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Fairway Orange Juice & Fairway Prosecco SPIKE

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Meet Fairway orange juice’s main squeeze – Fairway Prosecco. They’re a match made in mimosa heaven. Juicy, effervescent, irresistible.

Don’t Just Make Brunch.

Make a statement.

Bring the family together with a sophisticated twist on

Fairway Roasted In-House Coffee Beans SIP

the traditional brunch, celebrating finely hand-crafted cocktails, pastries, and meals for a choose-your-own adventure brunch spread.

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To pour life into every party, don’t forget to invite joe. Fairway has over 100 blends of internationally sourced coffee beans.

There’s a cuppa with your name on it.

Fairway Hand-Sliced Smoked Salmon SMOKE

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This is no fish story: we have over a dozen cured and smoked salmons, from mild Faroe Island to full-flavored Scottish.

Fairway Pancake Mix & Organic Maple Syrup Fairway Hand-made Sausages STUFF

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It’s batter that’s better. Stack them high then adorn with a gooey, golden crown of our famous natural maple syrup. Top with nature’s gems – organic berries – picked at the peak of perfection.

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Fairway Fresh Bagels & Ben’s Cream Cheese SLATHER I T

Chew on this: roll out an irresistible selection of perfect bagels that are baked fresh daily. Top with Ben’s Cream Cheese – the fluffiest, creamiest spread around – for a holiday brunch that is quintessentially New York.

Add some bang to your brunch.

Our plump sausages are stuffed by hand and bursting with savory flavors.

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Best Brews for Your Bird Ommegang Abbey Ale Ommegang Abbey Ale is in a class of its own when it comes to food friendly beers. Rich and fruity, this brew mimics the sensation of drinking a big red wine.

Allagash Dubbel Ale Allagash Dubbel Ale boasts a deep red color and a complex malty taste. The finish Is dry with subtle hints of chocolate and nuts.

Carve up the Freshest Thanksgiving.

Impress your food loving friends.

Take dinner up a notch this holiday season by selecting a turkey based on freshness and taste.

Fairway proudly offers the largest selection of fresh turkeys. Our fresh turkeys hold their moisture

Smuttynose Old Brown Dog Ale Smuttynose Old Brown Dog Ale is a rich brown ale with a dark caramel and nutty flavor. It’s perfect for darker cuts of meat, or turkeys that have been smoked or fried.

Stella Artois Cidre Stella Artois Cidre is a European-style cider made with three types of apples. Crisp and refreshing, this blend is perfect for guests who prefer a sweeter pairing to their meal.

Sam Adams Boston Lager Only the finest hand-selected ingredients are used to create this perfectly balanced, full-flavored brew that is robust and rich with character.

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and bring out a meaty texture with deeper and natural flavors. A savory experience!

Fairway Fresh Brined Whole Turkey All the great qualities of our antibiotic-free turkeys, but with additional brining, which helps the meat stay plump, juicy, and flavorful and keeps it nicely seasoned from the inside out.

Fairway Antibiotic-Free Boneless Turkey Breast Roast Locally raised on small family farms. Fed an all vegetarian diet of 100% USA grains; never given antibiotics or growth hormones. Fabulously moist, juicy, easy to carve, easy to serve and oh! so easy to prepare. This one gets our thumbs up!

Heritage Foods Fresh Whole Turkey Heritage turkeys have a rich flavor, finer texture, are denser and richer tasting than a traditional bird with equal ratio of dark to light. These birds never receive antibiotics and spend their days roaming the countryside.

Fairway Fresh Organic Non GMO Whole Turkey

Fairway Fresh Antibiotic-Free Whole Turkey

Empire Kosher Fresh Kosher Whole Turkey

USDA certified organic and locally-raised without antibiotics, hormones or GMOS. An exceptionally flavorful and succulent turkey that you can feel good about serving to those you love.

Simply wonderful: nothing but fantastic taste and the highest quality. Raised in a stress-free environment by experienced farmers and fed a vegetarian diet without antibiotics or hormones.

Fresh, all-natural, hormone-free, and certified kosher turkeys. Meaty, deeply-flavored, and robust, these birds are perfect for roasting and are sure to be a showstopper on your table.

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The Perfect Holiday Pairing.

A great food and wine pairing creates a balance between the components of a dish and the characteristics of a wine. The savory connection between a beautiful roast with a spectacular red wine can elevate the flavor of both and take your meal to a whole new level of deliciousness.

We love the holidays because we get to boast a little about our meat expertise.

