32 Nut Tubs a try, or use Sabra Hummus as a dip for your fresh cut veggie tray. Otherwise, make your own fruit cup with fresh cut fruits.
Finally, we always leave some room for dessert. We love this easy, seasonal recipe for apple dumplings. The best part about this recipe is that even the kids can help! Check out the video below, and if you don’t have time to make dough, pick up a package of Refrigerated Wewalka Pie Crust.
Celebrate the holidays with Stella Artois and their new Midnight Lager, a bold blend of chocolate and caramel, with a crisp and refreshing finish. The sweet hint of dark lager is sure to pair well with hearty holiday foods including spicy dishes, stews, and roasted meats. For dessert, try classic chocolate chip cookies or dark chocolate to enhance the lager’s flavor. Out for a limited time this holiday season, sample the premium Midnight Lager in select stores 11/16/19-11/17/19!
Store # | Location | Date | Time |
1 | Eastern Parkway | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
3 | Brunswick Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
12 | Johnstown | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
23 | Madison Ave Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
23 | Madison Ave Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
28 | Hamilton Square Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
28 | Hamilton Square Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
38 | Glenville Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 04:30 PM – 07:00 PM |
39 | Wilton Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
39 | Wilton Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
40 | Glen St | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
45 | Delaware Ave Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
45 | Delaware Ave Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
94 | Mechanicville | 11/17/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
102 | Watertown | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
111 | East Greenbush Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
112 | Clifton Shoppers World Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
130 | Endicott | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
138 | Market Bistro | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
139 | Amsterdam | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
158 | Route 50 | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
159 | Bethlehem | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
172 | Erie Blvd | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
175 | Altamont Ave | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
181 | Hudson Valley Plz Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
183 | Guilderland | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
184 | Malta | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
188 | Shaker Road | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
191 | Niskayuna | 11/17/19 | 04:30 PM – 07:00 PM |
191 | Niskayuna | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
196 | Glenmont | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
198 | Newburgh Market 32 | 11/16/19 | 04:30 PM – 07:00 PM |
199 | Cicero | 11/16/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
207 | Commercial Dr | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
234 | Chenango | 11/16/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
250 | Clifton Park Plaza Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
3 | Brunswick Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
30 | Ogdensburg | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
116 | Cobleskill | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
134 | Oneonta | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
157 | Granville | 11/17/19 | 02:45 PM – 05:15 PM |
168 | Plattsburgh Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 04:30 PM – 07:00 PM |
193 | Saugerties | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
206 | Rome | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
245 | Watervliet | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
246 | Chatham | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
250 | Clifton Park Plaza Market 32 | 11/17/19 | 11:45 AM – 02:15 PM |
Local Apples: One of our Favorite home.grown. Crops
We’re proud to partner with a wide variety of apple orchards and cider mills here in our region: When it’s made of grown here, we get it here. Apples are one of the top crops in our region, and we get excited each year when apple season hits. There are a ton of orchards and farms in the Northeastern US, and we are lucky to work with some of the region’s best.
Patch Orchards, Lebanon NH
We begin in Lebanon, NH, home to Patch Orchards, a local partner of ours for over 20 years! The Patch family has been farming their land for 8 generations. The orchard offers a large variety of apples including Mcintosh, Cortland, Empire, and more.
Dressel Farms, New Paltz NY
Dressel Farms is a family-owned and operated business located in New York’s Hudson Valley. Fred Dressel originally bought the farm in 1957 and ran it for more than 15 years before passing duties down the family lineage. The farms’ main business is apples, growing more than 300 acres of apples trees and carrying over 20 varieties of apples. Dressel Farms proudly utilizes an IPM program that meets their needs as farmers while ensuring a healthy environment for the products and the community.
Hudson River Fruit, Milton NY
Now a fourth-generation family owned and operated company, Hudson River Fruit Distributors in Milton, NY is one of the largest apple growers and shippers on the east coast. Over the past 50 years, they have built their reputation in the industry as a dependable, quality shipper of the freshest regional apples.
Beak and Skiff, Lafayette NY
Beak & Skiff began in 1911 when onion farmer George Skiff and dairy farmer Andrew Beak met at the farmer’s market. They decided to join forces, and the results are a successful business over 100 years later. Now in their fifth generation, Beak & Skiff has continued to make advancements and improvements in and around their orchard. With a tasting room, gift shop, corn hole games and more, you could almost spend an entire day at their farm: check it out here!
Truncali Farms, Marlboro NY
Located in Marlboro, NY, Truncali Farms is a small family fruit farm established 95 years ago. The 100-acre farm is now in its third generation and is a leader in food safety and sustainability measures. Truncali Farms ensures safety in their food and products, so you know you’re only getting quality!
Sunrise Orchards, Cornwall VT
Sunrise Orchards began in 1974 when Barney and Dee Hodges and David and Eunice Van Vleck first started planting the farm. Today, Sunrise is a 200-acre, family owned and operated apple farm devoted to growing excellent apples for the Northeast region. We’ve been partnering with the Sunrise folks for over a decade!
