Written by our friends at Yogi Tea
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration and connection – but it often brings extra stress, packed schedules and the challenge of staying balanced. Whether it’s unwinding after a busy day of shopping, finding the energy to enjoy festive gatherings or giving your immune system the care it needs to ward off unwelcome visitors. At Yogi, our teas are crafted to do more than simply taste good, they’re made to support your wellbeing. Calming herbs like lavender, lemon balm, chamomile, and ashwagandha promote relaxation and caffeine-free options help you unwind without disrupting sleep. They can be a simple, nurturing way to bring balance and calm to your holiday routine, helping you show up as your best self for every celebration.
Tips for Enjoying Yogi Tea During the Holiday Season
- Create a daily tea ritual – take 10 minutes each morning or evening to enjoy a quiet cup.
- Pair your tea with mindful moments, breathing or a short meditation for deeper relaxation.
- Share tea time with loved ones as a way to spread warmth and wellness.
- Keep a variety of teas on hand to suit different moods and needs throughout the season.
Here are some of our favorite Yogi teas to help you…
1. Unwind and Ease into Peaceful Rest:
New Cinnamon Horchata Stress + Sleep
Starring ashwagandha, an herb beloved for its ability to help us cope with life’s inevitable stressors. Passionflower helps soothe and support a good night’s sleep while warming cinnamon and toasty rice taste like comfort.*
2. Staying Steady Amid Holiday Hustle:
Elderberry Lemon Balm Immune + Stress
Before you get undone and under the weather, treat yourself to a cup of bright, sunny citrus. Ashwagandha is beloved by Ayurveda for its ability to help our minds and bodies cope with life’s inevitable stressors. Elderberry and lemon balm smooth and soothes while lemongrass and lemon peel lend a bright, optimistic flavor that perks up your whole day!*
3. Boost Wellness and Warmth with the Wisdom of Nature:
Honey Chail Turmeric Vitality
Used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 4000 years, modern research is starting to catch up with turmeric’s many benefits. In this naturally sweet blend, turmeric’s gentle flavor blends perfectly with rich, warming cinnamon, cardamom, ginger and clove and notes of organic honey. Spicy-sweet and tempting, this one’s a treat any time, day or night.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any
Cold & Flu Season Prevention Awareness
James Delaney
Pharmacy Student, PharmD Candidate 2026
As the weather cools down, cold and flu season arrives—and with it comes an increased risk of illness that can affect work, school, and family life. Prevention is key, and simple steps like regular handwashing, covering coughs, and staying home when sick can go a long way in reducing the spread of germs. Vaccination remains the most effective way to protect against the flu, and our pharmacists are here to make getting your shot easy and accessible.
Our pharmacists also play an important role in helping patients choose the right over-the-counter remedies for symptom relief, while ensuring safe use alongside prescription medications. For those at higher risk—such as older adults, young children, and individuals with chronic conditions—extra precautions like staying up to date on flu, RSV, COVID-19 and pneumonia vaccines are especially important.
By being proactive this season, we can keep ourselves and our communities healthier. A few preventive measures, paired with the guidance of your local pharmacist, can mean fewer sick days and a stronger defense against seasonal illnesses. Together, we can make this cold and flu season one of the healthiest yet.
Monster Meatloaf Recipe
1 medium onion, diced
2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 eggs
¾ cup milk
1.5 cups Italian breadcrumbs
2 pounds 80% lean ground beef
1 teaspoon oregano
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1 tsp paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 Tbsp Worcestershire
½ cup barbecue sauce
Creature features:
One hard-boiled egg
Two green olives
Several carrots
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and coat with non-stick spray, or parchment paper, then set aside.
Heat the olive oil in an 8-10” fry pan on medium. Add chopped garlic and diced onions. Stir and sauté until the onions are translucent and just browning. Remove from heat and transfer to a plate or bowl to cool slightly.
In a large bowl combine all ingredients for the meatloaf and mix with your hands, until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix. Press the meatloaf mixture into loaf (approx. 8″ long x 4″ wide) on the prepared baking sheet. Add some more barbecue sauce to the top for added flavor.
With your thumb and fingers create two depressions on the top of one side about the size of an egg each, which will become the eye sockets for your monster. Carve out an area below these depressions where the mouth will be.
Place in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees in the center.
Remove from oven and let the meatloaf rest for about 5 to 10 minutes.
