Eastside Marketplace - News and Upcoming Events of Interest

Outside Eastside

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Not all the news is Inside Eastside. We've improved our outdoor cafe for customers interested in enjoying the summer weater. Grab your favorites at the food court and have lunch outside. For the comfort of all of our customers, friends, family and employees, no smoking please.

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The new RIDOT (Trolley) waiting area, between Bottles Fine Wines and our outdoor cafe includes a bench donated by the Rodi Foundation. The Rodi Foundation is a Rhode Island charitable organization with the goal of enriching the quality of life in our community by providing multi-cultural and multi-generational social, recreational and educational activities and support services.

Click here to visit the Eastside Marketplace entry on the I {heart} Rhody website

I {heart} Rhody
just published a great entry about
Eastside Marketplace

The description of the blog says it all: New Rhode Islanders' Journeys in Our Adopted Home State Join Boliyou and The Bear as we learn our way around the state, exploring the sights, sounds and tastes of Rhode Island.

"We were very impressed by the friendliness of the staff, the cleanliness of the store, and the selection. There also seemed to be plenty of staff available if we needed help. Bear insists that we start doing our weekly grocery shopping here, despite the distance."
"We came for "Grill to Give," a weekly event where you buy a plate of themed barbecue dinner for $4, and the proceeds benefit the Rhode Island Food Bank.
This week's meal was "Mediterranean: Grilled Chicken Kabobs, Watermelon and Cucumber Salad, Ice Cold Beverages & Dessert." There was also dipping sauces includng tahini and cucumber dip. Again, the staff was very friendly, and the food was plentiful and delicious. The $4 price tag is a bargain anyway, and having proceeds benefit the Food Bank makes it a win-win."

We are certainly happy to join Boliyou and The Bear as they learn their way around the state, and we're glad we made a favorable impression. We thank them for their support of our Grill to Give event and hope everyone follows along with them on their continued adventures in the Ocean State.

Click here to visit the Jewish Seniors of Rhode Island website

The Jewish Seniors Agency
of
Rhode Island

came to
Eastside Marketplace

      Clayton Roth, assistant director of the Jewish Seniors Agency of Rhode Island, came to Eastside Marketplace on Tuesday afternoon, July 20, fron 1 to 3pm to explain the services and support the organization provides.
      At the Jewish Seniors Agency, their mission is to ensure access to a full continuum of care for Jewish seniors in the greater Rhode Island community. Through the direct provision of services and in collaboration with other organizations, they are committed to promoting and preserving the dignity of all seniors.
      As a not-for-profit organization, JSARI volunteers and staff members operate and support an ambitious network of programs and facilities that are making a difference in people’s lives. These programs include: To Life Center Adult Day Services, JERI (Jewish Eldercare of Rhode Island) Outreach Program, Shalom Apartments, The Phyllis Siperstein Tamarisk Assisted Living Residence and the Renaissance Memory Support Program at Tamarisk.

      Jewish Seniors Agency of Rhode Island is another one of our newest Demo Partners. We look forward to welcoming them back next week... Same day... Same time.

Click here to see a larger picture of Clayton from JSARI

Click here to visit the Rhode Island Vegan Awareness website

Rhode Island Vegan Awareness
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Monday, July 19, 2010

Kristen, Linda and Ed from Rhode Island Vegan Awareness came to Eastside Marketplace on Monday to help give out some very useful information to vegans or anyone interested in a vegan diet and lifestyle. Compassionate living goes beyond vegan food choices. Instead of supporting products that are harmful to other animals, people, and the earth, vegans strive to make consumer choices that are kinder to everyone. These products can include toiletries, cosmetics, cleaners, and household items, and much more. Look for labels that say "vegan, no animal ingredients or byproducts".

Rhode Island Vegan Awareness is one of our newest Demo Partners. We look forward to welcoming them back soon.

Ahoy Matees!

Pirates Booty

came to

Eastside Marketplace

Samantha from Roberts American Gourmet was at Eastside Marketplace on Thursday afternoon, July 15, to sample some of their delicious healthy products. Their current line of Pirate’s Booty, Veggie Booty, Smart Puffs, Tings, Dude’s Chips, Chaos, made with organic ingredients, Antique Potato Chips (Party like it’s 1895!), Soy Crisps, Awesome Party Chips, and Blue Organic Tortilla Chips, have defined Robert’s American Gourmet as one of the leading natural snack food makers. Support our Demo Partners and come try some Pirate Booty and more. Happy samplers got to try Tings and Smart Puffs, Veggie, Aged White Cheddar and Burmuda Onion Pirate's Booty. There was even temporary pirate tattoos and of course... EYE PATCHES. We Yaaarrrrr looking forward to seeing Samantha again soon.

