Beyond the tantalizing allure of fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, braised greens, and pimento cheese creations that beckon you to the table on a firefly-lit night, there lies a cuisine with a robust array of food eaten in season. Gather around the table with those you love as we journey into the Lowcountry of the coastal Carolinas.
Plus, this month earn Bonus Points on Lowcountry-inspired favorites with use of your Club DLM card. Get the checklist!
It was at the Carriage Market House where Calvin D. Mayne, an entrepreneur in the wholesale fruit and vegetable business, and Vera Pacey began their courtship before they were married in 1941. The market was abuzz with excitement, as two-wheelers stacked high with produce whizzed by. On August 12, 1948, after the birth of their son Norman, their dreams came true to open a humble market. Rooted with a sense of duty to their local community and a desire to always do the right thing, Dorothy Lane Market was born. Over the years, DLM has become known as a gourmet destination, but that dedication to local continues to stand strong by featuring local foods like fruits, vegetables, meats, and more from local farmers and vendors within a morning’s drive to our stores. So come Love Local with us!
Earn Bonus Points on Love Local goodness this month when you use your Club DLM card. Get the Bonus Points list here!
Ray Brentlinger’s sweet corn is synonymous with summer and he’s a legend here in Dayton! In 1978, DLM began its long-standing relationship with Brentlinger’s Farm Market, located in New Carlisle. Look for this sweet corn debuting at DLM sometime around July 4. Get some scrumptious recipes using this stand-out sweet corn here!
Sue, owner of Brickel Creek Organic Farm, has always loved digging in the dirt. So much that after obtaining her master organic gardener certification, she decided to cultivate her new expertise in deeper ways. In 2007, she purchased a 69.5-acre historic farm to grow fruits and vegetables to sell at farmers’ markets and has been expanding ever since. We look forward to organic produce from Brickel Creek, from blackberries in the summer to kale, spinach, and fresh herbs all year long.
We love the rich umami flavor that a good exotic mushroom brings to any dish. We source an exquisite collection from Dayton’s own Guided by Mushrooms, such as oyster, lion’s mane, and chestnut mushrooms.
Brookville-based Foxhole Farm has a mission “to live a good and happy life by growing nourishing, flavorful food for our community.” We appreciate that as well as their microgreens!
Located in Arcanum, Michael and his son grow organic vegetables, such as certified organic corn coming to us this month.
When you meet Leslie Garcia, she is graciously humble and clearly a hard worker (as all flower farmers are). But upon further digging, you realize that she is also deeply dedicated to growing certified organic flowers. Her majestic farm, Peach Mountain Organics in Spring Valley, is filled with vibrant colors, such as the geometrically detailed and dazzling dahlias that she grows with great care. “We’ve been certified organic since 1992 and we are certified because we believe in organic so much that we want to be counted,” she says. “Flowers are beautiful and fleeting, kind of like life… It’s what I’ve done almost my entire adult life.”
There’s something to be said about our DLM Free-Range Turkey, and how two local friends, DLM and Bowman & Landes Turkeys, Inc., have come together for many years. Our flock is raised locally for us in New Carlisle, Ohio. Not only is it free-range, antibiotic free, and fed a 100% vegetarian diet, but it’s also Non-GMO Project Verified.
The new age of farming is happening now, just a short trek south in Cincinnati at 80 Acres Farms. Not only do they grow year-round thanks to indoor farming techniques, but they use zero pesticides, food miles are kept to a minimum, and they use 100% renewable energy. Thanks to vertical farming techniques, they are able to grow the equivalence of a much larger traditional farm. We are grateful to partner with the passionate and brilliant minds at 80 Acres for our DLM Salad Blends, which feature curated selections of lettuces, such as frisée and red romaine, and microgreens.
Sure you love Hartzler’s seasonal egg nog (who doesn’t), but check our Dairy case year-round for their milk, and whimsical single-serve flavored milks.
Always on-trend, Tracey Rae’s stunning local bouquets are truly something to behold. She curates must-have combinations featuring the best of the season, from ranunculus and anemones to peonies and snapdragons. Located in Midland, Ohio, we clamor to see what she’s brought us when she pulls up with our delivery.
There’s something special about this locally grown cut lavender. The connection between Cedar Ridge Trails and DLM goes all the way back to DLM founder Calvin D. Mayne, who was raised in the house on the farm. Ship the Cedar Ridge Lavender Gift Set featuring some of our favorite products from Cedar Ridge Trails via shop.dorothylane.com!
Our DLM Local Grass-Fed Beef Program is possible thanks to Love Local farming families raising grass-fed cattle in the Miami Valley. All of these families work with us to ensure that they abide by our program’s best practices, meaning they are fed a 100% grass-fed diet and are lifetime free of antibiotic and added hormones.
As the cows graze on the lush spring grass, the flavor profile of the beef changes dramatically causing the Omega-3s and CLAs to surge. Not to mention, it fuels the local economy for an added benefit. We started this program in 2010 as a way to provide the health benefits of grass-fed beef locally by linking arms with area farming families. At Hanna Family Farms in Cedarville, the farm sits on a wooded setting that opens up to 101 acres of pasture. Meanwhile, at Clark Family Farm, there are 90 acres of pasture land where the Scottish Highland, Wagyu, and Aberdeen Angus Cattle roam.
After visiting Morning Sun Organic Farm, located near West Alexandria, Ohio, we noticed one more hidden layer to what makes a good egg—the Filbrun family! We’ve carried their certified organic, cage-free eggs for 20+ years, working with multiple generations of the Filbrun family. Dale Filbrun says that a good egg starts with a happy, healthy chicken, which is a result of its environment. The chickens feed both on the bounty of the pasture and on organic (and therefore non-GMO) grain that the family grows, containing no animal by-products.
