Haleigh Eustis
Floral Intern
Happy Halloween! Considered one of the spookiest holidays of the year, it is understandable that one would want matching décor to go along with the theme. That being said, there is no such thing as a pure black flower to match the Halloween aesthetic to a spooky bouquet . . . until now! Lucky for you, there is a simple (and easy) way to achieve a pure black flower for the Halloween season.
This Halloween, we are changing it up and dying flowers. I know what you’re thinking; how can you dye flowers? Well, it’s much easier than you think!
What you need:
- White flowers (They don’t have to be just roses, they can range from daisies, lilies, roses, baby’s breath, tulips and more.)
- Water
- A knife
- Food dye (Both gel and drops are fine, just make sure you warm your water to melt the drops.)
- A cup
Let’s Get Started:
Step One: Take your flower of choice and clean the stem of all leaves. Other than the stem, we want no greenery on the actual flower itself.
Step Two: Once you have cleaned off your flower stem, make an “X” symbol at the bottom of the flower with a knife (be careful). This will encourage a better flow of water to the stem and petals itself.
Step Three: Now, this is where the craft could become messy! Once you have decided on a black food coloring, place 7-8 drops of dye into your water. I prefer room temp to slightly warm water, but it’s up to you!
Step Four: Once your water is dark in color, place your rose(s) in the water and let them soak for—at least—24 hours. After they have soaked your white flowers should be a dark shade of gray to black!
TIP: Make sure you leave your flowers in the water even after they’ve soaked.
There you have it! A super simple way to create a beautiful and spooky bouquet for the Halloween season. Don’t want black flowers? No problem, you can choose practically any color to dye your flowers with. Follow the same steps for an array of unique flowers that are sure to catch anyone’s eye!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!🎃
Buy all your floral needs at Price Chopper/Market 32 Floral Department!
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!
Seafood savings are in store this week, and we could not be more excited! If you love seafood, you’ll adore our Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta and Sheet Pan Salmon recipes. Plus, our Market 32 Raw Shrimp and Salmon Fillets are just $6.99 a pound this week!
Enough talk, time to get cookin’!
Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta
1 lb. Market 32 Raw Shrimp
1 box Ronzoni Pasta
1 can Tuttorosso Tomatoes
1 pack Infinite Herbs Basil
1 container PICS Parmesean Cheese
1 clove Garlic
Shop Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta here!
Shopping in-store? You can find the shrimp and corresponding items in the Seafood section!
Sheet Pan Salmon
1 lb. Market 32 Salmon Fillets (Typically 1/2 lb per person)
1 Lemon
1 bag Market 32 Gourmet Potatoes
1 bag Green Giant Broccoli
1 clove Garlic
Shop Sheet Pan Salmon here!
Looking for something else? Check out similar shrimp & salmon recipes below!
Mia Teal
Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
In every organization, success isn’t just about the end result—it’s about the journey. While it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of big wins and new initiatives, it’s important to take a moment to celebrate the people who have worked their way through the ranks. These teammates represent the very best of perseverance, dedication, and growth, embodying the values that drive a company forward.
Not only do we want to highlight these teammates, but we want to show YOU that the possibilities are endless when you work for Price Chopper and Market 32. Join us at the Schenectady Main Office on Tuesday, October 29th from 1pm-5pm for open interviews.
Our address is 461 Nott Steet, Schenectady, NY 12308.
You may be wondering why you should work for us or what we have to offer, and the answer is that we have SO much to offer! Some benefits include a 401k plan, a teammate wellness program, flexible scheduling options, room for career growth, and more! We also celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, new ideas, and creativity within our company. Want to hear from teammates themselves? Let’s hear from those who have worked their way through the ranks!
Alex Derepentigny, Nott Street Store Manager
Alex began his career with Price Chopper/Market 32 in 2007 at the age of 15 as a part time bagger/cashier. After a few years, Alex became a front-end shift supervisor and customer service teammate for about eight years.
Alex continued to work part time while attending The College of St. Rose, majoring in Art Education. After receiving his degree, Alex decided he no longer wanted to pursue a career in education and applied for the Associate Development (ADP) Program to become an assistant team leader in the Bakery Department.
While in the ADP program, he was informed about the Retail Management Academy (RMA) program and applied for that program. Alex was accepted into the RMA program where he learned the skills to be a store co-manager. Upon successful completion of the RMA, Alex began his journey as a Co-Manager, a position he held for three years. Alex then was selected to be a Store Manager in 2023, and has been the store manager of four stores in the last year.