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Click here to see a larger picture of Maura, Diana, Emma and Sabrina

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Maura, Diana, Emma and Sabrina, from the Watson Institute of International Studies at Brown University, were conducting a survey at Eastside Marketplace today. Their research is designed to reveal how much or how little consumers know and care about the price, origin and nature of the milk they drink, and the people and processes involved in producing that milk.

Email the researchers at
Summer2010Milk@GoogleGroups.com.

Eastside Marketplace supports the Rhode Island academic community whenever we can.

Blockbuster
Express

We are now your one-stop shop for a great night at home. Stop in and get a good meal to go and choose from over 160 movies in our Blockbuster Express movie rental kiosk. You can even reserve a movie online so no one else can rent and pick it up at the store. Stop at Bottles on the way out and you have a perfect night in the making!

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Introducing the Cheese Board, the latest addition to our Artisan Cheese Department. This one-stop "living well" guide can help you pair some fantastic wines and craft beers, available from Bottles, to some of our finest offerings of artisan cheeses, gourmet items, prepared foods and more. We'll be working closely with Bottles, our new neighbor right here in Riverview Plaza, to make daily life a gourmet experience! Living well is the best revenge.

Click here to visit the Bottles fine wine website

The Welsh poet George Herbert said that "Living well is the best revenge." Helping you live well has always been our goal at Eastside Marketplace. You can count on us to bring you the diversity and variety the world has to offer at supermarket prices. We work just as hard to bring you the staples of life... The products and services you need every day. Part of that mission keeps us on the lookout for new opportunities to expand our product line and service level every chance we get. Like our selection of Rhode Island items, some of the best new products and services come from right in our own back yard.

We'd like to take the opportunity to introduce our customers to our newest neighbor just next door here in Riverview Plaza. Bottles is your new source for fine wines, cocktails, craft beers and more. During the coming months look to us for wine and craft beer suggestions coordinated with Bottles to enhance your dining experience. Suggested pairings of wines and beers will find their way into every department in the market. Look for suggested pairings for our specials, prepared foods and artisan cheeses to be found in the aisles of Bottles. We'll match some of our best offerings with some of their best offerings. We want to help you live well with a vengance... Have it all right here in Riverview Plaza with Bottles and Eastside Marketplace.

Bottles... Fine wines, cocktails and craft beer

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The American Band came to Eastside Marketplace Friday night, June 18 to perform a few numbers for our customers to get everyone ready for their Concert Under the Elms on Thursday, June 24.

Click here to visit the Joslin Foods website

Eat Your Vegetables Pasta Sauce
by Joslin Foods
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Saturday, June 12

Joslin Foods is a licensed food wholesaler in Dartmouth, MA that is owned and operated by Jennifer Joslin Cincotta. It is there that a unique pasta sauce was created after several exhausting years of begging and pleading with her 3 kids to Eat Your Vegetables! Anyone who has kids knows that getting them to eat vegetables can be trying at best, and to have all your kids actually like the same kind of food is next to impossible. Jennifer realized, however, that there were two foods that all 3 of her kids would eat without a complaint-- pasta and pizza. So She went on a mission to hide as many vegetables as possible in that magic food called tomato sauce.
Now it's time to share Jennifer's creation with all the other exasperated parents and grandparents out there! We hope you and your kids enjoy Jennifer's pasta sauce as much we do!

ColdFusiongelato
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Saturday, June 12

Maria Tortolani from Cold Fusion was here Saturday afternoon to give out samples of Cold Fusion gelato... One of our favorites. Founded in 2001, Cold Fusion Gelato has always been family-owned and operated. In a past life, their Grand Pooh-Bah and fearless leader was a Wall Street banker who got tired of being, well, a Wall Street banker. He realized that he'd rather make gelato and sorbet that made people smile! Each of their gelato and sorbet flavors are made by a person, not by a factory, and they always follow the truest Italian traditions. Their scrumptious frozen desserts are made using the freshest possible ingredients: fruits plucked from the tree at their moment of peak ripeness, as well as the world's finest nuts, finest chocolates, and rarest herbs and spices. Artisan means that their product is hand-made, using all-natural ingredients sourced locally from people they know and trust. The result of all of this love and dedication is a silky, cool, uplifting fusion of flavor. Stop in and try some Cold Fusion Gelato and support our growing family of Demo Partners. Cold Fusion Gelato is good stuff.

