Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs December 20, 2015

ATKINS HARVEST TRAIL BARS

Atkins Harvest Trail Bars are a good source of protein.  They are low in Sugar and Net Carbs.  Atkins Harvest Trail Bars have no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives along with no sugar alcohols.

Atkins Harvest Trail Bars have more natural ingredients with pieces of fruit.  They are a less processed bar with a cleaner, easier to understand package label. Atkins Harvest Trail Bars are available in four delicious flavors: Dark Chocolate Peanut ButterAtkins Harvest Bar Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Dark Chocolate Cherry & Nuts Vanilla Fruit & Nuts   Look for Atkins Harvest Trail Bars in the Diet/Nutritional aisle.  

CENTRUM VITAMINTS

New Centrum VitaMints multivitamins are a unique combination of Centrum-VitaMintsessential nutrients you enjoy like a mint. Take Centrum VitaMints any time of day, with or without food or water, to replenish your body with vitamins and minerals that support your energy, immunity, metabolism and overall well-being. Centrum is the most recommended, most studied, most preferred multivitamin brand. Look for Centrum VitaMints in the Vitamin aisle with the other Centrum Vitamins.   Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs December 13, 2015

PROGRESSO COOKING STOCKProgresso cooking stock

At Progresso, their kitchens have embraced a vibrant way of living and eating for over 100 years. And now, Progresso introduces a new way to bring flavor to any dish – introducing Progresso Cooking Stocks.  Progresso Cooking Stocks are gently simmered with real bones, bright vegetables and aromatic herbs to create stocks that are rich and deeply layered. Progresso Cooking Stocks come in Chicken Stock, Unsalted Chicken and Vegetable varieties.  Add a savory dimension to bring the flavors of your cooking to life. Look for Progresso Cooking Stocks in the Soup aisle – Broths and Stocks section – and add flavor to your next meal.  

SABRA VEGGIE DIPS

Sabra veggie dipSabra’s all-natural Greek Yogurt dip has 67% fewer calories and 88% less fat than the leading sour cream dips.  Gluten Free, it is composed of 100% farm-fresh vegetables. Tzatziki is one of the world’s most favorite dips.  Sabra makes theirs with ingredients like cucumber, garlic, milk and dill. Farmer’s Ranch is a fresh take on America’s favorite bottled dressing and dip with 60% fewer calories and 75% less fat per serving compared to the leading ranch dips.  A delicious and better for you dressing or snacking choice. So dip right in with your favorite veggies, grab a friend and share the experience.  Fresh, crisp, delicious – what’s not to love? Look for Sabra Veggie Dips in the Deli Department. Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs November 29, 2015

RIENZI ITALIAN STYLE BREAD CRUMBSrienzi-bread-crumbs-italian-100223

Rienzi is a family owned company with their own farms in southern Italy.  The farms are located in Santa Maria, Italy. The Rienzi family has taken pride in growing the quality healthy ingredients found in the Rienzi Bread Crumbs for their customers.  They wanted to find a way to bring authentic Italian taste to kitchens across America.  In order to do this, they needed to grow the ingredients on their pristine farm land filled with nutrients in Basilicata, Italy. This allows them to control what is found in every canister of the Italian Style Breadcrumbs.  They help bring the great taste of the Italian Countryside to your kitchen.  The special Rienzi spice flavored recipe is enhanced with imported Pecorino Romano Cheese. The natural flavors help bring the most out of your dishes and are great for a healthy meal.  These are authentic Italian Flavored Bread Crumbs – a taste of Italy in every bite.  Buon Appetito from the Rienzi Family. Look for Rienzi Italian Style Bread Crumbs in the Bread Crumbs, Coating, and Stuffing aisle.