Alex states that he has continued working for Price Chopper/Market 32 because the opportunities for growth are endless. He enjoys being able to mentor teammates who want to pursue management opportunities like he did.
Alex also enjoys serving the community as a whole and making personal connections with the guests who shop in the stores.
Mia Teal, Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
Mia Teal began her career with Price Chopper and Market 32 in 2017 when she was a Junior in high school. What was meant to only be a part-time job for that summer turned into five years!
Mia studied at the State University of New York, College at Cortland and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications, with a Concentration in Public Relations and Advertising. Without fail, Mia consistently returned to the front-end during all her winter and summer breaks, and even came back briefly after graduating in December 2021.
One thing about Mia is that if she wants something, she will never give in or give up. She applied for two roles in the Main Office, but was ultimately denied due to lack of experience. Of course, that only made her want a position in the Main Office even more. She finally earned an Internship position in May of 2022, working with the eCommerce Team in the Marketing Department. She learned the ins and outs of Instacart, Price Chopper’s social media presence, blog writing, and more.
After completing this internship in August of 2022, she stayed on the eCommerce team as a Clerk, but also started to learn more about the digital marketing world. As fate would have it, she became drawn to learning everything she could about marketing.
Fast forward to April of 2023 – Mia took a new role within the Marketing Department, this time as a Paid Media Marketing Coordinator. In this current position, Mia oversees sponsored marketing events and Retail Media Network, creates Facebook/Instagram/Snapchat/TikTok ads, helps with social media, recruits influencers, and sends push notifications.
When Mia is not at work, you can find her in the gym, teaching yoga, volunteering with the Young Professionals Network, or hanging out with her two cats.
Mia stated, “I want to thank every single person who believed in me, and helped keep my light alive during the job search. I also want to thank the entire Marketing Department as a whole – you are the best group of people I have ever met.”
Joannah Warenda, Zone 1 Director, Customer Experience Trainer
Joannah joined Price Chopper/Market 32 as a cashier in 2006 at age 17. Within her 18 years of service, she has held numerous roles in multiple locations. She has grown from a cashier to an office teammate. She became an evening shift supervisor in 2012, which was the start of her career.
She had an opportunity to work at the Main Office in Store Audit in 2014, where she learned the guests were her purpose for success. In 2016, she returned to the stores as a cashier.
She restarted her career path in 2018 when she was promoted to Bench Front-End Supervisor (FES) at Market Bistro. In 2020, she landed her first Customer Service Manager (CSM) position in North Troy. In 2022, she slipped into a Sales and Service Leader role (SSL). This ultimately led Joannah into the career of Zone 1 District Customer Service Trainer in October of 2023. This was a pilot position that was created to certify teammates in customer service.
Damian Dylewski, Colonie Store Manager
Damian Dylewski started with Price Chopper in June of 1999 as a part-time overnight Produce teammate. He was a 17-year-old kid that just graduated from high school and was ready to move on with an employer that could work around his college schedule and offer a scholarship. He spent 4 months as a part-time teammate and was fortunate to move on to a full-time position also within the Produce Department.
After two years in the position and finally graduating from college, Damian wanted to advance his career, and moved on to an Assistant Produce Manager for two years. During that time, he helped open two new stores in Connecticut, which helped with recognition and experience. In 2004, Damian became a Produce Manager and really started to advance his career. He moved to several different stores in that position, until an opportunity became available for a Co-Manager in Wilton.
Several months later, he had another great opportunity to become a Market 32 Produce Specialist. That was a very difficult and challenging position, as he oversaw all the new Produce and Floral Department conversions from Price Chopper to a Market 32.
After opening 16 Market 32 locations, Damian decided to try something different and moved on to a Grocery Specialist position to get closer to becoming a Store Manager.
In 2018, he became Store Manager in Chatham. In the last 6 years he has moved around between six different stores, was involved in Market 32 remodels, opened a brand new Market 32 location and ran a million-dollar store.
Damian states, “I am very thankful for the people and the entire company for helping me in my career, and I can’t wait to see where it takes me next.”
Samantha Erickson, Junior Pricing Coordinator
Samantha began her career at Price Chopper/Market 32 in 2019 as a part time server in Chef’s Grill at Market Bistro (Store #138). She continued to work at Market Bistro in food service during her school breaks until 2021. Samantha attended the University at Buffalo, SUNY and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing and a minor in Spanish.