Click here for a larger picture of Caden Salvata and friends

Caden Salvata and friends with the prize.

Click here for a larger picture of Mia Proli

Mia Proli picks up her winnings.

Cafe Classes - Spring 2010

06/08/10

Deb Miller

Summer Salads.

Tuesday, June 8 was the grand finale of our spring Cafe Classes. Chef Deb Miller taught a capacity crowd how to make four different easy and satisfying summer salads. Deb started with an easy Carrot Slaw with Cashews and followed with a light but hearty Chipotle Potato Salad. After everyone had a taste of both, Deb got a little more serious with her unique Curried Cantaloupe with Chicken Salad that was served on a bed of mixed greens and finished up with Thai Cole Slaw, an interesting mix of crunchy vegetables and a spicy dressing.

More than half of the participants had internet coupons for the class. Sign up for Email notifications or check our website regularly for the fall schedule. Chef Andy Juarez, Chef Deb Miller and floral manager John Drohan will be a few of the returning favorites. Suggestions for future cooking classes included seafood salads, open-faced sandwiches and more... Maybe even grilling. We'll resume classes again in the fall but don't forget we're grilling to give if you're willing to give. Our Grill To Give events start Thursday July 8 from 4 to 6:30 and continue every Thursday for July and August. Same great chefs, more great food and an extra half hour longer. Help us raise money for a good cause - the Rhode Island Food Bank.

Deb's Summer Salad Grande Finale!

Click here to visit the Misti Beverage website

Misti
Health Conscious Beverages

came to

Eastside Marketplace

Norma Loura, creator and founder of Misti Beverages, was sampling her Purple Corn, or Kculli, drink on Saturday, June 5. Purple corn contains substantial amounts of phenolics and anthocyanins, possesses a higher antioxidant capacity than blueberries and is considered a Super Food.
Misti, A Rhode Island corporation, strives to be a positive influence in favor of environmental protection. They support the efforts of native people in their goal to sustain Peruvian communities. A percentage of their profits are donated to www.freethechildren.org a humanitarian organization fighting child labor. Help support our Demo Partners and add quality, variety, flavor and pleasure to your life here at Eastside Marketplace.

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Click here to visit the Seniors RULE website

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Where do you turn when you need help?

Seniors RULE is a group of professional women acting as a one-stop resource for seniors and/or their caregivers.

They have extensive experience in providing services specifically tailored to meet the needs of seniors.

Their organization is based on the belief that their customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Their entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of Their business is from repeat customers and referrals.

They would welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service in the industry.

They have 7 groups in Rhode Island. Each Senior RULE group covers a different region.

Community Service

We sponser a program during the Holiday Season called Elves for Elders designed to bring cheer to an isolated senior who might not otherwise receive a gift. Last year we were able to provide gifts for 300 seniors.

Contact: Maxine Hutchins 401-286-3821

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Maxine Hutchins and Kathy King at Eastside Marketplace

Click here to visit the Chilly Cow website

Chilly Cow
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Thursday
June 3

Hannah of Chilly Cow came to Eastside Marketplace on Thursday, June 3rd to give out samples of their excellent frozen treats. Back in the day, you'd open the door of your favorite ice cream parlor with a jingling bell to welcome you, see a familiar and friendly face behind the counter, smell the sweet aroma of homemade frozen confections topped with oozing sauce and sprinkles, and sit amidst families sharing each other's ice cream and good company. Ahh, the memories...

At the Chilly Cow, they create that ice cream parlor flavor experience of yesteryear, inevitably turning first-time customers into regulars. Ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet and sorbet can be transformed into a delectable sundae or perfectly blended frappe or enjoyed right out of the container! Your craving for frozen goodness can be satisfied anytime here at Eastside Marketplace.

Stop in and buy some Chilly Cow frozen treats and support our growing family of Demo Partners. Chilly Cow is good stuff!

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Go Green With
Eastside Marketplace

Friday May 21, 2010

Janice Anderson from Eastside Marketplace was interviewed by WPRI Fox Providence's Green Team Friday, May 21. Watch a video of Janice's appearance below or check out the online article.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Many grocery shoppers now won't leave home without them. But could reusable bags actually be more harm than good?

