December 2022 | The Fresh Market Magazine

The most wonderful time of the year, indeed! Twinkling lights. Brightly wrapped gifts. Festive get-togethers and meals shared with loved ones. The holidays are truly a time to be savored. And for more than 40 years, we’ve been helping guests make their holidays special—and easy—with fully prepped meals, desserts, party platters and more. Flip through these pages to discover all the ways we can help you savor the joys of the season!

Party Starters 2-3 Your Holiday Meal Headquarters 4-5 The Main Event 6-9 Sides Worth Celebrating ............................................................ 10-11 Sweeten Up the Holidays 12-13 Create a Cheesy New Tradition 14-15 Santa-Approved Stocking Stuffers .......................................... 16-17 Explore a World of Holiday Flavors 18-19 Gifts Full of Glee 20-21 Fa-La-La-La Fancy .............................................................................22

Let the Festival of Lights Begin 23 Make Your Morning Merry & Bright 24-25 December Little Big Meals 26-27 Put the “Seas” in Holiday Season 28-29 Cook Like a Chef With Jonathan Waxman 30-31 December Featured Items 32-38 The Ultimate Loyalty Experience 39 Gift Baskets back cover

I just wanted to give a shoutout to the crew at The Fresh Market on Madison Road in Cincinnati. We shop there at least once a week, and throughout the holidays, the staff has just gone above and beyond. Even when the lines are crazy, every crew member I encounter always has a smile and is always ready to help. Thank you, thank you, I love shopping with you and look forward to our next trip!”

becky m. | cincinnati, oh

PARTY STARTERS

New!Classic Charcuterie

An assortment of cubed cheeses with Genoa salami, pepperoni, pitted Kalamata olives, and red and green grapes.

$24.99 ea | Serves 8-10

New!Mediterranean Tray

A classic taste of the Mediterranean with hummus, pitted Kalamata olives, stuffed grape leaves, feta and more.

$29.99 ea | Serves 6-8

Pull-Apart Cupcake Cake

A festive assortment of our deliciously decadent made-in-store cupcakes.

$19.99 ea | Serves 7

Find party platters and more in our EATertaining Guide— in store or online. SCAN

• Fully Cooked Turkey (10-12 lb)

• Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes (3 lb)

• Traditional Herb Stuffing (3 lb)

• Homestyle Turkey Gravy (30 oz)

• Cranberry Relish With Walnuts (16 oz)

• Soft Golden Dinner Rolls (12 ct)

• Spiral Sliced Bone-In Honey Ham (9 lb)

• White Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes (2.5 lb)

• Green Bean Medley (2.5 lb)

• Roasted Butternut Squash With Pecans and Cranberries (2.5 lb)

• Cranberry Relish With Walnuts (16 oz) Soft Golden Dinner Rolls (12 ct)

• Fully Cooked Turkey Breast (3 lb)

• Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes (2 lb)

Traditional Herb Stuffing (2 lb)

• Homestyle Turkey Gravy (30 oz)

• Cranberry Relish With Walnuts (8 oz)

Boneless Sliced Ham (3.5 lb)

• White Cheddar Scalloped Potatoes (1.5 lb)

• Green Bean Medley (1.5 lb)

Roasted Butternut Squash With Pecans and Cranberries (1.5 lb)

• Cranberry Relish With Walnuts (8 oz)

• Fully Cooked Turkey (10-12 lb)

• Boneless Sliced Ham (3.5 lb)

• Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes (4 lb)

• Traditional Herb Stuffing (3 lb)

• Homestyle Turkey Gravy (30 oz)

• Roasted Butternut Squash With Pecans and Cranberries (2 lb)

• Green Bean Medley (2 lb)

• Cranberry Relish With Walnuts (16 oz)

• Soft Golden Dinner Rolls (24 ct)

MEAL INCLUDES:

• Fully Cooked Prime Rib (1 lb)

• Mascarpone Whipped Potatoes With Rosemary (1 lb)

• Green Bean Medley (1 lb)

• The Fresh Market Horseradish Aioli (4 oz)

The EventMain

Set the holiday table with a showstopping— and tasty—centerpiece. From our wowworthy standing rib roast to traditional ham and turkey, our holiday mains are restaurantquality and always fresh. Find your favorites here through page 9.

