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Mom’s Do SO Much!

by Melinda Race, Director of Catering & Cafe
Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

bristol farms mothers day brunch in a bagIf your mom is like most, then the fact that she is so incredibly busy makes what to do for Mother’s Day an even more complicated matter. Try giving mom something that allows her to slow down and take a break from her busy life. Surprise her with brunch in bed BEFORE she gets a chance to start up her normal busy routine.

What to do for Mother’s Day is as easy as spoiling mom with some yummy breakfast-in-bed and I’ve got just the perfect breakfast plan. The Mother’s Day Brunch Bag from Bristol Farms has everything you need to make your mom’s breakfast-in-bed experience one she won’t forget.

Each package comes with food for the whole family: quiche Lorraine – freshly made by our fantastic chefs, fresh cut seasonal fruit, and amazing baked muffins straight from our Bakery Department.  Everyone in the family eats for only $49.99 which will leave leftovers for the next day!

Personally, my mom loves Bristol Farms and is already putting hints in my ear that she would like to start her day out with the best quality food available. I am sure we will be at her doorstep on Sunday morning with the Bristol Mother’s Day Brunch in a Bag!

Call today to get your Mother’s Day plan in action - Catering Hotline: 888.726.7271

CLICK HERE TO ORDER ONLINE

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Peet’s Coffee partners with City of Hope

by Elizabeth ORyan, Assistant Buyer, Bakery & Coffee
Tuesday, May 1st, 2012

Peet's Coffee and Tea Leaf French Roast Whole and Ground BeansPeet’s Coffee and Tea along with The City of Hope:

This year, Peet’s Coffee & Tea has partnered with City of Hope in an effort to continue in the fight against cancer!  Stop by your local Bristol Farms between May 1 and May 15th and purchase Peet’s packaged gourmet coffee and Peet’s will donate 50¢ per bag to City of Hope.  This is a win win, you’ll get the best coffee in town and City of Hope will benefit from that purchase!

“City of Hope’s pioneering research is focused on cures for many life-threatening diseases, from cancer to diabetes.  Together, our support powers the breakthroughs of today and makes possible the discoveries of tomorrow.” – City of Hope.

Please join us and show your support… May 1st – 15th, 2012

For more information about the City of Hope CLICK HERE

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Earth Day 2012

by Carl Smith, Grocery Buyer
Friday, April 20th, 2012

April 22 – Earth Day, founded by Senator Gaylord Nelson, was first organized in 1970 to promote ecology and respect for life on the planet. He wrote “The wealth of the nation is its air, water, soil, forests, minerals, rivers, lakes, oceans, scenic beauty, wildlife habitats and biodiversity…That’s all this is. That’s the whole economy.” This was his reasoning in creating Earth Day.

Some people prefer to observe Earth Day around the time of the March Equinox. In 1978, American anthropologist Margaret Mead added her support for the equinox Earth Day, founded by John McConnell. She stated that the selection of the March Equinox for Earth Day made planetary observance of a shared event possible. Earth Day is usually observed with outdoor performances. Typical ways of observing Earth Day include planting trees, picking up roadside trash, conducting various programs for recycling and conservation, using recyclable containers for snacks and lunches. Some people are encouraged to sign petitions to governments, calling for stronger or immediate action to stop global warming and to reverse environmental destruction.  Television stations frequently air programs dealing with environmental issues.

Lately, Earth Day celebrations have expanded in some circles as a month long event. We are also seeing cities, big corporations, and professional groups getting involved in the same vain as they have with other causes. The National Basketball Association has Green Week and Proctor and Gamble’s Friendly Future are outreach programs to the consumer, but we have also seen companies using this time to educate their employees. Fairs and seminars promoting conservation, sustainability and the sort, Earth Day has become more mainstream from the where it started.

The evolution is continuing with groups like the Wilderness Society and the Sierra Club conveying that everyday should be Earth Day. Arguments are that the Earth is fragile and we to protect what we have everyday to insure for future generations.

Join Bristol Farms in celebrating Earth Day this year!  We are having a Health and Workout Fair at our store in West Hollywood.  The fun starts at 10am this Sunday, Earth Day.  Click here for more information – hope to see you there!

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Catering Valentine’s Meal for Two

by Melinda Race, Director of Catering & Cafe
Monday, February 6th, 2012

Valentine Meal for TwoWhy go out when you can stay in ?

Would you like to serve the most unique Valentine meal in town?   Show your love, your best friend, your mother or whomever you are spending this day with,  that you have something different in-store than the usual plan!  My parents have shared this in the past years but so have my daughters. Really, this meal is perfect for any two people that want to have a good dinner together!