Finish your creation!
Spread barbecue sauce over the top of the meatloaf (or ketchup for an especially gruesome appearance!).
Cut a few carrots into double-pointed/diamond shapes and push them into the meatloaf on the upper and lower portions of the mouth for teeth.
Peel off the shell and cut the hard-boiled egg in half. Place one half egg into each of the two eye socket depressions (with the rounded part of the egg facing out). With a paring knife, cut some egg out of the center of each half. Place the olives in these holes.
Be creative with the top of the creature’s head: add a scoop of mixed vegetables (as shown in the photo), steamed broccoli crowns, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side.
Fear not! Enjoy!
Mia Teal
Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
You know what they say about eating an apple a day! Today is National Apple Day, so what better way to celebrate than with Price Chopper and Market 32. We have a variety of apples to choose from, so make sure you browse our apple collection at the end.
Apples are more than just a popular fruit; they’re a symbol of crunchiness, sweetness, and wholesome goodness. From the refreshing sip of apple cider to the warm comfort of a homemade apple pie, these fruits have woven themselves into the fabric of our lives and culture. Oh, and we should mention our locally sourced Market 32 Apple Cider.
There are so many different types of apples out there that it may even be a little overwhelming. Fear not, let us take you through the journey of sweetness! We have picked six types of apples that we carry to feature here today. Let’s take a look…
Honey Crisp: The Honey Crisp Apple tends to be larger in size, juicy, and sweet. This variety is great for pie and applesauce.
Granny Smith: Granny Smith Apples are bright green, tart, and subtly sweet. These apples also work well in pies or sauce.
McIntosh: McIntosh apples tend to be on the medium to smaller. These apples are red with green spots, and have a tart taste.
Fuji: Did you know that Fuji Apples originated in Japan? How cool is that? These apples are red with areas of yellow and tend to be sweet and firm.
Cortland: The Cortland Apple has a vibrant red hue and features a refreshing, juicy white flesh. This variety tends to be tarte.
Pink Lady (Cripps Pink): The Pink Lady Apple is beautifully bright pink in color, and is most flavorful at room temperature.
Check out some recipes below for apple picking season!
Apple Dumplings: Warm apple dumplings are perfect for the cold weather approaching! Pair with PICS Vanilla Ice Cream for the ultimate duo.
Oven Grilled Cheese with Apples: Apples and cheese are a spectacular combo! Check out your soon-to-be new favorite recipe!
No-Churn Brown-Butter Apple Pie Ice Cream: When you make apple pie for your Thanksgiving feast, top it off with this ice cream! It is sure to be a hit!
Air Fryer Apple Churros: You may have had a cinnamon sugar churro, but how about an apple churro in the air fryer? Stop what you are doing and check out this recipe!
Market 32 Cares: Community Initiatives 10/17/25
Saratogs Performing Arts Center
We are proud of our longstanding partnership with Saratoga Performing Arts Center and the programming we have been able to support since 1990. The Creative Connections Program is a free program for children in local youth organizations. Our support helps to provide lunch and snacks for all who attend. Children explore creativity through music, dance, theatre, and visual arts with the SPAC School of Arts faculty and special guest artists. Www.spac.org
Animal Protective Foundation of Schenectady
Throughout the years we have partnered with Animal Protective Foundation of Schenectady to support the important work they do in our community by providing low-cost spay and neuter services, community-based wellness clinics, a pet food pantry, and low-cost medical services to our communities’ furry friends. Serving as a shelter to help re-home abandoned or homeless animals, APF reminds us that pets are family too! www.animalprotective.org
Food Pantries of the Capital District
For over 10 years, our partnership with the Food Pantries of The Capital District has grown and supported important hunger initiatives in our community. We support the Healthy Food Delivery Program throughout the Capital District, which provides food delivery to local pantries, a food shuttle, and home delivery to those that are homebound. As the exclusive grocer of Capital District CANstruction, several internal departments collaborate to provide all the inventory for the structures that are developed by local architectural firms each year. After being showcased for the public, all food items are donated to the Food Pantries. (Last year was over 41,000 items!) www.thefoodpantries.org
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer-American Cancer Society
For over 20 years, we have supported Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and their walks in our marketing area. These walks have grown into the nation’s largest and most impactful breast cancer movement. Making Strides funds lifesaving breast cancer research and advancing health equity through essential programs. www.cancer.org
Choosing the Right Cut for National Pasta Day
Happy National Pasta Day! Today we celebrate our favorite noodles. Traditional in Italian cuisine, pasta has made its way across the globe and become a staple in pantries far and wide. With so many styles and varieties to choose from pasta can quickly become complicated. In spirit of the holiday, we decided to break down the different types of pasta and how to make sure you’re choosing the right cut.
