How to Make a Memorable Mother's Day Brunch
Mother’s Day is almost here, and our brunch ideas can help you impress Mom while thanking her for all she does. Show Mom and the mother figures in your life how much they mean to you with a brunch that’s thoughtful, delicious and as special as they are.
5 Tips for a Foolproof Mother’s Day Brunch
- Would Mom prefer a big celebration or a more intimate gathering? What are her favorite brunch items? Plan the day around Mom’s needs.
- Last-minute planning rarely ends well. Plan your Mother’s Day brunch now, so you can shop for your items and prep some meal components ahead of time.
- While you want Mother’s Day brunch to be special, you also want it to go smoothly. Keep it simple with the uncomplicated recipes below, and supplement the meal with ready-to-eat items from your local Price Chopper or Market 32!
- Go above and beyond with an elegant table space that honors mom – decorate with fresh flowers and her favorite color palette or lay out cherished family photos for a meaningful meal.
- After brunch, package up any leftovers (giving Mom a much-deserved break!) and be sure to leave the kitchen squeaky clean!
Bold Brunch Beverages
Cheers to Mom with one of these delicious drinks!
- Viennese Coffee: For all the coffee-loving moms, this special cup of Joe will soothe Mom’s soul and satisfy her sweet tooth! Made with espresso and chocolate syrup, Viennese coffee is reminiscent of café mocha. Make it signature with toppings like whipped cream, chocolate chips and cocoa powder.
- Fresh Twists on Classic Brunch Beverages: Build a Bloody Mary bar with fun, flavorful toppings like bacon, cheese cubes, pickle spears, shrimp or hot sauce, or whip up classic mimosas. For special “momosas,” use lemonade or pineapple juice in place of traditional orange juice. Sangria is another perfect brunch beverage that’s easy to make in batches. Try our Red Lemon-Lime or Melon Sangrias! Combine the wine and fruit bases the night before, then add the remaining mix-ins right before serving.
- Mother’s Day Mocktail: If Mom doesn’t drink alcohol but wants something fresh and fruity, make her our mocktail, or create your own by mixing sparkling water, seltzer or fruit juices with fresh herbs and fruit. Add flair by garnishing with orange peels, lime wedges, cucumber strips or watermelon slices.
Make a Mom-Worthy Brunch Menu
Try these easy recipes for a flavorful Mother’s Day brunch that comes together in a breeze.
Breakfast Favorites: If traditional breakfast food is the way to Mom’s heart, treat her to a spread of her morning favorites. Make eggs Mom’s preferred way paired with all the breakfast fixings. For a special surprise, whip her up an omelet with her favorite veggies or this hearty Open-Faced Butternut Squash & Kale Omelet.
One-Dish Wonders: One-dish meals make gatherings a little less stressful. Prep them the night before, pop them in the oven in the morning and make any last-minute components while they cook. For one-dish crowd-pleasers, try our Instapot Breakfast Casserole, Bacon, Tomato & Mushroom Strata or Blueberry French Toast Bake.
Mexican for Mother’s Day: Give Mother’s Day brunch Mexican flair with grilled tostadas! These tasty tostadas contain poached eggs, black beans, avocado and feta cheese and are ready in just 15 minutes! Chilaquiles is another Mexican-inspired dish featuring crispy tortilla chips swimming in a rich salsa. Our version spices things up with chorizo and an easy enchilada sauce.
Don’t Forget Dessert: Shower Mom with love and extravagant treats! Round out brunch with a sweet and savory breakfast mashup like these Bacon Stuffed French Toast Rolls, or make bright and fruity Brown Sugar & Peach Parfaits. For a no-bake treat that’s ready in no time, try these Chocolate Tahini Bars or show your love with the ultimate indulgence: Red Velvet Brownies.
While Mom appreciates cards, flowers and food, remember that quality time together is what she cherishes. We hope our simple suggestions make your Mother’s Day brunch memorable!
Visit our Mother’s Day page for recipes, ideas and more!
Wedding Floral at Price Chopper!
It’s coming up on that time of year again, wedding season is almost upon us! At Price Chopper/Market 32 we are excited to do our part to make your wedding extra special. We offer a variety of floral styles from bouquets and corsages to table arrangements and more. Allow us to create an unforgettable display for your big day!
