Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

POLAR SUMMER SELTZERSpolar1seltzemintmojito

            Make this summer sparkle with Polar’s five Limited Edition Seltzers available May through August. Featuring two new seltzers – Cucumber Melon and Pomegranate Sangria – as well as last year’s favorites – Pina Colada, Mint Mojito and Ginger Lemonade.  These beverages will be your Summer’s most refreshing destination! The Summer Seltzers compliment Polar’s 17 core seltzers that are available year round.  All of Polar’s Seltzer products are 100% Natural, Calorie Free and Sodium Free.  For recipe ideas, visit them at: facebook.com/polarseltzer or find out more about these fine seltzers at PolarSeltzer.com Look for Polar Summer Seltzers in the Soda section.

TREE RIPE ORANGE JUICEtreeripe59ojcalciuvitamin

            Tree Ripe Orange Juice is 100% premium orange juice with no preservatives or sugar added, providing 120% daily requirement of Vitamins and two servings of fruit in every 8 oz. glass.  Tree Ripe Orange Juice is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, D, E and Calcium and comes in five varieties – Original, Original with Vitamins, Original with Vitamins and Calcium, Lite & Sensible with Vitamins and Lite & Sensible with Calcium and Vitamins. New Tree Ripe Lite & Sensible Orange Juice has 50% Less Calories and Sugar and is a great tasting, sweet, fresh and wholesome juice.  Tree Ripe has eco-friendly, sustainable packaging marked with SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) recyclable symbol.  It has a unique innovative “Juice-O-Meter” Window Pack so you can see how much juice is left and feel it’s fresh. Tree Ripe Orange Juice is a great value every day and can be found in the Chilled Juice section of the Dairy aisle. Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

HELLMANN’S CREAMY BALSAMIC MAYONNAISE DRESSING

hellman30creamybalsamIntroducing New Hellmann’s Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing – a new mayonnaise with a hint of aged Balsamic Vinegar.  Hellmann’s Creamy Balsamic has the rich great taste you expect from Hellmann’s, enhanced with a touch of sweet, flavorful Balsamic Vinegar.  Now you can enjoy another high quality product from Hellmann’s made with simple ingredients like cage-free eggs, oil and premium Balsamic Vinegar.  Savor the smooth and creamy taste of Hellmann’s Creamy Balsamic for a delicious exciting twist on sandwiches, pasta salads, chicken dishes and more.  Look for Hellmann’s Creamy Balsamic Mayonnaise Dressing on the Condiment aisle.

IAMS SO GOOD DOG FOODiams13sogoodchickdogfood

            Iams So Good Dog Food has tail-waggin’, tummy-lovin’ nutrition, which includes: No added Sugars, Dyes or Artificial Preservatives.  Look for Iams So Good Dog Food in the Pet aisle! Written by Jane N. Golub Director In-Store Marketing Programs