Long Cuts: Let’s start with the long cuts. In this category we have many favorites such as, spaghetti, linguine, fettucine, and capellini. Longer pasta works well with light olive oil as well as heavy meat sauces. Bolognese sauce benefits fettucine and Mafalda, while spaghetti and linguine are complimented nicely by a lighter olive oil or tomato sauce. Capellini and angel hair pasta work with simple butter or cream sauces, as heavier options will break down these finer strands.
Short Cuts: Now onto short cuts, such as penne, rigatoni, farfalle, or orecchiette. Shorts cuts are prepared for heavier, chunky sauces. They stand up in ragus and vegetables sauces as their ridges and edges capture the flavoring. It all comes down to choosing a sauce that gets caught up in the ridges of your pasta. For example, Italian sausage crumbles fit nicely into rigatoni, while tiny vegetables get trapped in the corkscrew style of fusilli.
Soup Cuts: Finally, soup cuts like orzo, ditalini, acini di pepe, and stelline. Also known as, pastina, soup cuts range from small tubes to tiny grain-shaped noodles, perfect for scooping with a spoon. Not only are these examples delicious in soup, but they’ve evolved into popular additions in pasta salads as well as side dishes.
For more information on different pasta varieties and how to use them visit our website. Hopefully we’ve put you on the path to National Pasta Day success. We recommend giving any of these cuts a try to celebrate the occasion. For all your pasta needs, visit your local store or shop with us online.
Mangia!
10 Year Pharmacy Health Blog: Bone & Joint Wellness (Bone & Joint Health National Action Week)
James Delaney
Pharmacy Student, PharmD Candidate 2026
Our bones and joints carry us through every stage of life, yet they’re often taken for granted until problems arise. Bone & Joint Health National Action Week, observed October 12–20, is a reminder to prioritize musculoskeletal health at all ages. Conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and back pain are among the most common health challenges, but with preventive care and lifestyle changes, we can reduce their impact and preserve mobility.
Pharmacists play a key role in supporting bone and joint health. We counsel patients on proper use of prescription medications, vitamin D, and calcium supplements. We also review prescriptions to minimize fall risk, which is especially important for older adults. Beyond medications, we encourage healthy habits such as regular weight-bearing exercise, balanced nutrition, and smoking cessation, all of which support long-term bone strength.
This awareness week is an opportunity to start conversations about joint care and prevention. By taking small steps now—whether it’s improving diet, moving more, or checking in about bone health screenings—patients can maintain independence and quality of life for years to come. Together, we can build stronger foundations for healthier living.
As autumn paints the landscape with brilliant reds, oranges and golds, there’s no better way to embrace the season than with a leaf-peeping adventure paired with a beautiful fall charcuterie board featuring California Table Grapes as the star. These sweet, juicy gems not only provide the perfect contrast to rich autumn cheeses and savory cured meats, but heart-healthy grapes are a convenient and easy take-along on your fall fun adventures. Whether you’re hiking to a scenic overlook or settling in for a picnic among the fallen leaves, California grapes bring vibrant, visual appeal and fresh flavor to your fall spread. Let the season’s bounty inspire your next fall adventure with a charcuterie board that celebrates both the beauty of fall foliage and the peak harvest season of California’s supreme grapes.
Why Choose California Grapes?
California Grapes are a Fall Fruit: With a season that starts in May and runs into January, fresh California grapes are widely available throughout the fall, delivering crisp, juicy sweetness.
- Vibrant Variety: Mix red, green and black grapes for a visually stunning charcuterie board.
- Pairing Power: Their natural sweetness balances salty cheeses, savory meats and crunchy nuts.
- Healthful and Crowd-Pleasing: Not only are California grapes incredibly delicious, they’re nutritious too. Grapes have no fat, no cholesterol, virtually no sodium and no added sugar! Grapes are also a good source of Vitamin K and a natural source of antioxidants and other polyphenols. Research shows that table grape consumption helps support heart health and may help promote healthy aging.