DLM 100% Pure Honey glistens, thanks to Al Tuttle of Eagle Ridge Apiaries, a Miami Valley beekeeper who produces our unprocessed raw honey. He tends to about 70 hives with each having 50,000-60,000 bees.
Apple splendor awaits at Wesler Orchards in New Paris, Ohio, and each batch is freshly pressed into DLM Apple Cider, a fall time treat here. The ingredients? 100% pure apples, reflecting the variety of apples that are picked at their peak.
What we love most about the VanMeter Family Farm (besides their sweet farm-fresh strawberries and watermelon) is that they grow with heart. Trish and Danny VanMeter see farming as a way to share their corner of the world with others.
There’s a fervent appreciation for iconic Ohio goods, like those that we ship in gift sets via shop.dorothylane.com. The Ohio Nostalgia Box, right, features mainstays, while the Ohio Artisan Box has the most delicious gourmet twist.
When you meet Jon Paul of Orion Organics in Yellow Springs, you’ll find that his enthusiasm and knowledge for organic, healthy produce is contagious. From squash to sweltering summertime red tomatoes and peppers, we look forward to a variety of hometown produce streaming in all summer long.
It’s hard for any chef to resist quality local produce at its peak of the season, which is why you’ll notice a number of our Made Right Here creations from our Kitchens, Sandwich Station, and Naples-Style Pizza Station featuring local produce when available.
Just a morning’s drive away in Adams County, Indiana, Harvey Eicher Jr. and his Amish friends bring us fresh vegetables regularly, including the plumpest, juiciest tomatoes around. They grow in hoop houses to extend the growing season, which means more local tomatoes!
That Guy” is Guy Ashmore and it so happens that his daughter, Nellie, runs “That Girl’s Flowers,” No. 23. Farming alongside one another, That Guy’s Family Farm brings us certified organic sweet potatoes, kale, arugula, beets, and more from their Clarksville-based farm.
For many years, we’ve had a wonderful relationship with Dayton’s beloved Boston Stoker Coffee, featuring high-quality beans sourced directly from farmers and roasted in small batches. Enjoy whether you’re picking up a bag or stopping by our DLM Coffee Bar! Find more local coffee by heading down our coffee aisle, where you’ll find more local gems: Erie Island Company, Crimson Cup Coffee, Silver Bridge Coffee Company, Reza’s Roast, Twisted River Roaster, Rooted Grounds Coffee Co., Zingerman’s Coffee Company, and Yield Coffee Roaster.
Nellie Ashmore is “That Girl” and she is making a name for herself in the organic flower farming industry. Growing up, she’d help on the family farm and accompany her parents to farmers’ markets. Several years ago, after completing college, she started her own business, bringing to us beauties like larkspur, sunflowers, and celosia.
A pristine, climate-controlled greenhouse allows the kind souls at Old Soul’s Farm to grow all year using hydroponic techniques. We are grateful for ample supply of our DLM Basil & Living Basil, DLM Arugula, and more.
We’ve worked hard to extend our local connections to include more flower farmers over the years. In addition to those mentioned, we also carry a variety of local splendor from more area growers, like Hungry Toad Farm and The Flower Field!
Veterinarian Paul Hunter started Loramie Lamb in the 1980s fully aware he’d be an anomaly, as lamb is not as mainstream as other meat items. That doesn’t stop Paul though from continuing to raise this lesser-known red meat that’s rich in protein.
With a bean-to-bar approach, Cincinnati-based Maverick has received accolades from the International Chocolate Awards. Former mechanical engineer Paul Picton has delved into the biz together with his son, Ben.
You’ve surely noticed our DLM products while you shop, which wear our name because we simply love both how they taste and how they are made. Many of these DLM private label items are produced locally for us, like our jarred fruits, pickles, sauces, 1948 Classic Dark Roast Coffee, and more. For some, the connection goes quite deep, such as our DLM Uncured Grass-Fed Beef Hot Dogs, utilizing beef from our local DLM Grass-Fed Beef Program. Then, there’s our DLM Bone Broths, nutrient-rich and good for the soul, the beef flavor is made from the bones of the DLM Grass-Fed Beef cattle; the same with the DLM Turkey Bone Broth—using turkey bones from Bowman & Landes.
Local chefs, cookbook authors, and personalities keep guests happily fed and entertained at the DLM Culinary Center! Take for instance Bryn Mooth, Findlay Market Cookbook author, and her upcoming class on Tuesday, July 20. Register for this class here!
Within a stone’s throw in any direction, Dayton and Cincinnati are lucky to be brimming with local breweries that are crafting some amazing beers. Cool down at your cookout with some local brew, such as: Warped Wing Brewing Co., The Dayton Beer Company, Yellow Springs Brewery, Rhinegeist Brewery, and MadTree Brewing to name a few. Come visit us to see even more local brews!
We know you love Columbus-based Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and Cincinnati’s Graeter’s (and so do we!). But enjoy carefree, quintessential Italian moments with our DLM Gelato and Sorbetto in hand, made for us locally using traditional Italian recipes and methods.
Turkey red wheat is a hard winter wheat that’s not predominately grown in Ohio, but thanks to three local farmers—Edward Hill, Dale Friesen, and Danny Jones—we have a local crop that’s milled farmside. From the harvest, we bake Turkey Red Wheat Bread. Dale’s grandparents were among the German Mennonites who brought with them the seeds of turkey red wheat when they fled Russia to the U.S. years ago. He’s overcome with emotion to see the crop of his ancestors growing on Ohio soil.