In July of 2021, Samantha started an internship with the Digital Marketing/eCommerce team in our Main Office in Schenectady, NY. Her summer project focused on the evaluation of the digital footprint of our Floral Department, conducting competitive analysis, speaking with in-store teams, and working with external partners to find possible solutions. Once the internship was completed, Samantha joined the digital team full-time. During that time, she assisted in the rollout of Doordash as a last-mile delivery solution for our Floral Department in all our stores.
In December of 2022, Samantha accepted a position with our Merchandising team after filling a temporary position as the Category Management Clerk for the Dairy and Frozen desks that summer. Samantha joined the Meat Department as a Category Management Clerk while still assisting the Center Store and Procurement teams with various projects.
In June of 2023, Samantha joined our Pricing department as a Jr. Pricing Coordinator. She works closely with Category Managers to review our competitive footprint and creates periodic reports for our leadership team. Samantha has also helped transition the Pricing Department through our merger with Tops.
Samantha loves working at Price Chopper because of the teammates she has worked with and the opportunities for growth. Her time as a Category Management Clerk gave her opportunities to assist other teams and learn different sides of the grocery business. With many mentors along the way, she has been able to identify her career goals, and the appropriate path needed to achieve them.
Samuel Trimboli, Director, Shopper Experience & Research
Sam Trimboli is a data-driven marketer and business strategist with nearly two decades of combined experience in retail management, consumer and market research, digital marketing, and analytics. As Director of Shopper Experience and Research at Northeast Shared Services, a subsidiary of Northeast Grocery, Inc. (NGI), Sam leads the organization’s marketing analytics and consumer insight functions. His work spans many areas of focus including market research, customer and household analytics, campaign development, customer communications, and optimizing the customer experience across all brand touchpoints for the Market 32, Price Chopper, and Tops supermarket chains.
Sam’s journey with Price Chopper began in 2005 when, at 15 years old, he landed his first job as a cashier at his hometown store in Guilderland, New York (shoutout to #183!) This early exposure to the world of retail sparked his interest in marketing and consumer behavior, setting the foundation for his career.
After high school and throughout college, Sam’s career with Price Chopper accelerated. While initially intending to pursue a career as a high school social studies teacher, an unfavorable job market at the start of the 2008 financial crisis led Sam to rethink his career plans and consider opportunities for advancement within Price Chopper. So, in 2009, Sam applied and was accepted into the first clerk ADP program where he was trained by some of the industry’s best and brightest retail leaders at one of our flagship locations, Clifton Shoppers World #112. During this time, he also enrolled in the Supermarket Management and Operations degree program through a partnership between Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) and Price Chopper.
After completing the ADP program, and while taking classes at HVCC, Sam worked as a bench Front End Supervisor (FES) across various Capital Region stores, before receiving his first permanent assignment at store #045 Delaware Ave. Some of Sam’s proudest career accomplishments came from his time at this store – specifically with his success in improving teammate morale and significantly reducing employee turnover. He then continued his upward trajectory, receiving promotions to FES at Glenmont #196, and later, Customer Service Manager (CSM) in our Berkshire, Massachusetts stores.
In 2011, after completing the Supermarket Management and Operations program at HVCC, Sam transferred to The College of Saint Rose to finish his bachelor’s degree in business and marketing. At this point, he made the difficult decision to step down from his full-time role in operations to focus on his studies. Fortunately, a part-time opportunity arose in the Customer Communications Center (C3), where Sam began his corporate career as a Customer Communications Representative. This position allowed him to explore a new side of the business and was a turning point in his career, marking his first step into the Main Office.
From 2011 to 2013, Sam worked in C3 (now Consumer Services East), handling customer communications and gaining a deeper appreciation for customer experience management. He played an integral role in establishing how our brand communicated with customers on social media (anyone remember “Lisa Price Chopper?”), and spent time interning in the marketing department where he helped establish the company’s presence on Pinterest, a then-new platform.
In 2013, after earning his BS in Business Administration, Sam was hired as a Junior Consumer Insights Specialist as part of the Business Intelligence team, where he helped to lead the company’s consumer and market research initiatives. Over the next decade, Sam’s responsibilities expanded, and he took on roles managing Price Chopper’s digital marketing efforts, including the modernization of our eCommerce offering with the launch of our Instacart partnership, and later a broader role in analytics project management.
