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The Nugget Markets handbook to all
things fabulous for the new year.
Issue No. 4 • January & February 2012
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS:
WHAT’S ON YOUR LIST?
Josh Dwinell (Housewares)
It’s that time of year again, when many of us partake in the time-honored tradition of
sitting down and making a list of things we’d like to change in our lives. For some —
okay, most — of us, that list includes three big items: changing our diets to be healthier,
losing weight, and exercising more.
If eating healthy and increasing exercise are on your to-do list for 2012, I recommend
checking out CytoSport Muscle Milk to help you with your workouts. A precise protein
blend, Muscle Milk comes in several forms, including powders, bars and ready-to-drink
beverages. They offer a variety of flavors, and in my opinion these are the best tasting
protein supplements on the market!
CALMING THE
STRESS-STORM
Cassie Newman (Healthy Living – El Dorado Hills)
After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s time to
relieve some stress. New Chapter Perfect Calm is a
great, organic, whole-food multi-vitamin with added
organic herbs that can help calm stress. Holy basil
(known variously as “the queen of herbs” and “the elixir
of life,” but most commonly as Tulsi) is an amazing herb
that is said to help you achieve a balanced mood. It has
been used for thousands of years, mostly in India, and
some people believe it can help you live longer. Try
combining holy basil with chamomile and lemon balm to
help put you on the path to a cool and collected day.
SNACK THE HEALTHFUL WAY
Daniel Williams (Dairy & Frozen)
After the holidays, we all look for ways to eat healthier — and let’s be honest, we all enjoy
a snack. Keep your snacking healthy this season by loading up on delicious fruit treats.
Wawona frozen fruit from Fresno has been grown on a family farm for more than 60 years.
Their fresh-frozen fruit is hand picked at the peak of ripeness and processed within 24 hours
to capture that fresh-fruit taste. When fresh peaches and strawberries are out of season, you
can still find them in these frozen bags.
Try these simple recipes using Wawona frozen fruit to create healthy snacks all season long:
• Make a "summer" smoothie with a cup of frozen peaches, 3/4 cup Greek yogurt and
drizzle of honey
• Top hot cereal such as oatmeal with frozen berries for extra nutrition in the morning
• Combine frozen strawberries with sparkling water for a refreshing drink
BONELESS, SKINLESS,
AND SO SATISFYING
Andrea Kaine (Meat & Seafood)
After indulging in far too much heavy food over the holidays, it’s time to get that
healthy diet back into gear. Our Fresh to Market boneless skinless chicken
breasts are a great way to start. Boneless skinless chicken breasts offer a variety
of beneficial attributes, including:
• An excellent source of quality protein, with more than 50 percent of the
daily value in a four-ounce serving
• A good source of two key minerals, iron and zinc, needed for immune
strength and healthy blood cells
• A powerhouse of B vitamins, particularly Vitamin B12, which supports
nerve health, and niacin (or B3), vital for fat burning
• Adding chicken to lunch or dinner may help control appetite and aid in
weight control, as research studies show that eating protein at every meal
helps control appetite
Fresh to Market boneless skinless chicken breasts are also free range and
humanely raised in Sonoma county. They contain no added hormones or
preservatives and are 100 percent natural. Stop by our meat departments to
pick up a package today!
KOMBUCHA
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
Did you know that today’s well-known Kombucha drink is
actually a natural folk remedy that has been in existence for
more than 2,000 years? It got its name from a Korean
physician, Dr. Kombu, who treated Emperor Inkyo with this
fermented tea or “Cha” from China, thus Kombu + Cha =
Kombucha.
Made with tea (usually green or black), organic sugar and a live
kombucha culture, this popular health beverage is thought to
help stimulate metabolism and maintain a healthy immune
system. Don’t be scared by the SCOBY – a rubbery disk-like
substance that floats in Kombucha. The Symbiotic Culture of
Bacteria and Yeasts (SCOBY) feeds on the sugar to produce all
the nutrients, such as amino acids, vitamins and lactic acids
contained in this beverage.
Feeling adventurous? Make your very own Kombucha. Find the
Oregon Kombucha Starter Kit in our tea aisle. Before you know
it, you’ll have a gallon of homemade Kombucha. The kit
includes tea and live culture!
KEEP HYDRATED DURING YOUR WORKOUT
Lorna Parton (Healthy Living)
We all know that with increased exercise comes an increased need for hydration, and for those of
us vowing to move more in 2012, it's important that we remain vigilant about our water intake.