A new study from Canada found that two thirds of reusable bags contained some type of harmful bacteria. Food safety expert Lori Pivarnik said the bacteria can often come from leaky meat packages.

"Those juices will then get into a reusable bag and since we are not throwing those bags away, those juices will stay there," said Dr. Lori Pivarnik.

If the bags are then used again for ready to eat items like cheese or fruit, that's when contamination problems can occur. To prevent these problems, Janice Anderson at Providence's Eastside Marketplace always offers to wrap certain items separately.

Anderson said "That's if they have meat, to wrap it up into a separate bag before we put it into a reusable bag so the meat won't leak onto their other groceries."

Pivarnik said customers can also use the plastic bags placed just above the meat section. In addition, she suggests designating bags which are only used for holding the same types of food on future trips to the store. Washing the bags also helps.

"We wash them with soap, sometimes a little bleach, and then we put them out to dry," said Berta Orellana.

In the end, it's not about getting rid of reusable bags, just using common sense.

Pivarnik said it's best to buy heavy duty reusable bags because they will last longer, even after repeated washes.

Grillin & Chillin
at Eastside Marketplace

Our first grilling event of the season was a huge success. Chef Deb grilled bison medallions and bison hotdogs, Boar's Head beef hotdogs, tuscan sausage, sweet and hot Italian sausage and more. There was deli coleslaw, Tito's chips and salsa and Gelato Giuliana for dessert.

Cafe Classes - Spring 2010

Back by popular demand... We're having classes in the cafe again this spring!

05/20/10

John Drohan

Making a topiary with fresh flowers.

John and Asia guided everyone through the process of making a topiary with fresh flowers. Everyone that attended learned how to make a great topiary and got to take the finished product home with them. Due to the popularity of John's classes we'll be having more in the fall. Watch the website and store flyer for details after the summer. Students can show your college ID and recieve a $5 discount on all of our classes. You could use your ID and the internet coupon we offer for each class and attend for $20!

Good to Call ahead for reservations.
Price was $30 per class.
Classes are from 6-7pm

Last Thursday's topiary class was a beautiful success!

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Hanging baskets for Summer!

We have hanging baskets of petunias, geraniums and fuchsia priced at $14.99 and up on an outdoor display in front of the store just waiting to help you welcome summer. Colorful and long lasting they are perfect for a sunny window inside or a porch or balcony outside. We also have a dozen roses in assorted colors for $14.99 and fantastic pastel hydrangea starting at $19.99.

Click here for a larger picture of Nancy Starziano and Senator Reed

Eastside Marketplace's general manager, Nancy Starziano, and Rhode Island senator Jack Reed are interviewed at Eastside Marketplace. The topic of discussion was the recently passed legislation that will regulate the fees that businesses have to pay credit and debit card transaction processing companies. Senator Reed toured the store with Nancy before the interview and shared stories of growing up in Rhode Island.

Thursday
May 13, 2010

Stephanie and KAthleen from Stonewall Kitchen came to Eastside Marketplace Friday to give us a taste of their wild blueberry jam. A celebration of seasonal fruits and garden fresh vegetables, their jams and jellies are bursting with intense flavor. Spread on toast or heat and use as a glaze or a topping, these preserves will become family favorites. Try Blueberry Peach Jam, Fig and Ginger Jam, Mixed Berry Jam, Peach Jam, Strawberry Balsamic Jam, Wild Maine Blueberry Jam, Raspberry Peach Champagne Jam, Roasted Garlic Onion Jam, Black Raspberry Jam, Sour Cherry Jam, Bellini Brunch Jam, Kir Royale Brunch Jam, Mimosa Brunch Jam, Red Pepper Jelly, Hot Pepper Jelly, Cinnamon Apple Jelly, Down East Wild Maine Blueberry Jam, Apple Jalapeno Jelly, Seedless Raspberry Jam, Concord Grape Jelly, Red Raspberry Jam, Apricot Jam, Black Cherry Jam, Mango Peach Jam, Peach Amaretto Jam, Peach Pomegranate Jam, Strawberry Apple Rhubarb Jam, Strawberry Brandied Apricot Jam, Strawberry Jam and Wild Maine Blueberry Spread (No Sugar Added).

