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National Family Meals Month Event

Family Mealtimes Matter Saturday Event!   September is National Family Meals Month ™, and we are celebrating in stores throughout upstate New York with our friends from Cornell Cooperative Extension and Eat Smart NY! Information, education and some great recipes

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Citrus Has a New Season

  Fresh citrus in the Fall? Yes, we can! Citrus from Chile is great quality, and has been part of a long tradition of orchards and fruit exporters. Chile’s unique geography, over 2600 miles long, is home to many rich

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Cherry Chatter

World Famous Rainier cherries from our friends at Stemilt are in IN THE HOUSE! The sweetest cherry glows golden with a little blush, tender skin and creamy white flesh – so good! These little treasures from Washington State are only

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Light and Fit Summer Treats

I am always on the lookout for new products that are good nutrition options and solutions for shoppers that are trying to eat better. I am also a big advocate for dairy products, (the June blogs and articles clearly show

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Spring into family fun with Family Mealtimes Matter!

This last week of April is national All Kids Healthy Week, celebrated in schools and communities across the country. Spring is a busy, fun time for families, but sports and activities can make it hard to eat well and enjoy

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Heart Smart and Seafood Savvy

  Written by Ellie Wilson, MS, RDN Senior Nutritionist Fish and seafood continue to gain fans and favor with health organizations around the world. Seafood twice per week benefits heart and mind, so I am sharing some get-you-there guidelines to

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The Pear-fect Heart

February is American Heart Month, and we are inspired to enjoy some delicious recipes that showcase pears. Winter fruit intake is so important to heart health, especially fruit in season – pears fit the bill. Certified by the American Heart

Holiday themed veggie tray with a star topped broccoli Christmas tree and an assortment of carrots, radishes, celery, tomatoes, peppers, and olives.

Better Eating Tips for the Holidays!

Written by Maureen Murphy Although it’s the season for holiday parties and special meals it’s also the season when many people find themselves gaining an extra 5-7 lbs. from overindulging in sweets, dips, and more. With a few simple tips