While all water works for keeping thirst at bay, one of our favorite bottled waters on the market right
now is Penta. Its clean, refreshing taste always hits the spot after a particularly enthusiastic round of
kick-boxing, and there have even been studies that have shown Penta might have a leg up on the
competition when it comes to increasing antioxidant activity in your body. Antioxidants are important
for helping keep free radicals from damaging cells in our bodies, which can lead to diseases such
as cancer and heart disease, and these studies have shown that Penta helps to reduce "oxidative
activity" in cells. Though the research is ongoing, one thing we're sure of is that the ultra-pure taste of
this water makes our post-workout thirst a whole lot easier to quench!
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION NO. 1:
BE MORE LIKE PIAVE VECCHIO
Kaelynn Medbery (Specialty Cheese)
As I was thinking about new year’s resolutions this season, I stumbled across the following description of one of my favorite
cheeses, Piave Vecchio: “…named ‘extra old’ for its extra time in the cellar — an investment that pays off in a rock-hard
body glistening with a deep golden tan.”
After a quick chuckle, I thought to myself, this year I’m going to be more like Piave Vecchio. Now, don’t kid yourself,
I’m not going to work my butt off in the gym or anything … nope, I’m going to spend more time in a cellar!
Okay, just kidding. But all jokes aside, Piave Vecchio is really a remarkable cheese, one that
is often referred to as a young Parmigiano-Reggiano. It’s packed with a broad pallet of
tropical fruits, sweet nuts and berries. If given a glass of fruity red wine, it might
even sing! Come on, who can pass up that?
EATING HEALTHY
DOESN’T MEAN
GIVING UP CHEESE!
Kaelynn Medbery (Specialty Cheese)
So it’s the New Year, and we’re all trying to lose those extra
holiday pounds, right? And, if you’re like me, this year (just
like every other year) you’ve vowed to cut out all fatty foods
(including cheese), reduce your portion sizes and eat a
bland diet of brown rice, lean protein and copious amounts
of vegetables. Sound familiar?
While eating sensible portions and focusing on lean proteins
and lots of vegetables are always healthy diet choices, no
one said you have to lose the flavor too. I say, this year why
torture yourself? Try grating a little Parmesan over your brown
rice, or even indulging in a quick bite of Sharp Cheddar
instead of chocolate as your end-of-the-day treat. New
research studies show that regular cheese consumption does
not elevate artery-clogging cholesterol, and a one-ounce
serving (which goes a long way when grated over veggies,
fish or whole-grains) contains more protein and as much
calcium as a glass of milk.
VOLCANIC MINERAL
REFRESHER WATER
Jeff Weigel (DSD)
What better way to recover from your
intense New Year’s resolution work out
than with a cold glass of water? What
if the water was not only refreshing, but
it actually helped aid in your body’s
recovery from the workout? Volcanic Mineral Refresher water can
help you do just that. It is 100 percent
pure, high in pH and magnesium
(which have been found to help the
cardiovascular system), and tastes
sweet and refreshing. Bottled since the
1870s, its delicious taste also makes it
a perfect complement to food, wine
and spirits.
ANGEL’S FIVE FAVORITE LEAN BEEF CUTS
Angel Nolasco (Meat & Seafood)
If you enjoy eating beef, but are looking for a lean alternative, then we have some spectacular cuts available in
our stores for you. You may already be buying these lean cuts of Fresh to Market beef, but some people pass
them up over concerns about tenderness and flavor. However, these lean cuts are great when used for roasting,
stir-frying, grilling and stewing. “Lean” is considered to be less than 4.5g in saturated fat and less than 10g in
total fat based on 3 oz. cooked servings with visible fat trimmed.
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are the top five:
London Broil is 1.6g in saturated fat, 4.6g total fat and 162 calories per serving.
Bottom Round Roast is 1.7g in saturated fat, 4.9g total fat and 175 calories per serving.
Top Sirloin Steak is 1.9g in saturated fat, 4.9g total fat and 156 calories per serving.
New York Loin Strip Steak is 2.3g in saturated fat, 6.0g total fat and 146 calories per serving.
Cross Rib Pot Roast is 2.2g in saturated fat, 5.7g total fat and 173 calories per serving.
Our Fresh to Market Angus Beef is California grown, USDA Choice and 100 percent natural with superior and
consistent quality. Ask our friendly meat department associates to help you pick out the perfect lean cut next
time you’re in our stores!
PUT ON YOUR WINTER
“COAT” — FROM THE INSIDE
Daniel Williams (Dairy & Frozen)
For those of us who overindulged during the holidays, our bellies may be
screaming for relief. Luckily, there’s GoodBelly, a juicy, delicious drink that
contains live, active probiotic cultures to help get your digestion in good
shape. These drinks are organic, dairy-free, soy-free and vegan. Best of
all, they taste just like a refreshing juice drink, all while settling upset
tummies. Enjoy!