Lucky samplers got to welcome another of our Demo Partners to Eastside Marketplace and got to take home a little jar of wild maine blueberry jam.

Cooking Classes - Spring 2010

Back by popular demand... We're having cooking classes again this spring!

05/04/10

Chef Andy Juarez

Tex Mex treats for Cinco de Mayo

      Class participants learned to make some authentic Tex Mex favorites to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The main dish was Fideo Con Pollo. Fideo is the Spanish word for a noodle of any type. In Mexico it refers to a type of pasta similar to capellini or vermicelli. In Spain it refers to short noodles used in place of rice in some dishes.
      Side dishes included a delicious crunchy Cabbage Slaw and a Tostada Salad. Chef Andy topped off the meal with ice cold pitchers of Texas Sweet Tea for everyone to enjoy.
      Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) is a holiday celebrated primarily in the United States and the state of Puebla in Mexico. The holiday commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over the French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th , 1862 under the leadership of Ignacio Zaragozo Seguin.
      Cinco de Mayo is not an “obligated” federal holiday in Mexico but a holiday that is voluntarily observed in limited parts of the country. The United States and other countries around the world celebrated this holiday more as Mexican heritage and pride. Also done voluntarily.
      Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day, which is actually September 16, the most important national patriotic holiday in Mexico.

Call ahead for reservations. Price is $10 per class.
Students $5 with college ID
Classes are from 6-7pm

Last Tuesday's cooking class was a success!

Click here to visit the Gershman's website

Gershman's Drink
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Saturday May 8, 2010

Toni Lynn, demo conductor for Gershman's Drink and Running Brook Farm, came to Eastside Marketplace on Saturday May 8 to give us a taste of their unique beverage. Gershman's Drink is 100% Natural, No Additives. It has a sweet tangy flavor. The magic of Gershman's Drink is that age improves its taste. Add sweet cider or your favorite fruit drink for a unique beverage experience! Stop in for some Gershman's Drink and honey and support our growing family of Demo Partners.

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Boston Sports Clubs
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Friday May 7, 2010

Michael Kochanek from Boston Sports Clubs came to Eastside Marketplace Friday afternoon, May 7, to introduce customers to their great facility next door here in Riverview Plaza.
From Fenway to Waltham, from Woburn to Providence, Boston Sports Clubs serve Boston and Rhode Island with 25 locations, including two premium clubs in Waltham and Wellesley. Drop into the Riverview Plaza location and see why the Improper Bostonian awarded them “Boston's Best.” We think you'll find them the best of Providence, just like Eastside Marketplace.

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Friday
May 7, 2009

Rachel and John of Top This Pizza Crusts came to Eastside Marketplace Friday to give us a taste of their great product. Top This Fire-Grilled Pizza Crusts are fully cooked, hand-grilled, thin pizza crusts that can make anyone a great chef. We have taken all the work, talent and mess out of making grilled pizzas. Anyone can easily and quickly produce a magnificent gourmet pizza by simply topping it lightly and heating it in the oven. With this pizza, IT'S ALL ABOUT THE CRUST! There is no other product like this on the market.

Check out the Top This! Pizza Crusts Recipe Page

Lucky samplers got to welcome another of our Demo Partners back to Eastside Marketplace and got to try some excellent pizza made with hand-grilled crusts from another great Providence, Rhode Island company.

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Click here to visit the Purple Pear of Providence website

Friday
May 7, 2010

Margaret Lederer from Purple Pear of Providence was at Eastside Marketplace Friday, May 7, to give out samples of her excellent pecan products. Margaret's pecan products are rich, sophisticated and gluten-free. The unusually large nuts are shipped to her from Georgia but she coats them and roasts them here in Providence, Rhode Island. Georgia grows great pecans; Providence makes them divine.

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Friday
May 7, 2010

Claudia Frankenberg, President and owner of Frankie's Fruit and Chocolate was at Eastside Marketplace on Friday, May 7 to give out generous samples of her amazing chocolates. Once you try Frankie's Fruit and Chocolate you'll want to add some to your shopping list, for gifts, company or YOURSELF! They would make a perfect Mother's Day gift with some flowers from our floral department.

Go Nuts
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Friday, may 7

Norma from Go Nuts came to Eastside Marketplace on Friday, May 7th to let customers try samples of some great products. The nation is going nuts for the newest and best body fuel to rock the world of fitness. Go Nuts, Co.™ nut butters deliver high (double) protein, low saturated fat, and added omegas for a healthy heart, made with the highest quality ingredients. Go Nuts, Co.™ Nut Butters are also known for being a “no stir” nut butters! There will never be any oil sitting on top that you would have to stir before indulging! You’ll go nuts for it!

