OUR MERCHANTS’ FAVORITES

What do sumo citrus, Dutch flat runner beans, colutura di alici, and beef chuck roll all have in common? They all made the list of our merchandising team’s favorite products of the season—the ones they can’t stop eating, drinking, or talking about. Some are limited distribution, some artisan, some rare, and all are just plain delicious. Our merchants are always out scouring the market for new things they think will help you or inspire you.



Our Fruit Picks

"I have a soft spot for the sumo citrus and heirloom navels on this list because they’re super sweet—they’d be a great flavor contrast in a savory salad or main course of pork or fish." —Matthew Rendine, Director of Fruit Merchandising

Our Veg Picks

"The spring mix from Blue Sky isn’t your typical mix—it’s got a great blend of flavors and color. And either of the radicchios would bring a needed bitter bite to a rich braised meat." —Ken Bower & Donald Russo, Veg Merchandising

Our Specialty Picks

“We’ve got some great limited distribution items here, like the anchovy extract and Feel Good Booch, as well as brand-new products like Basque-style cheesecake and cultured oil.” —Suzy Kang & Emily Murphy, Specialty Merchandising

Our Cheese Picks

“The Point Reyes Quinta is from a women-owned company, the Trufflehive is from a B-Corp company, and the Perrystead schmear is local—there’s a lot that’s tasting good and doing good.” —Franklin Romero, Dairy Category Manager

Our Protein Picks

"Everything on our list is about maximum flavor—the chicken from Joyce Farms and La Belle will really surprise you—as well as the highest standards of animal welfare." —Peter Mistretta & Kevin Lindgren, Protein Merchandising