RIENZI SUPER PREMIUM PASTA SAUCE

RIENZI sauce Rienzi is a family owned company with their own farms in southern Italy.  The farms are located in Santa Maria, Italy. The Rienzi family has taken pride in growing the quality healthy ingredients found in the Rienzi Pasta Sauces for their customers.  They wanted to find a way to bring authentic Italian taste to kitchens across America. In order to do this, they set aside 500 acres of pristine farm land filled with nutrients in Basilicata, Italy.  This is where they grow the premium tomatoes needed for production of their new Super Premium Pasta Sauce line. All the ingredients are 100% Italian and will bring the taste of the Italian Countryside to your Kitchen.  What better way to impress your family and friends than to be an authentic Italian cook!! The following varieties of Rienzi Super Premium Pasta Sauce are available in the Pasta/Sauce aisle of your favorite Price Chopper/Market32 store: Rienzi Arrabbiata Super Premium Pasta Sauce Rienzi Marinara Super Premium Pasta Sauce Rienzi Tomato with Basic Super Premium Pasta Sauce Rienzi Vodka Super Premium Pasta Sauce Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs November 15, 2015

DOLE FRUITOCRACYDole Fruitocracy

Dole is proud to introduce new and improved Dole Fruitocracy – Squeezable Fruit Pouch – a replacement for Squish’ems! You are pretty authentic and uniquely you, right?  That is the way Dole thinks snacks should be made too.  With Dole Fruitocracy, it is what’s inside that matters most.  That is why Dole Fruitocracy pouches are made with straight up, delicious, all natural fruit.  So, go ahead, enjoy a snack that is as real as can be – just like you.  Straight Up Fruit, Straight Up You! Try them all – Apple, Apple Strawberry, Apple Mixed Berry, Apple Pineapple, Apple Banana and Apple Cherry. They are naturally Gluten Free, No High-Fructose Corn Syrup, No refined sugar and Non-GMO.  The packaging is BPA-Free. Look for Dole Fruitocracy in the Canned and Glass Fruit aisle.

saverne_artisanal_lgSAVERNE ARTISANAL KRAUT

A new trend in sauerkraut is coming to your favorite Price Chopper/Market32 store! Saverne Artisanal Sauerkraut, in delicious on-trend flavors of Sriracha, Craft Beer and Dill & Garlic, is naturally fermented to promote good digestive health and is non-GMO, gluten-free, cholesterol-free, fat-free and a good source of Vitamin C. Re-sealable glass jars provide convenience and served hot or cold, thee flavors and clean ingredient panel of Saverne Artisanal Kraut is a perfect meal complement, a side dish, topping or recipe ingredient. Look for Saverne Artisanal Kraut in the Canned and Jarred Vegetable Aisle. Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs November 15, 2015

FUNWICH from BLUE BUNNY

New Blue Bunny Funwich!  Ice cream and cookies will never be the same! Your family loves cookies and loves ice cream…Now you and your family can have the best of both treats in just the right size!Funwich from Blue Bunny Enjoy Vanilla Chocolate Chip, creamy vanilla ice cream layered on an indulgent chocolate chip cookie and dipped in a smooth milky chocolate coating – or Cookies ‘N Cream, creamy cookies ‘n cream ice cream layered on an indulgent chocolate cookie and dipped in a smooth white confectionary coating. Both come on a stick for a convenient treat.  Indulge! Look for Funwich from Blue Bunny in the Ice Cream section of the Frozen aisle.