Standing Rib Roast

Meet our go-to holiday table centerpiece. This primal cut is most often roasted standing up, which makes for a striking presentation.

Trimmed & Tied: Every standing rib roast is hand-trimmed. The meat is loosened from the bones and “cradled,” or tied back on, to ensure the roast cooks evenly and is easy to carve.

Cut to Perfection: We cut to order, so you can take home the right-sized roast for your gathering.

Market Price | 1/2 lb per person

Beef Wine Pairing: Caymus Suisun The Walking Fool Red Blend

Start a new holiday tradition by gathering around the grill! Our in-house pit masters, Jeff Snyder and Anthony Kovarick (pictured, left and right), crafted two smoked standing rib roast recipes—using a pellet smoker and a traditional wood smoker. The curator of our quality beef, Jeff Earl (pictured, middle), developed a pepper blend to top it off.

The Fresh Market Signature Pepper Blend

A proprietary mix of butcher-cut pepper, Hudson Valley salt, nigella seeds, turbinado sugar, green and red bell peppers, paprika, ground black pepper, and onion, our spice blend is the perfect pair for our standing rib roast.

“The larger chunks of pepper bring a small amount of heat and the nigella seeds add an interesting aromatic quality to the blend, while the sugar helps create a nice crust on the roast,” Jeff Earl, director of Meat & Seafood Merchandising at The Fresh Market, says.

In addition to our standing rib roast, Earl says this versatile blend pairs well with other meats, too. “It’s been great on anything we’ve tried it on—pork tenderloin, whole chicken, any beef cut—it’s a very versatile blend.” $9.99 ea | 4.3 oz

HOLIDAY MAINS

BEEF

Whole Beef Tenderloin

A holiday favorite, beef tenderloin is perfect for those who want to impress a hungry crowd without spending hours in the kitchen.

Market Price | 1/2 lb per person

Beef Wine Pairing: Honig Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

LAMB

French Cut Rack of Lamb

This luxury cut is the prime rib of lamb, specified at 20 oz or larger.

Available seasoned or unseasoned Market Price | 1 rack serves 2 people

Lamb Wine Pairing: Willow Cove Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon

PORK

Pork Crown Roast

An elegant roast fit for royalty! Our pork crown roast is available with 12-22 ribs, so it’s ideal for larger gatherings.

Market Price | 1/2 lb per person

Pork Wine Pairing: Rombauer Chardonnay

We’re a family of foodies, so the holiday season is a chance to go all out on meals. I bought your spiral-cut honey ham to have for my family and it was delicious. I’ve tried hams from all the major grocery chains and from Honey Baked Ham, but yours was the best by far! I also purchased three boneless legs of lamb for Christmas dinner. My guests agreed that it was the best they had ever had—tender and succulent.”

Spiral Sliced Bone-In Honey Ham

Our fully cooked, spiral sliced honey ham is smoked over hickory hardwood, then double glazed with honey and brown sugar for sweet, savory flavor.

Average size: 9 lb • From our Meat Dept Market Price | 1/2 lb per person

Boneless Sliced Ham

Deliciously smoky and sweetened with just the right amount of honey, our boneless ham is fully cooked and ready to serve.

Average size: 3.5 lb • From our Deli Market Price | Serves 6-8

FRESH TURKEY

The Fresh Market

Fresh Whole Turkey

Our fresh, never frozen turkeys mean you can forget defrosting— and spend more time enjoying.

From our Meat Dept Market Price

*8

FULLY COOKED TURKEY

Antibiotic-Free Boneless Turkey Breast

Our moist, delicious turkey breast is bursting with oven-roasted flavor and ready to heat and serve.

Average size: 3 lb • From our Deli

$12.99 lb | Serves 3-5

Whole Turkey

A perfectly cooked holiday staple, without all the mess and fuss! Simply heat and serve.

Average size: 10-13 lb • From our Deli $4.99 lb | Serves 8-10

ORGANIC Whole Turkey

Our organic turkey is fully cooked, ready to heat and serve.