Mentorship has been a key factor in Sam’s career progression, and he credits many individuals for the pivotal roles they’ve played in his development. Valerie King, Tamara Julian, Wes Holloway Sr., Heidi Reale, and Glen Bradley were some of the earliest influencers on Sam’s understanding of why professional responsibility, integrity, ownership, kindness, and critical thinking is so important to our business, while current leaders like Mike Miller (EVP, Chief Administrative Officer) and Sean Weiss (VP, Business Analytics & Loyalty Marketing) continue to be invaluable sources of guidance and support, both personally and professionally.
Beyond his career, Sam is active in the community, serving on the boards of directors for the United Way of the Greater Capital Region and the Pride Center of the Capital Region. He is also involved in various initiatives through the Capital Region Chamber – most notably as immediate past chair for Leadership Capital Region, a program that helps develop future leaders through community immersion and professional development experiences. In addition, Sam enjoys combining his expertise in marketing, research, and analytics along with his grocery industry experience to co-chair FMI’s Research and Insights Committee.
In a somewhat full-circle moment, Sam was also able to realize his original aspiration of becoming a teacher – for about five years, Sam served as an adjunct instructor at SUNY Albany, where he taught digital marketing courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Sam holds a BS in Business Administration from The College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY and an MBA from Clarkson University in Schenectady, NY. He resides in Halfmoon, NY with his partner, Matt, and their maltipoo, Teddy.
Kayla LaLone, Clifton Park Plaza Store Manager
Kayla LaLone has been working for Price Chopper for 20 years. She started at 15 years old at the Malta Price Chopper as a bagger.
Kayla states, “I still remember every minute of my interview from the weather to what I was wearing and of course how nervous I was! I was thrilled when I got the job…mostly because every kid from Ballston High wanted to work for Price Chopper and all my friends worked on the front-end.”
Kayla graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh with a bachelor’s in Business Management. Price Chopper was the perfect company to work for through college. Her managers were always very accommodating towards her studies.
After graduating, Kayla took her first full-time position as an evening shift supervisor at Market Bistro in Latham, NY. She spent a lot of her career on the front-end until she was selected to be one of the first Sales & Services Leaders (SSLs) for the company in 2016.
This position opens a lot of doors for many teammates to become a Co-Manager, and Kayla did just that. She worked in multiple stores within zone 3 while holding her position as Co-Manager.
Kayla concluded by stating, “I have worked with a lot of great people who have gotten me to where I am today, a Store Manager.”
Aimee Crounse, North Greenbush Floral Team Leader
Aimee Crounse has been with the company for 15 years, starting in 2009 at Clifton Park Shopper’s World as a bagger. She worked multiple departments from Price Accuracy Coordinator (PAC), Pharmacy, and then to Floral where she found her passion.
Aimee then quickly moved to the Saratoga Springs store, #158 as the Assistant Floral Team Leader.
In 2018, she moved to Store #181, Hudson Valley, as Floral Team Leader. She most recently helped with the opening of North Greenbush store, #054.
Aimee states, “I aspire to be a floral buyer one day. I love my job and the community we help and serve everyday. It fills me with such joy to be a part of something so special in people’s lives. I love the joy that the flowers I make bring to my customers everyday. Whether it’s a wedding, 50th anniversary, baby shower or even a funeral I love being there to bring their dreams to reality. I am so grateful to be a part of a team of people that aspire the same as I do and thankful for those who have helped me become a better teammate and manager. I look forward to what the future has for me at Price Chopper and Market 32.”
Mia Teal
Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
Italian food is more than just a meal; it’s a celebration of culture, tradition, and the joy of simple yet flavorful ingredients. When you think of Italian cuisine, images of rustic bread, fresh pasta, rich tomato sauces, homemade pizza, and olive oil likely come to mind. From hearty lasagna to delicate pastries, Italian dishes have captured hearts and appetites across the globe.
At Price Chopper and Market 32, we are proud to offer a variety of Italian recipes on our website, as well as everything you need for these in our stores. Be sure to check out more about our Italian products here!
Let’s take a tour of Italy with these fresh recipes to try at home!
Ricotta Toast Bowl: Made with the finest ingredients, this bowl will have you feeling full and satisfied.
Pasta Fagioli: Warm up on a cold day with a hearty bowl of Pasta Fagioli!
Italian Antipasti Salad: Enjoy a delicious array of vegetables, meat, and cheeses in this salad.