LAWRY’S SEASONED COATING MIXES

Lawrys oven bakesTry Lawry’s new line of delicious breadings made with panko bread crumbs and flavored with irresistible blends of salt, spices and seasonings.  Crispy Seasoned Oven Baked Mixes in three delicious flavors – Buffalo Chicken, Homestyle Chicken and Signature Southern.  Your family will love the outrageous flavor and crunchy texture of this mouthwatering, crispy baked chicken. Lawry’s Buffalo Chicken Crispy Oven Bake Mix has crisp panko bread crumbs and the traditional tangy and spicy Buffalo-style flavor you love.  It’s fantastic on all types of chicken and pork. Lawry’s Homestyle Chicken Crispy Oven Bake Mix has crisp panko bread crumbs and is perfectly seasoned with paprika and rosemary for a rich and savory flavor – all you need for delicious chicken or pork. Lawry’s Signature Southern Crispy Oven Bake Mix has crisp panko bread crumbs and Lawry’s Seasoned Salt – our signature blend of salt, spices and herbs that has been a family favorite for over 75 years.   This traditional seasoning is all you need for delicious chicken or fish. It’s amazing what a little Lawry’s flavor can do.  Bring the Zing! Look for Lawry’s Seasoned Coating Mixes in the Spice aisle. Written by Sara Lilkas, Marketing Intern  Thanksgiving is right around the corner and for almost everyone it is a day to be thankful for what they have, spend time with family, and most importantly eat a delicious Thanksgiving Feast. Since the majority of us are guests at these Thanksgiving events we do not have to worry about cooking many of the complex dishes that are expected to be served as part of the festivities. Now even for experienced cooks, the Thanksgiving meal can be a daunting task. Even if you aren’t cooking for a large group of people there are usually high expectations that go along with Thanksgiving dinners and no one wants to disappoint their guests. Holiday dinnerIf you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year, it is essential to sit down and plan out the tasks that need to be completed ahead of time and create your plan of attack. At this point you have to think about what kind of planning works for you. I like making lists where I can check things off as I do them. (For some reason the physical act of checking something off makes me feel like I’m actually accomplishing something and makes the whole task seem more bearable.)  I find it especially helpful when I am presented with tasks that seem overwhelming or difficult. As with almost everything in this world what works for me might not work for you, so it might be beneficial to host a smaller gathering (maybe with a few friends) as a test run to see how you like to plan or organize these kind of events. Now that you know how you want to organize your Thanksgiving dinner, it’s time to actually plan it. Starting to prep around two weeks in advance is the ideal time frame. This is when recipes should be gathered and narrowed down to the final menu. When planning the menu think about what time you are planning to serve dinner as well as what kitchen tools will be needed for each dish and how long everything takes to prep and prepare. As part of the planning process you will want to make sure you have everything required to complete those recipes. Timing is another thing to consider. Since it’s safe to assume most people only have one oven, planning out the space andiStock_000006683483_Medium time every dish needs to be fully cooked is essential. At this point go back through your planned menu and see what can be prepped and prepared ahead of time. Items such as pie crust dough and cranberry sauce can be made a few days ahead a time. Many vegetables can also be chopped and prepped ahead of time. Take a look at the menu and decide which items can be prepped early to save you some time on Thanksgiving Day. Now let’s get talking about that turkey. The weight of your turkey determines how long it takes to defrost if you have purchased a frozen turkey. It could take DAYS!( Please refer to our We Know Turkey guide for more information about defrosting and cooking turkeys!)Make sure you plan accordingly, no one wants a frozen turkey on Thanksgiving Day! Also make sure you have a safe environment to thaw your turkey out in. Plan out how you are going to cook your turkey and if you are worried about how it will turn out, it’s not a bad idea to practice on a smaller turkey or a whole chicken in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving. Pricechopper has plenty of different turkey recipes to try out and who knows maybe one will become your new holiday favorite! I hope these tips help to make your holiday season less stressful and more enjoyable! Make sure to share your Thanksgiving table pictures with #PriceChopper and #Market32 on Twitter and Instagram! joseph carrThanksgiving will be here before you know it, so there’s no better time than now to start planning your upcoming feast.  While you may be more focused on prepping the food menu, make sure you don’t forget about the wine!  Thankfully, with a traditional spread of appetizers, savory meats, mashed potatoes, yams, stuffing, cranberry sauce, pickled this and peppered that, all the way to pumpkin or pecan pie, there are dozens of wine pairing possibilities.  Make the most of your Thanksgiving dinner with a few easy and classic wine selections sure to please any palate. Founded by world-class sommelier Joseph Carr, Josh Cellars wine was created and named in honor of his Dad.  With 6 varietals in the portfolio, Josh Cellars wines are bold yet approachable, affordable and perfect for your Thanksgiving celebration. For those who prefer white wine, offering a crisp Chardonnay with ripe fruit flavorsjosh cellers chard is always a good idea.  Josh Cellars Chardonnay is balanced with hints of citrus and subtle oak that can stand up to rich foods like corn pudding and green bean casserole.  It also pairs particularly well with stuffing, especially if it’s made with apples. Josh Cellars Pinot NoirFruit forward and food-friendly, Pinot Noir is a classic favorite and common fixture at the Thanksgiving table.  Josh Cellars Pinot Noir is bursting with flavors of cherry, strawberry and a hint of chocolate.  Balanced with bright acidity, this medium bodied wine won’t overpower the delicate flavors of turkey or holiday ham. Last but not least, try serving a more robust wine to round out your meal.  Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon is bursting with dark fruits and flavors of cinnamon, clove and toasted oak. It has firm tannins and a long finish that complement a flavorful holiday roast or rich chocolate dessert.Josh-Cellars-Cabernet-Sauvignon While there may be many competing flavors on the Thanksgiving table, selecting a versatile wine doesn’t have to be a challenge fit only for a sommelier.  You can worry less and enjoy more this Thanksgiving by selecting affordable, quality wine like those from Josh Cellars. Cheers! Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs November 8, 2015

