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Local Florida Flavors: A Taste Of Sunshine

Posted on April 24, 2025 by


With spring in full bloom, local and seasonal produce is at its peak. And Florida has a lot to offer. From delicious tropical flavors to fresh seafood, the options are unmatched. Discover what makes Florida’s food special, and learn five delicious recipes to try this spring and summer.  What Are Florida Flavors? Florida is a

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Fresh Cooking: How to Care for Herbs Year-Round

Posted on February 28, 2025 by


If you’re looking for a way to add more fresh ingredients to your meals, herbs from your own garden are a great option. Many people may feel intimidated by the idea of caring for an herb garden, but we’re here to show you how easy it can be! We’ll explain how to care for herbs

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Fresh produce for local healthy eating habits.

New Year, New You: Local Healthy Eating Resolutions with Wards

Posted on January 24, 2025 by


With the new year comes resolutions. Many are starting on a path toward healthier eating and lifestyles to begin this new year right. If you’re a part of this number, you may be wondering how you can incorporate local healthy eating habits into your daily routine. Discover our four tips for making healthy eating easy

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Unlock the Magic of Gainesville: Ward’s Ultimate Local Gift Guide

Posted on December 9, 2024 by


December can only mean one thing: the holidays are fast approaching. Each and every year, you might find yourself having to find local gifts that are both meaningful and easy to locate (and don’t have shipping delays!). Look no further than Ward’s Supermarket to make holiday shopping easier and meaningful. We’re your one-stop shop for

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A woman carving a local pumpkin in room with little pumpkins on the floor.

Local Pumpkin Uses: 5 Creative Jack-o-Lantern Ideas

Posted on October 29, 2024 by


As the weather cools and you start looking for your Halloween costume, you and your loved ones engage in beloved fall activities together. One of these activities is jack-o-lantern carving. If you’re preparing for a jack-o-lantern carving party with your friends or little ones, you’ll want to have some design ideas ready to go. Here

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Fruits, nuts and meat on a charcuterie board

From Meats to Sweets: Building a Charcuterie Board to Impress

Posted on September 24, 2024 by


Charcuterie boards have become popular for people hosting events or having an evening with friends. These diverse boards offer a wide array of options, so people can enjoy whatever they want for the night. So how do you create a charcuterie board that will blow your guests away? We’re here to answer that question—using ingredients

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Local beer on a shelf

Exploring Breweries & Wineries: Our Local Beer & Wine Recommendations

Posted on August 27, 2024 by


New to Gainesville and looking for something to do? Or perhaps, have you been here a while but want to find a new local spot for wine or beer? We’re here to help! At Ward’s Supermarket, we’re super proud to work with vendors from Alachua County to fill our local wine and beer shelves. Today,

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Florida seafood display focused on crab with other seafood in the background.

Go Fish! Your Guide to Florida Seafood

Posted on July 19, 2024 by


What screams summer more than days spent out on the water, followed by a seafood meal from your fresh catches of the day? Whether you’re an experienced fisherman or just learning about all the great seafood Florida has to offer, we’re here to help you boost your meals to the next level. See what you

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