The golden age of good milk is now. Our DLM A2 Guernsey Milk is rich in flavor, high in nutrition, and easy on digestion. It’s the brainchild of local collaborator Adrian Bota, who sought to create a cow’s milk featuring the A2 milk protein found in a breed of cows known as Guernsey.
Truly an art, our dear friend and chocolatier Ghyslain Maurais in Union City, Indiana, sends us his hand-painted chocolates and carefully crafted Parisian macarons.
Truth is, when you do a list like this, you can’t include everything, or else we’d be publishing a novel. All our local vendors make DLM special. Come Love Local, and enjoy earning Bonus Points on local products this July!
Early summer is a perfect time for dining al fresco in the Miami Valley, so let’s take a cue from the French and practice picnicking in style with some refreshing French wines! From every corner of this country comes a gastronomical wonder that just simply delights the senses and makes time in the fresh outdoors with good company that much better. Whether you’re slathering some Isigny Ste-Mère Butter on a DLM Artisan French Baguette or enjoying a bit of pâté with a cornichon, you must have a beverage to amplify the senses on the palate.
Speaking of the perfect beverage, National Rosé Day just happens to be June 12! For the ultimate safe poolside or picnic basket friendly pick, there is French Pool Toy, a wonderfully dry and flavorful rosé that’s in a recycled plastic bottle … no glass to break! Keep reading for some other wonderful food friendly yet simply pleasing wines.
LE GRAND BOUQUETEAU CHINON ROSÉ
A pink wine from the Loire Valley that is simply stunning! ($17)
CHÂTEAU DE CAMPUGET COSTIÈRES-DU-NÎMES
From the southwest region of France, this dry wine was one of our favorites on a visit, featuring an abundance of fresh berry fruit and a floral bouquet! ($13, save $2)
CLARENDELLE BORDEAUX ROSÉ
A rare rosé from the prestigious region of Bordeaux, this wine is actually sourced from its owner, the famous Château Haut-Brion! ($15, save $5)
DOMAINE DE PAJOT LES 4 CÉPAGES
This white from the South of France is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard, Ugni Blanc, and Gros Manseng. Perfectly balanced, it’s crisp, clean, dry, and extremely friendly! ($11)
CLOS NORMAND BRUT CIDER
A delightful sparkling cider that’s dry, flavorful, and perfect with pâté and charcuterie. ($7)
LA MAXIMUS COTEAUX BOURGUIGNONS
From the southern edges of Burgundy, this red wine is a super-pleasing blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay. It’s very food friendly and does not have the heavy alcohol-laden tones of a bigger wine. ($10, save $5)
HOW TO MAKE PANACHÉ
Looking for a twist on your French lemonade? Mix half of Lorina Sparkling French Lemonade with Kronenbourg 1664 French Lager. Serve over ice for a refreshing summer drink!
You don’t have to look far once you step in our doors to get a taste of French cuisine. You see, like an artist paints when they are inspired, we never forget a good meal or glass of wine when we travel. That inspiration comes to life within Dorothy Lane Market in so many ways.
Take for instance our Miche Bread. In the fascinating world of French bread, if the baguette is a big city slicker, then the Miche is its soulful country cousin. The word derives from an old French word for ‘loaf’, and it’s the type of country sourdough that was once baked in large, stone communal ovens in France, but is now made famous by Parisian bakers. Our beloved Miche was inspired by our travels to the bakery-lined streets of Paris. We simply knew we must make our own so that you could enjoy it, too.
Properly crafted Miche such as ours is one of the world’s great sourdough breads, with a dark, chewy crust and complex, moist interior. The magic happens when the living dough marries the sweetness of wheat and backbone of rye. The sourdough taste is subtle, but enough to leave you craving more! It’s great products like our Miche that bring a taste of the world to your plate here at DLM.
Edmond Fallot Mustards
Fruit Tart
French Boule
Madrange Ham
Rotisserie Chicken (yes, the name is derived from the French word “rôtisserie,” meaning “to roast”)
Jacques Gonidec Sardines
Ficelle Sandwiches from the Sandwich Station
Croissants from our friend Ghyslain
Stone Fruit (like juicy plums)
French Wines
Fromage
Macarons from Ghyslain
New Englanders have a fierce loyalty for their home towns and their patriotic history. Between the cordial quirkiness of the small towns, the buzz of big city Boston, old fishing ports, stunning architecture, plus the great outdoors—road tripping through New England is a must, especially as the beginning notes of summer are starting to play in May. We get it—miles and miles of gorgeous coastlines, picturesque lighthouses, quaint towns, and tons of outdoor activities. But let’s talk about the food—think succulent seafood from the land of lobster, as well as plump, briny oysters and clams for days. So many lobster and clam shacks, so little time! You’ll also find a plethora of local farmers’ markets (and Maine blueberries), renowned cheesemakers, breweries, and bakeries with whoopie pies piled high. What’s not to like? As we gear up for Lobstermania, May 29, we’ll be celebrating New England foods and recipes all month! So come get a taste of how delicious summer can be with these New England eats.
>Get our New England Eats checklist here!
Everyone says their seafood is “fresh” to the point that the word has almost lost its meaning. Our definition of the word is one we stand behind and is one of the building blocks that has elevated our Seafood department over the years.
It comes down to time spent out of water and there are several ways that we keep that time to a minimum. One of those ways is by buying it direct. At DLM, we go straight to the fishing co-ops that practice sustainable techniques to ensure wild fish for years to come and fishing farms that are raising seafood the right way. By doing so, it takes days off the travel time and fish is delivered to our stores faster when it doesn’t have to spend time in warehouses or go through distributors.
