Create the Perfect Charcuterie Board!
Mia Teal
Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
What is better for snacking than a big, beautiful charcuterie board? Whether you are having a friend and family gathering, holiday party, or some sort of celebration, a charcuterie board is a great option. The best part is, there is no “right” or “wrong” way to create one, and you can theme the board to match the occasion.
What exactly is a charcuterie board? A charcuterie board typically contains some type of assortment of the following: Meats, cheeses, crackers, artisan toasted bread, fruits, veggies, olives, nuts, dips, desserts and whatever else you choose! Of course, you tailor your board to what you and your guests prefer. Additionally, with the holidays right around the corner, there are many fun desserts you can sprinkle onto your board.
Unsure of where to begin? We have you covered. The volume of items you need depend on how many guests you are providing for. Here are a few popular items for each category:
Meats: Prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, ham, smoked salmon
Cheeses: Goat cheese, Feta cheese, Swiss cheese, blue cheese, Brie Cheese
Crackers: PICS Oil & Herb Crackers, Wheat Thins, Ritz Crackers, pretzels
Artisan Bread: Ciabatta, sourdough, French, rye
Fruits: Grapes, blueberries, raspberries, apricots, figs
Veggies: Carrots, celery, snap peas, grape tomatoes, broccoli, pickles
Olives: Castelvetrano olives, Kalamata olives
Nuts: Walnuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios, pecans
Dips: Hummus, cream cheese, salsa, guacamole, honey, fig spread
Desserts (for holidays or any occasion): Chocolate covered strawberries, jellybeans, mints, candy corn, Hershey kisses, mini cookies, mini candy canes, peppermint bark, M&Ms
Charcuterie boards are a fun way to let your creative mind flow, as well as giving your guests something to admire. Enjoy!
Mia Teal
Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
The month of July has so much to offer. The weather is beautiful, school is out, and everywhere we look there are barbecues and picnics. It only makes sense that National Grilling Month is celebrated for the entirety of this month! When we think of firing up the grill, hot dogs and hamburgers are most likely the first thing to come to mind. However, there are actually an array of items that can be grilled. Some may even surprise you. Let’s take a look below!
Watermelon: Grilling watermelon is actually quite simple. If you are new to the whole “grilling fruit” idea, then you are in for a treat. Picture the juicy sweetness of watermelon with a smoky flavor. It is quite the combination. The watermelon should be cut into wedges and placed on a heated grill for two to three minutes. Some people may add sugar or spices, or just eat it plain.
Pineapple: Grilled pineapple is a must-try this summer. They can be cut in rings, wedges, or cubes. Many people brush the pineapple in butter and/or brown sugar, but that is optional. Lightly oil the grate and cook pineapple for two to three minutes.
Bananas: If you are a banana-lover, then you are in for a serious treat! To grill bananas, slice them down the middle with the peel intact. Place the cut-side of the banana on the grill and wait to see grill marks (should only be about two minutes). An option here is to sprinkle on sugar or honey. Using tongs, flip the bananas over for five more minutes, or until the peel starts to pull away. This is best served with vanilla ice cream. Speaking of, Price Chopper and Market 32 have a new line of PICS Pint Ice Cream! Check them out here.
Tofu: Looking to change up the way you eat tofu? Look no further! Grilled, seasoned tofu is a delicious summertime meal. You will want to buy firm or extra firm tofu, not soft. Press the excess liquid from the tofu prior to placing it on the grill, and make sure you oil the grill so the tofu does not stick. Cut tofu, paint with your marinade of choice, and then throw on the grill for two to three minutes each side. There you have it – Quick, easy, and anything but boring!
Pizza: If you have never grilled pizza before, then stop what you are doing and read this! Place the plain, formed dough on a cookie sheet and gently slide it onto the heated grill. The key here is to grill the dough on both sides, and then remove from the grill. Once you notice it starts to brown on one side, use tongs to flip. Once both sides are browned, let the crust cool on a rack for a few minutes to two hours. When you are ready, add your toppings and place back on the grill for two to three minutes.
Be sure to browse all-things grilling below for more traditional barbecue food!