Stop in and try some Go Nuts products and support our growing family of Demo Partners. You'll "Go Nuts" for these products.

Click here to visit the Lifespan/ Miriam Hospital website

The
Miriam
Hospital

Women's Association
was at
Eastside Marketplace
Friday, May 7

Click here to learn more about the cookbook

      Evelyn of the Miriam Hospital Women's Association, was at Eastside Marketplace Monday to promote their newest cookbook. The Proceeds from the sale of the book go to a worthy cause.

      Simply More Delicious represents the best of Rhode Island’s rich culinary heritage and its recipes incorporate many of our tiny state’s most delicious assets: blueberries, farm fresh vegetables, fresh fish and our state bird... Chicken (really).

      Simply More Delicious carries on the tradition established more than 30 years ago by The Miriam Hospital’s Women’s Association when it published the original best-selling cookbook, Simply Delicious. Find out more about their history.

      A delectable compilation of some 500 recipes, Simply More Delicious is a collection of new and treasured recipes, brought to you by Rhode Island’s best-known restaurants, markets and caterers, local amateur chefs and members of The Women’s Association.

      Simply More Delicious is more than a collection of treasured and delicious recipes. It also tells the history of the Miriam Hospital Women’s Association and how, over 80 years ago, a determined group of Rhode Island women raised enough money in four weeks to start a hospital. That support continues today as an organization 800 women (and some men) strong continues to support The Miriam Hospital through its volunteer services and continued fundraising efforts.

      Stop in and buy a copy of Simply More Delicious and support a good cause. We have them on the shelf in our cookbook section. The Miriam Hospital Women's Association and Lifespan are members of our growing family of Demo Partners.

Click here to see a larger picture of Evelyn

Evelyn selling cookbooks for a good cause.

Wednesday
May 5, 2010

      Robin Squibb came to Eastside Marketplace Wednesday, May 5th for Cinco de Mayo to help introduce more customers to the iced tea named for her grandmother Sarah Harris Squibb. Robin brought plenty of tea to sample and was happy to tell the story of her grandmother and the great iced tea that is anything but ordinary.
      There was nothing ordinary about Sarah Harris Squibb either. She sailed schooners, won tennis tournaments and made amazing iced tea. Not a summer day went by in her old house on Narragansett Bay when she didn't have an icy cold glass ready for everyone... Never forgetting Harry, the kid that cut the grass. Sarah Harris Squibb was in a class of her own. Now Granny Squibb tea is in a store of its own... Eastside Marketplace.
      We're happy to welcome one of our favorite Demo Partners to Eastside Marketplace and wish Robin continued success with her excellent product. Stop in and buy some great iced tea from a Providence, Rhode Island company.

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Gerbs Pumpkin Seeds
came to
Eastside Marketplace
Wednesday May 5, 2010

Galen and Sennen Conte, co-founders of Gerbs Pumpkin Seeds, came to Eastside Marketplace on Wednesday, May 5th for Cinco de Mayo to give out samples of their excellent products. Gerbs is based out of Johnston, Rhode Island offering a certified all-natural pumpkin seed free of any chemicals, preservatives, free radicals, cooking oils, or artificial coloring & flavors. From the beginning to the end of each day, their top priorities are customer satisfaction and taste. They accomplish this, by making GERBS out of the highest quality ingredients, giving their product its Gourmet appeal.

Gerbs roasts and packages their pumpkin seeds all within twenty four hours of cooking, which means you get the freshest seed possible. Furthermore, since Gerbs are made in their facility, they can guarantee each bag is free of gluten, wheat, soy, eggs, peanuts and other tree nuts! Gerbs are GREEN because their seeds arrive in stores using 50% less shipping, corrugated boxes, and gasoline than other snack foods!

Stop in and try some Gerbs Pumpkin Seeds and support our growing family of Demo Partners. Gerbs Pumpkin Seeds are good stuff!

Click here to see a larger picture of Galen and Sennen

Cooking Classes - Spring 2010

Back by popular demand... We're having cooking classes again this spring!