Don’t hesitate to ask our butchers for tips on

It doesn’t matter whether you serve food that’s traditional or something with a new and

how to marinate, cook and serve the most tender,

unexpected twist. What matters most is that the day endures as a wonderful holiday

juiciest roast. If you’re looking for something even

memory— filled with incredible food and wine of course! Here are some recommendations

more unique, like duck, goose, goat or lamb, place

from our experts — curated from around the world — that possess both beautiful flavor

an order with us when you visit our meat department.

profiles as well as being an incredible value.

Cheers!

Platinum Montepulciano D'Abruzzo Puro Desio

A bright Montepulciano showing attractive cherry compote, blueberry cake, and orange rind and citrus. Medium-bodied with some zesty acidity, lots of fruit, and a fresh finish.

Chateau Gillet Bordeaux Rouge AOC

This is wonderful to taste, with notes of plums, berries, strawberries, and flowers. It's full and creamy, with gorgeous ripe tannins and a long, long finish. Such balance. Amazing tannin quality on the finish.

CePas de Familia Malbec Mendoza 2017

Cedary oak and tangy red berries intermingle on the nose and palate with bright and sleek tannins. A beautifully fluid malbec.

This will age well in the next three to five years.

Pietranera Brunello di Montalcino 2014 Rich notes of black cherries, dark chocolate, cedar, brambleberries, blueberry pie, hazelnuts, and even some treacle.

Full body with a long finish. Great value.

Poderi Arcangelo Ciuccarello Rosso di Toscana IGT

Fresh and linear red with currant, blackberry, and mineral undertones. Firm tannins. Medium-to-full-body, lightly chewy with a fresh, bright finish.

A blend of Sangiovese and Coliegiolo from organically grown grapes.

Fontezoppa Cabernet Sauvignon Carapetto 2015

A classic Italian cab with currant and dried herb character with just a hint of cedar and nut. Medium to full body, chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Lightly bitter almond at the end. Only 200 cases made.

Montalbera Barolo L’Evoluzione 2013

Wonderful purity of fruit with strawberry, cherry, and orange-peel aromas.

Medium to full body, very fine tannins and a creamy, silky-textured finish.

Chateaubriand

A thick cut of tenderloin filet so juicy and tender it requires little dressing up.

Beef Tenderloin Roast This cut of beef packs a punch of flavor in every bite, whether you like it rare or well done.

Pork Loin Crown Roast

This delicous roast is known for its artful appearance and flavorful taste--it's bound to impress all of your guests.

Crown Roast of Lamb Bacon Wrapped Tenderloin

A succulent, juicy tenderloin wrapped in everyone's favorite meat -- bacon!

USDA Prime Standing Rib Roast

Stuffed Boneless Pork Loin

Cut into this delicious pork loin and enjoy the tender meat stuffed with flavor.

French Loin of Pork

This tender, juicy roast, also known as prime rib, is a true holiday classic.

A traditional cut of delicous pork loin. A presentation like this will bring your holiday meat to the next level.

Prime Eye Round Roast

Fresh Ham

Prime Eye is one of the leanest cuts of meat available, making it a perfect main course.

Truly regal in appearance and absolutely delicious, this majestic showstopper will have your guests talking for days.

Tired of turkey? Choose ham! You can't beat this family favorite - enjoy a slice on its own or in between two slices of bread.

French Rack of Lamb

Succulent and tender, this cut is as delicious inside as it is beautiful outside.

Boneless Turkey Breast

Juicy, tender and melt-in-your-mouth good, our turkey breast is a sure crowd-pleaser.

These wonderful wines are exclusive to Fairway Wines and Spirits stores.

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Bring our Expertise Straight to your Kitchen.

HEAR ARE SOME TIPS & TRICKS TO HELP YOU CREATE THE ULTIMATE HOLIDAY GATHERING. Michael Corsello’s Cheese Board 101

Laura Licona’s Tried & True Turkey Tips EXECUTIVE

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Choose the right turkey from over 12 varieties at Fairway. Heritage? Organic? Fresh? Frozen? There are lots of choices and we offer the largest FRESH selection. A heritage turkey is right for you if you want to try an old-fashioned breed of turkey, often leggier and leaner and more flavorful if you don't mind paying a little more for it. Or, you may already have your eye on a turkey raised according to organic standards. If you'd prefer a traditional fresh or frozen bird, we have a wide selection of those too.