Chipotle Lime London Broil
Ready to enjoy some lean Fresh to Market beef? Try our Chipotle Lime London
Broil recipe, available on our Web site: www.nuggetmarket.com/recipes
GO NUTS FOR ALMONDS
Katie Fisher (Bulk Foods)
Mother Nature put just about everything in California almonds! These standout nuts supply a
wealth of nutrients and according to numerous research studies (some from UC Davis), making
almonds a regular part of your diet may give your health a boost.
• Tops in Vitamin E: A one-ounce serving (20 almonds) is one of the best sources of this
antioxidant vitamin that may help ward off cancer and other age-related ailments such
as Alzheimer's disease. And researchers strongly suggest that Vitamin E from foods is
best (rather than from supplements) for getting this vitamin's benefits.
• Heart-health goodness: Almonds contain monounsaturated fats and unique compounds
that help protect your heart. Studies show eating almonds four times a week lowers
heart disease risk by more than 30 percent. Other research shows that including
almonds in your diet also helps lower artery-clogging LDL cholesterol levels.
• Weight-loss aid: Several research reports suggest that including almonds as part of a
low-calorie diet further assists in trimming body fat and waistlines, along with curbing
appetite, compared to just dieting without these nuts.
• Blood sugar moderator: New evidence points to including almonds as part of
an eating plan to help control healthy blood sugar levels (great news for people
with diabetes!).
• Mineral powerhouse: Almonds supply a wealth of minerals including manganese,
crucial for the protection of various body cells, and potassium and magnesium, two
minerals key to healthy blood pressure.
• Add almonds to just about anything: Sprinkle almonds over morning cereal, use as a
topper for steamed veggies or cooked grains, and toss into greens either raw or
sautéed for a nutritional boost.
PRODUCTS FOR A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
• Nuun Hydration: To stay hydrated this winter season, try Nuun tablets! Their electrolytes speed water absorption so you stay
hydrated – whether you’re skiing down the slopes or at the halfway mark of your next race. All you have to do is throw a tablet
into your water bottle — easy as that. Nuun tabs dissolve quickly, contain important electrolytes, and have no carbohydrates, zero
sugar and less than eight calories per tablet.
• Perfect Foods Bars: Attention all health-conscious eaters in search of a truly nutritious bar: Perfect Foods bars are your solution!
These bars have a base of either peanut butter or almond butter and organic honey, which helps to sustain energy
levels and prevent energy crashes. Every bar contains more than 20 nutrient-dense organic whole foods
and whole-food proteins. In addition to the nutrition benefits of this bar, we love them because they are
just so yummy!
• Honey Stinger Organic Waffles: Have you heard of a guy named Lance Armstrong? You might know
about him because he is a world-class cyclist. We like to talk about him because he was the person who
suggested to Honey Stinger that they produce organic waffles, which they did and we now love!
Modeled after the waffles that are sold throughout Europe and eaten by professional cyclists
including Lance, these waffles make a great snack!
• Simpli Apricot Oatmeal: Old-fashioned whole grain oats + delicious apricots = an irresistible
combination. We also love the fact that this oatmeal is instant, gluten free and contains no
high-fructose corn syrup. This flavorful oatmeal is sure to knock your socks off with its great taste,
while providing the natural fiber and protein that your body needs.
GAME DAY SNACKS
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
It’s football season and the big game is just around the corner. If you’re stressing about whether your favorite team will take home the
championship this year, distract yourself by planning the important things, like what you will be eating during the big game!
• Papalote Salsa: This locally produced salsa
will be a favorite while watching the big
showdown this year. Featured on Throwdown
with Bobby Flay, Papalote’s Roasted Tomato
Salsa defeated the Iron Chef. Lucky for us,
this roasted salsa is not only irresistible, but
it’s local, too — and it’s a staple at Papalote
Mexican Grill, located in the heart of the
Mission district in San Francisco.
• Jimmy T’s Barbecue Sauce: This local
barbecue line is one of our favorites! It was
created by Chef Jimmy T., who is locally
based in Sacramento and can often be found
passing out samples of his barbecue
goodness in our stores. Keep an eye out for
him and be sure to get a taste of this
delicious sauce!
• Wing-Time Buffalo Wing Sauce: Consider yourself a wing connoisseur? Instead of making the trip to Upstate New York — the
birthplace of Buffalo wings — grab a bottle of finger-licking Wing-Time Buffalo Wing Sauce! These Buffalo-style chicken wing
sauces have traditional flavor profiles, and they are also sugar free and gluten free. We prefer the Medium spice, but if you like
to live on the wild side, try the Hot!
GOT WINGS?
