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How To Cook A Seafood Boil

Whether you’re spending summer by the shore or in the city, a seafood feast is perfect for celebrating the season. Digging into a pile of fresh shellfish evokes days spent relaxing by the beach, regardless of whether you’re actually there or just imagining the salty breezes and sand beneath your feet. A seafood boil is […]

Pork Chops & Summer Fruit Is the Best Sweet ‘n’ Salty Combo

In the world of confections, it’s a known fact that combining salty and sweet results in some of the most irresistible treats—think chocolate covered pretzels or sea salt caramels. But that flavor magic isn’t just for desserts: the dinner plate is an excellent place to bring those two worlds together, too.  Among meats, pork takes […]

Put A Burrata On It! The Best Way To Turn Salad Into A No-Cook Meal

There’s mozzarella, and then there’s burrata. Although a classic mozz melted onto a pizza or paired with tomatoes and basil is wonderful, when you take things one step further by going for its even creamier cousin burrata, the only word is transcendent. So what’s the difference? Mozzarella is a fresh cheese made by introducing cultures […]

Get Rollin’ with a Classic Lobster Roll

Let me see you lobster roll! There’s no need to head to the beach to snag a fresh lobster roll when it’s easy to make your own. Get the recipe below and shop the ingredients on FreshDirect.

Celebrating 20 Years of Fresh

Age ain’t nothing but a number, but the numbers add up to something great! It’s our 20th birthday and this is what the stats say about two decades of delivering the freshest groceries. 12,577,342 Citrus fruits sold in Brooklyn. When life hands foodies lemons, they ask for more. 2,300,657 Canned goods bought in Queens. That’s […]

Crazy For Kabobs: Tips For Grilling

The sun is shining, the days are longer, and it seems everywhere you turn barbecue smoke fills the air. This can only mean one thing: grilling season is here and it’s time to oil up the grates. Today, we’re going to talk about one of the best things you can cook outdoors: kabobs, in every […]

Celebrate Summer With Stone Fruit

Stone fruit is the epitome of summer—we love how the juice runs out with every bite. The category includes all fruits that have a hardy endocarp shell on the inside that encases its seed: think peaches, plums, nectarines, apricots, and cherries. We’re here to share the best of the season with you, and let you […]

How to Make A Great Ice Cream Sandwich

This summer is going to be a scorcher, so you’ll wanna have some cool defenses to help you beat the heat. We always go for something edible, of course, and it’s not sucking on ice cubes or getting cozy with a bag of frozen peas. We’re talking ice cream, specifically ice cream sandwiches that deliver […]

Love Local: Long Island Partners On FreshDirect

It’s no secret that Long Island is a food-lover’s paradise, home to farms, fisheries, and artisan goods makers in numbers dizzying for such a narrow stretch of land. Small businesses reign here, and at FreshDirect, we’ve cultivated personal relationships with many local producers who bring us their very best.

How To Make A Mezze Platter

Even if you’ve never heard the word mezze before, you probably already love mezze foods: Stuffed grape leaves! Olives! Pita bread! Hummus! Lots and lots of hummus. Mezze is an assortment of snacking foods enjoyed in countries around the eastern Mediterranean. A typical platter will feature a mix of fresh and pickled veggies, dips and […]

Our Best Grilling Recipes For Summer

It’s time to strike a fire and oil up the grates: grilling season is here! Get started with our best cookout recipes. Whether you’re looking to master grilled seafood, need a bit of vegetarian inspiration, or just want to know how to make the perfect burger, we’ve got you covered. Our Best Grilling Recipes Meat […]

Vegetarian Orange “Chicken” With Fried Rice Recipe

There are lots of well-loved Chinese dishes that put the meat front and center. So if you don’t eat chicken, pork, or beef, it’s understandable if you feel like you’re missing out. Luckily, our friends at So Yummy have a hack that makes it possible for everyone to get in on the action. Their riff […]

Hot Honey Shrimp & Grits Recipe

Shrimp and grits is Southern cooking at its finest. Between the buttery richness of the cornmeal base and the tender bite of succulent shrimp, this classic dish is instantly comforting, regardless of whether you grew up eating it or are trying it for the first time. Recreating it at home, however, can me understandably daunting—grits […]

Easy Sheet-Pan Fish With Tomatoes

Simple, weeknight-ready recipes are the backbone of every home cook’s repertoire. But to make a minimal recipe have maximal impact, you’ve got to use the best, most flavorful ingredients you can find. For fish, that means seeking out ultra-fresh fillets that are still just as pristine as when they were caught. In our latest recipe, […]

Our Favorite Easy Dinner Recipes

Everyone needs a few go-to weeknight dinner recipes in their back pocket. The ones that you can put together with minimal effort in very little time. We’ve collected some of our favorites in the list below. When you’re short on meal inspiration, give one of these dishes a try. You might just find a new […]

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Classic Hummus Recipe with Canned Chickpeas

Hi everyone, it’s Emerald, FreshDirect’s food stylist. Today, I’ve got a hummus recipe for you from my Brooklyn kitchen. We’re going to make it using canned chickpeas and a few simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. It’s really easy and it makes a great, healthy snack. Check it out below!

