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Here at Garden Fresh Market we go one-step further than providing you with excellent produce at a great value, we also inform our customers of current market trends. At this time, the California growing season for lettuce is ending and we had expected to receive crops from Arizona; however, due to cold weather in AZ this crop is not ready in time. The Current “transition” period has lead to extremely high lettuce prices and a shortage of bag salads. This shortage should be ending in two weeks. Consider using Artisan Lettuces, Spring Mix, and Spinach, which you can find at value prices, here at Garden Fresh Market.
We really appreciate your business! Adi Mor
Monday, December 7, 2009
Monday, November 30, 2009
Garden Fresh Market will Partner with The Salvation Army to Participate in The Angel Tree Program
At GFM we pride ourselves in being a grocery store for our community. We feel that it is so important to get involved with our community and participate in programs such as The Angle Tree Program from The Salvation Army.
Each store will be participating in this great program- and here's how it works:
Each store has a Christmas tree adorned with Paper ornaments. Each ornament is printed with the name, age, clothing size, shoe size, gift request and a code number. GFM customers are then able to "adopt" their angel, which essentially means that you will be helping this "angel" have a better holiday.
After adopting your angel and purchasing a gift for them, you can bring it back to GFM and we will drop their present off at the Salvation Army.
Help Garden Fresh make a difference. Help a child in the community, and make their holidays unforgettable. For more information please contact any of the stores, and ask to speak with the manager.
Each store will be participating in this great program- and here's how it works:
Each store has a Christmas tree adorned with Paper ornaments. Each ornament is printed with the name, age, clothing size, shoe size, gift request and a code number. GFM customers are then able to "adopt" their angel, which essentially means that you will be helping this "angel" have a better holiday.
After adopting your angel and purchasing a gift for them, you can bring it back to GFM and we will drop their present off at the Salvation Army.
Help Garden Fresh make a difference. Help a child in the community, and make their holidays unforgettable. For more information please contact any of the stores, and ask to speak with the manager.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Adi's Herbed Thanksgiving Turkey
Here is a GREAT recipe for a Thanksgiving Turkey. If there is one thing we look forward to every year at Garden Fresh, it's when Adi dons the chef's apron and makes this delicious treat. ENJOY! And HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
Adi’s Herbed Thanksgiving Turkey
Large Deep Roasting Pan with Cover
4 Parsnips Washed and sliced thick
18lb Turkey
3 Turnips Washed and cut in chunks
Half Bulb Fresh Garlic Minced (about 5 cloves)
5 Large Carrots Washed and Sliced Wide
1 cup extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Celery Root Washed and cut in chunks
2 tbsp white Pepper
2 Parsley Root Washed and Chopped with Leaves
1 leek chopped
1 chopped onion
1 celery Heart Washed and chopped with leaves
3 tbsp. Salt
3 tbsp chicken base
4 Sweet potato sliced thick
1 butternut squash sliced thick
Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove wrapping from turkey and bags in cavity. Remove any stray feathers and wash turkey very well (inside and out) with cold running water. Pat dry. Mix garlic, olive oil, pepper, paprika and salt. Rub all of the mixture inside and outside of the turkey. Place turkey in roasting pan with breast side up and wings turned back. Arrange medley of vegetables around turkey. Add 4 cups water or turkey / chicken stock. Cover and place in oven for 3 hours, remove cover and continue to cook till thermometer reads 165°-180°F or till all juices run clear (about half hour more). Let stand 15 min before carving.
Adi’s Herbed Thanksgiving Turkey
Large Deep Roasting Pan with Cover
4 Parsnips Washed and sliced thick
18lb Turkey
3 Turnips Washed and cut in chunks
Half Bulb Fresh Garlic Minced (about 5 cloves)
5 Large Carrots Washed and Sliced Wide
1 cup extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Celery Root Washed and cut in chunks
2 tbsp white Pepper
2 Parsley Root Washed and Chopped with Leaves
1 leek chopped
1 chopped onion
1 celery Heart Washed and chopped with leaves
3 tbsp. Salt
3 tbsp chicken base
4 Sweet potato sliced thick
1 butternut squash sliced thick
Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove wrapping from turkey and bags in cavity. Remove any stray feathers and wash turkey very well (inside and out) with cold running water. Pat dry. Mix garlic, olive oil, pepper, paprika and salt. Rub all of the mixture inside and outside of the turkey. Place turkey in roasting pan with breast side up and wings turned back. Arrange medley of vegetables around turkey. Add 4 cups water or turkey / chicken stock. Cover and place in oven for 3 hours, remove cover and continue to cook till thermometer reads 165°-180°F or till all juices run clear (about half hour more). Let stand 15 min before carving.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Two Recipies for the Price of one!