Build Your Board
Ingredients:
-1 bunch each of red, green and black California grapes (clip into small, easy-to-grab clusters)
-2-3 types of cheese (try a mix of soft brie, sharp cheddar and creamy blue)
-Swap out a blue/roquefort for these Grape Roquefort Canapés for a perfect blend of sweet, salty and nutty flavors.
– 2-3 cured meats that range in flavor from mild to spicy and vary in texture (salami, prosciutto, soppressata, Spanish chorizo)
-Nuts (almonds, walnuts or pistachios)
-Sweet (honey, fig jam or homemade preserves) and/or savory spreads (mustard, caramelized onions)
-This simple relish adds both a naturally sweet, gently tangy pairing for your charcuterie spread.
-Crackers, crostini, and sliced baguette
-Olives and pickled vegetables
Assembling Your Board
-Start by placing clusters of grapes in several spots on the board to anchor your charcuterie display with color and freshness.
-Add cheese wedges or cubes, spacing them around the grapes.
-Layer in meats, rolling or folding meats like salami into a triangle or get creative and make a salami rose or rolling slices for visual appeal. (check out one of the many online tutorials)
-Fill small bowls with spreads, nuts and pickled items, then tuck them among the larger items.
-Use nuts to fill gaps and add texture.
-Serve crackers and sliced baguette on the side or in dry areas on the board to keep them crisp.
-Garnish if desired with fresh rosemary for a festive touch.
With their crisp sweetness and refreshing bite, California grapes bring balance to every charcuterie board and joy to every gathering – the perfect way to savor fall’s finest flavors and the season’s simple pleasures.
10 Year Pharmacy Series: Family Health and Fitness Day 2025
Helping our shoppers support good health for their families is central to the mission of our company and our Pharmacy teams. Launched in 1996, Family Health and Fitness Day is a national day dedicated to supporting family wellness – getting active, eating well, managing stress and building strong family bonds through positive activities.
Family Meals is a great place to start! September is Family Meals Month, and we have been celebrating all month long! The Family Meals Movement is a national initiative that promotes the many benefits of family meals year-round. Some of those benefits include:
- Better nutrition and healthy weight
- Better grades
- Better social skills and more self-confidence
- Stronger family bonds
- Reduced risky behaviors and more physical activity
All of these are delivered by the power of eating and getting active together! Mental and physical health benefits of being active and eating together as often as possible are well-documented. No need to be fancy or perfect, it could be a pizza night, breakfast for dinner, tailgating at a school activity or a snack in the park – they all count toward that critical together time.
Getting active together may seem harder; keeping it simple will make it more likely to be maintained over time. Play frisbee or catch, walk in the park or around your neighborhood. Make it easy and let kids choose part of the activity, like which way to walk, or what song to choose. Make it a scavenger hunt around the house, with music that can be a little dance party when you’re stuck inside. Whenever possible, leave devices out of the moment, stowed in a backpack or pocket so you can all focus on each other and how good the activity makes you feel.
Our mission is to help you and yours be better together – Happy Family Health and Fitness Day!
Market 32 and Price Chopper Kick Off October Round-Up Campaign to Support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Funds raised will help advance critical research, equipment, and care
Schenectady, NY, October 1, 2025 – As part of Market 32’s 10-year anniversary campaign, Market 32 and Price Chopper are inviting customers to round up their change at checkout this October in support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. All 100% of donations will stay local, and to further the impact, Market 32 and Price Chopper will match all customer contributions, up to $10,000.
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals fuel life-saving treatments, innovative research, essential medical equipment, and child life programs at 170 hospitals across the U.S. and Canada. Donations will help provide care and comfort to kids and families across the neighborhood grocer’s footprint at:*
- Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center (Albany, NY)
- Boston Children’s Hospital (Boston, MA)
- Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (Hartford, CT)
- Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital (Mechanicsville, PA)
- Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital (Valhalla, NY)
- Mohawk Valley Health System (Utica, NY)
- Samaritan Medical Center (Watertown, NY)
- The University of Vermont Children’s Hospital (Burlington, VT)
- Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital (Syracuse, NY)
“Each donation, no matter the size, helps bring comfort, healing, and hope to children and families across our communities,” said Pam Cerrone, Market 32 and Price Chopper director of community relations. “Together, alongside our customers and teammates, we’re helping Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals deliver critical care today, and brighter tomorrows for kids.”