Certified Organic

September 2013
As we look through the beautiful array of Melissa’s Organic Fruits and Veggies in our produce departments, it brings to mind thoughts of wonderful meals, mouthwatering flavors and seasonal favorites that are tied to our fondest memories.

July 2013
Callin' out around the world, are you ready for something great to eat? Summer's here and the time is right for grillin' on your street.

September 2012
Some people like to say "I get no kick from champagne," but I’d counter they have never tried Melissa’s sweet little globes of joy called Champagne Grapes.

August 2012
Two things occurred last week: first, I was working in a produce department. As I worked, I was watching a customer pick out a pineapple; as he picked up each one he would flick it with his index finger to check for ripeness.

July 2012
One thing I love about this time of year is the fresh flavor of Melissa’s organic green beans. I love them raw, lightly steamed, sautéed, roasted, or combined with bi-color corn and black krim tomatoes for a cool summer salad.

December 2010
Wouldn’t it be nice if you opened your lunch bag and you found a homemade fruit bar? Or how about coming home on Wednesday night and being surprised after dinner with a warm fruit bar topped with ice cream.

November 2010
My friend, Jennifer Brewer, MS, CNS, Chef and Radio Show Host www.greenteaandhoneyradio.com has always told me what most of us already know but don’t always practice: breakfast is the most important meal of the day!

October 2010
Since many of us are cooking more at home these days (82% of specialty food consumers are cooking more at home due to the economy), it probably comes as no surprise that the type of meals served at home are becoming more ethnically diverse and varied.

September 2010
We have all eaten Red Delicious apples and maybe even given them to our favorite third grade teacher as a gift.