GORTON’S EVERYDAY GOURMET FILLETS

Bring chef-inspired seafood to your table with Gorton’s Everyday Gourmet Fillets.  Extra-large, wild caught Cod fillets and white and flaky Tilapia fillets.  Gorton’s is so proud of these fillets, they have even included a window in the package so you can see the quality!  Flavors you’ll love.  Quality you can see.  All are extra-large fillets with no msg or artificial flavors. Gortons parm crusted codTry one of these three new delicious varieties today! Gorton’s Parmesan Crusted Cod.  Extra-large, wild caught Cod fillets in panko breadcrumbs seasoned with aged parmesan cheese and a hint of black pepper. Gorton’s Pub-Style Beer Batter Cod.  Extra-large, wild caught Cod fillets in a crispy batter, made with real draft beer. Gorton’s Tuscan Garlic & Herb Tilapia.  Extra-large, flaky Tilapia fillets in crispy Italian breadcrumbs seasoned with roasted garlic, basil and oregano. Look for Gorton’s Everyday Gourmet Fillets in the Frozen aisle.

McCORMICK SLOW COOKER SAUCES

McCormick Slow Cooker Sauces are a completely new line of recipe sauces packed full of flavor that help you to create a home cooked, fresh tasting family meal in your slow cooker. Convenient and easy – with the high quality McCormick’s flavor you have come to trust.McCormick slow cooker Try these three delicious comfort food favorites: Pot Roast with Caramelized Onions and Cracked Black  Pepper Hearty Beef Stew with Savory Herbs and Onion Smoky Bourbon BBQ Pulled Pork Just add meat and vegetables and a delicious meal will be waiting when you and your family are ready for dinner!  Enjoy! Look for McCormick Slow Cooker Sauces in the Spice aisle. Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs November 1, 2015

KELLOGG’S SPECIAL K FLATBREAD MEDLEYS

Enjoy a warm and delicious way to start your day with Special K Flatbread Breakfast Sandwiches.  A tasty breakfast revelation for 240 or less calories and an excellent source of protein.Special K Flatbread sandwiches Special K Flatbread Sandwiches are a healthy quick-on-the-go Breakfast which does not sacrifice great taste.  As a good source of protein, Special K Flatbread Sandwiches will keep you feeling satisfied without wasted calories!  You can feel good about starting your day with this nutritious, healthy and convenient breakfast! Bacon Egg & Cheese Flatbread Sandwich combine Multigrain flatbread, real eggs and the savory deliciousness of bacon for 220 calories with 11g of protein and 3g of fiber.  Spinach Egg & Cheese Flatbread Sandwich is crafted with a slice of tasty cheese on top of a medley of eggs and spinach, all between a thin bagel made with whole grain.  Taste either and you’ll want to make breakfast a standing appointment. Look for Kellogg’s Special K Flatbread Medleys in the Frozen Breakfast Section in the Frozen Food aisle.