Jeff Clark (Executive Chef)
No football celebration should happen without Nugget’s Fresh to Market
wings! We use the same all-natural, free-range chicken for our wings that
we use for our rotisserie chickens, dressed up as a fun and tasty game-day
treat! Prepared in-house by our team of professional chefs, these wings and
drumettes are fresh, never frozen and are not pumped with brine solution,
so the natural flavor shines through. With five different flavors to choose
from, our Fresh to Market wings are sure to please any palate. Here are
some of the varieties we offer*:
• Beer Braised: Cooked until they’re fall-apart tender, these are then
flash-fried until crispy and tossed in a whole-grain mustard sauce.
• Pineapple Teriyaki: A little sweet, a little tangy and full of Asian flair.
• Guinness Wings: Marinated in Guinness, then breaded, fried golden
and tossed with hot sauce, this is one of our most popular flavors.
• Hot Buffalo: The classic style; fried golden and tossed in wing sauce.
• Thai Wings: Marinated in lemongrass, jalapeño, and soy sauce,
they are sweet and spicy, with a hint of salt.
*Selection varies by location
SAY HELLO TO
FAMOUS DAVE
Scott Touchstone (Grocery)
“Famous” Dave Anderson loves two things:
good-tastin’ ribs and barbecuing. After 25 years
of tastin’ and cookin’, Dave developed the perfect
sauce and decided he had to share his secret
recipe, known as Famous Dave’s.
Famous Dave’s makes six homemade barbecue
sauces, from Rich & Sassy, to Sweet & Sassy, to
their hottest blend, Devil's Spit. Famous Dave’s
sauces and restaurants have earned more than
500 awards, from best ribs to best new restaurant
— heck, they’ve even been recognized for the
music played in their dining rooms!
Although Famous Dave's sauces originated in
Chicago, you can find them at Nugget Markets
locations. Stop in today to grab this finger-lickin’
good barbecue sauce!
GIVE THE SWEETEST GIFT OF ALL —
SPECIALTY CHOCOLATE!
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
Gifting chocolate as a means of expressing love has become a widely practiced tradition. But
did you know the link between chocolate and romance dates back thousands of years to the
ancient Mayans? Back then, it was tradition to share a spicy cocoa beverage during weddings
and other special religious ceremonies. This Valentine’s Day, keep the tradition alive by giving
some of our favorite high-quality chocolates to someone special:
• Scharffen Berger Roasted Cacao Nibs: Nibs have a crunchy texture and a roasted
yet subtle unsweetened chocolaty flavor. They are great for adding flair to your favorite
home-baked winter treats. We love using them as an alternative to roasted nuts or
chocolate chips. We also enjoy spicing up savory dishes with nibs — try using nibs
to crust a duck or lamb for your next dinner party!
• Droste Cocoa: Longing for something sweet and delectable that you can sip on in front
of a warm fire? Droste Cocoa is sure to satisfy that craving! This Dutch processed cocoa
has been treated with an alkali solution that increases the PH level to around an 8
(chocolate’s natural PH is a 5). This process gives the cocoa a darker look and a milder,
more chocolaty flavor.
• Valrhona Chocolate: Valrhona has been a crowd pleaser for almost a century, providing
the finest chocolate to bakers, chocolatiers and chocolate lovers all around the world!
This world-renowned French chocolate producer does everything from sourcing and
roasting the beans to turning them into chocolate!
POPPING UP IN OUR BAKERIES
Tammy Cambell (Coffee & Juice Bar)
Looking for two bites of heaven — on a stick? Try our cake pops! They’re delicious,
adorable and available in either white or chocolate cake varieties, both covered in
dipping chocolate. They’re the perfect little treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
NUGGET GOES RED FOR THE
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
Jennifer Dowden (Community Relations)
FUN FACT ABOUT THE COCO-BEAN
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
Do you know that 3 million tons of cocoa are produced annually? Regions all over the
world that neighbor the equator grow cocoa, but as much as 70 percent of the world’s
cocoa crop comes from West Africa.
Nugget Markets is a major supporter of the AHA's Go Red events and programs in
2012. We're kicking off our participation on February 18th with the Go Red Race
at Sacramento's William Land Park (stop by the Nugget booth for post race snacks
and goodies) and we're the proud Table Wine Sponsor of the
22nd Annual Heart Ball Gala fundraiser on March 17th.
At the Go Red for Women Luncheon on
May 4th, Nugget is donating delicious chocolates
(known to have heart-healthy benefits!) as the
luncheon's official Chocolate Sponsor. We're
thrilled to partner with the AHA in keeping with
our commitment to heart health for everyone!
www.goredforwomen.org.