Rigatoni Pie: This dish is exactly what it sounds like. This recipe is essentially a baked pasta casserole that looks like a savory “pasta cake.”
Check out more recipes on our YouTube Channel!
This week’s value meals are simply delicious, and only four ingredients! Whether you are in the mood for pizza or a sub, let us make mealtime easier.
Let’s see what’s on the menu…
Looking for more inspiration? Check out this recipe!
Mia Teal
Marketing Coordinator, Paid Media
Happy pumpkin season! Now is the perfect time to have a friendly pumpkin carving competition with friends and family or decorating the house with mini pumpkins and gourds. At Price Chopper and Market 32, we are proud to source all our pumpkins from local farms in our region each season. We get our pumpkins from many of the same farms who supply us with favorites like sweet corn and tomatoes in the summertime. Additionally, we also source our hard squashes, gourds, and ornamentals from local farms here in the Northeast during the fall. Find out below which farmers we are highlighting this pumpkin picking season!
Reeves Farms, Baldwinsville NY
Reeves Farms has been a partner for over 30 years, growing everything from organic zucchini to pie pumpkins. By using sustainable farming methods, Reeves Farms is proud to offer fresh berries and vegetables as well. Be sure to grab some fresh produce after heading to the pumpkin patch!
AJ Farms, Melrose NY
The Wertman Family Farm began in Colonie, NY four generations ago. As the business started to prosper, the family decided to move to Melrose, NY where much more farmland is present. Not only do they have fresh produce and stunning flowers, but they are also experts in growing pumpkins and hard squashes.
Hoover’s Produce, Port Trevorton PA
We are proud to have been a partner with Hoover’s Produce for over 25 years! They have an array of pumpkins for carving and decoration that are perfect for this pumpkin season.
Plainville Farm, Hadley MA
A third-generation farm in Hadley, Massachusetts, Plainville Farm specializes in pumpkins, asparagus, hard squash, and their famous butternut squash. We are proud to be partners for the past seven years!
Interested in learning more about these four partners? Visit their websites below!
Next time you buy a pumpkin from your local Price Chopper and Market 32, you know that it was grown locally. Oh, and don’t forget to grab a pumpkin carving kit while you are here!
Happy National Pizza Month! The entire month of October, we celebrate one of the America’s favorite foods. But to us, pizza is a vague term. There are so many ways to do pizza outside of your traditional pie. On this National Pizza Day, lets look at some of our favorite pizza hacks.
Margherita Pizza Waffles: These Margherita Pizza Waffles are a twist on personal pizzas. Fun to make, even more fun to eat!
Pizza Dip: Looking for a fun dip for your next gathering? This is a must-have!
Watermelon Dessert Pizza: Ok, so this one’s not exactly a pizza. But if you’re in the mood for a new dessert this is our recommendation.
Grilled Tortilla Pizzas: In this recipe, tortillas are the perfect substitute for pizza dough. Featuring all of your favorite ingredients, with this recipe you’ll pizza like never before.
Grilled Garlicky Kale Portobello Pizzas: We love these Grilled Garlicky Kale Portobello Pizzas. Delicious portobellos topped with awesome ingredients, this one might become a new favorite.
Southwest Tortilla Pizzas: More tortillas! This time with a southwest-style flair.
Air Fryer Loaded Pizza Baked Potatoes: Break out the air fryer for this recipe. Baked potatoes loaded with pizza staples. Easy, creative, and very appetizing.
Check out this video recipe for Spaghetti Pizza Pie!
At Price Chopper & Market 32, we love pizza. The amount of creativity that can go into making your own is a ton of fun. With pizza, there are truly no rules. Check out these pizza hack recipes for yourself, or get creative with a recipe of your own. Either way, stop in to your local store or visit us online for all things pizza.
For more must-try pizza recipes, check out our website.
Happy National Pizza Day!
10 Succulent Seafood Recipes
October is National Seafood Month! Whether it’s lobster, crab, shrimp, or anything else under the sea we’ll be enjoying some of our favorites recipes all month long. Check out these 10 succulent seafood dishes to try this month.
Classic Lobster Roll: Cooked lobster meat on a brioche hot dog bun, with the works. Can’t go wrong!
Crab Cake Sliders: These sliders are beautifully complimented by creamy Buffalo wing dipping sauce, a math made in seafood heaven.
Grilled Shrimp Po’ Boys: You’ll need 1 lb. of Market 32 16-20 count tail-off peeled and deveined shrimp for these Po’ Boys. Remoulade, tomato, lettuce, and pickle chips on a hoagie roll makes for one harmonious seafood sandwich.