WELCH’S GRAHAM SLAMS FROZEN SNACK

New Welch’s Graham Slam Frozen Treats, Creamy Peanut Butter and Jelly spread between two Whole Grain Graham Crackers, come in two delicious varieties, Grape and Strawberry (from berries grown exclusively in North America!). Welch's Grand Slam sandwichesThese delicious frozen treats contain no High Fructose Corn Syrup or Artificial Colors or Flavors.  Welch’s Graham Slams do contain 7g of Protein and 12g of Whole Grain – which add up to a delicious Power Packed treat ready anytime! Welch’s Graham Slams are a Frozen Treat which can be enjoyed either Thawed or as a Cool Frozen Snack!  Grab one right out of your freezer or bring it to school or work with your lunch for a Delicious Treat whenever you need a pick-me-up! You can find Welch’s Graham Slams in the Frozen Aisle where you find your favorite frozen Handheld Snacks. Written by Sara Lilkas, Marketing Intern  Scarey Pumpkins BOO! Did Halloween sneak up on you too? Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays. Growing up I took every single excuse I could to wear a princess dress and ran with it. (I mean there was also the free candy thing, but who doesn’t love running around in a poofy ball gown?) Now that I’m 23 and trick or treating is no longer an option, more creative measures have to be taken to celebrate this spooky and sugar high inducing holiday. For adults, even those who are reluctantly adults, there a couple of fairly simple and budget friendly options that can be planned out in almost no time at all! The Scary Movie Marathon A movie marathon is an easy and fairly cheap way to get the spook factor in. Even though video rental stores are no longer a thing, RedBox sometimes has seasonal offerings and for around $1 a night you can’t really go wrong. Another option is to ask your friends to bring over their favorite scary movie DVDs if they have any. I personally don’t believe any scary movie marathon is complete without The Shining, a film from the Scream series, and A Nightmare on Elm Street. I am sure there are some horror aficionados out there who will disagree with me, but these are the scary movies I grew up not being allowed to watch, so obviously they became my favorites….well at least once they stopped giving me nightmares. Now for those who are feeling nostalgic I would recommend the Halloweentown series or Nightmare Before Christmas (or really anything done by Tim Burton since he has mastered the art of being creepy and awesome without being terrifying.) And there is simply no such thing as a Halloween movie marathon without Hocus Pocus. I don’t care what you are doing when Hocus Pocus is on TV, you sit down and watch. iStock_000048683394_MediumBut the pillowcase full of free candy is still missing. Now this is the true tragedy of growing up. What hits the sweet spot (see what I did there) is inviting your friends over for a spooktacular movie marathon with Halloween themed baked goods and snacks. One of my favorite Halloween time movie snacks is this sweet and salty popcorn recipe featuring peanut butter and the sugary goodness known as candy corn!  Now I have personally decided that the calories from candy corn consumed in October simply do not count. So I recommend adding it to as many snacks as possible such as Halloween themed trail mix and cupcakes. The Halloween Party Now if you do not think it is fun to watch movies that are meant to terrify you, a more low-key affair may be more your style. And by low-key I mean anything from a few friends over to a raging costume party. Halloween can also be the perfect excuse to throw a masquerade party(I’ve always wanted to go to a masquerade party so I’m just throwing that out there.) At any Halloween event costumes should be required, it does not hinder your cool factor to dress up, in my opinion it makes you more awesome, but let’s talk about planning this thing. No matter how extravagant your Halloween affair may be (or how big your party budget is) there are plenty of easy food and decoration ideas, using a lot of things you may already have around the house. Creepy pictures can be printed out and put into the frames you already have, and food dye can go a long way for making regular drinks look like something you’d find in the Haunted Mansion. Instead of having all the lights in your house on, save some electricity and use candles where you can.Black Label with Halloween Party on Wood Painting items is also a fairly cheap way to decorate, but is obviously more permanent. Using black paint on every-day items can go a long way in creating a spooky feel for your party. Try painting your pumpkins in addition to carving them and I’m sure you will win spookiest house on the block. (Plus make sure you save the pumpkin seeds while carving, you can bake them to make a tasty snack!) Whether it’s black painted pumpkins, frames, or other items, matte black paint can make decorations look eerily goth, but not childish (chalkboard paint is another cool option here, since you can then write and draw on the decorations as well.) As you may have guessed with my ramblings about the black paint, black is my go to decorating theme for Halloween (and let’s face it, for everyday life), but I’m also a girl who happens to love glitter. A can of black glitter spray paint costs around $4 and can be purchased at any home improvement or craft store. I personally believe that glitter can be added to almost any decoration depending on the feel you are going for with your party, but beware once you put glitter on one thing it will get everywhere, there’s just no stopping it. As always check out our Pinterest board for more holiday recipes and ideas!