Turkey

Wine Pairing: Belle Glos Las Alturas Pinot Noir

Honey

Ham

ADAM MATTHEWS RUM & BOURBON CAKES

Based in Louisville, KY, Adam Matthews Bakery has been handcrafting desserts that reflect the area’s rich heritage since 1982. Their Kentucky Woods Bourbon Barrel Cake is infused with oak-barrelaged Kentucky bourbon and topped with fresh walnuts and a luscious chocolate and caramel icing. Their Cayman Cove Rum Cake brings a taste of the Caribbean, blending the robust flavors of molasses, vanilla, nutmeg, allspice and pecans with oak-barrel-aged rum. The alcohol is cooked out in both cakes, leaving behind a flavorful treat that’s perfect for the whole family. While supplies last.

$39.99 ea | 30 oz

HAND-CRAFTED FUDGE

Dense and decadent, fudge is a classic holiday treat that’s as good for gifting as it is for adding to your dessert spread. Handmade in small batches, our new fudge comes in four mouthwatering flavors: Peanut Butter, Chocolate, Turtle Cheesecake, and Dark Chocolate Sea Salt.

$3.99 ea | 4 oz

YULE LOGS

Our yule logs are rolled and decorated by hand, making each one a unique creation. Available in White Chocolate Raspberry and Chocolate. $29.99 ea | 37 oz

The Fresh Market Christmas Blend Coffee The star of our luscious bread pudding recipe, this seasonal blend features flavors of cinnamon, clove and vanilla.

$14.99 ea | 16 oz

The Fresh Market Creamy Caramel Sauce This decadent sauce is made with real cream, sugar, butter and a dash of sea salt.

$6.99 ea | 11 oz

New!

6 La Petite Reine Truffle Brie

Imported from France, this creamy brie is infused with the earthy flavor of fresh black truffles. $11.99 ea

Regalis Black Truffle Balsamic Glaze

Crafted in Italy, this 18-year barrelaged balsamic vinegar is infused with aromatic black truffles. It’s a decadent finishing touch on creamy cheeses. $19.99 ea | 3.38 fl oz

New!

Valley Lahvosh Baking Co. Christmas Tree Crackers

This California bakery has been handcrafting traditional Armenian crackerbreads since 1922. Their tree-shaped crackers add a festive touch to your holiday spread.

$3.99 ea | 4.5 oz

Red Clay Spicy Peach Honey

Raw, sustainably sourced and glutenfree, this wildflower honey is infused with juice from fresh peaches for a spicy-sweet indulgence.

$7.99 ea | 9 oz

New!

Can Bech Just for Cheese Jams

Filled with fruits, nuts and spices, these flavorful jams are carefully crafted to enhance the flavor and aroma of cheese—not overpower it. $4.99 ea | 2.33-2.54 oz

Made exclusively for The Fresh Market, these hand-decorated cookies are available only during the holiday season and come with a customizable gift tag. $7.99 ea | 8 oz

The Fresh Market Gift Cards

A stocking stuffer favorite for anyone who loves to eat delicious food! Even better: You get a $10 coupon for yourself with every $100 spent on gift cards, now through December 24.

New!

Walkers Shortbread Christmas Trees or Gingerbread Men

When Joseph Walker opened his bakery in 1898 in Scotland, he founded a company that’s still baking today. These festive shortbread cookies are made using Joseph’s recipe of flour, butter, sugar and salt.

$5.99 ea | 4.4-5.3 oz

The Fresh Market Christmas Blend Coffee

Usher in holly jolly mornings with this seasonal sip that blends the festive flavors of cinnamon and clove with the sweetness of vanilla. Our sample-size packets are perfect for stuffing in stockings.

$1.99 ea | 2 oz

New!

Rothschild Hot and Smoky Bacon Chutney

A tasty topper for vegetables, burgers or fish, this meaty condiment delights with the bold Southwestern kick of Hatch chiles.

$4.99 ea | 5.4 oz Save up to $1 ea

A CITRUSY HOLIDAY TRADITION

For many, an orange in their holiday stocking is a cherished tradition—but did you ever wonder where the custom came from?