The time spent out of water also is reduced by choosing to air freight our fish often instead of having it travel by truck. It costs more, but it results in drastically less time out of water. And that’s a difference that we believe you can taste. You’ll also notice a constant stream of new fish in our seafood case, a true reflection of what’s in season. This is the product of constant communication and good working relationships that our fishmongers have with our fish providers.
With the Lenten season in full swing, check with us often as we’ll be featuring a vast selection of seasonal catches as they are available. In addition to a variety of shellfish, such as oysters, mussels, and wild-caught shrimp, we’re looking forward to an abundance of Alaska cod and halibut, as well as Atlantic and organic farm-raised salmon. Remember, your DLM fishmonger is your friend!
Above video filmed in February 2020.
Whether you’re in the mood to grill, bake, poach, or broil, cooking fresh seafood doesn’t have to be intimidating! Our fishmongers here at DLM are a wealth of information—just ask. DLM’s Culinary Director Chef Carrie also been hard at work in the kitchen coming up with some exciting recipes to share with you so you can be set up for success when it comes to cooking seafood. Some of our wonderful Certified Specialists of Wine also have added their pairing recommendations for each dish. Enjoy!
Wine Pairing: Chehalem Pinot Noir, Todd Templin, CSW, VP of Wine & Beer
Wine Pairing: La Caña Albarino, Teresa Kearney, CSW, WSQ Wine Consultant
Wine Pairing: Pieropan Soave Classico, George Punter, CSW, WSQ Wine & Beer Manager
Wine Pairing: Domaine Collin Crémant de Limoux Brut, Teresa Kearney, CSW, WSQ Wine Consultant
Wine Pairing: Camino Roca Altxerri Getariako Txakolina, Todd Templin, CSW, VP of Wine & Beer
Wine Pairing: Domaine Robert Klingenfus Vin d’Alsace Pinot Gris, Teresa Kearney, CSW, WSQ Wine Consultant
Wine Pairing: Bouchard Père & Fils Pinot Noir Bourgogne Rouge, George Punter, CSW, WSQ Wine & Beer Manager
The Society of Wine Educators was founded in 1977 and is internationally recognized and regarded for both its quality and relevance to the industry. One such program that they offer is the CSW or Certified Specialist of Wine. We’re proud to have several CSW graduates here at DLM.
What is this program? It’s a rigorous exam that tests a candidate’s wine knowledge and mastery of key elements within the worlds of viticulture and wine production. Some specific topics tested include: physiology of taste, wine composition & chemistry, faults, viticulture & enology, labels, laws & wine regions, wine etiquette, and service. Candidates who achieve a score of 75% or better are distinguished as CSWs, and the pass rate is only about 30%, making it a great honor for those who complete this prestigious certification.
So next time you’re looking for a great everyday dinner wine or a rare special something, feel confident in asking the team at DLM for help—we love to talk about food & wine!
Please note that each DLM location’s wine selection is uniquely curated, so some bottles listed below are not at all locations.
Throughout his 30-year career here, Todd has fostered a love and knowledge of fine wine and food not only with customers, but within the DLM culture. His passion for sharing that knowledge has given rise to our sell-out Food & Wine Show, among other community-building events. Todd, an avid outdoorsman, has traveled the world visiting vineyards and attending top industry events, gaining a valuable trove of knowledge along the way.
Best Kept Secret: Hands-down, the people. They want you to have the best experience with food and wine at any price point and they have the ability to pair wine with a dinner as an accompaniment to make both better!
Holiday Pairing Picks: For Heavenly Ham®, an Oregon Pinot Noir, like Chehalem Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley ($25). If Prime Rib is the star, Raymond Vineyards Reserve Selection Merlot Napa Valley ($30) is a
beautiful choice.
Festive Champagne Pick: Guyot Choppin Brut ($35) and Aubry Brut Premier Cru ($45), a “farmer fizz,” which means it’s made by a family that also farms the grapes.
Sparkling Wine for Brunch: More like a “frizzante,” I love La Spinetta Moscato d’Asti ($23) for brunch. Its fizzy, super lovely fruit has a touch of sweet and is low in alcohol … so it’s really perfect for continuing past brunch!
Favorite Big Red: Titus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($50) from the Titus family. They’re making such great wine that most wineries would be charging double for.
Best Picks Under $15: Domaine de Nizas Le Clos ($10) from Languedoc in the south of France is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvedre that’s full of bright fruit and some gumption.
You can’t help but smile when you meet George because he is often smiling himself. There’s good reason, too. “This is my third career and my favorite,” says George, noting that it was his passion for wine that brought him to DLM 18 years ago. Much like the evolution of the various chapters in George’s career, his taste in wine has changed, too, over the years. “Your palate changes and so do your likes and dislikes.”
Best Kept Secret: Renzo Masi Chianti Riserva 2016 ($16).
Holiday Pairing Picks: For Heavenly Ham®, I’d recommend a dry Rosé from France. For Prime Rib, go for a big Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.
Festive Champagne Picks: Pehu-Simonet Extra-Brut Champagne ($59, available at DLM WSQ & OAK) and Marc Hébrart Champagne Brut Rosé ($62, available at DLM WSQ & SPR).
Sparkling Wine for Brunch: Dibon Cava Brut ($12).
Favorite Big Red: Groth Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($60) or Darioush Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($122).
Best Picks Under $15: Benziger Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County ($15) and Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano ($14), a Tuscan white wine that is both crisp and minerally without being heavy and oily. Perfect with
a cheese plate, seafood, or light fowl.
