In Season: Lemon Plums
Looking for something a little different to savor this month? Add some flair to your fruit bowl with deliciously sweet lemon plums!
Daily Dish the Fork Lift blog
If you’re a fan of fun food facts, perfect pairings, kitchen hacks and other tantalizing trivia, you’ll love our Daily Dish Blog! Read on for delicious topics like DIY projects, Foodie FAQs, new and seasonal products, Wines of the Month, Health Notes from Dr. Liz and more.
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Everything Avocado
Health Notes by Dr. Liz
Avocados are amazing. Don’t believe us? Studies show that despite their high fat content, avocados can help lower artery-clogging LDL cholesterol levels, and supply folate and vitamin E, two vitamins that lower the risk for heart disease. Not only are these superfoods super tasty and nutritious, they’re also super versatile and can be used many ways in and outside the kitchen.
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Tea Time!
What time is it? Tea time, of course! Whether you enjoy a nice cup of tea with breakfast in the morning, as a midday pick-me-up or as a way to wind down and relax before bed, any time can be tea time. With the wide variety of tea purveyors and types available to choose from, you’re sure to find something that’s just your cup of tea!
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Udderly Dairy!
Health Notes by Dr. Liz
Back in the day, you drank a glass of milk and you knew where it came from—a cow! Check out the dairy section and beverage aisles nowadays, and along with cow’s milk you’ll find other dairy options like goat’s milk. Even with cow’s milk, you can choose fat-free, low-fat or whole milk. The options go on and on!
Not sure which dairy milk is right for you? Here’s the rundown on how they stack up nutritionally.
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Milk vs. “Milk”
Health Notes by Dr. Liz
Whether you’re looking for something to enjoy with your cereal, coffee or cookies, standard dairy milk is not the only option anymore. Along with cow’s, sheep’s and goat’s milk, there are also a variety of alternative “milk” beverages made from a slurry of ground seeds like almond, coconut, soy or rice mixed with water.
Here’s an inside look at how each non-dairy milk alternative stacks up nutritionally.
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The Heart of the Matter
February is National Heart Month, and with all the hearts and love going around, it’s the perfect time to show some extra love to your own heart! A healthy diet and exercise are essential to maintaining heart health, and the nutrients in certain foods like olive oil, salmon and berries makes them extra helpful in taking care of your heart.
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All about Almonds
We’re nuts about almonds! These amazing nuts are not only delicious, but also quite healthy and versatile! Nuts and seeds supply a wealth of nutrients like the minerals zinc and selenium, heart-healthy fats and vitamin E, an antioxidant known for its age-fighting abilities.
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Wine Picks from our Pros
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again—our wine stewards are some of the best. With years of experience and true passion for the field, these guys and gals know their stuff.
This month, our stores are highlighting some of our wine stewards’ top picks to help celebrate their remarkable expertise. Drop by our adult beverage department to see the featured wines on display, chat with our friendly wine stewards and find some new favorites.
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For the love of chocolate!
Health Notes with Dr. Liz
Who doesn’t love chocolate? Lately, even scientists do! According to research, eating small amounts of chocolate (a little over an ounce) daily may help protect against heart disease and stroke, as well as boost your sense of well-being.
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Beautiful Bouquets
Fresh flowers are always a lovely way to show your special someone how you feel, and Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to make a real statement! But which bouquet is just right? According to the traditional language of flowers, each bloom you put in your bouquet sends a distinct message to the recipient.