In this issue

• Nugget’s Spinach Dip in a Sourdough Round
• It’s Not a Party Without
  some Wings
• Our Latest $1,000 Winner!
• Dr. Liz: Hot and Healthy!
• Community Events

Game-Day Ale — Print your Coupon Here!

Pyramid Hefeweizen is our pick for a great game-day brew. An American take on a Bavarian classic, Pyramid Hefeweizen is unfiltered for a very flavorful yet remarkably refreshing taste. Stock up now with our $1 off coupon, offered exclusively to Fresh to Market subscribers!

Chips & Dips

We have the perfect game-day-party combo for you: Nugget’s own Fresh to Market Tortilla Chips and Robert Rothschild Farm Gourmet Dips. Our chips now come in four savory flavors: White Corn, Yellow Corn, Garlic and Pico de Gallo. The Farm Gourmet Dips are offered in a suite of tempting flavors, including Roasted Red Pepper Onion, Buffalo Blue Cheese, Roasted Pineapple & Habanero, and Dirty Martini.

Digestion Help

Tummy trouble after lots of heavy, spicy party foods? Nugget’s Healthy Living department is always here to help. We recommend New Chapter OMEGA 7, which support the mucous membrane health of the digestive and urogenital systems.

Community Events

Chat with Dr. Liz

In honor of National Heart Health month in February, Nugget wants to help educate our guests about Heart Healthy eating. Join us when Dr. Liz speaks on Heart Healthy Foods in our stores throughout the month. She will repeat four 20-minute presentations, each followed by a 10-minute Q & A period.

• Saturday, February 7th (3 p.m. – 5 p.m.) at Nugget Market in Elk Grove, 7101 Elk Grove Blvd.
• Sunday, February 8th (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.) at Nugget Market in El Dorado Hills, 4500 Post St.
• Saturday, February 15th (3 p.m. - 5 p.m.) at Nugget Market in Davis, 1414 E. Covell Blvd.
• Saturday, February 28th (1 p.m. - 3 p.m.) at Nugget Market in Roseville, 771 Pleasant Grove Blvd.

Nugget’s own 2nd Lt. James O’Neill – Clothing Drive

Back in 1999, James O’Neill joined the Nugget family and worked as an associate in our Davis and Vacaville stores. Our good friend James is now serving in the military in Fallujah, Iraq, as a 2nd Lieutenant with the U.S. Marine Corps. In addition to many other duties, James and his team have worked hard to rebuild pipelines for drinking water and to reconstruct schools that have been destroyed and damaged. James has forged a special bond with many Iraqi children who are in dire need of warm clothing this winter. Our Woodland, Davis and Vacaville stores are currently collecting clothing for “James’ Kids”; if you have any gently used winter clothing (all kids’ sizes are welcome), your generous donation is greatly appreciated by James, his family, and, of course, the children in need. Donation bins are set up in our stores — please ask any associate for assistance.

January 31st
Make-A-Wish Foundation's Winter Wine & Food Fest Sacramento CA

Nugget Market joins with the Make-A-Wish Foundation for this year's Winter Wine & Food Fest fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. 31, at the Sacramento Convention Center. Wine and food tastings and a silent auction will begin at 5 p.m. and continue until 7:30 p.m.; a live wine auction will be held from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Nugget Markets joins with more than 60 wineries and 60 restaurants for this event, and we are proud to support children in need in our area. For more information about the Winter Wine & Food Fest and for ticket information, please call 916.437.0206.

To find out about other events in your community visit our events page.

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Fresh to Market
Jan. 21, 2009
Volume 3, Issue 2

We hope you enjoyed reading this issue of Fresh to Market. Fresh to Market is a free, bi-weekly email publication of Nugget Market, Inc.

Game Day!

Featured Recipe: “Bowl Day” Chili

Simple. Hearty. Spicy. Stick to your ribs.

These are all ways to describe our Bowl Day Chili. Put it on the stove in the morning and keep it warm until kick off. This is a macho bowl of "red" to chow down on as you and your friends yell at the TV.

— Jeff Clark, Nugget Markets chef de cuisine

Nugget’s Spinach Dip in a Sourdough Round

Nugget’s house-made spinach dip is perfectly seasoned, and water chestnuts give it a little crunch. Use it as a dip, or try it as a spread on your favorite sandwich. We suggest serving it the classic way, in a sourdough bread bowl, baked fresh in Nugget’s Bakery.

It’s Not a Party Without some Wings

From January 28th to February 3rd, Nugget Market’s Deli is your source for the best chicken wings this side of Buffalo. Nugget’s chefs have been creating bold flavors for your game-day party, and we think we’ve come up with the perfect wing recipe. Unlike the wings advertised by some of our competitors, Nugget’s wings are not reheated from a box — our chefs marinate, spice rub, and/or glaze these fresh, by-hand daily. Take advantage of our super-low sale price, $5.99/lb, save $2.

Our Latest $1,000 Winner!

Congratulations to Suzanne Masson from Woodland, who won our January Price Survey drawing for a $1,000 Nugget Markets gift card! Want to be our next winner? All you have to do is take the Price Survey, and you will be entered for a chance to win. Ask any associate in our stores for details. Our next $1,000 gift card drawing will be held on Feb. 18, 2009, so please turn in your surveys by Feb. 16 for your chance to win!

Health Notes with Dr. Liz

Chili – Hot and Healthy!

Surprise! A bowl of chili can be one of the most nutritious foods to warm you up this winter. Typically thought of as a diner food loaded with fat, chili actually contains a wealth of health-boosting ingredients, including beans, tomatoes, onions and chili peppers. Here’s the rundown on chili’s hot and healthy attributes:

• Packed with fiber: A cup of chili provides 9 grams of fiber (more than most whole grain cereals). Chili beans also supply soluble fiber known for its cholesterol-lowering abilities. Research shows this type of fiber helps control blood sugar levels by slowing the entry of carbohydrates into circulation.
• Protein-rich: With 15 grams of protein (30 percent of the Daily Value) per one-cup serving, chili is a meal on its own. When making chili, select lean meats (sirloin, turkey or pork) or opt for vegetarian style to keep saturated fat levels low.
• Hot factor: Chili peppers’ heat comes from capsacian, a compound that researchers are discovering may have health benefits. Studies show capsacian helps you burn calories faster by stimulating your metabolism. Also, capsacian may help you breathe easier.
• Vitamin bounty: Many standard ingredients in chili, such as tomatoes, onions, garlic, and peppers, make it a vitamin and mineral powerhouse. These veggies supply Vitamin C, crucial for immune health, and the mineral potassium, which helps you maintain a healthy blood pressure. Meat chili also supplies a wealth of the minerals iron and zinc, needed for healthy circulation and growth in children.

—Liz Applegate, Ph.D.