We love when a turkey is cooked on a rack of fresh vegetables. Create a natural roasting rack for your turkey by layering some of our fresh carrots, onions and celery on the bottom of the roasting pan. Giving the turkey a little lift off the base of your pan helps to increase hot air circulation so that your turkey will get crispy all over.

We love how the vegetables add great flavor to the gravy.

Brining can keep your bird moist. Brining is an easy way to make a moist and flavorful turkey. A typical brining recipe contains water, salt, sugar and a variety of spices and aromatics. Follow a trusted recipe so you get the right proportion of each.

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With over 600 varieties, our cheese department can be intimidating. But, our cheesemongers will happily help you be the unsung hero of your holiday dinner. When creating a cheese plate, always remember variety is key. You’ll want one that is sharp, one that it is nutty, a creamy cheese and a funky cheese. Our labels have tons of information about the cheese as well. All you need is a cheese board and we’ll do the rest. Go with a theme. Go with a nationality. Go with whatever you like and remember a great cheese plate always accompanied with good crackers or a crusty Fairway famous baguette. Salt loves sweet! Be sure to try our newly launched The Fairway Collection of artisanal preserves. Choose from fig, candied pumpkin, sour cherry preserves that are made with 100% Armenian fruit with no preservatives or artificial flavors.

We recommend keeping the stuffing on the side. The Thanksgivings of your childhood likely included stuffing cooked right in the cavity of the turkey. Many people have a go to family recipe for stuffing. But, we suggest you cook the stuffing in a separate pan. Cooking the stuffing in the turkey may lead to the growth of harmful bacteria.

And a stuffed turkey will take longer to cook, which could result in drier white meat. Instead, loosely fill the turkey with aromatics such as onions, carrots and herbs.

Some of our favorite cheeses to put on a platter are:

It’s all about the rub! Seasoning rubs add deep flavors and a savory taste to any type of meat, and turkey definitely benefits from this type of flavoring treatment.

out strong but finishes with a flavor very similar to butter

A good rub adds layers of flavor, as well as beautiful color to the skin. From fresh herbs to Cajun spice, a great rub will turn your turkey from ordinary into extraordinary.

Parmigiano Reggiano - the king of all cheeses and a Fairway staple

Gorgonzola Dolce - young and not as aggressive as other popular blues Delice de Bourgogne - a soft ripened triple-cream cheese that starts

Moliterno Al Tarfuffo - a young pecorino laced with black truffles

No basting required. Basting means more oven door opening, which causes temperature fluctuations that

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Everyone knows that when it comes to Thanksgiving, the sides make the meal (sorry, turkey!). You can do so many beautiful things with Fairway fresh produce not just as side dishes, but also as main courses. The incredible thing about this time of the year is the sheer diversity of seasonal produce. Surprise! The seemingly sweet can be savory, and the savory can be sweet, with deep richness that creates beautiful sides and casseroles!

Pair roasted acorn squash and portabello mushrooms with a salad of radicicho, apples and pumpkin seeds.

Roasted carrots and beets topped with a pecan pesto lights up any table with a richness of purple, orange and green colors.

A root vegetable mash changes the traditional potato side by mashing in celery and parsnips.

Char your corn and make it creamy and cheesy to complement any main course.

We’re obsessed with freshness and believe it can take any meal up a notch like magic!

can dry out your bird. Instead, keep your turkey moist by brining it or by rubbing it all over with butter or oil.

Invest in a good meat thermometer. Check for doneness by inserting an instant-read meat thermometer in the thickest part of the turkey, around the thigh, avoiding the bone. At 165 degrees F it’s done.

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Let your bird rest before serving. Resting a turkey is absolutely necessary — not optional — for maximum flavor and juiciness. During the resting period, the turkey will keep cooking, and the internal temperature will rise by 5 to 10 degrees.

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The amount of resting time depends on the size of the bird, but at least 20 minutes is needed. Cover it with foil, but loosely; you don’t want to seal in the moisture, which will cause the skin to steam and lose whatever level of crispness you’ve achieved.

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Cooking for a crowd can be complicated, BUT knowing how big a turkey to buy is pretty simple.

For birds under 16 pounds, figure at least 1 pound of turkey per person. For larger birds 16 pounds and heavier, figure a bit less since there’s more meat in proportion to bone. If you want substantial seconds and leftovers, allow another 1/2 pound per person.

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A bottle of wine can be the perf last-minute purchase – but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t think carefully about your selection. The wine needs to please many palates and complement the meal, but not steal the show. To help your selection stand out, we recommend a fruity, medium bodied West Coast Pinot Noir like this one:

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The most often asked question? How big a turkey should I get?