HATFIELD 2# HARDWOOD SMOKED UNCURED HAM
Introducing the “New” Hatfield 2# Hardwood Smoked Uncured Ham, which is 96% Fat Free, has no added preservatives or hormones and is All Natural. Uncured Natural is quickly becoming the New Standard. Uncured means Natural and Natural means opportunity. Hatfield is taking that opportunity to be in the forefront of delivering on the Natural trend of products designed to meet consumer needs.
Today’s health conscious consumers are searching for healthier and natural choices. 75% of today’s consumers find it important to recognize the ingredients used in products and say that Natural is important to them.
Hatfield’s introduction of uncured items into the market place establishes them as a teacher and innovator in bringing healthy, better for you products to the concerned and scrutinizing consumer.
Look for Hatfield 2# Hardwood Smoked Uncured Ham in the Smoked Meat Section. Written by Jane N. GolubDirector In-Store Marketing Programs 
More than a dozen years ago, the idea for a New Items column was created. It started life as a monthly column in the Price Chopper weekly ad where two new items were described and pictured. Over the years, the monthly New Items column has turned into a weekly column and the two items are featured on the Price Chopper website for sixty days after being in our actual weekly ad. The New Items column will continue to appear in our weekly ad and two items will be featured each week. I am excited to tell you that I will be blogging about the New Items each week as well and look forward to hearing from you.
Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy
New Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy for men and women is a revolutionary line of nourishing shampoos and conditioners that turn the conventional hair care discussion on its head. This new approach “feeds the scalp”-not just the ends! 
Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy for women deeply nourished the scalp to work where it matters most, creating the right foundation for strong, beautiful hair from root to tip. The nourishing shampoos and conditioners are clinically proven to help restore the scalp’s natural moisture balance (when using shampoo and conditioner) and give women stronger (less breakage when combining vs. non-conditioning shampoo), more beautiful hair in just seven days!
Clear Men Scalp Therapy breaks the “one size fits all” approach to treating dandruff and is a lasting solution to one of the most common scalp issues for men-dandruff. This complete range of shampoos is specifically designed for men and clinically proven to provide 100 percent dandruff protection (no visible flakes with regular use).
Look for the Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy products in the Hair Care aisle!
Applegate Organic & Natural Meats
For 25 years, Applegate has been producing high-quality natural and organic meats and cheeses, including hot dogs, bacon, sausage, deli meats and frozen products. Natural can mean many things, but when you see the word “natural” on the Applegate label, you are guaranteed that the meat inside is:
- From humanely raised animals
- Free of antibiotics and hormones
- Free of chemical nitrites, nitrates or phosphates
- Free of artificial ingredients or preservatives
More than a dozen years ago, the idea for a New Items column was created. It started life as a monthly column in the Price Chopper weekly ad where two new items were described and pictured. Over the years, the monthly New Items column has turned into a weekly column and the two items are featured on the Price Chopper website for sixty days after being in our actual weekly ad. The New Items column will continue to appear in our weekly ad and two items will be featured each week. I am excited to tell you that I will be blogging about the New Items each week as well and look forward to hearing from you.
Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy
New Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy for men and women is a revolutionary line of nourishing shampoos and conditioners that turn the conventional hair care discussion on its head. This new approach “feeds the scalp”-not just the ends!
Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy for women deeply nourished the scalp to work where it matters most, creating the right foundation for strong, beautiful hair from root to tip. The nourishing shampoos and conditioners are clinically proven to help restore the scalp’s natural moisture balance (when using shampoo and conditioner) and give women stronger (less breakage when combining vs. non-conditioning shampoo), more beautiful hair in just seven days!
Clear Men Scalp Therapy breaks the “one size fits all” approach to treating dandruff and is a lasting solution to one of the most common scalp issues for men-dandruff. This complete range of shampoos is specifically designed for men and clinically proven to provide 100 percent dandruff protection (no visible flakes with regular use).
Look for the Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy products in the Hair Care aisle!
Applegate Organic & Natural Meats
For 25 years, Applegate has been producing high-quality natural and organic meats and cheeses, including hot dogs, bacon, sausage, deli meats and frozen products. Natural can mean many things, but when you see the word “natural” on the Applegate label, you are guaranteed that the meat inside is:
- From humanely raised animals
- Free of antibiotics and hormones
- Free of chemical nitrites, nitrates or phosphates
- Free of artificial ingredients or preservatives