While it’s hard to believe now, oranges and other citrus fruits weren’t always a grocery store staple. Their rarity made them a treat special enough for the biggest holiday of the year—and it’s a tradition that continues to this day. Want to try it? Sweet and easyto-peel Wonderful Halos Mandarins are a great choice for little hands.

’TIS THE SEASON

New!

Lambertz Dominos Auslese from

germany

EXPLORE A WORLD OF

Of all the ways to celebrate the holiday season, one of our favorites is sampling beloved treats from around the world. It’s the best—and tastiest—way to peer into another culture. From Italian panettone to German gingerbread, here are some European holiday treats you won’t want to pass up.

New!

Galup Panettone With Pears and Chocolate from italy

For a sweet twist on the traditional Italian holiday cake, this panettone is filled with bits of extra-dark chocolate and candied pears and topped with handmade frosting.

$34.99 ea | 26.5 oz

For more than 330 years, Lambertz has been baking authentic German cookies and treats. Try these chocolate squares filled with layers of soft gingerbread cake and fruit filling.

$7.99 ea | 7.05 oz

New!

Wicklein Pfeffernüsse Iced Gingerbread Cookies from germany

From one of Nuremberg’s leading gingerbread bakers, these glazed gingerbread rounds balance the sugary glaze with a kick of pepper.

$6.99 ea | 7.05 oz

FOR THE SEASON

The Fresh Market Holiday Pie

Savor all the flavors of a holiday meal in one take-and-bake dish! Chicken, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy and cranberries are all tucked inside a flaky crust.

$12.99 lb

New!

The Fresh Market Choco Pop Popcorn

Our gourmet caramel popcorn is the perfect match for toasted almonds, cashews, and a drizzle of white, milk and dark chocolate.

$14.99 ea | 19 oz

Holiday-Size

Take & Bake Brie

Generously sized for a bigger crowd, these luscious appetizers feature creamy brie wrapped in a buttery puff pastry and topped with fruits and nuts.

$49.99 ea | 35 oz

HOLIDAY FLAVORS

New!

exclusive

Antonio Mattei Biscotti Tin from italy

Antonio Mattei developed his awardwinning recipe for almond biscotti in 1858. Today, the Pandolfini family, who inherited Mattei’s Tuscan bakery in 1904, still use the same recipe to bake these delightful treats.

$34.99 ea | 17.64 oz

New!

Graza “Drizzle” Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Made with olives grown in Spain, this flavorful finishing oil is picked, pressed, bottled and shipped in the same season for max freshness.

$16.99 ea | 16.9 oz

Save up to $3 ea

New!

Walkers Polar Bear Shortbread Cookie Tin from the united kingdom

Share the buttery goodness of these classic cookies—made from a family recipe perfected in 1898—in a cute and collectible tin.

$17.99 ea | 8.8 oz

New!

Wicklein Mini Elisen Gingerbread With Baked Apples from germany

With a history that dates to 1615, Wicklein will bring a piece of German tradition to your holiday spread with their authentic gingerbread treats.

$14.99 ea | 5.29 oz

New!

Walkers Gin-Infused Fruit Tarts from the united kingdom

Baked in Walkers’ Scottish bakery, these luxurious tarts blend traditional mincemeat ingredients (sugar, apple, currants, sultanas and candied citrus peels) with a nip of gin.

$9.99 ea | 4.8 oz

exclusive

Tate’s Bake Shop Cookie Jar

From the beloved New York bakery

New! known for deliciously crispy, buttery cookies, this ceramic jar makes a sweet gift. The lid seals tight to keep your favorite treats fresh. (Cookies sold separately.)

$19.99 ea

The Fresh Market Sourdough

Each small batch of our classic sourdough bread is perfectly fermented for three days, then baked fresh daily using clean ingredients and finished with care.

’TIS THE SEASON

GIFTS FULL OF GLEE

As you’re making your list and checking it twice, look for opportunities to give gourmet. Our curated gift baskets, wine selections and other tasty gifts are sure to delight anyone who loves to eat, drink and be merry.

GIFT CRATES

Choose from five different gift crates filled with carefully curated seasonal and everyday goodies. Think toast-worthy wines, cheeses, snack mixes, cookies, coffees and more—including many of our signature private label items. Each themed collection is assembled by hand in-store and comes in a customdesigned wooden crate.