GEORGE’S UPCOMING CLASSES:
Prior to coming to DLM, Stephany performed as an opera singer, including with the Dayton Opera Chorus. After starting at DLM 21 years ago, she would read anything she could get her hands on about the wine industry to grow her knowledge. Over the years, she has relished the life experiences of touring vineyards in Portugal, Spain, and even South Africa.
Best Kept Secret: The Prisoner Wine Company Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 ($25).
Holiday Pairing Picks: For Heavenly Ham®, J.L. Chave Mon Coeur Côtes-duRhône 2018 ($25). For Prime Rib, go for Andronicus Red Blend 2018 ($35).
Festive Champagne Pick: Château de Bligny Blanc de Blancs ($51, available at DLM WSQ & OAK).
Sparkling Wine for Brunch: Gratien & Meyer Crémant de Loire ($17).
Favorite Big Red: Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 ($65).
Best Picks Under $15: Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano ($14) and Les Garrigues Côtes-du-Rhône 2017 ($12).
Elliot, a graduate from The Ohio State University and our newest Wine & Beer Manager, realized that he wanted this job after observing how so much of George’s role was relationship building with customers and distributors. “It’s very awesome that winemakers from around the world visit our stores to tell the stories about their wineries and wines, so that we can better educate and inform our customers.”
Best Kept Secret: The Fine Wine Room. Out of sight from the main pathways through the department, many customers don’t even know it exists. Temperature controlled at 55°F, there are many luxury items in there in addition to very moderately priced ones, too.
Holiday Pairing Picks: For Heavenly Ham®, Pahlmeyer Jayson Pinot Noir ($50). With Prime Rib, Turley Old Vines Zinfandel ($37).
Festive Champagne Pick: Taittinger Brut Champagne ($55).
Sparkling Wine for Brunch: Biutiful Cava Brut Nature ($12), also available in a Rosé.
Favorite Big Red: Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon ($70).
Best Picks Under $15: Kalpela Vineyards Red Blend ($11) and Elizabeth Spencer Sauvignon Blanc ($15).
What started with a wine course years ago through a local restaurant, has blossomed into both a passion and second career for Teresa, a former chemist. She joined DLM 20 years ago, and loves the aspect of pairing wine with different foods. Although she finds her personal tastes gravitating toward “old world” wines, she also enjoys many domestics as well.
Best Kept Secret: We have a wide selection of cocktail ingredients, including bitters, liqueurs, and vermouths, as well as many specialty non-alcoholic mixers.
Holiday Pairing Picks: I like a riesling with Heavenly Ham® and a nice California Cabernet Sauvignon with Prime Rib.
Festive Champagne Picks: Marc Hébrart Brut Rosé ($62, available at DLM WSQ only) and the Mumm Cordon Champagne Rouge.
Sparkling Wine for Brunch: I like Cavas from Spain as they’re made in the traditional style. Biutiful Cava Brut Nature ($12) and Juvé & Camps Cava ($18) are both very nice and made in a very dry style.
Favorite Big Red: A Barolo from Piedmont, Italy, and a California Cabernet Sauvignon.
Best Picks Under $15: Hyatt Vineyards Rattlesnake Hills Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley, Washington ($12), and Domaine de Pajot Les 4 Cépages White Blend Gascogne, France ($11).
TERESA’S UPCOMING CLASSES:
Virgil started at DLM when he was 16 years old, working in a number of roles before joining the Beer & Wine department. “I got into the department out of an interest in craft beer but I quickly became enamored with wine and wanted to learn as much as possible, he says. “The greatest thing about working in wine is the vast amount you can learn, I found that you often aren’t just learning about wine, but you learn about a cultures cuisine and history as well.” His time in the Beer & Wine Department has also offered unique experiences, such as a trip to California where he was able to compete in a small cooking competition. “We were divided into two teams and had to compete to make a three-course meal that we had to pair with three different wines. It was the moment that my love of cooking and my love of wine intersected and I realized how the right wine with the right meal can make create a better combined experience than either on their own,” he says.
Best Kept Secret: Our selection of Amber wines from Georgia or Slovenia.
Holiday Pairing Picks: For Heavenly Ham®, try a dry sparkling wine like a Brut Champagne or Cava. For Prime Rib, I would recommend a Cabernet Sauvignon from California or a Zinfandel.
Festive Champagne Pick: Juvé & Camps Cava, Spain ($18).
Sparkling Wine for Brunch: Indigenous Prosecco Brut Italy ($15).
Favorite Big Red: Sequum Kidd Ranch Zinfandel Napa Valley ($41).
Best Picks Under $15: Cune Crianza Rioja Spain ($15), and Clos des Grands Primos Muscadet Loire Valley ($14).
From new items and delicious finds to hidden gems, we’re delighted to share with you our carefully selected list of our top 10 food finds for October!
Hungry for more? Stay tuned as we highlight 10 more food finds each month!
*All items can be found in stores and online at shop.DorothyLane.com unless otherwise noted.
Brooklyn Delhi focuses on making products that are inspired by Indian culinary traditions and ingredients. They began with a line of achaar, an Indian pantry staple that adds great flavor to a number of dishes, and grew in popularity from there. Although this award-winning business has undergone some serious growth, they’re still handcrafting their products in small batches, including their Curry Ketchup. Brooklyn Delhi Curry Ketchup is an elevated ketchup, filled with roasted garlic and chili peppers. The perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy, this go-to condiment adds great flavor to burgers, brats, fries, and eggs.
Capriole farm in Greenville, Indiana, began with one family’s journey to an old, run-down farm in southern Indiana. The buildings may have weathered, but Larry and Judy Schad looked at the land as an opportunity to rebuild the foundations of the farm. By 1988 they had kept several goats, preserving, canning, and making cheese out of their milk for their friends and family. Fast forward to today, Capriole is now producing goat cheese of extraordinary quality, including Capriole O’Banon. Wrapped in Bourbon-soaked chestnut leaves, it has a quite stunning presentation. The cheese itself is bright and tangy, made using a hand-ladled process that gives it a dense, yet velvety, texture. We love it served simply with some DLM Artisan Bread and a glass of dry bubbly.