Choose from a list of popular wedding flowers including hydrangeas, sunflowers, roses, dahlias, calla lilies, and more. We offer beautiful bouquets such as our Garden Rose Succulent Splendor, Hot Pink Calla Lily Bouquet, Romantic Bridal Bouquet, or Wedding Bells Bridal Bouquet. You can even customize your own bouquets, corsages, or boutonnieres to come out exactly as you want. Check out these options and more on My Floral Place.
Whether your big day is small and chic, or large and glamourous we can help you achieve your dream. You’ll love our custom designed floral pieces hand crafted to your liking by our talented Floral Designers. Plus, we buy direct from the source to save you more on your special day. Schedule a free consultation with your local store to discuss bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages, ceremony pieces, aisle enhancements, tablescapes, reception pieces, cake décor and more!
We know how important it is for your wedding day to be as perfect as possible. With our Floral designs, we strive to provide a picturesque look for your special day, tailored exactly to your wants and needs. Visit our website for more information.
For more floral inspiration, check out our Pinterest page!
ScriptDrop Delivers Convenience and Safety to Price Chopper Pharmacy Customers
Did you know that Price Chopper Pharmacies are beginning to offer same-day prescription delivery? With eight locations currently offering this great service and many more on the way, we’re putting your health and safety first.
If you’re already getting your groceries delivered from Price Chopper, prescription delivery is a no-brainer. Requesting prescription delivery is easy!
- Check this page for participating Price Chopper Pharmacy locations. As long as your home, office, or assisted living facility is within ten miles of a participating location, you’re eligible for delivery.
- Call the Pharmacy before noon for same-day delivery between 2pm-6pm, Monday through Friday. Calling after noon? You’ll receive your delivery the next business day.
- After your prescription has been processed, the Pharmacy will call to collect your copayment and the $4.99 delivery fee.
- You will receive a text or call to confirm your delivery time.
- Prescriptions will be delivered to your doorstep by a professional, HIPAA-compliant ScriptDrop driver. Currently, all deliveries are contactless for your safety.
Price Chopper is pleased to partner with ScriptDrop for prescription delivery. Based in Columbus, Ohio and established in 2017, ScriptDrop partners with pharmacies, health systems, and couriers to ensure patients get their medications as safely and efficiently as possible. With delivery options in all 50 states, ScriptDrop is the first organization to provide both pharmacy-initiated and patient-initiated solutions to better reduce prescription abandonment and improve health outcomes.
If you have questions about same-day delivery, call your Price Chopper Pharmacy.
Not yet a Price Chopper Pharmacy customer? In addition to offering automatic refills, COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, and caring health professionals who can answer your questions, you may have access to same-day prescription delivery.
KCC Dessert Tacos with Dulce de Leche
Jodie Fitz
These dessert tacos served with homemade Dulce de Leche are great for both Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day celebrations. When making the Dulce de Leche, set a timer with the kids for the slow cooking and stirring process to help teach them the concept of time. You can even turn it into a game with planned activities to do in between or use it as a time to get them to help you around the house.
This recipe is great to print and file for many celebratory activities including a fun, edible dish for ‘make your own sundae’ activities.
‘Kitchens are made for making memories and making messes.’ ~ Jodie Fitz
Dessert Tacos with Dulche de Leche (Mexican caramel sauce) by Jodie Fitz
16 oz. PICS light or heavy cream
1 cup PICS granulated sugar
1 cinnamon stick
2 teaspoons PICS vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon PICS salt
¼ teaspoon PICS baking soda
Flour tortillas, smaller sized
2 teaspoons PICS cinnamon
PICS nonstick cooking spray
PICS Ice cream
Combine the cream and ½ cup of sugar in a saucepan or Dutch oven and stir over low heat. Once the sugar has dissolved, add the cinnamon stick, vanilla extract and salt. Continue to stir, bringing to a boil. Lower the heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
Turn off the heat and add the baking soda. Stir as the mixture foams, and continue stirring until the foaming stops.