A Great Value!

Choose from two curated wine 4-packs and save.

CURATED WINE 4-PACKS

Selected by our own in-house wine experts, these toast-worthy four-packs take the guesswork out of choosing wines for your holiday meals. There are two collections to choose from: Our Guest Favorites features Rombauer Chardonnay, Honig Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, The Prisoner Red Blend and Belle Glos Las Alturas Pinot Noir. Our Best-in-Class Varietals include DAOU Paso Robles Chardonnay, J. Wilkes Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, Tayu 1865 Pinot Noir and Coppola Prosecco. Cheers!

exclusive BELLE GLOS WINE SAMPLER

Impress wine lovers with this gift box featuring three bottles of Belle Glos Pinot Noir, each made from grapes grown in a different California vineyard.

$165.99 ea

GIFT BASKETS

Choose from our assortment of ready-made gift baskets brimming with goodies like craftbaked cookies, candy, chocolate, fudge and more. Or let us build a custom gift basket just for you, filled with all your favorite treats.

The Fresh Market Cocoa Gift Set

For chocolate lovers who like to sip their sweets, this warm and wintry gift set features our Creamy Bourbon, Milk Chocolate Winter Blend, and Dark Chocolate Midnight Blend cocoa mixes. $12.99 ea | 9 oz

Harry & David Moose Munch

Holiday Classic Cube

Bursting with crunchy butter toffee popcorn, cashews, almonds and peanuts, this delightful mix makes a tasty holiday treat. Each box includes three munch mix flavors: Classic Caramel, Dark Chocolate and Milk Chocolate.

$24.99 ea | 24 oz

Long Grove Confectionary Co.

English

Toffee With Pecans

Featured on Cooking Channel’s Unwrapped 2.0 , this nutty, chocolatey treat has been a favorite at this Illinois confectionary for over 45 years. It features toffee made with real butter, smooth milk chocolate and chopped pecans.

$16.99 ea | 14 oz

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co. Gift Boxes

Lovers of crunchy, salty snacks will devour the premium nut mixes from this Michigan company that’s been familyowned and -operated since 1924.

$14.99-$24.99 ea | 12-26 oz

MAKE YOUR MORNING

MERRY & BRIGHT

The living room floor is full of wrapping paper and you’re still in your PJs, and now everyone’s hungry! No need to stress—we’ve got plenty of delicious ways to savor holiday mornings together. Share our Holiday Brunch Meal for 4 or create a nibble-worthy brunch board piled high with our signature, curated private label items.

The Fresh Market Mini Muffins

Bite-size muffins in flavors like Banana Nut, Chocolate Chip, Honey Corn, Blueberry Streusel, Blueberry, and Cranberry Orange.

$6.99 ea | 12 ct

Holiday Grapes

These California-grown grapes are prized for their bright-red skin, juicy flavor and extra-large size.

The Fresh Market Panettone

Made in Italy using the Piedmont Region method; try it toasted and topped with butter, maple syrup and powdered sugar.

Panettone

$6.99 ea | 17.64 oz

Chocolate Chip Panettone $9.99 ea | 17.64 oz

The Fresh Market Flavored Bacon

Our thick-cut, uncured bacon enhanced with flavors like Honey Orange, Apple Pie, and Hatch Chile.

$9.99 per lb

The Fresh Market Brie

A versatile, mild French cheese that pairs deliciously with breakfast or brunch.

$10.49 ea

The Fresh Market Organic Jams or Jellies

Made with fresh, organic fruits in flavors like Blueberry, Apricot, Strawberry, Raspberry, and Grape.

$5.49 ea | 13 oz

WITH

LEMON CAPER SPREAD

Add a

treat to

holiday brunch. These bagels are ready in 30 minutes and feed up to 6 people.

Seedless Lemons

These naturally seedless lemons are juicy, zesty and Non-GMO Project verified. They’re everything you love about lemons, without the pesky little seeds.

I love this local store! The staff is always friendly, especially behind the meat counter, where you really do need input and help. Mainly, I’m writing to just say how much we enjoy the Market Meal Kits and Little Big Meals. Incredibly solid generous portions and a very reasonable price. We were in the process of moving and those meals allowed us to eat healthy while we were busy.”

joy g. savannah, ga

Find your store’s Little Big Meal display and pick up all the ingredients you need in one convenient location!