These coffee cakes are scrumptious! Our pastry team makes them from scratch using just a few ingredients such as European style high-fat butter, and local, organic eggs. As you enjoy a slice, you’re met with luscious, buttery notes and a perfectly balanced sweetness. We bake our coffee cakes in bundt pans giving them their classic, round shape, perfectly browned and caramelized exterior, and moist, dense interior. Once baked, the cakes are sliced and ready to be devoured. Enjoy them with a morning latte, afternoon tea…or sneak a slice at night with an ice cold glass of milk. They are handsomely wrapped, and make great gifts too. We’re kicking off this line with three flavors: Zesty Lemon Poppy Seed, Double Chocolate, and Toasted Walnut Cinnamon.
Dedicated to non-interventionist farming, Lindera Farms introduces no chemicals or fertilizers to their fields. This helps them grow strong, flavorful fruits, herbs, and flowers all while leaving no carbon footprint or impact on the environment. Along with creating exquisite vinegars, Lindera Farms also makes some incredible hot sauces. Lindera Farms Scotch Bonnet and Aji Dulce Hot Sauce is produced by combining hickory vinegar with Scotch Bonnet and Aji Dulce peppers. The result is a fruity, smoky hot sauce that’s great for adding to sauces, vinaigrettes, and marinades. Another hot sauce from Lindera Farms that we love is the Green Chile & Ramp Hot Sauce. This beautiful and aromatic green sauce exudes flavors of garlic, peppers, onion, leek, mango, and passion fruit. Although this hot sauce delivers a fair amount of heat, its complex flavors make it the perfect addition to a variety of dishes.
Prepare your taste buds for something truly divine! DLM Sea Salt Caramel Cashews are here and we’re loving every tasty morsel. Beautiful, large cashews are blanketed in caramel and sprinkled with sea salt, giving these nuts that irresistible sweet and salty combination. The caramel and sea salt give the nuts a perfectly crunchy exterior that’s complemented by the rich, buttery texture of the cashews. DLM Sea Salt Caramel Cashews make a great gift for your friends and family, or a delicious treat for yourself.
This stunning, colorful pasta is hand-crafted in Tuscany, Italy, using high-quality durum wheat and semolina flour. Borgo de’ Medici uses spinach, turmeric, paprika, and other natural vegetables to create the magnificent colors you’ll find in these bags. The Organic Eliche Pasta is spiral-shaped allowing the folds to capture sauces and seasonings. This type of pasta is great in many dishes, has a great texture, and makes for a beautiful presentation. Borgo de’ Medici Organic Gigli Pasta is fluted with ruffled edge, making it a perfect vessel for thicker sauces. This flower-shaped pasta is charming and delicious. Borgo de’ Medici Organic Pipe Rigate are curved, hollow pieces of pasta resembling snail shells. Because this pasta has large ridges, it’s a great choice for catching all sorts of sauces.
Thomas Keller has built an impressive resume that includes being the owner of The French Laundry in Yauntville, holding multiple three-star ratings from the Michelin Guide, composing five cookbooks, and now partnering with Armando Manni, a Tuscan olive oil producer, to create luxurious chocolate bars. Keller K + M Chocolate Bars are carefully crafted from the finest cocoa beans and infused with MANNI organic extra-virgin olive oil, giving the chocolate a unique texture and boosted antioxidant properties. Each bar boasts varying flavors that reflect the terroir from which the beans are grown. The award-winning Keller K + M Extra Virgin Milk Chocolate Ecuador Bar is smooth, balanced, and has subtle hints of mango and molasses. Keller K + M Extra Virgin Dark Milk Chocolate Nicaragua Bar has pronounced notes of black currant and malty flavors that are complimented by a silky clean finish. The Keller K + M Extra Virgin Dark Chocolate 75% Cocoa Peru Bar is the ultimate bar for dark chocolate lovers. Floral hints of orange blossom and quince mingle with grassy notes to produce a well balanced and complex flavor.
Kurt Beecher Dammeier opened his first Beecher’s Handmade Cheese in Pike Place Market in 2003, and quickly gained traction in the cheese world. What made their cheese so different from others? They begin with fresh, pure milk from local farms, use traditional cheesemaking techniques, and handcraft their cheeses without the use of artificial ingredients. Not long after opening, Beecher’s cheese became a staple in Seattle. Using their exquisite cheese, Beecher’s has created a Smoked Flagship Mac & Cheese, which we just can’t get enough of. Starting with Smoked Flagship, Beecher’s cows’ milk cheese that’s aged for 15 months and then smoked over a blend of apple and cherry wood, Beecher’s creates a decadent cheese sauce that’s then combined with penne pasta. Simply bake following the instructions for gooey, bubbly, and unbeatable mac & cheese.
Step aside canned tuna that shall remain nameless—Ritrovo Selections Tuna is a true tuna game-changer. Carefully fished Mediterranean Yellowfin Tuna is marinated in extra-virgin olive oil along with a variety of seasonings making these tuna selections enjoyable straight from the jar. We love Ritrovo Selections Tuna Chunks with Hot Chili Peppers in Olive Oil for its delicate taste of olive oil and Calabrian Chili Peppers. Try serving this tuna cold in salads, cold pasta, or tossed with vegetables for a wonderful light dish. Ritrovo Selections Tuna Chunks with Potatoes and Rosemary in Olive Oil is a great addition to niçoise-style salads, pasta dishes, or served with beans for a protein rich dish. Add a touch of elegance to your spread with Ritrovo Selections Tuna Chunks with Truffle in Olive Oil. The marriage of hand-packed tuna, extra-virgin olive oil, and slices of Central Italian black truffles is delicious on crostini or tossed with a short pasta.