HOW CHOCOLATE IS MADE
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
CHOCOLAIS
Hank Beal (Adult Beverage)
Have you ever looked at a cacoa pod and wondered how
it can turn into the delectable chocolate bar or scrumptious
cup of hot chocolate you love so much? Making quality
chocolate is truly an art that must be mastered, and each
chocolatier has his or her own special technique! Here
is the skinny on how chocolate is produced:
• Manufacturers start the process by roasting raw
cocoa pods. Roasting the whole bean, before shelling
down to the nib (inside of the pod), will result in a
deep roast range and intense flavor. But the nib itself
can also be roasted. This results in a more even roast
and flavor profile.
• Roasted nibs are milled into a brown paste called
cocoa liquor. Cocoa liquor can be further pressed
to create cocoa butter.
• Combining and then churning cocoa butter, cocoa
liquor and sugar for anywhere from a few hours to
a handful of days is the final step to making liquid
chocolate, which is then dried. A key step that
differentiates the quality of chocolate is the length of
time that chocolate is agitated. The longer chocolate
is churned, the smoother and more sophisticated the
chocolate will taste!
GIOVANNI HOT CHOCOLATE
BODY SCRUB
Lorna Parton (Healthy Living)
This scrub is delicious on so many levels! It smells like brownies, exfoliates
the skin with crushed cocoa seeds and softens with sugar. The fact that it
actually heats up as you massage it into your skin just makes it that much
more crave-worthy!
ANDALOU AVO COCOA SKIN
FOOD MASK
Lorna Parton (Healthy Living)
Combine pure cocoa with avocado, Vitamin E and a whole bunch of other
nourishing ingredients and you get this soothing mask. It smells just like
chocolate pudding, but this treat is for your face to give you soft, smooth skin!
The wine industry is currently
going crazy over sweet wines
in general, and chocolate wines
in particular. How can you go
wrong with this combo? The
chocolate-flavored wines fall
into two camps. One is a wine
that has the chocolate flavor, but
maintains the consistency of a
red wine. The other is more of a
cream base, with a wine and
chocolate flavor. In the latter
category we offer Chocolais. If
you like milk chocolate, you
have to try this wine!
OUR HEART CAKE
OVERFLOWETH
Tammy Cambell (Coffee & Juice Bar)
Love on the chocolate-lover in your life with our
heart-shaped Chocolate Overflow cake, featuring
four different chocolates: chocolate cake, fudge
filling, chocolate buttercream icing and chocolate
ganache. Order this one special for your sweetie
(with 24-hours’ notice, please!).
BOTRAN RUM
RESERVA
BELLY UP TO THE
(COFFEE) BAR
Hank Beal (Adult Beverage)
Tammy Cambell (Coffee & Juice Bar)
The Botran family has been making rum in
Guatemala for six decades. This Reserva won a
Gold Medal at the Ministry of Rum's 2010 tasting
competition. It is a blend of rums aged 5 to 14
years using the same multi-barrel aging process as
their Solera.
We’ve got you covered when it comes to providing
healthier, post-holiday drink options in our Nugget
coffee bars. All our mixed coffee drinks are available
with sugar-free and fat-free options, and we always
feature fresh fruit and veggie drinks (five of which are
made with fresh fruits and vegetables that are delivered
daily). Want to create your own fresh fruit and veggie
drink? It’s our pleasure to make that for you, too.
This rum has a very sweet aroma with lots of dried
apricot and vanilla, plus a hint of baking spice.
These are all echoed in the taste, with additional
flavors of vanilla, banana and caramel. An oak
finish lingers on the tongue. This impressive,
well-balanced rum packs tons of character for a
great bargain.
BAMBOO =
SERIOUS VALUE!
Josh Dwinell (GM/HABA)
OLD-SCHOOL ICE
Did you know that bamboo is not a wood? It’s actually
a grass that can grow as much as 3 feet per day!
Able to naturally replenish itself, bamboo requires no
replanting and is one of the most renewable resources
known. That’s why we love the renewable kitchen
products by pioneering company Totally Bamboo.
They use a species of bamboo called Moso timber
bamboo, which is sixteen percent harder than maple,
to create their affordable products.
Daniel Williams (Dairy & Frozen)
Vintage style is what’s in right now, so if you
want to get hip, then serve your drinks the
vintage way. Vintage Ice brings us old-school,
large ice cubes — the way ice used to be
made. These vintage cubes look great in a
glass with your favorite cocktail or soda.
DON’T FORGET THE CLASSICS
Kaelynn Medbery (Specialty Cheese)
As a cheese buyer, I’ve tasted a lot of amazing cheeses, yet more often than
not it’s the classics that really pique my interest. I mean, think about it: new
cheese makers pop up every day hoping to make the best cheese ever, yet
still the classics remain.
To me, Stilton is one such cheese. It’s by far the most buttery of the blues, yet
it crumbles well and has a unique umami quality that begs for another taste.