05/04/10

Chef Andy Juarez

Tex Mex treats for Cinco de Mayo

      Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) is a holiday celebrated primarily in the United States and the state of Puebla in Mexico. The holiday commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over the French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th , 1862 under the leadership of Ignacio Zaragozo Seguin.
      Cinco de Mayo is not an “obligated” federal holiday in Mexico But a holiday that is voluntarily observed in limited parts of the country. The United States and other countries around the world celebrated this holiday more as Mexican heritage and pride. Also done Voluntarily.
      Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s Independence Day, which is actually September 16, the most important national patriotic holiday in Mexico.

Call ahead for reservations. Price is $10 per class.
Students $5 with college ID
Classes are from 6-7pm

Last Tuesday's cooking class was a success!

Tuesday
May 4, 2010

Kate from Poblano Farms was at Eastside Marketplace on Tuesday, May 4 to give out samples of their premium Salsas. Poblano Farm is a small sustainable pepper and tomato farm located in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. Their products are inspired by fresh local produce and traditional Mexican flavors. Their line features the bold flavors of Poblano Peppers and Chipotle Peppers, and are complimented by the brightness of tomato with onion and cilantro. All natural ingredients with no preservatives from farm to table. Kate's was here for College Night and decided to come back and pay us a visit. Poblano Farm is a regular Demo Partner and a customer favorite. Grab some salsa and a bag of chips and enjoy!

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Ahoy Matees!

Pirates Booty

came to

Eastside Marketplace

Laura from Roberts American Gourmet was at Eastside Marketplace on Tuesday, May 4 to sample some of their delicious healthy products. Their current line of Pirate’s Booty, Veggie Booty, Smart Puffs, Tings, Dude’s Chips, Chaos, made with organic ingredients, Antique Potato Chips (Party like it’s 1895!), Soy Crisps, Awesome Party Chips, and Blue Organic Tortilla Chips, have defined Robert’s American Gourmet as one of the leading natural snack food makers.

Laura had a surprise "in store" for us... New York Pizza. Many a sword fight has been started over the last slice of pizza. Now you can put down the sword and pick up a bag to share with your best mate. New York Pizza flavor is made with puffed rice and corn, real mozzarella cheese and Italian spices.

Support our Demo Partners and come try some Pirate Booty and more. Happy samplers got to try Tings and Smart Puffs, Veggie, Aged White Cheddar and Bermuda Onion Pirate's Booty. There was even temporary pirate tattoos and of course... EYE PATCHES. We Yaaarrrrr looking forward to seeing Laura again soon me hearties!

Click here for a larger picture of Laura

The
Miriam
Hospital

Women's Association
was at
Eastside Marketplace
Monday, May 3

      Mrs. Adler and Mrs. Nelson, past president of the Miriam Hospital Women's Association, were at Eastside Marketplace Monday to promote their newest cookbook. The Proceeds from the sale of the book go to a worthy cause.

      Simply More Delicious represents the best of Rhode Island’s rich culinary heritage and its recipes incorporate many of our tiny state’s most delicious assets: blueberries, farm fresh vegetables, fresh fish and our state bird... Chicken (really).

      Simply More Delicious carries on the tradition established more than 30 years ago by The Miriam Hospital’s Women’s Association when it published the original best-selling cookbook, Simply Delicious. Find out more about their history.

      A delectable compilation of some 500 recipes, Simply More Delicious is a collection of new and treasured recipes, brought to you by Rhode Island’s best-known restaurants, markets and caterers, local amateur chefs and members of The Women’s Association.

      Simply More Delicious is more than a collection of treasured and delicious recipes. It also tells the history of the Miriam Hospital Women’s Association and how, over 80 years ago, a determined group of Rhode Island women raised enough money in four weeks to start a hospital. That support continues today as an organization 800 women (and some men) strong continues to support The Miriam Hospital through its volunteer services and continued fundraising efforts.

      Stop in and buy a copy of Simply More Delicious and support a good cause. We have them on the shelf in our cookbook section. The Miriam Hospital Women's Association and Lifespan are members of our growing family of Demo Partners.

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Mrs. Adler and Mrs. Nelson selling cookbooks for a good cause.

Friday
April 24, 2010

Adrian from Wicked Natural came to Eastside Marketplace Saturday, April 24 to distribute samples of all new Farmer's Market Salsa. Wicked Natural's mission is to provide the most flavorful products of the highest quality to their customers. Their customers are our customers and we feel the same way about these great Rhode Island products. Come buy some and help support our Demo Partners and a great Rhode Island company.