In the Northeast, apple season is one of our favorite times of year. We love partnering with local apple farms here to bring you the freshest, highest quality fruits around. Without the hard work of these farms we wouldn’t be able to enjoy these products each year.
Craving local apples after reading this? Luckily, tasty in-season apples are only a click away!
We have put together a few ideas to help your family eat better together! Eating together at any time of day fuels better overall nutrition – for both parents and kids. You’ll get an “A” for “AWESOME” when you put these plans in motion.
According to a 2017 report by the Hartman Group, differing schedules are the lead obstacle to dinner at home in households with and without children. How to get more #FamilyMeal time? The answer is…breakfast! It doesn’t matter how long the mealtime is, or how perfect the meal is, just that you are eating together.
Sit down for a tasty fall breakfast with Thomas’ Bagels and NEW PICS Pumpkin Cream Cheese. A delicious combination that will remind you of your love for fall! You can also power up with some protein by enjoying our PICS Icelandic yogurt, paired with some fresh raspberries, blackberries, or blueberries or pick up a 6 oz. container of fresh organic blueberries.
Hawaiian Pulled Pork Sliders are a tasty option for dinner. Featuring Slow Cooker Market 32 Boneless Center Cut Pork Loin Roast with Mini Kaiser or Ciabatta Rolls. Top off the meal with Fresh Express Salad. For some satisfying seafood try Seal and Cook Salmon with Lemon and Dill Herb Butter with a side of fresh veggies. NEW PICS 90 second rice is the finishing touch you need for a complete and healthy meal! Finally, try Fresh Full Circle Chicken Breast pan sautéed and glazed with PICS Orange Juice. Pair it with sheet pan roasted Martin Farms Cut Butternut Squash for a fulfilling family dinner.
In between meals it’s essential to have healthy, super snacks to keep you and your kids energized through your busy schedules. In this week’s ad we provided a few energizing snacks to keep you going strong all day long! Belvita Bars are a great source of energy and they come in a variety of flavors, so you can choose your favorite. They are quick and easy, on-the-go option for any time of day. Fresh pomegranates are another great way snack to make it through the day. Pomegranates are an excellent source of potassium and fiber. When selecting them, make sure to choose ones that are plump, round, and heavy. Check out the video below to discover three creative ways to enjoy fresh pomegranates!
You strive to eat healthy throughout the day but still struggle with that nagging craving for something sweet. Luckily, we didn’t forget about the chocolate! There are some options that will satisfy your craving, without all of the calories, that the whole family will love. Give NEW PICS Dark Chocolate Hummus a try! It’s a delicious way to fulfill your chocolaty needs. Dip some banana slices, or any of your favorite chocolate-paired fruits for a tasty treat. We also recommend trying with it our PICS pretzels for the perfect combination of salty and sweet!
We love all things local, and one of our favorite sectors of local food is local beer. There are so many different brews, flavors, and styles, and so many stories to tell! That’s why we’ve embarked on an exciting home.grown. adventure: to bring you fresh craft beer stories each month from our Northeast region. Our region is home to some of the best craft breweries in world, and we’re telling their stories to our craft beer fanatics here on our blog.
Up next: Sloop Brewing Company!
Named after the boats that once moved people up and down the Hudson, Sloop Brewing Company came into fruition in 2011. Founded by Adam Watson and Justin Taylor in pursuit of new tastes and adventures, the duo got their start by selling beer at farmers markets across New York’s Hudson Valley. In 2014, they opened their first production facility in a Dutch post & beam barn in Elizaville, NY. Recently, Sloop followed up by opening a brand new 25,000 square foot facility in East Fishkill’s former IBM plant.
Sloop’s star player is their juicy, hazy, flagship Juice Bomb IPA. In this explosive brew, late hopping and low bitterness combine to bring about citrusy, juicy notes of American hops. An exciting blast of tropical leads the way, and a resin-y, more balanced flavor calms the drink down at the end. Juice Bomb is a must try for real hop lovers!
Interested in trying some Sloop brews?
Check out our in-store tasting schedule below to sample Sloop craft beer, take home some custom home.grown. & Sloop Brewing coasters and more.
Saturday 11/2, 11am – 2pm at our Wilton NY Market 32 Growler Station
Saturday 11/9, 11am – 2pm at our Bethlehem NY Price Chopper Growler Station
Saturday 11/16, 11am – 2pm at our Malta NY Price Chopper Growler Station
Saturday 11/23, 11am – 2pm at our Clifton Shopper’s World NY Market 32 Growler Station
Interested in visiting the brewery?
Make the most of everything Sloop Brewing Company has to offer! Visit sloopbrewing.com/ for taproom hours and menu, get info on brewery tours and more.
Brewery House Address: 755 East Dr. Suite #106, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Hot sauce junkies, heat connoisseurs and spiciness fanatics: We’re comin’ in hot with our next monthly feature!
Each month we’re bringing you fresh stories on a different sauce brand, sharing some flavor insights, stories behind the brands and more. Travel with us on an adventure consisting of varying degrees of heat each month!
November’s Feature: Hoff Sauce from Hoff and Pepper!
