Around The Store With Stew: Snoop and Martha

MARTHA STEWART IDEA I just hired one of Martha Stewart’s social media gurus to work for us here at Stew’s and Martha herself called to give me a hard time. She was happy for her to be at Stew’s. While we were talking, I complimented her on her recent Tostitos commercial with Snoop Dogg and told her that we just started carrying Snoop’s Indoggo Gin. I also mentioned our super sweet Cara Cara oranges and Martha said, “Why not make a cocktail with Snoop’s gin and the oranges?” Great idea. My daughter Blake is working on it. More to come soon!

FOR THOSE OF YOU OBSERVING LENT We’ve doubled down on our fish and seafood purchases. Our buyers have found some great catches like frozen at sea Cod Fillets and Cod Tenderloin. There are also our everyday winners like Maryland-Style Crab Cakes and our grilled shrimp. Our lobster rolls also see a bump during Lent.

EASY HOMEMADE PIZZA I took home a few ingredients and made a quick, easy pizza. The family loved it red hot out of the oven. Talk about a crispy crust and ooey-gooey cheese! It doesn’t get much better than this.

Check out how quickly it comes together

SAY “HI” TO OUR SALMON GROWER I was amazed the first time I visited a “farm raised” salmon farm in the Gulf of Maine. You won’t believe it! Stew’s vets the farms and only picks the best so you never have to hesitate about buying farm-raised salmon in the future.

Here’s a fun clip from my visit.

TASTE TEST OF THE WEEK Pineapples are on a roll right now. We have our regular fresh pineapple chunks ($5.99 for 18 oz.), fresh Honey Gold pineapple chunks ($7.99 for 18 oz.) and now, the long awaited Del Monte’s fresh Honey Gold Pink pineapple chunks ($8.99 for 12 oz.).

Here’s my taste test of the three.

MADE ME SMILE When I was making my double-shot cappuccino one morning at the store, a young Team Member was working the coffee bar and an elderly man wanted a free large coffee. He was only supposed to get a small coffee, but the Team Member smiled and said, “It’s okay, you can get a large.” Made me smile, too.

WHAT'S IT LIKE TO BE STEW JR.?
FATHER KNOWS BEST!
At age 91, my dad Stew Sr. is always on top of things. At one point, we sent him a sample of our Chicken Marsala and he said it was “off.” He thought the chicken was too thick, the coating was too thick, and there wasn’t enough sauce or flavor. So, the chefs got to work and changed the dish. They sliced the chicken thinner, made sure it was lightly coated before sauteing, and added A LOT more Marsala wine and mushrooms. The final result? A dish my dad now loves.

BLAKE’S WINE CORNER Looking for the ultimate pizza wine to go with this Friday night favorite? I’d suggest a Castelgreve Chianti Classico. This easy-drinking red is made from Sangiovese and has an elegant, bright finish. Rated 90 points from James Suckling, it’s under $18 and makes pizza even better than on its own.