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Click here to visit the Daphne Baking website

Daphne

Baking Products

Saturday, April 24

John from Daphne came to Eastside Marketplace and was sampling their Thaw and Serve Tarts on Saturday, April 24. Their premier line of fully baked, ready to serve dessert tarts provides the elegance of fine pastry straight from the freezer. Each tart is made by hand with only the finest, all-natural ingredients. They are flash-frozen and need only to be thawed. When ready to enjoy, simply thaw to room temperature for 45 minutes...if you can wait that long!
Take the stress out of entertaining and stock your freezer now. Let Daphne patisserie-quality tarts be the answer to your next dinner party or impromptu gathering or personal indulgence. We have them in our frozen food department.
Help support our Demo Partners and add quality, variety, flavor and pleasure to your life here at Eastside Marketplace.

Visit the Gift of Life website to learn more

Registration involves a simple swab of cells from inside the cheeks. Donors will be entered into the Gift of Life Bone Marrow registry for the benefit of patients worldwide in desperate need of life-saving matches. You can rerquest a testing kit online. For more information call 800-9-MARROW, visit www.giftoflife.org or download more information from our website.

In the kitchen with
Eastside Marketplace

Friday April 23, 2010

Chef Bill Andrews from Eastside Marketplace was featured on the Rhode Show on WPRI Fox Providence Rhode Show this morning. Watch a video of Bill's appearance below or download Bill's printable recipe. We always have jumbo fresh sea scallops delivered daily so you can try this easy and delicious dish at home.

Chef Bill will be preparing this same dish at the 5th Annual Southern New England Woman's Expo this Sunday, April 25th, at the Twin River Casino Event Center.

Click here to visit the Warwick Ice Cream website

Thursday
April 22, 2009

Barry Newman, Director of Sales & Marketing for Warwick Ice Cream, came to Eastside Marketplace Thursday afternoon to help us celebrate Earth Day with samples of spumoni, maple walnut and fudge ripple ice cream. For four generations the Bucci family has been proud to manufacture and distribute the freshest and finest quality ice cream products available. Their outstanding quality and service to their customers plus the Bucci family attention to detail sets them apart from other manufacturers. Stop in and buy some Warwick Ice Cream and taste some of the best of what Rhode Island has to offer and support our growing family of Demo Partners.

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Thursday, April 22, 2009

Dennis Lurgio from Dell'Orto was at Eastside Marketplace on Thursday, April 22 to distribute samples of Dell'Orto olive oil. Customers were able to sample some of the best oil served with fresh italian bread.
Dell'Orto's award winning extra virgin olive oil is one of Italy's finest extra virgin olive oils. Dell’Orto is located in Oliveto Citra, Province of Salerno in the Campania Region of Italy. The olives are harvested from Dell'Orto's own soil as well as from the soil of neighboring olive growers. They are pleased to bring this olive oil from their family's village to the world market and into your home!

Classes in the Cafe - Spring 2010

Floral manager John Drohan's flower arranging class produced some beautiful spring flower baskets and some happy customers! The rainy gloomy day even ended with a rainbow as the class finished their baskets and relaxed with coffee and pastries.

04/20/10

John Drohan

Spring flower basket.

More classes coming soon! Call ahead for reservations. Price is $30 per class.
Students $25 with college ID
Classes are from 6-7:30pm

The last floral class was a success

John's Spring Flower Basket class was a success!

Cooking Classes - Spring 2010

Back by popular demand... We're having cooking classes again this spring!

04/13/10

Chef Deb Miller
Matt Jenkins

Gluten Free Pizza Party

Call ahead for reservations. Price is $10 per class.
Students $5 with college ID
Classes are from 6-7pm

The last cooking classes were a success

Deb's Gluten Free cooking class was a success!

Eastside Marketplace Gift Card

Eastside Marketplace Has Gift Cards

Parents... The Eastside Marketplace gift card is the perfect gift for college students. You can add funds using a credit card. Save 5% when you add funds to an existing card. Call the store for details.

Delivery Service

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Customer Service

We will accept orders for next day delivery between 8am and 2pm. Saturday deliveries are on a first come first serve basis. Orders for Saturday delivery mut be received by noon on Friday. This schedule allows the employees that take, select and deliver your orders more time to ensure the accuracy of each and every order. We appreciate your business and hope that you enjoy using our service.