Inspired by the simple, homemade peanut butter he loved in Africa, Mark, co-founder of Big Spoon Roasters, started roasting nuts and milling them into fresh nut butters in his home kitchen. As his excitement and passion grew, Mark and his wife, Megan, decided to start Big Spoon Roasters to share their nut butters with others. They only source ingredients from trusted farms and producers, many of who organically farm and focus on sustainable agriculture. We love the variety of nut butter flavors they have to offer. Maple Cinnamon Peanut and Pecan Butter combines fresh-roasted, coarsely milled peanuts and pecans with Vermont Maple Syrup, Vietnamese Saigon Cinnamon and Jacobsen Sea Salt to create Big Spoon Roasters Maple Cinnamon Nut Butter. Some say this butter is reminiscent of pecan pie spiked with maple and cinnamon. We recommend enjoying this on toast, PB&J sandwiches as well as in sauces, cookies and smoothies. Big Spoon Roasters Chai Spice Nut Butter combines a Masala Chai blend of cardamom, cloves, ginger, cinnamon, vanilla, and black pepper, which is slowly mixed with freshly milled peanuts and almonds before adding raw, organic cane sugar, raw wildflower honey, and sea salt to create a bright, complex burst of flavor in every spoon. Enjoy on toast, PB&J sandwiches (of course with your favorite DLM bread) apples, or use in recipes, smoothies and sauces or your biggest spoon. Big Spoon Roasters Toasted Coconut Almond Butter with Sea Salt is handmade from fresh-roasted heirloom Mission variety almonds, crispy toasted coconut flakes, raw organic coconut crystals, and hand-harvested sea salt to create a decadent, naturally sweet, irresistible nut butter reminiscent of homemade coconut macaroons. We recommend slathering it on our DLM Artisan breads for the best peanut butter sandwich. Big Spoon Roasters Peanut Pecan Nut Butter combines Peanuts, Pecans, Raw Wildflower Honey and Jacobsen Sea Salt. The result is a rich, buttery, sweet and very addictive nut butter. Enjoy on toast, PB&J sandwiches (of course with your favorite DLM bread) apples, use in recipes, smoothies and sauces or your biggest spoon. Big Spoon Roasters Chocolate Sea Salt Nut Butter blends freshly milled, fresh-roasted heirloom Mission variety almonds with stone-ground organic dark chocolate from TCHO, cocoa nibs from Escazu Artisan Chocolates, raw wildflower honey and a touch of Jacobsen sea salt to create a toasty, luscious dark chocolate almond butter with the perfect amount of crunch. This is a chocolate lover’s almond butter. Enjoy on toast or PB&J sandwiches (of course with your favorite DLM bread), in desserts and smoothies or your biggest spoon.
Our passion for good food drives us to continuously evolve our selections to reflect what’s fresh, exciting, and trending in the food scene. We’re constantly on the lookout for new, quality products, so each month we’ll be shining the spotlight on our top 10 new food finds. Below you’ll find some of the products we’ve recently fallen in love with that are now available in stores and online at shop.DorothyLane.com. We hope you’ll enjoy these new food finds as much as we do!
Being in business since 1947, Benton’s has mastered the art of dry-curing hams and bacon building a delicious reputation. From their humble beginnings as simple breakfast go-tos, Benton’s meats have erupted in the gourmet cooking world receiving high praises for their incredible flavor. Their bacon is dry-cured by hand with salt, brown sugar, and black pepper. After being cured and dried, it’s then smoked in-house for two to three days, and hand-packed on site. The amount of time and care put into preparing this new food find radiates in each deliciously smoky bite.
Through forging strong relationships with smallholder farmers, Burlap & Barrel is able to support their view of sustainability (improving the livelihood of these farmers) and to source unique foods and quality spices, many of which haven’t been available in the U.S. previously. These spices are designed for professional chefs and home cooks alike. Burlap & Barrel Black Urfa Chili is great on kebabs, chicken, beef, lamb, hummus, brownies, pasta, roasted vegetables, or eggs. In southeastern Turkey, you will find black Urfa chili on almost every table. Burlap & Barrel Smoked Pimentón Paprika is mighty delicious on popcorn, in paella, mixed with salt and cumin as a meat seasoning or rub, or any way you traditionally enjoy paprika. We love adding Burlap & Barrel Wild Mountain Cumin to rubs for meats and vegetables or curry powder as it has a savory, beautiful aroma and umami flavor. Zanzibar black pepper is grown organically and Burlap & Barrel are the exclusive importers of Zanzibar black pepper to the US. We recommend using Burlap & Barrel Zanzibar Black Peppercorns on everything from pastas, salads, sauces, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats. Burlap & Barrel Royal Cinnamon is the same species as Saigon cinnamon, but Royal Cinnamon is an heirloom variety not widely harvested or exported. It is sun dried to bring out its sweet and spicy profile and tasting notes of brown butter, buckwheat honey, and orange peel. We recommend using these new food finds in baked goods, coffee, oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies.
With a sofi™ Gold Award under their belt, Ritrovo Selections has an excellent selection of products to choose from. We can’t seem to get enough of their Truffle & Salt, a fragrant and flavorful combination of Italian black truffle and sea salt. As if that seasoning could get any better, they now offer Truffle & Salt & Cheese, adding Parmigiano-Reggiano into the mix. Both of these are great on popcorn, veggies, and just about anything!