Choose your favorite protein, such as chicken, pork or shrimp from our Meat Department or even a plantbased option.

VEGGIE KIT

Many meals include pre-measured and cut veggies from our Produce Department—no slicing and dicing required!

Your meal may also include a savory sauce to add just the right amount of flavor.

Little Big Meals are my obsession. Great variety, great price, great flavor. Bring the schnitzel meal back. It was delicious!”

mark r. saratoga springs, ny

range from microwavable veggie steamer bags to ready-to-eat deli sides—and they’re always deliciously easy!

Whether you’re looking to introduce some new flavors to your usual holiday spread or need ideas for a traditional Feast of the Seven Fishes, we’ve got you covered with recipes, inspiration, and prepped, ready-to-cook seafood favorites.

BUILD A SEA-CUTERIE BOARD

Make some waves this holiday season with this fishy twist on a classic charcuterie board. Just pair your favorite seafoods— like lobster tails, smoked salmon and shrimp—with yummy dipping sauces and other nibbles. Here’s what went into ours:

TRUFF Mayo

This mayonnaise infused with black truffles makes a decadent dipping sauce.

$8.99 ea | 8 oz Save up to $2 ea

The Fresh Market Cold-Smoked Salmon Side Smoked with cherry, apple, oak and maple hardwood.

$24.99 lb

Crusty Italiano Bread

Slices of this classic Italian loaf are the perfect pair for shrimp tapas or seafood dips.

$5.49 ea | 14 oz

The Fresh Market House-Made Guacamole Crafted from our own signature recipe with perfectly ripe avocados.

$8.99 lb

The Fresh Market Super Crab Dip Savory crab meat blended with the finest seasonings.

$4.99 ea | 8 oz

Port Salut Cheese

This mild French cheese is the perfect palate cleanser.

$9.99 ea | 5.3 oz

Stonewall Kitchen Sea Salt Crackers

These light and crispy crackers are an ideal vehicle for dips and more.

$7.99 ea | 5 oz

ULTIMATE LUMP CRAB CAKES

Easy, delicious and ready in less than 15 minutes, our Ultimate Lump Crab Cakes are made with 70% lump and special crab meat and simple ingredients that enhance the delicate flavor. No filler, no fluff—just pure, meaty goodness!

$7.99 ea | 4 oz

Create this classic Southern dish at home with ease! Made with fresh seafood and produce from our stores, this heat-and-eat dinner for two includes snow crab leg clusters, shrimp, corn and potatoes—flavored with butter and The Fresh Market Best of the Bay seasoning. It cooks in 15 minutes and the oven-ready tray makes cleanup a snap.

$14.99 per person

COOK LIKE A CHEF

What inspired you to pursue culinary arts?

I was working as a Ferrari salesman and the wife of the owner convinced me to take a cooking class. The rest is history. Quite a journey!

You’ve been credited with being a pioneer of California cuisine. How would you describe it?

It’s truly a state of mind—no set rules, just a passion for simple dishes cooked with integrity, plus ingredients that follow the seasons. The light and the energy of California informs the food, and the topography dictates the seasons.

From a culinary point of view, references to French, Italian, Japanese, Mexican and Chinese foods all help to create a jumbled, happy California mess in a wonderful, sunny fashion.

Cook Like a Chef with JONATHAN WAXMAN

A native Californian and one-time professional trombonist, Jonathan Waxman studied the culinary arts in Paris before moving back to the States and developing his own version of California cuisine. Today, he’s the chef/owner of two restaurants: Barbuto in Manhattan’s West Village and the now-iconic Jams at 1 Hotel Central Park. A James Beard Awardwinning chef, Waxman has appeared on Top Chef Masters, Top Chef, Recipe for Deception and MasterChef. He has authored three cookbooks: The Barbuto Cookbook, A Great American Cook and Italian, My Way.

How does your take on California cuisine differ from other chefs who may cook it?

I love simplicity and rusticity, so I try to synthesize my dishes so that there are no extraneous notes. And I try to make a certain harmony with the best and freshest ingredients. You can tell that my time as a trombonist has carried through.

