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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Here’s $50 in Savings Just for You!.......PAGE 1 Too Much Shade? Plant These Vegetables!.............................PAGE 2
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Employee Spotlight: Jessica O’Dell.........PAGE 2
Can I Eat Food After the Expiration Date?............................................PAGE 3
Fresh and Locally Sourced Produce......PAGE 3
4 Types of Tomatoes...................................PAGE 4
TOMAYTO OR TOMAHTO? Choose the Right Variety for Your Dish
Roma
Did you know there are over 15,000 varieties of tomatoes? Running down the list can take longer than when Bubba from “Forrest Gump” explains all the types of shrimp. Each one comes with its own unique flavor and appearance. Here are a few to try out the next time you shop with us. Beefsteak • These tomatoes are often referred to as “slicing tomatoes.” • They are usually large, heavy, and low in acidity. • This type is most often used in sandwiches. Heirloom • There are more than 300 varieties of heirloom tomatoes worldwide. • They’re known for coming in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. • Heirloom tomatoes got their name due to the unique varieties that have been passed down through generations of farmers.
• If you’re looking to make sauces or pastes, Roma tomatoes are the best option. • You’ll find a robust skin and a lower number of seeds. • This type of tomato often comes with high acid content. Cherry Tomatoes • Cherry tomatoes are often characterized by being small — about the size of a cherry. • They are generally sweeter and juicier than other species of tomatoes. • These are great to serve in a variety of dishes but are best in salads. Foodtown has some of the best tomato selection around. Jessica O’Dell from Foodtown of Cold Spring, who is featured in our employee spotlight, sells up to 800 pounds of heirloom tomatoes from her local farm supplier. If you’re looking for the best produce around, head on over to your neighborhood Foodtown today.
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