Fresh News — March 18, 2010 

Recipe of the Week:

Blue-Plate Special Halibut
"Blue-plate special" is a term used in the United States by restaurants, particularly diners and cafés.  It typically consists of a "meat or fish and three”, presented on a single plate. This recipe features fillets of Alaska Halibut, which is a member of the flatfish family. Halibut is low in fat, white, firm, and mild flavored.

Upcoming Events

Eighth Annual DLM Health Fair
Join us this Saturday, March 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Springboro store for a free, fun, and informative event, highlighting local holistic health practitioners, nutritional supplements, natural body care products, and of course, “real” food!  You can talk with area professionals who offer complementary approaches to wellness, gather samples and literature from natural products representatives, and taste delicious and healthy food samples throughout the store.

This year in the community room, we are featuring presentations from:

Lori Kelch, M.S., HNU, 11 a.m.-Noon. • Optimizing Energy Naturally

Dr. Cathy Rosenbaum, PharmD, MBA, RPh, Holistic, 1-2 p.m. • Seven Balance Points to Better Health

Robin Gentry McGee, CHHP, AADP, 2:30-3:15 p.m. • Raising Healthy Kids

Michelle Fuller, Founder & Owner, Celiac Specialties, 3:30-4:40 p.m. Adding Fiber to Gluten-Free Baking

Although there is no charge for the presentations, seating is limited, so we suggest arriving early to secure a seat.  This is a day to celebrate health and wellness, so bring your family and friends.  See you there!

In our Bakery Department

Don’t Miss this Year’s Springtime in Paris Pastry Show
Spring is right around the corner, and with it comes the excitement of our sixth annual Springtime in Paris Pastry Show. Purchase your ticket now for an evening of wonderful desserts, food, wine, and ales! The show takes place on the mezzanine at our Springboro store on Thursday, April 22 from 7-9 p.m. Guests will witness demonstrations by both DLM Pastry Chef Kim Bohley and Chocolatier Ghyslain, along with their staffs of talented pastry chefs. Sample from an array of beautiful French pastries and savory hors d’oeuvres.

In our Meat Department

Reserve Your Holiday Ham Today!
If you've ever tasted one, you know our exclusive fully cooked, spiral-sliced, honey-glazed Heavenly Ham® is ideal for holidays and special occasions, as well as for everyday meals. We use the finest American hams that have been slowly cured and mildly smoked with hickory. This Honestly Better® ham is at its best after heating in the oven for an hour at 325ºF, covered with foil. It makes great sandwiches as well. The spiral-cut, uniform slices are easily released from the bone with just a touch of a knife blade.

In our Produce Department

New! Organic Living Culinary Herbs
Nothing enhances the flavor of food like organically grown herbs straight from a plant. The founders of Shenandoah Growers have created a company committed to environmental stewardship, while striving to be the industry’s fresh herb expert. Their herbs are greenhouse grown in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. With a high natural oil content, the plants deliver a more intense flavor and a healthier product. Carefully remove your plant from its sleeve and place in a windowsill or other sunny location and water according to directions. Now you can enjoy basil, cilantro, dill, Italian parsley, mint, and thyme with every meal.

In our Grocery Department

New! White Gold Raw Honey
This honey is never heated — so it is cold packed, which makes it raw. According to Wikipedia "Local raw honey is sought after by allergy sufferers as the pollen impurities are thought to lessen the sensitivity to hay fever." Monofloral honey is somewhat hard to find and always has a distinctive flavor, since it comes from one plant species' nectar. White Gold is hand-packed and not whipped, and is highly spreadable, making it the perfect accompaniment on toast or even on a sharp cheese, such as Blue Stilton or Gorgonzola.

New! Honibe Honey Drops
Honibe introduces the world's first pure, non-sticky honey that you can hold. Imagine no more sticky fingers! The Honey Drop is made with 100% all-natural, pure dried Honibe honey, with no additives and no artificial flavors. Since ancient times honey has been valued not only as a delicious sweet golden nectar, but also for its health benefits. Honey contains 22 amino acids and a variety of minerals essential for metabolism, and therefore helps in reducing weight. For anyone looking to watch their weight, honey should be their choice. Sweeten your hot tea, coffee, or hot water with these cute beehive-looking bits of honey.

In our Floral Department

Pavé Flower Arranging Class
Not only are diamonds paved, but flowers are too! Pavé arrangements can be made with all different types of flowers, cut all at the same length. They are the perfect height for a table centerpiece, and many people use a pavé centerpiece for wedding décor. We will be making a pavé arrangement for our next floral class. Join us Saturday, March 27 at the DLM School of Cooking, at either 10 or 11:30 a.m. Register online or call the Washington Square Floral Department at 434-1294 and ask for Hannah.

At our School of Cooking

Taste & Technique: Condiments
Mustards, hot pepper sauce, pestos, harissa, sun-dried tomatoes: all of those goodies make something simple into a more complex, fully flavored dish. Chef Carrie will sample some of the best condiments we have on our shelves, and teach some creative ideas to help you use them in your everyday cooking. Tuesday, April 13 • 6–8 p.m.

Food Safety Tip

Cook meat, poultry, and seafood to a safe minimum internal temperature as measured with a food thermometer.

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