It tastes fantastic in a rich soufflé, melted over steaks or with lighter fare,
crumbled in salads. By far my favorite way to serve Stilton is with a loaf of
rustic bread, a glass of port and a piece of dark chocolate. It just so
happens that we are right in the middle of Stilton’s peak season, so do
yourself a favor and sample a wedge of this wonderful cheese.
GO GRASS FED!
Angel Nolasco (Meat & Seafood)
Grass-fed beef has been gaining in popularity in the
past few years, and for good reason: This beef
represents a powerful protein that has the important
nutrients to fuel your healthy lifestyle. Locally grown
SunFed Organic Grass Fed Beef offers omega-3 fatty
acids, beta-carotene, Vitamin A, Vitamin E and is a
good source of Vitamin B12 — a critical nutrient not
readily available from plant proteins. The SunFed
ranching families have been part of California’s
ranching heritage for more than 100 years. They
respect the sun, the grass and the sustainable cycle
of life.
Other great attributes of this grass-fed beef include:
• 100 percent organic
• Never administered growth enhancing
hormones or antibiotics
• All-vegetarian diet
• Born and raised locally
• Humanely treated with respect and compassion
• Free range
• Predominantly Angus bred cattle
FISHWISE HELPS OUR GUESTS
MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS
Angel Nolasco (Meat & Seafood)
At Nugget Markets, we’re proud to offer some of the finest restaurant-quality
seafood available. And in addition to our quality, one thing that sets our
seafood department apart is our use of the FishWise labeling program,
which allows our guests to select seafood based on sustainability.
The FishWise color-coded signs make it easy to understand what types of
fish are sustainable. Green signs on our fish are considered sustainable,
while Yellow signs indicate good choices that have some concerns, and
Red signs mean that the item may be over fished or fished not using a
sustainable method.
Our stores offer a large variety of fresh fish fillets, including farmed salmon,
mahi-mahi, ahi tuna, Pacific snapper and halibut fillets. We carry wild
salmon year round; fresh wild salmon during wild salmon season and
quality previously-frozen wild salmon for the off season. Our friendly
seafood department associates are happy to help you select the best
seafood item for you.
ORGANIC GIRL
SUPER GREENS
Adam Bazarnik (Produce)
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s … SUPER
GREENS! This super-healthy blend of red and
green chard, tat soi, arugula and spinach is
just the type of food your trainer would
recommend — but don’t worry, there are no
initiation fees on these greens! In fact, all
these greens rank in the top 10 of the most
nutrient-rich foods per calorie: you get Beta
Carotene and vitamins A, B, C, and K, folate
and riboflavin, magnesium, manganese,
iron, potassium and chromium, and 7 mg of
Lutein per serving. Try them with your favorite
vinaigrette — the tat soi has a nice, earthy,
savory flavor, and the arugula adds just the
right amount of peppery goodness.
WHAT EXACTLY IS AN ORGANIC WINE?
Hank Beal (Adult Beverage)
A lot has been said recently about the rise of organic wines, but quite a bit of confusion remains about what makes a wine “organic.”
In fact, there are four separate types of these wines: organic wines, wines made from organically grown grapes, biodynamic wines
and wines with no sulfites added.
• Organic wines: These wines carry the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) organic seal, indicating the wine is made
from 100 percent organically grown ingredients and has been monitored throughout its entire production process. Just like any
organic fruit, these wines have no pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, chemical fertilizers or synthetic chemicals of any kind. The
wine can contain only naturally occurring sulfites. Some say “no detectible sulfites” on the label, which means the current testing
methods cannot detect any sulfites. Example: Our Daily Red Wine
• Wines made with organically grown grapes: This means the wine is made from at least 70 percent organically grown grapes.
It may have artificial sulfites added, and it does not carry the USDA organic seal. Example: Bonterra Wines
• Biodynamic wines: Based on the precise observation and an attempt at balance of nature, a concept originated by the early
20th-century Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner. Biodynamic wine is 100 percent organic, and in addition, the grower has gone
beyond to try to bring the farming process more closely in tune with nature. They view vineyards as self-sustaining ecosystems and
the soil beneath them as a living organism. Sulfites may be used, but in very low amounts. Example: Benziger Wines
• The role of sulfites: Sulfites occur naturally in wine during the fermentation process, just as they occur naturally in your body and
many foods. In wine production, the addition of sulfites acts as a preservative used to prevent oxidation and bacterial spoilage,
stabilizing the wine. A wine made with no sulfites will be more fragile and age sooner. White wines are the most fragile as they
do not have tannins, a component in red wines that helps preserve them. There is a very small percentage (less than .5 percent)
of the population, especially asthmatics, that is sensitive to excess sulfites. Any wine with more than 10 parts per million is
required to state “contains sulfites” on the label. Example: Pacific Redwood
COMPART PORK — THE “BLACK
ANGUS” OF THE PORK WORLD
Angel Nolasco (Meat & Seafood)
In our meat departments we are offering
a new premium pork, known as Compart
Duroc Pork. Duroc is a breed of pig that
excels in meat quality, documented in
tests performed by the National Pork
Producers. Pork is widely known as “the
other white meat,” but the Duroc breed
yields a dark pink to dark reddish pink,
which is the most desirable color to look
for when shopping for pork. Darker
reddish pork typically will be juicier, more
tender and have a higher pH, which is
essential for superior eating quality.