What are some foods or ingredients that anyone cooking California cuisine should have in their kitchen?

Sea salt, good butter, amazing olive oil, great spices, fresh herbs, anchovy, garlic and great onions. You can make a lot with these simple ingredients.

Do you have a favorite Christmas gift you’ve received?

My wife always buys me cashmere sweaters, and I am wearing one as I type!

How do you celebrate the holidays with your family? Do you have any special holiday meals or traditions?

We love Thanksgiving. I make a pheasant, capon and duck ballotine, stuffed with chorizo. I love all root vegetables and I adore sweet potatoes, broccoli and potatoes four ways.

What’s your fondest holiday memory?

We spend every Christmas Day with our downstairs neighbors in our apartment building in New York. It’s so low-key and special—it makes the day glow.

@chefjwaxman

Why does this moment resonate with you?

I thank my stars for blessing me with a wonderful family. They illuminate my life.

Do you have any kitchen hacks or special techniques and tricks you can share with us?

To make a special pasta, gently brown rigatoni in butter and olive oil. When the pasta is golden all over, add cold water. The water will quickly come to boil, and the pasta will retain a special “toasty” quality. Another fun technique: When making pesto, if you use an immersion blender, add a tablespoon of crushed ice. The pesto will remain bright green for days.

What was the inspiration for your Pork Chops & Mostarda recipe?

Mostarda is the wonderful condiment that is both tangy and spicy. It marries well with all meats, more specifically with pork. Pork chops need a little boost and the mostarda is truly a fantastic addition to make the dish pop.

PORK CHOPS & MOSTARDA

2 HOURS + 20 MINUTES, UP TO 3 HOURS FOR BRINING | SERVES 4

PORK CHOPS

1 c brown sugar

1/2 c + 1/4 tsp fine sea salt, divided

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

4 bay leaves

4 (12 oz) pork chops

3 tbsp olive oil, divided

4 Ginger Gold apples, cored and cut in half

1 head mizuna or watercress, washed and torn up 1/2 c mostarda (recipe below)

Brine and Cook Pork Chops:

1. In a 4-quart pot, combine the brown sugar, salt, vinegar, bay leaves and 1 quart of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and cook for 1 hour. Let cool completely.

2. Add the pork chops to the brine and brine for at least 1 hour, up to 3 hours max.

3. When ready to cook, remove the pork chops, pat dry and coat with 2 tbsp of olive oil.

4. Heat a charcoal or gas grill or an indoor grooved grill to medium heat.

5. Coat the apples with the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil and grill on the cut side for 5 minutes. Turn and grill another 5 to 10 minutes. They should be firm, not mushy.

6. Grill the chops 6 to 8 minutes per side for medium.

7. Toss the greens with ¼ tsp salt and a drizzle of olive oil.

8. Dice the grilled apple halves and mix the diced apples with the mostarda. Slice the chops, place on a platter and serve with the apple mixture spread on top and a sprinkle of greens.

MOSTARDA

1 tbsp butter

1/2 shallot, minced

1 clove garlic, peeled and sliced

1/2 c white wine

2 tbsp sherry

1/4 c mustard seeds

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 c sugar

3 apples, peeled, cored and diced

1/2 c fresh or frozen cranberries

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Cook the Sauce: In a saucepan, add the butter, shallot and garlic and cook gently over low heat for 5 minutes. Add the wine, sherry and mustard seeds. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes. Add the cayenne and sugar and cook another 5 minutes. Add the apples and cranberries and cook, covered, for 40 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a cranberry sauce-like consistency.

Two Good Yogurt

5.3 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES Creamy, delicious and with 80% less sugar than most Greek yogurts, Two Good Yogurt is made with a unique straining process that removes sugar from the milk, leaving only 2g of sugar in each cup. Plus, through their One Cup, Less Hunger initiative, the company donates the equivalent of 28 million meals each year to those in need. Try it in tasty flavors like Meyer Lemon, Mixed Berry, Strawberry, Vanilla and more.