Return the sauce to a low heat and cook for approximately 60 minutes, stirring every 10–15 minutes. It will thicken and start to caramelize as it cooks. Allow the sauce to cool before transferring it to a squeeze bottle or storage container.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Flip a muffin pan upside down and coat the bottom with a light layer of nonstick cooking spray.
In a pie plate or other flat dish, stir together the remaining ½ cup sugar and two teaspoons of cinnamon.
Baste both sides of each tortilla with water. Dredge both sides in the cinnamon sugar, and place folded in between the cups of a muffin pan to create a taco shell.
Bake until toasted, 15 -20 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the muffin pan.
Fill the shells with ice cream and top them with your homemade dulche de leche, chocolate sauce, and any other toppings you enjoy.
Dulce de leche: A traditional Mexican caramel sauce, typically made with cow’s milk. Dulce de leche made with goat milk is known as cajeta.
Lighter Filling: You can fill these taco shells with your favorite fresh or frozen yogurt and top them with fresh fruit.
Storing Dulce de Leche: Can be stored in a container in the refrigerator for several weeks.
Storing Baked Taco Shells: The taco shells can be made ahead and kept in an airtight container for several days.
Other Toppings: You can also add additional toppings to the mix including chocolate sauce, sprinkles and fruit, etc.
Cooking with Kids: Every recipe is filled with life skills that help to encourage children’s confidence in the kitchen. Here are a few to focus on when making this recipe:
- Measuring ingredients
- Following directions
- Stovetop safety
- Boiling
- Concept of dissolving
- Concept of caramelizing
- Concept of thickening
- Baking and oven safety
- Food storage
Earth Day Cuisine - The Plant Powered Plate
Ellie Wilson
MS, RDN, Manager, Health and Wellness
Earth Day, the largest secular observance event in the world, will be recognized again on its 51st anniversary, April 22nd. Over 1 billion people in 184+ countries will be engaged in activities and events that promote improved care and feeding of our unique planet. There is a streaming international event online and events that focus on community connection, education and collaboration in venues near and far.
Adding more plants to your plate is one way to engage in supporting Earth Day, agriculture and individual health. Americans at every age and stage have plenty of room to add more plant-based foods. Recent research released by the Produce for Better Health Foundation shows an almost 10% decline in fruit and vegetable intake since 2004. As 2021 is also the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, we fully support all efforts to add bounty and benefits of powering your plate with plants, and we have some resources to make it easy.
Recipe for a Plant Powered Plate
- Most people only eat just one vegetable one time per day – up the ante on that, double up veggie portions when you have them, and add some to all meals and snacks.
- Energize your day with a quick cup of 100% juice – a 4 ounce serving equals a full serving of fruit! Add 100% juice to water, vinaigrettes, marinades, or freeze in ice cube trays and bag up for a quick way to add flavor and benefits to your favorite drink.
- Participate in “conscious cuisine” – promoted by the Produce for Better Health Foundation, being more mindful of how plants can bring flavor, texture, antioxidants, fiber, and more to a dish. More plant-based eating benefits human and agricultural wellbeing.
- Check out the Know Your Colors Plant Powered nutrition guide for plant-based foods that only contain plant-based ingredients and at least 5 grams of protein.
- Find more ways to bring climate literacy and food education together here.
Some delicious plant-forward recipes from the Price Chopper recipe collections:
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Silly Egg Head Planters by Jodie Fitz
Whether you’re an avid gardener or a novice, these eggshell planters are a great way to craft and recycle while celebrating Earth Day and starting your garden prep. You can plant vegetables, fruits or herbs, and if you don’t like to garden, you can plant flowers or grass and still have fun!
Supplies Needed:
Eggs
Egg Carton
Vegetable or herb seeds
Colorful permanent markers
Seed starting potting mix
Plastic Spoon
Easy Instructions:
To prepare in advance, when baking or cooking with eggs in the days before the activity, crack them at the top so that you keep three-quarters of the eggshell intact.
- Place the empty eggshells in an egg tray and let dry overnight. The tray will provide stability for your eggs once they are planted.
- Gently create silly faces on the eggs using permanent, colorful markers.
- Using a small plastic spoon, fill the eggs with potting soil.