We all love hot sauce, but what about Hoff Sauce? Yes, Hoff Sauce. Created by Aaron Hoffman, a fiery foods fanatic, Hoff Sauce is designed to be an everyday hot sauce, used to add flavor and spunk to your favorite meals. Not only is it spicy, it’s also perfectly tangy, balanced, and flavorful, elevating any food to the next level.
Hoff and Pepper is based in Chattanooga, TN. Founded by Aaron “Hoff” Hoffman and Michelle “Pepper” Hoffman, the duo decided that the world needed to experience the skills of a sauce connoisseur such as Hoff. Since then, Hoff Sauce has gone on to win numerous awards, including multiple 1st place finishes at the annual NYC Hot Sauce Expo.
Turn up the heat with Hoff and Pepper this month, and tune in next month for our December Hot Sauce of the Month!
Sunday is the perfect time to take a break, slow down your busy schedule, and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. Because of these classic characteristics, it seems fitting that International Sloth Day falls on a Sunday this year. Annually, October 20th is a day of appreciation for these sluggish tree dwellers and this year we are proud to be celebrating with the folks at Double H Ranch!
Sloths are known for hanging out in the trees of tropical rain forests. Their extremely low metabolic rate is the reason behind their remarkably slow lifestyle. In fact, they only move approximately 41 yards in a single day, as they spend 15-20 of their 24 hours sleeping. Despite their drowsy nature, sloths are actually skilled swimmers, using their long arms to successfully wade through the water. Don’t believe us? Check out the video below for proof.
On top of all this, sloths can be cute and are a great choice when deciding which stuffed animal toy to buy. We teamed up with our friends at Double H Ranch to offer these stuffed animal sloths for a great cause! Double H runs camps for children with life-threatening illnesses, working to make lasting memories and enrich lives. With their help, you can stop by your local Price Chopper/Market 32 and purchase a stuffed animal sloth for $10. $3 of each purchase will be donated to benefit the kids at Double H!
Enjoy International Sloth Day and be sure to love a sloth in support of Double H Ranch!
And here’s that swimming sloth we promised, courtesy of BBC America…
Excited to introduce you to TruBlend by FAGE!
No added sugar*? Tru.
No sweeteners? Tru.
100% natural ingredients? Tru.
Creamy and delicious? Tru.
Experience a delicious blended Greek yogurt with real fruit and no added sugar* or sweeteners. It’s TRU!
Your spoon will be thrilled. Made with 100% natural ingredients and Non-GMO Project Verified, you know TruBlend is going to be simply amazing if you know FAGE. FAGE yogurt is always made with milk from non-GMO fed cows. They take real fruits – like strawberries and blueberries and blend them with the creamy, low-fat Greek yogurt to create a perfectly balanced sweet taste without the added sugars or artificial sweeteners. Not to mention, TruBlend is packed with protein. You and your spoon have been waiting for this.
Whether you’re a busy mom or dashing from work to yoga class, TruBlend by FAGE is a perfectly portable, nutritious snack to power you through your day when you’re pressed for time.
So, say hello to TruBlend by FAGE – we’ve got your taste buds covered. Experience these new delicious flavors at your local Price Chopper | Market 32!
- TruBlend Vanilla: Simply delicious, memorable vanilla perfectly blended with creamy, low-fat yogurt.
- TruBlend Strawberry: Lusciously fresh strawberries perfectly blended with creamy, low-fat yogurt.
- TruBlend Blueberry: Bright, flavorful blueberries perfectly blended with creamy, low-fat yogurt.
*not a low calorie food
A Hole Lotta History: Beginnings of the Bagel
Bagels have become a staple breakfast food in the American diet. They’re perfect for an on-the-go start to your busy day. Despite its simplistic nature, the bagel has a larger role in history than you may expect.
We’ve been in the bagel business since 1932, but these guys trace back far before that. First brought to the United States by Jewish immigrants from Poland in the 19th century, bagels were popularized here in the Northeast, in New York City’s Lower East Side. Back then they were displayed on poles and strings, which is how the hole in the middle of the bagel originated.
“Beigel” is the Yiddish word for bagel, and it’s a popular theory that the bagel is a descendant of the German pretzel; another yeasted dough bread that is boiled then baked. The process of boiling then baking, keeps the bagels fresh longer, which for economically challenged folks was a necessity.
As Jewish people began to immigrate to North America from Europe, many settled in Toronto and Montreal, creating bagels in Canada that were slightly different from the New York style. Meanwhile, in New York, there were so many bagel makers that Local 33, a bagel-makers trade union, was formed in 1915.
Over time, bagels became more jazzed up. For this, we can credit the invention of cream cheese in the 1930s, followed by a Family Circle Magazine article which suggested that bagels with cream cheese and lox would serve as a good cocktail party appetizer.
Today at Price Chopper & Market 32, our bagels are one of the staples of our business. We’re excited to introduce our NEW bigger and better bagels! Freshly baked in-store, they’re crispy on the outside and pleasingly soft and chewy on the inside, and they’re on sale this week! View our ad to learn more.