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Stir up something savory!  Beneful brand DOG FOOD Medleys are a new line of inspired tastes from Beneful.  The line has three varieties available-  each in a savory sauce.  Beneful Medleys include real wholesome ingredients that you can see – now in a convenient single serve size.  Add a little indulgence to your buddy’s meal today!  Available in Tuscan Style Medley, Mediterranean Style Medley and Romano Style Medley.  They are great for mixing with dry dog food and providing a balanced nutrition for adult dogs.  Each package contains three cans to help ensure freshness with each serving.  Look for Beneful Medleys in the Pet aisle! HERSHEY’S INSTANT PUDDINGShershe3instantpuddwhtchoc New Hershey’s Instant Puddings are an easy way to enjoy a quick and tasty dessert treat for the whole family!  Each mix makes 4 half cup servings of delicious pudding which is easy to make.  There is no cooking required – just add milk, mix and pour!  The Chocolate and Dark Chocolate mixes are made with real Hershey’s Cocoa.  Hershey’s Instant Puddings are available in three flavors – Chocolate, White Chocolate and Special Dark.  Be sure to take some home today so you can experience the notable Hershey’s chocolate taste in a deliciously simple-to-make dessert.  Look for Hershey’s Instant Puddings on the Dessert Mix aisle! We’re excited to announce some delicious new products that Campbell’s has released in our stores this fall.  Some creations are completely brand new; others are a twist on your favorite Campbell’s recipes.  Make sure to check out our Facebook page starting this week for exclusive coupons on these tasty soups! Campbell’s® Gourmet Bisque soup – A dazzling departure from the ordinary Creating a captivating meal at home just got easier thanks to Campbell’s Bisques.  Now you can complement dinner and entertain guests with a sensational starter or side dish.  Turn any dinner into a multi-course meal.  Try all FOUR exciting flavors…Bisque Tomato Roasted Garlic Bacon, Bisque Butternut Squash, Bisque Sweet Potato Tomatillo, Bisque Thai Tomato Coconut. Campbell’s® Chunky™ soup – It Fills You Up Right® Campbell’s® Chunky™ is a great way to feed your family a hearty dinner.  Just pour your favorite Chunky™, such as Sirloin Burger with Country Vegetables, over dishes like instant mashed potatoes, and in four minutes for around four bucks, dinner is served.  Try all THREE new flavors…Chipotle Chicken & Corn Chowder, Jammin Jerk Chicken with Rice & Beans and Kickin’ Buffalo-style Chicken. Campbell’s® Slow Kettle™ style soups – Discover the Slow Kettle® difference Campbell’s® Slow Kettle® Style soups are crafted by our chefs with high quality ingredients combined in creative ways, then patiently simmered to perfection for an indulgent taste experience.  Slow Kettle will delight your senses like no other soup.  Try both new flavors…Kickin’ Crab & Sweet Corn Chowder and Roasted Chicken & Chardonnay. We’re excited to announce some delicious new products that Campbell’s has released in our stores this fall.  Some creations are completely brand new; others are a twist on your favorite Campbell’s recipes.  Make sure to check out our Facebook page starting this week for exclusive coupons on these tasty soups! Campbell’s® Gourmet Bisque soup – A dazzling departure from the ordinary Creating a captivating meal at home just got easier thanks to Campbell’s Bisques.  Now you can complement dinner and entertain guests with a sensational starter or side dish.  Turn any dinner into a multi-course meal.  Try all FOUR exciting flavors…Bisque Tomato Roasted Garlic Bacon, Bisque Butternut Squash, Bisque Sweet Potato Tomatillo, Bisque Thai Tomato Coconut. Campbell’s® Chunky™ soup – It Fills You Up Right® Campbell’s® Chunky™ is a great way to feed your family a hearty dinner.  Just pour your favorite Chunky™, such as Sirloin Burger with Country Vegetables, over dishes like instant mashed potatoes, and in four minutes for around four bucks, dinner is served.  Try all THREE new flavors…Chipotle Chicken & Corn Chowder, Jammin Jerk Chicken with Rice & Beans and Kickin’ Buffalo-style Chicken. Campbell’s® Slow Kettle™ style soups – Discover the Slow Kettle® difference Campbell’s® Slow Kettle® Style soups are crafted by our chefs with high quality ingredients combined in creative ways, then patiently simmered to perfection for an indulgent taste experience.  Slow Kettle will delight your senses like no other soup.  Try both new flavors…Kickin’ Crab & Sweet Corn Chowder and Roasted Chicken & Chardonnay. Guest post written by Kathleen McAllister MS, RD, CDN Cornell Cooperative Extension Do you have an energetic child who loves to be with you in the kitchen?  Or maybe a child who wants to eat nothing but boxed mac and cheese?  Working together in the kitchen to prepare food is a great way for children to learn new skills, gain confidence, have fun, and try nutritious foods. Children are eager to be involved in meal preparation, as it helps fulfill some of their natural curiosity about the food they eat.  They are more likely to eat foods they helped cut, stir, chop, or cook.  With the right tools, kids can easily get their hands in on the kitchen action. Helping children assemble their own kid-friendly kitchen kit can make preparing food even more fun and special.  Any plastic container or basket will work well.  Stickers can be used to decorate and personalize the kit.  Start with a plastic or silicon spatula, spoon, or whisk for mixing or stirring, in your child’s favorite bright colors.  Blunt scissors, egg slicers and plastic knives are useful for cutting soft items.  A plastic pizza and cookie cutter can be used to make food into fun shapes.  Add a food grade brush to “paint” on marinade for kebobs and meats.  Complete the kit with a chef’s hat and apron so kids can look the part.  Store your kid-friendly kit in a special place in the kitchen, and your child will be ready to help prepare any family meal or snack. Price Chopper, Cornell Cooperative Extension and Eat Smart New York!,  have teamed up to celebrate our fourth annual Family Mealtimes Matter Campaign.  Make the pledge to spend the next month making mealtimes better together by setting a goal to increase the number of meals you have together as a family.  If you have children, try setting a goal to involve them in preparing one family meal a week, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner.   Stop by select Price Chopper stores in New York State on October 11th and 13th to speak to Cornell Cooperative Extension Nutrition Educators and Price Chopper Dietitians, and pick up helpful resources.  For a complete list of the Price Chopper locations hosting these events, click here! For more information about Cornell Cooperative Extension and Eat Smart New York!, go to www.cce.cornell.edu  and http://otda.ny.gov/programs/nutrition/ or call your local Cornell Cooperative Extension office.  For resources outside of New York State, contact your state extension office.