Offering these great characteristics,
Compart has used the phrase “The
Black Angus of Pork” for the Duroc pork
they breed. As someone who loves
eating pork, I must say that this is the
most flavorful and tender pork I have
ever barbecued. Currently in our store
we carry Compart boneless loin chops,
bone-in center cut loin chops and
individually vacuum-sealed pork
tenderloins. Come by our meat
departments for these fine-quality meats.
BOAR’S HEAD IS BACK!
FRESH TO MARKET ROTISSERIE CHICKEN
We are happy to welcome back into our delis Boar’s Head meats and
cheeses. Boar’s Head has been in business since 1905, and ever since,
they have been obsessed with offering people the best quality deli meats
on the market.
If you like the Fresh to Market chicken from our meat department, you’ll love the Fresh to Market Rotisserie
chickens in the deli. These are locally raised, free range, all-natural chickens from Sonoma County. They
are fed an all-natural vegetable diet with no animal by-products; they are raised longer and handled
humanely, which results in a more flavorful bird. At Nugget, we know how busy families are, so let us
provide you with an easy, healthful meal. Grab a rotisserie chicken, one of our green salads and some
bakery bread to make a filling lunch for the whole family. Or pair the chicken with garlic mashed potatoes
and green beans with pecorino for a comforting dinner. For a twist, try shredding the chicken or mixing it
with one of our Nugget Salsas and roll it up into enchiladas. You can feel good about feeding your family
a sustainably raised, hormone- and growth-stimulant-free chicken from a local producer.
Jeff Clark (Executive Chef)
Boar’s Head offers thirty varieties of American Heart Association certified
“Heart Healthy” items, which meet or exceed the association’s guidelines
for fat and cholesterol intake. These deli meats contain absolutely no fillers,
gluten, artificial flavors, colors or trans fats. We are happy to renew our
long-standing relationship with the best deli company in the country, and
we encourage you to stop by the deli and ask any associate for a sample.
Jeff Clark (Executive Chef)
MINNEOLA TANGELOS
Adam Bazarnik (Produce)
Love sweet citrus, but hate the seeds? So do we. That’s why we
love California-grown Minneola Tangelos. These began harvesting
in the Coachella valley late in December, and they’re a favorite of
ours every year. This cross between a grapefruit and tangerine hits
its peak of flavor in January. They feature a thin, easy-to-peel skin,
sweet juicy flesh, and yes, a near absence of seeds. Their
orange-like size also makes them perfect for some Vitamin C-rich
juicing. These can be tricky to pick out on the shelf because they
look very similar to an orange, except for one special characteristic:
look for the bell-shaped citrus with an exaggerated bump where
the stem is, and you will have found the Minneola.
STAY HEALTHY THIS WINTER!
Lorna Parton (Healthy Living)
It is estimated that the average person contracts more than 50 colds during a lifetime. The cure for the common cold? We’re still looking, but lucky for us we’ve
come a long way from the remedies of the Middle Ages, when colds were treated with roasted mice, leeches or hanging a ball of camphor around the neck.
Today, the best thing to do if you feel really sick is to take a trip to your doctor’s office. However, for minor sniffles and congestion, there may be some things
you can do at home that provide temporary relief. An old-fashioned favorite (of those 21 years of age and older): the hot toddy! It’s ¼ cup whiskey, ¼ cup
fresh squeezed lemon juice and ¼ cup honey. You can either put the ingredients straight into a mug and microwave until warmed, or slow-cook them in a
saucepan. If your toddy turns out too strong, add ¼ cup boiling water to the mixture. This hot cocktail may temporarily help soothe aches and congestion, and
some people feel it helps them get some much-needed sleep. And it tastes good, too!
Here’s another home remedy from Aura Cacia that could help relieve stuffy noses and sinus pressure: Drop one or two drops of Peppermint essential oil into the
palm of your hand, rub your hands together for a few seconds, close your eyes (don’t forget this part), put your hands to your face and breathe in deep … so
good! This is also great to combat that afternoon energy slump, to keep you awake during late-night driving, or as a pre-workout prep.
