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Ring in the New Year With These 8 Lucky Foods

Posted on January 20, 2022 by


Luck isn’t just for the Irish! In addition to the traditional American New Year’s Day dinner of ham, cabbage, black-eyed peas, greens, and cornbread, plenty of other foods are thought to bring good luck to the eater year-round. Thanks to Ward Supermarket’s expansive selection of fresh, delicious meats, produce seafood, and more, you can start

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Assorted spices and seasonings on vintage spoons, including coarse salt, peppercorns, mustard seeds, paprika, and white salt—perfect for adding a touch of holiday spice—all arranged on a dark surface with scattered spices and twine.

Spice Is Nice: How to Add Flavor to Your Holiday Dishes

Posted on December 13, 2021 by


One of the quickest ways to make your holiday party memorable — in a bad way — is to serve bland, tasteless dishes. But giving your palate some pizzazz is easier than you think. Whether you’re a novice in the kitchen or a seasoned Michelin-worthy chef, Ward’s Supermarket has the ingredients you need to make

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Six Ways to Upgrade Your Thanksgiving Turkey This Year

Posted on November 15, 2021 by


Christmas is coming in hot, but first we get to stuff our bellies during everyone’s favorite stretchy pants holiday — Thanksgiving! It’s time to bring back those tried-and-true recipes and brainstorm creative ways to put a twist on them so as not to put your guest to sleep, which the tryptophan will do on its

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A pot of creamy tomato soup with a wooden spoon, topped with a swirl of cream and herbs, surrounded by fresh tomatoes and basil—an easy fall soup perfect for cozy nights in the kitchen.

Easy Fall Soups: Cozy Up with These Soup-er Warm Recipes

Posted on October 20, 2021 by


While we don’t have a traditional fall full of chilly weather here in Gainesville, we can enjoy some cozy activities like cuddling up on the couch, watching holiday movies with a favorite blanket, and enjoying a warm, comforting meal when the temperatures drop. If you’re looking to cozy up this season, there’s no better comfort

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Pack a Punch for Back to School Lunch

Posted on August 16, 2021 by


School is officially back in session, and if the thought of coming up with foods for another roughly 180 lunches is making you want to hit the wine aisle, just know that you’re not alone. Satisfying your kiddos’ tastes, let alone if you have a picky eater, can be difficult, and years of packing lunches

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8 Essential Spices & Herbs: Sage Advice We’re Mint to Share

Posted on July 7, 2021 by


Life is too short to eat bland, boring food. For your everyday eating pleasure, flavorful dishes are best, and Ward’s Supermarket is your perfect one-stop shop for the freshest ingredients and locally grown herbs that take your dishes from blah to BAM!  With so many choices to choose from, it can be hard to know

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Home Remedies for When You’re Feeling the (Sun)Burn

Posted on June 14, 2021 by


The sun is shining, the sweat is pouring down as soon as you step outside, and the beach has become your home away from home, meaning only one thing — it’s summer in Florida! Unfortunately, even lifelong Floridians get burned to a crisp occasionally when they forget to reapply sunscreen, use insufficient SPF, or skip

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8 Drinks to Try This Summer to Sip Back and Relax

Posted on May 25, 2021 by


Summer heat got you feeling down? Sip away while you soak up the sun – Ward’s has the best drinks and recipe ideas to last you all season! Whether you’re looking for alcoholic beverages or more family-friendly options, we’ve got you covered. Mix Things Up If you’re looking to shake things up with some new

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