- Add 1 to 3 seeds (depending on what you are planting) into the dirt and cover the seeds with a little more soil.
- Water the plants.
More on making Silly Eggshell Planters:
All Planted: Keep your silly egg heads in a sunny window and water as needed. Germination time depends on the plant. You can learn more on your seed packet(s).
Find the Supplies: You can find almost everything you need for this activity when shopping at Price Chopper/Market 32.
- Markers: school supply aisle.
- Plastic spoons: paper supply aisle.
- Eggs: dairy aisle.
- Seeds: floral department.
- Potting soil: seasonal aisle or floral dept.
Watering Suggestion: PICS brand paper coated cups are great for watering. You can squeeze the cup to create a spout and control the amount of water. They can also be found in the paper supply aisle.
Transplanting: Eventually, the seedlings will outgrow the eggshells. You can transfer them to a larger planter or your garden, depending on the weather. Gently break the shell and plant it with the seedlings; it helps to feed the soil and your plant.
Picnic Locations in New York
Spring is finally in the air! The weather is starting to warm up and it’s time to get back outside. One of the best ways to enjoy the outdoors is a picnic with family or friends. Luckily, there are many places in our region that are perfect for a picnic. Here are some of our favorite locations!
Clift Park, Skaneateles, NY:
Just a short drive from Syracuse, Clift Park offers a great view of the beautiful Skaneateles Lake. Once you’re done eating you can walk out onto the pier that stretches into the lake. The park also offers a public beach open during the summer.
John Boyd Thacher State Park, Voorheesville, NY:
When you picnic at Thacher Park you have the choice of a panoramic view of mountains and trees or sitting next to a waterfall. No matter what you choose, the location offers the perfect scenery for adventurous picnickers. Plus, dogs are always welcome!
Overlook Park, South Burlington, VT:
Overlook Park is known for its scenic views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. The 1.7-acre park is picturesque for picnics, watching the sunset, or taking a walk on the recreational path.
Elm Park, Worcester, MA:
Elm Park in Worcester offers a ton of family fun! Featuring a great playground, walking trails, bridges, water features, and of course picnic areas. The park also hosts nature programs for kids, and concerts on certain evenings.
Kirby Park, Wilkes-Barre, PA:
In 1921, Fred Morgan Kirby donated over 70 acres of riverfront land and hired the Olmstead Brothers firm, the preeminent landscape architects, to design a people’s park. Today the park still serves as favorite picnic spot in Pennsylvania.
Veterans Memorial Park, Southington, CT:
Veterans Memorial is a beautiful park located in Southington. The park offers wonderful picnic areas as well as a variety of facilities to take advantage of after eating. Check it out if you’re looking for a day of fun in the sun!
With the weather warming up we are excited to start getting back outside. Our region offers up a ton of beautiful parks for picnics and outdoor fun. Check out these favorites or do some exploring of your own! Be sure to stop by your local Price Chopper/Market or shop with us online for all your picnic needs!
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KCC Grilled Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Grilled Egg and Cheese Sandwich by Jodie Fitz
Have leftover, hard boiled Easter Eggs? We’ve got you covered at the Price Chopper/Market 32 Kids Cooking Club. You can turn them into a simple, but delicious, grilled egg and cheese sandwich. This combo is perfect for a breakfast sandwich, lunch or an easy dinner. YUM, yum and more yum…
2 slices PICS whole grain bread (or your favorite)
1 PICS hardboiled egg
½ cup PICS shredded sharp cheese
1/8 teaspoon PICS ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon PICS salt
1/8 teaspoon PICS paprika
1/8 teaspoon PICS black pepper
¼ teaspoon PICS onion powder
PICS butter
Peel and slice the hardboiled egg.
Stir the ground mustard, salt, paprika, black pepper and onion powder together with the shredded cheese.
Sprinkle half of the cheese onto one slice of bread. Place the egg slices on the cheese and then top with the rest of the cheese. Finish with the second slice of bread.
Melt butter in a pan over medium to low heat. Add the sandwich, toast one side and carefully flip to toast the other side.
Side Serves: This sandwich is great for breakfast with fruit on the side. It’s also delicious for lunch and you can add fresh veggies or salad.