REJUVENATE YOUR TIRED SKIN
Cody Moody (Healthy Living – Woodland)
Low temperatures and aching bodies — yes, winter has
indeed arrived! Many tired souls look to a nice, warm
soak for relief, and we suggest infusing your bathing
experience with all-natural Aura Cacia essential oils.
Aura Cacia offers an amazing skin-renewal recipe for a
bath or after-shower oil. This blend is simple and
adjustable — have fun with it and enjoy!
Aura Cacia Rejuvenating Winter Soak
• 24 drops Lavender essential oil
• 6 drops Clary Sage essential oil
• 6 drops Lemon essential oil
• 4 oz. Jojoba Oil or 1 cup DSW salt
Add the above to a hot bath and enjoy
the relaxation!
WHISK YOUR TROUBLES AWAY
FANTASTIC FIRE-STARTER
Josh Dwinell (Housewares)
Rey Munoz (Grocery Warehouse)
The humble whisk — simple in design, but what would
chefs do without it? Evidence of whisk-like tools exists quite
far back into history, from a rudimentary bundle of twigs
fastened together, to the modern whisk that appeared at the
end of the 19th century.
Rogue Valley Firewood’s all-natural fatwood fire starter
utilizes a phenomenon long known by loggers and other
woodsmen going back to the Native Americans. When a
pine tree is logged, the roots continue to pump resin to the
stump. This resin is very flammable, and it is now highly
concentrated in the stump. Years after the initial logging,
the stump is removed and cut up into strips that make an
ideal fire starter without any need for chemical
enhancement.
Now this handy tool has taken another leap forward in
innovation, with the introduction of the BlenderBottle, a new
tool that helps you make short work of all things that need
whisking. The BlenderBottle contains the BlenderBall, which
does the whisk-work for you — just add your ingredients to
the bottle, drop in the ball, cap and shake. Voilá! Perfectly
blended every time, and portable so you can use it
anywhere you like!
VITALE’S PASTA SAUCE
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
Family run and locally based in Placer County, Vitale
makes two incredibly yummy pasta sauces – Tomato
Basil and Spicy Crushed Pepper – just like homemade
from your grandma’s kitchen. These sauces contain
extra-virgin olive oil and are made from tomatoes only
grown in California.
The wood comes from a pine forest in Honduras that is
being logged consistent with sustainable forestry practices.
No live trees are cut to produce this product. Removing the
stumps enhances the health of the forest and makes
replanting easier.
MARCY’S GOURMET
CRISPS
Stephanie Stille (Specialty Grocery)
Ever taken a bite of something that instantly caused you to stop
what you were doing to immediately savor the flavor
explosion? Well, that’s what happens when you try Marcy’s
Gourmet Crisps, freshly baked with Calabrese bread and
natural ingredients. Even the humble Sea Salt & Pepper crisps
are packed with flavor.
Only one or two sticks are needed to generate a fire,
which makes Rogue Valley’s fatwood an extremely good
value compared to traditional, chemical-laced products
and/or kindling. When lit, the fatwood emits a pleasant
pine odor and is ideal for lighting campfires and
barbecues, as well as woodstoves and fireplaces.
WE’RE MAKING SHOPPING EASIER THAN EVER!
Did you know Nugget Markets has a program designed to help identify certain
specialty products? Follow these steps and you’ll be on the path to safe and simple
shopping in no time!
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GLUTEN FRE
1. Check out these brochures that provide some info about a few common special
diets and resources to help you learn more.
SPECIAL DIETS
SPECIAL DIETS
{ dairy free }
{ heart healthy }
SPECIAL DIETS
{ low sodium }
SPECIAL DIETS
{ gluten free }
SUGAR FREE
2. Grab our product lists at the Guest Service Desk that tell you which items are
suitable for your diet and where in the store to find them.
3. We also have icons on the product tags to visually identify specialty products.
*Please note, these icons are meant to assist our guests while shopping, they are not intended to be used
as medical advice. When shopping for restrictive diets, please remember to always read the product
labels, as ingredients and manufacturers can change.
L O W S O D IU M
F A IR T R A D E
1414 E. Covell Blvd., Davis • 530.750.3800 • Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
409 Mace Blvd., Davis • 530.753.6690 • Open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
4500 Post Street, El Dorado Hills • 916.933.1433 • Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
7101 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove • 916.226.2626 • Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
771 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville • 916.746.7799 • Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
1040 Florin Road, Sacramento • 916.395.2875 • Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
130 Browns Valley Pkwy., Vacaville • 707.469.6900 • Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
2000 Town Center Plaza, West Sacramento • 916.375.8700 • Open 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
157 Main Street, Woodland • 530.662.5479 • Open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Not all items featured in this publication are available at all stores. We reserve the right to correct all printed and typographical errors.
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