Farm Fresh Friday for October 28th - Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Howdy, Fresh Faces! For Farm Fresh Friday this week, we are excited to have roasted Brussels Sprouts from Satur Farms in our salad bars. You've probably had Brussels sprouts pan fried or sauteed, but when roasted, their flavor is enhanced! They are also jam packed with vitamins C and K, potassium, and calcium. Give this super food a try this week, and as always, let us know what you think!

Enjoy!

Fresh News & Views for Thought: October 25th

For today's blog post, we wanted to feature a story we recently covered for our monthly newsletter. We really believe in bettering the environment, and hope you do too. Don't receive our monthly newsletter? Click here to sign up!

Happy October, Fresh Faces! This month we want to focus on an ever growing trend around the country that we have taken part in. At Fresh & Co., we do not use plastic bags for customer use of any kind.


If you look at many recent news stories, communities around the country such as Aspen, Colorado have started to place a ban on plastic bags, or are currently looking into this as an option like San Clemente, CA and the campus of UC Berkeley. More municipalities and cities are bringing the idea of banning plastic bags to life every day.

Focusing on the environment is something that we strive to do at Fresh & Co. It is estimated that 380 billion plastic bags are used every year in just the United States alone. That startling statistic breaks down to about 1200 bags per US resident, and only 1% of that number are actually being recycled.

Help the environment and use paper bags that can be recycled, like we do here at Fresh & Co. Even better, invest in reusable bags that are being sold in numerous stores across the city to help you carry your belongings around.

We only get one Mother Nature; let's take care of her together.

Farm Fresh Friday for October 21st - Heirloom Tomatoes

Happy Friday everyone! For Farm Fresh Friday this week, we will be featuring heirloom tomatoes from Satur Farms in our salad bars. Heirloom tomatoes are a variety that have been grown from seeds passed down from one generation to another. Plus, they are juicy, delicious and packed full of vitamins. Give them a try today, and as always, let us know what you think! 

Guest Blog: Michele Gordon w/ Wellness Wednesday - October 19th

Happy Wellness Wednesday Fresh & Co. fans!  Wednesdays are commonly known as the “hump” of our weeks, and is one of the reasons why I am so happy to write on this day to push you and help reach your goals. We, especially as New Yorkers, have to constantly deal with obstacles and be strong enough to get through them.  

When people ask me how I survive my long days and still have the energy to do more, my answer is simple: I find ways to get fitness into my day to feel strong and I eat right to feel nourished. More than ever, many of my family, friends, and clients are struggling with their weight loss and fitness plateaus.  This is a tough personal obstacle to get through since there are many factors that can come into play. This week, if you are trying to overcome fitness plateaus or hurdles at work, try monitoring your daily caloric intake and your physical activity with honesty. There are tons of free online tools or cell phone applications to help you, as well.  

A calorie is energy and we need a certain amount to keep our engines running.  Therefore, you want to have enough, but not too much than you can utilize.  Variety is key to getting through a challenge too.  Fresh & Co. is a great way to get exercise in. Walk or run to a location and nosh on satisfying combinations of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats.  Think: am I getting enough protein and fat in my diet? Is there a variety and ample sources of colorful fruits and vegetables throughout the day?  Am I trying to push myself at the gym, even just a little bit?

Releasing stress through exercising is a great way to have lasting energy throughout the day. Small things can greatly impact how you feel and perform in all aspects of your life.  Be patient with yourself and discover what is truly important to you, so you can take steps to being healthier, fitter, stronger, and happier.  I hope you stop by Fresh & Co. a day this week to help keep you on track! Feel free to contact me at michelegfit@gmail.com or on Twitter @MichelegFIT to help keep you motivated through some of the roughest times of your day or week! 

Farm Fresh Friday for October 14th - Roasted Parsnips

Happy Friday! This week we are bringing you Roasted Parsnips from Satur Farms. Roasted Parsnips are a sibling to carrots, and when roasted, their flavor comes alive! Loaded with vitamins and minerals, Roasted Parsnips will be a terrific addition to your salad. Give them a try this week, and as always, let us know what you think! :)

NEW Season, NEW Salads, NEW Sandwich of the Month!

Good day, Fresh Faces! October is here, and you know what that means… brand new Seasonal Salads, and a brand new Sandwich of the Month! Boy, do we have a fantastic lineup for the new fall season. We really think you’re going to love them. Matter of fact, we want you to have a taste! On Tuesday, October 12^th, ALL Fresh & Co. locations will be having sampling events of the new seasonal salads from 12-2, or while supplies last.

  First up is the Apple Walnut Salad; Avocado, Mesclun Mix, Sun-Dried Cranberries, Walnuts, Apples, Feta Cheese, Scallions, Beets with a Cranberry Vinaigrette.

Next is the Palm Beach Cobb; Grilled Chicken, Mesclun Mix, Tomatoes, Avocado, Pepper Jack Cheese with a Mango-Agave Vinaigrette.

    Last is the Southwestern Caesar Salad; Grilled Chicken, Crispy Romaine, Scallions, Grilled Corn, Red Onions, Jalapenos, Corn Bread Croutons with a Southwestern Caesar Dressing.

Also in stores is our new Sandwich of the Month, The New England Lobster Salad finished with greens on 7 grain bread. Treat yourself to this delicious delight today; they have been flying out our doors! 

Give one of our new seasonal items a try today, and as always, let us know what you think! :) 

In-store promotions for the week of 10/4

Hey Fresh Faces, just wanted to let you know about the super exciting in-store promos we will be having this week!

On Wednesday, October 5th, all Fresh & Co. locations will be doing samplings of our new wild rice side salad, from 12-2 or while supplies last. 

Some of you may have tried a new snack we have been carrying recently called The Better Chip. We have gotten a terrific response, and want more of you to get your taste buds rocking with their exciting flavors! The Better Chip is gluten and cholesterol free, all natural with no preservatives, and contains 40% produce. Deliciously addicting AND good for you!

All Fresh & Co. locations will be hosting in-store sampling events for The Better Chip on Thursday from 12-2, or while supplies last. Make sure you stop in to give them a taste, these chips are guaranteed to be your new favorite!

See you in stores!