Cooking with Kids: Every recipe is filled with life skills that help to encourage a child’s confidence in the kitchen. Here are a few to focus on when making this recipe;
- Peeling eggs
- Slicing
- Knife safety
- Measuring ingredients
- Stirring
- Grilling a sandwich
- Stovetop safety
- Flipping
- Following Directions
Meringue Nests
by Jodie Fitz
5 egg whites
2 teaspoons PICS vanilla extract
1 cup PICS light brown sugar
8 oz. PICS whipping cream
1/4 cup PICS confectioner’s sugar
1 teaspoon PICS vanilla extract
Pre-heat the oven to 325 degrees. Spread the brown sugar on a non-stick baking sheet. Place it in the oven for approximately eight minutes, remove it and let it fully cool.
Place the dried brown sugar into a mini chopper or food processor to bring it to a dried, granulated state.
Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until they form stiff peeks. Add in the vanilla extract and sprinkle in approximately an 1/8 cup of the granulated brown sugar at a time and continue to mix with the electric mixer until it has all been added and mixed thoroughly.
On a piece of parchment paper, make approximately four – 4” circles with a permanent marker. Flip the paper so that the ink is face down on a nonstick baking sheet; you will be able to see the lines through the paper. Using a spoon to scoop the meringue onto the paper on the inside of the ring. Bake the meringues at 325 degrees for 30 – 35 minutes.
Turn off the oven, but open it a crack and let the meringues cool in the opened oven for an additional 35 – 40 minutes.
Just before serving, add the whipping cream, confectioner’s sugar and vanilla extract together in a mixing bowl. Whip until it is stiff.
Fill each nest with cream and top it off with Cadbury mini chocolate filled eggs with the crisp colored shells or PICS frozen mixed berries that have been thawed.
Egg White Time Tip: Yes, you can crack the eggs and separate the yolk from the whites. However, then you have all of the yolks that you either toss or find another way to use. Or, you can simplify and buy the PICS egg whites located near the regular eggs at your Price Chopper and Market 32 Supermarkets.
Drawing the Circles: I trace a small bowl, but you can use a ruler or protractor to create the circles as well. Just make sure you turn the ink side down before adding the meringue. You can make smaller circles for smaller bites if desired.
Storing Extras: If you have additional nests and cream, store them separately.
Cooking with Kids: Every recipe is filled with life skills that help to encourage children’s confidence in the kitchen. Here are a few to focus on when making this recipe;
- Separating eggs
- Whipping eggs
- Electric mixer safety
- Scooping
- Baking
- Oven safety
- Mini chopper or food processor safety
- Measuring ingredients
- Following directions
New Items: Cabot Triple Cream Premium Yogurt
The Northeast’s beloved dairy cooperative, Cabot Creamery, is sharing their farmers’ heavenly new way to indulge your sweetest cravings.
If you’re looking to treat yourself, look no further than Cabot Creamery’s new Triple Cream Premium Yogurt. Each serving is not only rich in flavor, but packed with protein, too. Talk about decadence with benefits! These yogurts are made with the finest ingredients and will leave your sweet tooth satisfied at any time of day.
Price Chopper carries three mouthwatering flavors of these new premium treats: Chocolate Mousse, Salted Caramel and Vanilla Chai. Which will you try first?!
Chocolate Mousse
A chocolate lover’s dream: sweet and rich yet balanced by the slight tang of yogurt. Find delight in each luscious spoonful.
Salted Caramel
If you’re more of a sweet-and-savory fan, Salted Caramel is the perfect flavor for you. Each bite takes your tastebuds on a journey between sweet notes of caramel and savory hits of salt.
Vanilla Chai
A new twist on classic vanilla, the subtle spices of chai enhance our traditional vanilla, creating a delightfully sumptuous flavor profile. Discover the power of premium taste with each spoonful of Vanilla Chai.
Cabot’s Triple Cream yogurts are conveniently sized for everyone to choose their own favorite flavor! Perfect for anytime, anywhere…take some time out for yourself and explore Cabot Creamery’s new premium line at your local Price Chopper today. Your taste buds will thank you!