Our first recipe comes from GFM Donna's Deli Chef, Donna Pieracci and is a delicious Crunch Onion Pork Chop. The second recipe comes from Maria Karahalios who is GFM's Produce Partner. You can find all of the ingredients for both at your local Garden Fresh Market- and would go GREAT with some homemade french fries- or sweet potato fries. Sweet Potatoes are on sale this week for $.49/lb!
Crunch Onion Pork Chops INGREDIENTS:
~6 pork chops (1/2 inch thick)
~1 can (6 oz) fried onion crumbled
~1/4 cup flour
~2 eggs beaten
PREPARATION:
Combine flour and crumbled onion. Dip pork chop in beaten egg and coat with fried onion mixture and place on a baking sheet. Baked at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until pork is no longer pink.
Maria's Cole Slaw INGREDIENTS
~1 head Savoy Cabbage shredded
~1 bunch parsley chopped
~1 red onion chopped
~1 cup mayonnaise
~1 juice from 2 lemons (on sale this week 4/$1.00)
~1 tsp. salt
~1/2 tsp. pepper
PREPARATION:
Toss all ingredients, serve and enjoy!!!
For Dessert, you can try some fresh baked Cuisine de France Brownies ($.89 each this week) or a Skinner Coffee Cake ($2.99 this week).
Crunch Onion Pork Chops INGREDIENTS:
~6 pork chops (1/2 inch thick)
~1 can (6 oz) fried onion crumbled
~1/4 cup flour
~2 eggs beaten
PREPARATION:
Combine flour and crumbled onion. Dip pork chop in beaten egg and coat with fried onion mixture and place on a baking sheet. Baked at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until pork is no longer pink.
Maria's Cole Slaw INGREDIENTS
~1 head Savoy Cabbage shredded
~1 bunch parsley chopped
~1 red onion chopped
~1 cup mayonnaise
~1 juice from 2 lemons (on sale this week 4/$1.00)
~1 tsp. salt
~1/2 tsp. pepper
PREPARATION:
Toss all ingredients, serve and enjoy!!!
For Dessert, you can try some fresh baked Cuisine de France Brownies ($.89 each this week) or a Skinner Coffee Cake ($2.99 this week).
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Grocery Shopping Tips from the Pros
Many people roll their eyes when they realize it's time to make a trip to the store. But there are a few things that you can do to ensure that your shopping experience is great. So- clean out your fridge, and let's get shopping!
Firstly, it's important to do your homework. A knowledgeable shopper is one who saves time, money and frustration. Take a few moments at home to survey your pantry and write down what you need. With a proper shopping list, you can be sure to reduce the amount of trips to the store. Also, have a look at this week's ad. Make sure to also jot down the products you want that are on sale. This will help you save money at the check out. During the week, if you see you're low on things, write it down. This will help you when it comes time to getting into the store. Also- it might help to plan out your meals for the week. This will take the stress off of you when the kids ask "What's for dinner?". You'll already know what to tell them, and furthermore, you'll have written it down, put the ingredients on your shopping list, and be prepared! Take your shopping list with you- and STICK TO IT!
Secondly, eat BEFORE you shop. Ever make a trip to the store on an empty stomach? BAD IDEA! Everything looks good when you're hungry! To save money (and calories!) make sure that you're stomach isn't grumbling while you're walking through the aisles.
Another way to save is to try store brands. Our Amor line of groceries is tough competition to your favorite brands, and for a GREAT price! This is an excellent way to cut costs. We have store options for nuts, fruits, frozen meat, pizzas, rice- and once you try it, you'll love it!
Look for un-advertised specials. Garden Fresh strives to be your local store with the best deals in town. Quite frankly, there just isn't enough room in our advertisement for all of our specials! This is great for you as a shopper, because it gives you more varieties, and more opportunities for saving! Look for the orange "Special" signs or yellow "Manager Special" tags for more in-store specials.
When buying produce- know what's in season. Our store owner, Adi Mor, is constantly saying "Don't extend your seasons!". Although this seems like common sense, if you really think about it, his produce motto speaks VOLUMES! If you're buying produce in season, it will be better priced, and it's taste will be unforgettable.