Bristol Farms Catering department has a Valentine Meal for 2 that is absolutely delicious!  Your choice of entrée is Beef Wellington with burgundy mushroom sauce, Salmon Wellington with lobster cream sauce, Vegetable Wellington with Portobello and roasted vegetables or if you are watching your caloric intake, we offer a Lemon Rosemary Airline Chicken Breast.  All dinners come with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Haricot Verts, Brioche Rolls and large Chocolate Dipped Strawberries.   They come on a silver platter with reheating instructions.   Pick it up at your nearest Bristol Farms and take it home for some great food in comfort.   No long lines at the restaurants, no waiting for service…it is your plan without having to cook.

Personally, I love the Salmon entree and my Valentine prefers the Filet Mignon.  It’s perfect because you can mix and match so everyone is happy!

This year, we’re offering an automatic contest entry for a Jetblue trip giveaway for two airline flights with the purchase of our Valentine meal for two. Visit the link below for details and to place your order today.

http://www.bristolfarms.com/shopping/holiday_ordering.php

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Super Bowl Catering!

by Melinda Race, Director of Catering & Cafe
Friday, February 3rd, 2012

Twice Blitzed RavioliPatriots or Giants?

No matter who my guests are rooting for, I know the food is going to be good at my house and the excitement is building.  I just love good food, fun competition, and the family gathering to enjoy the Super Bowl….and let’s not forget the half time show and all the great commercials!  Bristol Farms’ Catering is ready to help you out and make the preparing easy for any occasion, especially the Super Bowl!  Stop by or give us a call today to order some great platters to lay out for your guests to munch on around the TV.   Some of our greatest sellers for this occasion are the Twice Blitzed Raviolis, Hotzarella Cheese Sticks, Chicken Nacho Bites, Austin Blues Rib Tips, and our Bristol’s Own Basic Wings.  Just in case you are a bit curious a Twice Blitzed Ravioli is an Italian Sausage ravioli cooked and then battered and baked, sprinkled with Parmesan cheese, and served with marina sauce.  Yum! Hotzarella Cheese Sticks have a jalapeno breading and are served with ranch dip and marina sauce.

Give us a call at 888-726-7271 to discuss menu options and we’d be more than happy to help with this occasion or any other.  Your guests will be thrilled to have any of these platters for the food offering….and you can partake in on the fun, not stuck in the kitchen.

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Bristol Farms Rolling Hills Remodel & Open House

by bristolfarms,
Wednesday, January 18th, 2012

While it’s been eagerly anticipated, our very first store on the hill is undergoing a remodel and beautiful facelift and is ready to unveil itself during our grand re-opening on January 18th. Bristol Farms has collected a long string of accolades since our first store opened in 1982 in Rolling Hills, but this being our original store that started it all, holds a special place in our hearts. We are truly excited about the revamping of the store and the excitement is clearly extended through to our dedicated patrons on the hill.

The remodel and merchandising set boasts new items and a better selection in support of our Great Taste Just Got Better merchandising plan where we added over 4,500 new organic, natural, local, and gluten free products, combined with more specials and more everyday values on key brands throughout the store. We’ve added more shelves, more items, more variety, and more value to the extraordinary products and unique Bristol style customer service our shoppers expect and deserve.

In addition to the center store remodel, our brand new café includes a new coffee kiosk and a crisp modern look. Stop by to see what the excitement’s all about and pencil your calendars for our Re-Grand Opening Celebration/Meet the Experts event which will be held on Saturday January 21st from 10am – 3pm. Our very own merchandisers and preferred vendors will all visit the store and showcase our best products and knowledge for customers to sample and enjoy. We will be raffling off a $50 Bristol Farms Gift Card every hour (beginning at 11:00 a.m.) through the end of the event. To win an entry form must be filled out (available at the store the day of the event) and all potential winners MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN.

If you haven’t had the chance to attend one of these events, this is your opportunity! Happy New Year and a happy new beginning to Bristol Farms Rolling Hills!

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Long Beach Lobster Festival

by Steve Howard, Sr. Director of Food Service
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Long Beach Lobster FestivalBristol Farms will be cooking thousands of Lobsters this weekend at the Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach, California. The event is Friday September 9th through Sunday September 11th. Friday’s hours are 5pm to 10pm while Saturday and Sunday are from noon to 10pm each day. Lobsters will be flown in daily from Maine and this year we will be serving 1.25lb Lobsters and 2.25lb Big Louie Lobsters. The lobsters will be cracked for you, making it a feast easy to enjoy, and will be served with watermelon, a roll, butter, and lemon wedges. The festival also includes great live music, dancing, arts and crafts booths, and a stage that will entertain your children. Get your tickets early for an “early bird deal”  through noon on Friday 9/9. You can buy the early bird deal tickets online at http://www.originallobsterfestival.com/ Come join us for a day or two of fun and celebrating our favorite seafood crustacean! Hope to see you there.