Add great flavor to your BBQ with Lillie’s Q Rubs. Their Carolina Dirt BBQ Rub is the perfect sugar-based rub for slow-cooked, unbeatable flavor. Pro tip: use it as a seasoning for fries or roasted potatoes. Lillie’s Q Brisket Pepper is the ideal grind size to season your Texas-style brisket. Or, try using it in any recipe that calls for a large pepper grind. Lillie’s Q Q-Rub is an all-purpose salt-based rub with a dash of black pepper and garlic. It’s extremely versatile and very flavorful!
Born out of a family’s love for great coffee, Klatch Coffee has a strong commitment to honest business practices. Using Fair Direct Trade, they build trust and loyalty with the farmers they work with resulting in their ability to source quality beans from around the world. They roast each coffee varietal to its “Peak of Flavor” giving each coffee an exceptional taste. Choose from a selection, including Klatch Coffee Blue Thunder Blend, Klatch Coffee Colombia Roasters United Blend VI, Klatch Coffee Crazy Goat Blend, & Klatch Coffee Organic House Espresso.
Chef Stephanie Izard wears many hats including Top Chef, Iron Chef, James Beard award winner, and Executive Chef of Girl & the Goat restaurant in Chicago, where these delicious sauces and seasonings were first inspired. After guests continued to rave over a side of green beans and the sauce that made this dish so addictive, Stephanie decided to bottle and sell that sauce so customers could enjoy it in the comfort of their own home. From there, the This Little Goat Went to line of sauces and seasonings grew, taking on new flavor combinations and profiles that are reminiscent of the flavors you’d find in the countries and regions they represent. Enjoy a variety of seasonings like, This Little Goat Went to Belize, This Little Goat Went to Cuba, This Little Goat Went to GrillVille, This Little Goat Went to India, and This Little Goat Went to Morocco. Or, try out some of her sauces including This Little Goat Went to Hong Kong, This Little Goat Went to Korea, This Little Goat Went to Southeast Asia, and This Little Goat Went to Tokyo.
Another great addition to our new food finds is Le Bon Magot. Food has a way of allowing us to travel to various parts of the world, enjoying every culinary experience along the way. Le Bon Magot products are crafted with natural ingredients and high-quality, seasonal produce using traditional cooking methods and all-natural preservation methods. Le Bon Magot Lemon-Sultana Marmalata is a fragrant blend of golden sultanas (raisins), Afghan saffron, licorice-scented caraway, citrusy lemon, and Wolffer Estate Vineyard’s verjus that is reminiscent of dried fruit preserves of Turkey. One of our favorite accompaniments, we suggest you pair it with goat or sheep’s milk cheeses, chicken, salmon, and charcuterie boards. Or, try mixing in yogurt, topping toast, or folding in a crepe. Le Bon Magot White Pumpkin and Almond Murabba (preserves) with cardamom and vanilla is a recipe that dates back thousands of years from Southern Mediterranean to India. These preserves layer Indian long gourd and almonds, scented with cardamom, cinnamon, and vanilla. The scents and aromas will evoke festivity, and you will love these new food finds so much you’ll slather it on everything from soft cheeses, toasted bread, and chicken to wild game, yogurt, figs, and ice cream. A flavorful combination of tomatoes, white sultanas, and Kashmiri chilies, Le Bon Magot Tomato and White Sultana Chutney is flavorful and versatile as it makes a great addition to a charcuterie board, scrambled eggs, and generously smeared on toasted ciabatta.
The perfect blend of ripe chili peppers, organic agave nectar, black truffle, and savory spices, this luxurious hot sauce is unlike any other, making it a hot sauce game changer. Truff Hot Sauce is velvety smooth and rich in flavor making it an excellent way to elevate a variety of dishes. We love it on just about anything! From popcorn and eggs to pizza and meatballs, you can’t go wrong! Playing off of their ever-popular black truffle hot sauce, Truff offers a White Truffle Hot Sauce that is brighter in flavor, produced in limited quantities, and comes in a special edition VIP box.
Chuck (Charles) Siegel, Charles Chocolates’ founder, is self-taught in the art of chocolate making and focused on using only the finest ingredients to create Charles Chocolates, leaving out preservatives, artificial flavors, etc. Because of their dedication to making the best product possible, they have received several accolades and award. One of their newest creations, Raspberry & Pistachio Bar, is just as beautiful as it is delicious. This naturally pink chocolate exudes notes of berries and fruits making it the perfect base for freeze dried raspberries and deeply roasted pistachios.
With a dedication to sourcing the finest ingredients and uncovering unique flavor combinations, Wildwood Chocolate handcrafts their products hoping to evoke feelings of joy and discovery similar to those of wandering the scenic Wildwood Trail in Portland, Oregon. Luxurious 70% dark chocolate complimented by flakes of sea salt, studded with crunchy, buttery pecan brittle pieces, their this chocolate bar has everything you could ever want in one delicious package! But the deliciousness doesn’t stop there! Wildwood Chocolate Cardamom and Honey Caramel with Sea Salt is a chocolate bar masterpiece. 70% dark chocolate sprinkled with sea salt and filled with a luscious caramel that exudes aromatic cardamom and sweet honey.
Here we are, hunkered down at home, making the best of things. We all need to eat, so why not eat well?! Imagine a platter of steaming hot pasta. Or the aroma of a large pot of Beef Bourguignon wafting through the house. We wanted to give you a few recipes to share good food and good feelings in your home. Few pleasures in life compare to eating together, so let’s savor it—with the people we love. We wish your family happiness and good health.