And finally: use your rewards card! There are always opportunities for further savings, and prize give-a-ways. Right now we have our Turkey Give-A-Way, so be sure to rack up those points!!!
Enjoy your shopping experience!
Firstly, it's important to do your homework. A knowledgeable shopper is one who saves time, money and frustration. Take a few moments at home to survey your pantry and write down what you need. With a proper shopping list, you can be sure to reduce the amount of trips to the store. Also, have a look at this week's ad. Make sure to also jot down the products you want that are on sale. This will help you save money at the check out. During the week, if you see you're low on things, write it down. This will help you when it comes time to getting into the store. Also- it might help to plan out your meals for the week. This will take the stress off of you when the kids ask "What's for dinner?". You'll already know what to tell them, and furthermore, you'll have written it down, put the ingredients on your shopping list, and be prepared! Take your shopping list with you- and STICK TO IT!
Secondly, eat BEFORE you shop. Ever make a trip to the store on an empty stomach? BAD IDEA! Everything looks good when you're hungry! To save money (and calories!) make sure that you're stomach isn't grumbling while you're walking through the aisles.
Another way to save is to try store brands. Our Amor line of groceries is tough competition to your favorite brands, and for a GREAT price! This is an excellent way to cut costs. We have store options for nuts, fruits, frozen meat, pizzas, rice- and once you try it, you'll love it!
Look for un-advertised specials. Garden Fresh strives to be your local store with the best deals in town. Quite frankly, there just isn't enough room in our advertisement for all of our specials! This is great for you as a shopper, because it gives you more varieties, and more opportunities for saving! Look for the orange "Special" signs or yellow "Manager Special" tags for more in-store specials.
When buying produce- know what's in season. Our store owner, Adi Mor, is constantly saying "Don't extend your seasons!". Although this seems like common sense, if you really think about it, his produce motto speaks VOLUMES! If you're buying produce in season, it will be better priced, and it's taste will be unforgettable.
And finally: use your rewards card! There are always opportunities for further savings, and prize give-a-ways. Right now we have our Turkey Give-A-Way, so be sure to rack up those points!!!
Enjoy your shopping experience!
Sammy's Best Beef Stew
Here is a nice warm comfort food for the upcoming cold fall days! This recipe should serve 6-8 people. We'd like to thank Shimshon Yitzhk, the Chef at GFM Kosher Korner for this tasty meal. You can visit Shimshon and taste some of his other delightful creations at the GFM Northbrook location.
INGREDIENTS:
-2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 onions chopped
-3 Idaho potatoes, peeled and cubes
-3 carrots slices
-1 bunch celery sliced
-1 cub sliced mushroom
-1 can diced tomato
-1 quart beef broth
-2 cloves garlic minced
-1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
-1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
-1/2 teaspoon paprika
-1 teaspoon salt
-1/2 teaspoon pepper
-1/2 cup red wine
-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
PREPARATION:
Saute onion in olive oil, add beef and brown. Add spices, red wine, beef broth and the rest of the veggies. Simmer slowly on low heat for at least 1 hour.
INGREDIENTS:
-2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 onions chopped
-3 Idaho potatoes, peeled and cubes
-3 carrots slices
-1 bunch celery sliced
-1 cub sliced mushroom
-1 can diced tomato
-1 quart beef broth
-2 cloves garlic minced
-1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
-1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped
-1/2 teaspoon paprika
-1 teaspoon salt
-1/2 teaspoon pepper
-1/2 cup red wine
-2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
PREPARATION:
Saute onion in olive oil, add beef and brown. Add spices, red wine, beef broth and the rest of the veggies. Simmer slowly on low heat for at least 1 hour.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Trick or Treat??
It's always best to go for the treat! At Garden Fresh Market, have everything you need for your Halloween celebration, (including last minute Halloween candy for your Trick or Treaters!) How about an old favorite? Apples for Bobbing? Or a fun project with your kids: wrapping apples in Caramel Apple Wrap (only $2.49!) and some sprinkles for decoration! Maybe you're a fan of Pumpkin or Apple Pie? Both are only $2.99 this week! And don't forget to carve a jack-o-lantern! We have special pricing on pumpkins, and save those seeds for baking later!! Check out our Ad in it's entirety HERE. Have a Happy and SAFE Halloween!
GET A FREE TURKEY!!!
As you may or may not know, at Garden Fresh Market we have our own loyalty rewards program (fill out your form here and bring it in ). And this year we will be giving away free turkeys. That's right: FREE TURKEYS!!!