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As a guest, what’s the right wine to bring to your holiday dinner?

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Hinman Pinot Noir Oregon 2015 Very fresh red cherries and poached strawberries with a succulent, juicy core of red-cherry flavor that holds impressive length. A concentrated, fresh, young pinot.

You should never arrive at a party empty-handed, and remember, if you arrive bearing a great bottle of wine, you’ll definitely get invited back!

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For those of you on Team Pumpkin Pie, this might be the year to try a new spin on your traditional favorite. Here is a great makeover tip to turn your pumpkin pie into the ultimate dessert show-stopper!

Add a Pecan Streusel!

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons chopped pecans 2 tablespoons cold butter Lightly sweetened whipped cream, for serving Instructions: Mix flour, brown sugar, pecans and cold butter together with your fingertips until crumbly.

Refrigerate until ready to use.

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Fairway Lamb Prosciutto SLICE

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Locally made in Brooklyn and exclusive to Fairway, this rich lamb prosciutto will knock the wool out of your socks.

Decadent cheeses you can crumble or spread, meats sliced thinner than tissue paper, all of the olives you can dream of... and we’re just getting started.

Mozzarella with Tomato on the Vine & Balsamic Glaze DRIZZLE

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What’s better than gold, frankincense and myrrh? Homemade Mozzarella, Tomatoes still on the vine, and a Balsamic that’s crossed oceans just to be drizzled on your caprese.

Fairway Olives PAIR

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Everyone’s favorite pit stop – the olive bar. With over 100 varieties to choose from, these plump, delicious orbs have traveled the globe to get here and each is prepared in a way that’s true to their origin.

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The humble bread that we can’t help but brag about. Fairway baguettes are made fresh all day long. A bubbly inside neatly wrapped in a crisp crust. It’s less holiday bread and more holiday gift.

Crostini with Brie & The Fairway Collection Preserves SPREAD

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Our new Fairway Collection Preserves won’t last long once folks get hold of them. Crafted from premium Armenian fruits, they are the perfect pairing for our creamy, decadent brie.

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It’s a struggle not to pig out on this Sheep’s Milk cheese marbled with a luxurious labyrinth of black truffle veins. Pair with a full-bodied red wine and your favorite guests.

Crostini with Salami & Manchego STACK

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12 Days? Try 12 months. Indulge in Queso Manchego made from raw sheep’s milk and patiently aged for 12 tantalizing months. It is ripe and ready to be paired with smoky salami.

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Fairway Homemade Chocolate Dipped Macaroons DIP

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Our macaroons are made from scratch every single morning. Indulge in original, black and white, cranberry, chocolate chip, or chocolate dipped. You can't find better ones anywhere else.

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Holiday Scones

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your meal on a sweet and decadent note.

Flaky, a little dense, but still sweet enough to bring home to meet the family.

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You’ll always find this creation of creamy, buttery richness and sweet fruits at the top of everyone’s list. A real showstopper!

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Every batch made from scratch. With a variety of indulgent flavors, you can go with your favorites or expand your taste buds’ horizons.

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Fairway Pumpkin Spice Donuts

They’re anything but humble.

Homemade with the freshest natural ingredients and a taste that’s sweet but not overly sugary. Sheer perfection.

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Pumpkin spice. So very nice. Made daily with just the right amount of cinnamony sweet goodness. Straight out of our oven to your table.

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Purple Carrots ROAST

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With an exotic twist like our peppery and vibrant purple variety, carrot dishes will be elevated from rabbit food to 24kt gold.

It’s Time To Pick Sides.

Better yet, just pick them all.

A holiday filled with sides and casseroles made from our unmatched selection of the freshest, local, organic produce is no miracle. But it is mouthwatering.

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Earth’s darling root. Dig into your new favorite holiday spud – yams! Less sweet and more tater-like than sweet potatoes.

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Add a kiss of color and touch of tartness to turkey and roasts with this quintessential fall beauty.

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A dish that weaves the delicately nutty orange cauliflower with the sweeter, milder Romanesco cauliflower, and friends and family will cauli-delicious!

Broccoli Rabe SAUTE

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This veggie, also known as Rapini, starts out pungent and bitter. But cook it, and it becomes mellow and slightly nutty. Try it sautéed with garlic and oil.

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Mixing and mingling isn’t only for holiday guests. Roast earthy, slightly bitter green sprouts together with nuttier, sweeter purple sprouts, then let the magic happen.

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