Fresh News — April 15, 2010 


Recipe of the Week:

Rustic Meadow Summer Salad
Rice River Farms Rustic Meadow Blend unites wholesome pasta, legumes, and nutritious grains with the nutty flavor of wild rice for a result that is rich in texture and color. Complemented by a vegetarian seasoning, Rustic Meadow Blend is striking for plate presentation, yet robust in flavor. This summer salad is full of pineapple, Mandarin oranges, golden raisins, tart cherries, and dried cranberries and is a colorful alternative to pasta and potato salad. Try Rustic Meadow at summer barbecues as a bedding for shrimp, grilled chicken, or fish.

In our Grocery Department

New! Askinose Itty Bars
This past summer at the Fancy Food Show in New York City we found some wonderful chocolates. Askinosie is an eponymous handmade rustic line that also sources their own cacao. New to DLM is a Davao 77% dark chocolate single-origin bar from the Philippines. For your pleasure we also have a jar of Itty Bars to satisfy your sweet tooth any time of day.

New! Vera Jane’s Novello November 2009 Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Enjoy this year's "novello" new harvest over fish dishes, steamed veggies, and especially in caprese salad (tomatoes, mozzarella, salt, pepper, drizzled with oil). Try it over toasted DLM Artisan Bread as well...buon appetito!

New! Adina Holistics Herbal Elixer
These great all-natural organic drinks are fruit infused and contain no caffeine. Herbal elixirs have been used for centuries as a natural way to restore balance, harmony, and wellness. Interesting flavors include Cranberry Grapefruit with Goji, Passion Peach with Amalaki, Blackberry Hibiscus with Rooibos, Jade Green Tea with Tulsi, Mango Orange with Chamomile, and Pomegranate Açai with Yumberry.

In our Healthy Living Department

Navitas Naturals Chia Power Chia Powder
Did you know that the Aztec traders and warriors subsisted on only chia seeds for nutrition during their long marches? The seed was so valued it was used as a form of currency. Chia is an excellent vegetarian source of omega fatty acids, an easily digestible form of protein, and it’s full of minerals, vitamins, and soluble fiber. The seeds are sprouted prior to milling to increase nutrient content and bioavailability. This process maximizes the body’s ability to digest and absorb the nutritional benefits. Navias Naturals’ mission is to provide premium organic powerfoods that increase energy and enhance health. Some suggested uses are in smoothies, as a flour substitute, or in cereals.

Upcoming Events

Free DLM Reusable Bag for Earth Day!
As a demonstration of our commitment to the environment, we will be giving away a free DLM reusable bag on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, to all customers who bring in 5 paper bags or plastic bags to be recycled. Limit 1 bag per household

Don’t Miss this Year’s Springtime in Paris Pastry Show
Spring is here, 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.

In our Produce Department

New! Local Blue Oyster Mushrooms
A small local grower from Franklin, Ohio has been selling his mushrooms to Dayton area fine restaurants. This mushroom thrives in cool climates to almost freezing temperatures, where the chill brings out its brilliant slate-blue color. The Blue Oyster Mushroom is a favorite in sautés, having a wonderful tender and meaty texture. They also contain compounds believed to be anti-cancer, anti-tumor, and cholesterol-reducing.

In our Frozen Foods Department

New! Andy’s 100% Natural Falafel
With Andy’s frozen falafel patties, there are no more messy mixes. The vegetable patties are ready for cooking right out of the package. Andy’s Falafel is made without any preservatives and is high in fiber and low in sodium. Perfect for vegetarians, the falafel comes in three varieties: Original, Spicy, and Sesame.

At our School of Cooking

Summer Schedule Registration
Summer registration begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21. Register online, calling the School of Cooking at 937-535-5696, or in person. Jeni Britton from Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream will be teaching, as well as guest Chef Marilou Suszko from THINKTV Channel 16 “Our Ohio” PBS television show.

Food Safety Tip

Buying food in bulk can be a money-saver. Remember, whatever quantity of food – safe handling is a must. Large packages of perishables like raw meat and poultry can be refrigerated for one to two days, but then the food should be cooked or put in the freezer. From a quality standpoint, it is recommended that frozen meat and poultry be consumed within three to six months.

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