Here are the basics:
~Earn 800 points between October 21st and Thanksgiving 2009, and win a Free Turkey
~One dollar spent on a product is equal to one point. Sales tax is NOT included.
~Customers can find out their accumulated points by inquiring at our Customer Service desks located in each store
~Please hold on to your receipts during the period for backup! Points are accumulated at the end of the day and are not in "real time"
~You must be signed up for our Rewards Card Program (Again, you can fill out this form and bring it in and start getting points today!)
For every dollar spent with the Garden Fresh Rewards card, a customer will earn one point. Points will be accumulated for designated promotion periods. Points for the Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway will be accumulated from October 21st 2009 up to and including November 26th, 2009. Customer have until December 21st, 2009 to redeem their reward. Unredeemed points will not carry over into future rewards periods, unless future promotions specifically express rules including previous periods. We're pleased to offer Kosher Turkeys for customers who earn 1200 points. Garden Fresh reserves the right to select the turkey. Customers who accumulate 800 points between the specified dates will be rewarded with a frozen turkey between 16 and 20 pounds in weight. The customer is responsible for checking point totals. Point totals are not reported in "real time". If a customer believes they have exceeded their point totals before sales tax, they must provide purchase receipts from the specified period. Customers must present rewards card to redeem rewards and inquire about points. Customers can get their points totals at Customer Services. Once again, please hold on to receipts that displays the card number.
Here are the basics:
~Earn 800 points between October 21st and Thanksgiving 2009, and win a Free Turkey
~One dollar spent on a product is equal to one point. Sales tax is NOT included.
~Customers can find out their accumulated points by inquiring at our Customer Service desks located in each store
~Please hold on to your receipts during the period for backup! Points are accumulated at the end of the day and are not in "real time"
~You must be signed up for our Rewards Card Program (Again, you can fill out this form and bring it in and start getting points today!)
For every dollar spent with the Garden Fresh Rewards card, a customer will earn one point. Points will be accumulated for designated promotion periods. Points for the Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway will be accumulated from October 21st 2009 up to and including November 26th, 2009. Customer have until December 21st, 2009 to redeem their reward. Unredeemed points will not carry over into future rewards periods, unless future promotions specifically express rules including previous periods. We're pleased to offer Kosher Turkeys for customers who earn 1200 points. Garden Fresh reserves the right to select the turkey. Customers who accumulate 800 points between the specified dates will be rewarded with a frozen turkey between 16 and 20 pounds in weight. The customer is responsible for checking point totals. Point totals are not reported in "real time". If a customer believes they have exceeded their point totals before sales tax, they must provide purchase receipts from the specified period. Customers must present rewards card to redeem rewards and inquire about points. Customers can get their points totals at Customer Services. Once again, please hold on to receipts that displays the card number.
Welcome to our Blog!
We’ve got the personal touch!
I began my business about 30 years ago. I had the idea to sell fruit and vegetables to pay the bills and that’s where it all started. I would get into my little red pickup and head to downtown Chicago’s International Produce Market. I would buy the best produce and hit the streets to sell to stores and restaurants. 25 years ago I opened my first produce stand. Garden Fresh Market now has 8 locations and I still pick out the fruit and vegetables for every store everyday. I love this job.
Great Quality Produce at a very competitive price is always a challenge in today’s market. I have been buying produce for over 30 years. Here at Garden Fresh Market, I personally oversee our expert buyers who buy our top quality produce at the very best prices day after day. We are at the market each and everyday at 4:00am. We hand pick and taste everything to find the very best quality produce and then secure it at the very best price for you everyday! Not everybody in Chicagoland spends the time and energy that we do to be the very best.
This is why you can count on Garden Fresh Market to have the very best quality and the very best prices. Thank you for your business,
Adi Mor, Owner, Garden Fresh Market
Please visit our website at :www.gardenfreshmarket.com for more information.
You may be asking yourself: "Where can I find my local Garden Fresh Market?" Well, please visit any of our 8 locations.
Chicago - 5701 West Belmont Ave.(773) 622-2211
Wheeling - 1786 Hintz Rd.(847) 394-1100
Mundelein - 400 Townline Rd.(847) 949-9210
Northbrook - 275 Skokie Blvd.(847) 272-0300
Mt. Prospect - 1145 Mt. Prospect Plaza(847) 463-2360
Arlington Heights - 600 East Rand Rd.(847) 577-1770
Round Lake Beach - 965 East Rollins Rd.(847) 231-6650
Naperville - 955 W 75th Street(630) 961-9204
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