Shrimp & Grits Stuffed Peppers: These seafood-style stuffed peppers are packed with flavor. Shrimp and grits are great our their own, but they are even better in a pepper.
Bouillabaisse: Bouillabaisse is a fish stew that originated from the city of Marseille in France. It’s a seafood lover’s dream as lobster, cod, clams, mussels, and scallops all come together for a gathering of great taste.
Crispy Honey Nut Baked Salmon with Almond-Fennel Salad: Honey nut flavor makes for a perfect topped for this baked Salmon dish. Almond-fennel salad finishes off a mouthwatering combination of flavor.
Grilled Lobster Tail Salad: In the mood for salad? Have it seafood-style. Grilled lobster tail brings the two worlds together.
Tequila-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Grilled Fruit Salsa: These succulent tequila-lime shrimp skewers pair perfectly with a nice grilled fruit salsa. A great recipe for warm weather!
Salmon Burgers with Avocado & Asian Slaw: Salmon burgers are an excellent alternative to beef or turkey burgers. Top them with this yummy avocado & Asian slaw and you’ll be in burger paradise.
Fried-Egg Topped Crab Cakes: Crab cakes are a top tier seafood dish. Elevate them with a fried-egg on top for more flavor.
Haleigh Eustis
Intern, Digital Marketing
Good morning! There’s no better way to start the day than a strong cup of coffee. Though a cup of black coffee is always a reliable choice, there are so many variations of caffeine intake that differ from a regular cup of joe. The list of hot and cold beverages can seem extensive, and a bit overwhelming, but we are here to make that easier! Here is a breakdown of your favorite coffee beverages, and how to make them.
Drip Coffee: Drip coffee is your regular black coffee! It can also be referred to as “filter coffee” as the hot water passes through a coffee filter and brews with the coffee grounds. You can make drip coffee in a pot or Keurig, as it’s quick and can be altered to taste stronger or weaker based on flavor palette.
Cold Brew: Cold Brew is much like coffee, but has a stronger and smoother flavor that many people tend to prefer. To make cold brew is simple! Take coarse coffee grounds and put them in a mason bar. Pour cold water over your grounds (depending on your flavor palette, some people like a 3-1 ratio of water to grounds or a 4-1 ratio of water to grounds). Leave your cold brew in the fridge for 24 hours and strain your grounds once the flavor is to your liking.
Check out our Maple-Pumpkin Cold Brew!
Latte: If you’ve never made a latte, then it may seem a bit overwhelming, but don’t worry! Lattes are a simple coffee beverage that has two ingredients: espresso and milk. With the espresso at the bottom of your cup, froth your milk. A proper latte will have steamed milk and a light layer of foam on the top. Add a syrup of your liking to add a new depth of flavor.
Try making our White Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Latte!
Latte Macchiato: Much like a latte, a Latte Macchiato includes the two same ingredients: espresso and milk. Though the ingredients are the same, the process is slightly different. You will froth your milk and add it to your glass. Lastly, you will add your shot of espresso to the top and watch as the espresso slowly combines into the milk.
Cappuccino: If you ever order a cappuccino and are shocked that it’s so light in weight, don’t be alarmed! Unlike lattes which are milk heavy, cappuccinos are light in weight because the cup is primarily frothy milk. This beverage is filled with the airy foam that your milk frother will create, and generally it’s easier to extract the foam with a spoon.
Mocha: Much like a latte, a mocha is the same concept with the acceptation of added chocolate syrup. In your cup, add your hot espresso and your desired amount of mocha syrup. Combine the chocolate into the hot espresso by swirling them together then top off your drink with a layer of smooth foamy milk!
Check out our Mocha-Almond Meringue Cake!
Red Eye: Want an extra jolt of caffeine in the morning? Try a red eye! This drink is purely caffeine as it’s a layer of black coffee and a shot of espresso. The ratio of drip coffee to espresso is completely determined by what you prefer.
Americano: Lastly, the americano! This drink is simple as it requires two ingredients: espresso and water. You read it right! An americano is a simple beverage of an espresso shot topped with hot water. This beverage tends to replicate drip coffee and it’s a tame way of drinking your espresso if the flavor is too strong for you.
With this list in mind, elevate your morning coffee game and take on the day . . . caffeinated! Shop Price Chopper/Makret 32 for all of your coffee needs!