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Submit Your Best Steak Photo

by bristolfarms,
Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

Grilled SteakWe’re in the midst of summer and BBQ grilling season. What better way is there to celebrate than to grill up your favorite steak, snap a photo, and submit your photo in a contest to win a $100 gift card to Bristol Farms? With the help of Chef Jamie Gwen, you can do just that! Chef Jamie is holding a contest where she will be judging your best grilled steak photos and selecting a winner for the gift card. The contest is really simple; pick up a steak (preferably from Bristol Farms), grill it up and snap a photo (perhaps with a beautiful veggie or side dish accompaniment), email your photo to live@chefjamie.com (along with your name, email address, and phone number) by September 1, 2011. The winner of the best photo selected will be rewarded with a $100 Bristol Farms’ card gift. Good luck!

Chef Jamie Gwen

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2011 Hatch Chile Roasting

by John Savidan, Director of Produce Merchandising
Thursday, August 18th, 2011

hatch chileAuthentic New Mexico Hatch Chiles are a favorite Southwestern chile. These chiles are named after the original growing area in Hatch, New Mexico. Growers say that the intense sunlight and cool nights in this valley result in a uniquely flavored chile. The valley, which stretches along the Rio Grande’s southern-most bend before crossing into Texas and Mexico, is covered with row after row of green leafy Hatch chile plants for most of the summer. Hatch chiles are a distant parent to the Anaheim chile with a meaty flesh and mild to medium hot heat.

Hatch chiles can be used in a broad range of Latin dishes. They can be easily seeded and added to soups, stews, and dips or enjoyed whole when roasted with meats or stuffed with cheese. Unlike other chile varieties, New Mexico Hatch Chiles are only available for 6 weeks each year during the months of August and September. Click here for a great recipe by Chef Jamie Gwen.

In the Southwest, it is not uncommon to see consumers buying 30 to 40 pounds of Hatch chiles at one time due to the short growing season. Then the chiles get roasted at home or even roasted in large chile roasters outside the store to prepare them for storage. The storage of these chiles handles well in the freezer and then they can be taken out as needed for recipes.

Three exciting New Mexico Hatch Chile Roasting events are being held in front of selected Bristol Farms stores. Below are the locations, dates, and times in Southern California. Although we will be roasting in three locations only, product will be available in all stores starting August 20, 2011.

Long Beach – Saturday, August 27th
8:00am – 2:00pm
2080 Bellflower Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90815

Newport Beach – Saturday, September 3rd & Sunday, September 4th
Join us for a live radio broadcast Sunday, Sept. 4th with Chef Jamie Gwen from 8 – 10am in Bristol Farms Newport Beach.
8:00am – 2:00pm
810 Avocado Avenue
Newport Beach, CA 92660

South Pasadena – Saturday, September 10th
8:00am – 2:00pm
606 Fair Oaks Avenue
South Pasadena, CA 91030

As the providers of the New Mexico Hatch chiles, Melissa’s Produce team will be on hand to help the roasting stations at each of the Bristol Farms select locations and available to answer questions about this exciting chile variety.

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Are you ready for some football????

by Melinda Race, Director of Catering & Cafe
Friday, August 5th, 2011

Pepper Bellies & Hot WingsMight seem like it is far, far away but it is not!  Bristol Farms Catering and Football go hand in hand.   Not only do we whip up the best in chicken wings, pepper belly bars, tri tip sandwiches, stuffed patty hamburgers, hot links and much, much more but we also can theme out an outstanding event!!  I am not going to lie, I LOVE USC, I LOVE UCLA and I LOVE CAL!  All these schools rock and have amazing staff members that work hard to provide some great football events.

So if you are going to a game, staying home to watch a game or you just like to eat, please call us!  888-726-7271

Now back to the Pepper Belly Bar…..this is how we do it out in the tailgate zone:

  • Open the bag of Fritos
  • Pour in a scoop of chili
  • Drop in a dollop of sour cream
  • Sprinkled with shredded cheddar cheese
  • Throw on a few jalapenos
  • Stick a fork in it!
  • Stand there and enjoy…

We sell hundreds of these bags every season!  We cannot wait to serve you…

Catering at USC

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