2/$3 | Save up to $1.98 on 2

LucyTM Apples

A cross between Honeycrisp and Airlie Red Flesh apple varieties, these naturally red-fleshed apples are cultivated by fourth- and fifth-generation growers in central Washington. The LucyTM Rose apple is sweet and crisp with a hint of berry flavor and beautiful red skin. The gold-skinned LucyTM Glo apple is tart with just a hint of sweetness. Both make strikingly colorful additions to salads as well as tasty handheld snacks.

Stacy’s Pita Thins or Pita Chips

6.75-7.33 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

These crunch-worthy snacks are made from real pita bread baked to crispy perfection, in flavors like Parmesan Garlic Herb, Toasted Cheddar, Sea Salt and more. 2/$7 Save up to 98¢ on 2 ORGANIC

Kevita Probiotic Drinks

15.2 FL OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

Light and delicious, this refreshing fermented beverage contains billions of live probiotics that may help support digestive health.

Add it to your daily routine for a delightful anytime pick-me-up.

$2.79 ea Save up to 50¢ ea

Laird Superfood Powder Creamer

8 OZ

These plant-based creamers are made with all-natural, sustainably sourced ingredients like coconut milk powder, coconut sugar and coconut oil. $8.49 ea | Save up to 50¢ ea

Avocados From Mexico

Good times (and good food!) start when the avocados arrive. Perfect for watching bowl games or FIFA World Cup matches, The Fresh Market House-Made Guacamole uses fresh avocados from Mexico.

Beyond Meat Beyond Ground Beef

1 LB, SELECT VARIETIES

This plant-based alternative to ground beef gets its protein from peas and its meaty look and flavor from ingredients like potatoes, coconut oil and beets. $7.99 ea Save up to $2.50 ea Valid 12/14-1/3

Lily’s Baking Chips

9 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

When life gives you Lily’s, bake something sweet! This baking chocolate has no added sugar, plus it’s non-GMO, Fair Trade Certified, stevia sweetened and gluten-free. $6.99 ea Save up to $1 ea

Xochitl Christmas Tortilla Chips

16 OZ

Crunch your way to Christmas morning with these festive Mexican-style tortilla chips. They’re made with sustainable palm oil and are gluten- and cholesterol-free.

2/$8 Save up to $2.98 on 2

Illy Coffee Canisters

8.8 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES $9.99 ea Save up to $5 ea

Illy Coffee K-Cups

4.1 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES $10.99 ea Save up to $2 ea

Home Run Inn Pizza

27-33.5 OZ

Based on a recipe born in a South Side Chicago tavern in 1947, Home Run Inn Pizza is made with all-natural ingredients, including fresh mozzarella, homemade Italian sausage and more. $9.99 ea Save up to $1.50 ea

EnvyTM Apples

This cross between Braeburn and Royal Gala apples has a sweet and

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Bono Marmalade

12.4 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

Julian’s Recipe Baguettes 12.3 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES Created by the chef behind Alexia Foods, these delectable baguettes are made with authentic European recipes and real, simple ingredients. $4.49 ea Save up to $1 ea

McCann’s Instant Oatmeal Cups

1.41-1.9 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

$1.79 ea Save up to 20¢ ea

A’cappella Knotty Grahams

4.5 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

Kodiak Power Waffles or Flapjacks

10.72-15.37 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

Kodiak's pancake and waffle mixes are made with 100% whole grains and packed with protein. Plus, Kodiak donates a portion of its profits to foundations that protect grizzly bears and other wildlife.

$6.49 ea Save up to $1 ea

Tate’s Bake Shop Cookies

7 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

Known for their original crisp and buttery chocolate chip cookies, this New Yorkbased bakery now dishes out a wide variety of

This sweet treat hits every note with a delicious graham cracker base dipped in chocolate. Try them in fun flavors like Chocolate Peanut Butter, Cinnamon Churro, and Cookies ’N Cream as well as seasonal Peppermint Bark. $4.99 ea Save up to $1 ea Kerrygold Butter Sticks

8 OZ, SELECT VARIETIES

Crafted with milk from Irish grass-fed cows that are free of growth hormones, this rich and flavorful butter has a silky, creamy texture and golden-yellow hue.

$3.99 ea Save up to 50¢ ea