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Donate to New York Common Pantry & Help Fight Hunger

FreshDirect is proud to announce a new charitable partnership with New York Common Pantry (NYCP). We encourage you to join us in addressing food insecurity by contributing to an organization that is at the forefront of ensuring that all New Yorkers have access to quality food and services. To help, you can select a donation in […]

A Hot Dog Recipe Inspired by the Middle East

It’s not hard to jazz up hot dogs. For this recipe, we’re reaching into the Middle Eastern pantry to make familiar franks even more exciting. With Labor Day coming up, there couldn’t be a better time to try this one out!

Pan Seared Salmon with Peach Basil Salsa

Fire up your cast iron pan (or grill) to make this simple Pan Seared Salmon dressed up with a fruity salsa topping with a sweet and spicy flavor kick!

FreshDirect Anniversary Sweepstakes

It’s our 20th anniversary at FreshDirect! This summer, we’re celebrating our teams, our communities, and the people we serve. In addition to special savings and giveaways starting June 22, one lucky FreshDirect customer will win free groceries for a year (up to $10,000) in our Anniversary Sweepstakes! From June 22 to July 11, you will […]

FreshDirect Bag Donation Program

FreshDirect has launched a program to connect our customers with local community organizations that have a need for reusable bags. You are welcome to donate your used bags to one of our partner organizations. Please be sure that your bags are: Clean In good condition Free from labels bearing your personal information. Participating Organizations You […]

Mango Madness! The Mango Varieties You’ve Got To Try

Mangoes come in a variety of shapes and colors, from the popular green-red Tommy Atkins to golden Champagne mangoes with a lusciousness worthy of their name. No matter which one you choose, it’ll be a good one right now during peak mango season, when the tropical fruit is at its sweetest and juiciest. We’re truly […]

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Summer calls for seafood. A shrimp & clam boil may be the perfect way to celebrate the season. A boil featuring fresh shellfish is a super easy way to enjoy all your favs in one dish. 

Here’s how it’s done: 
Cut an onion into quarters. Halve a head of garlic horizontally. Add 1 1/2 inches of water to a stock pot, followed by onion, garlic, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a boil on the stove. Once boiling, add one bag of whole, small potatoes (such as Blushing Belle). Let cook a couple minutes. In the meantime, cut 2 andouille sausages (or more, if you like) into 1 1/2-inch pieces, then add to boiling pot. Cut 4 ears corn into smaller segments and add to pot. Continue to boil for another 5 minutes. Gather 2 lb shrimp (preferably shell-on), 1 dozen clams and 1 lb mussels. Toss seafood with a few drizzles of neutral oil and 1 tbsp Old Bay. Add to pot, cover, and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest 1 minute before transferring to a platter for serving. Season with more Old Bay, if you like.
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Summer calls for seafood. A shrimp & clam boil may be the perfect way to celebrate the season. A boil featuring fresh shellfish is a super easy way to enjoy all your favs in one dish. Here’s how it’s done: Cut an onion into quarters. Halve a head of garlic horizontally. Add 1 1/2 inches of water to a stock pot, followed by onion, garlic, 2 bay leaves, and 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a boil on the stove. Once boiling, add one bag of whole, small potatoes (such as Blushing Belle). Let cook a couple minutes. In the meantime, cut 2 andouille sausages (or more, if you like) into 1 1/2-inch pieces, then add to boiling pot. Cut 4 ears corn into smaller segments and add to pot. Continue to boil for another 5 minutes. Gather 2 lb shrimp (preferably shell-on), 1 dozen clams and 1 lb mussels. Toss seafood with a few drizzles of neutral oil and 1 tbsp Old Bay. Add to pot, cover, and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest 1 minute before transferring to a platter for serving. Season with more Old Bay, if you like.
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Mezze foods are an assortment of eastern Mediterranean snacks like stuffed grape leaves, olives, pita bread, and hummus.

Use the link in our bio to treat yourself by using our freshest ingredients to build your own mezze platter.
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Mezze foods are an assortment of eastern Mediterranean snacks like stuffed grape leaves, olives, pita bread, and hummus. Use the link in our bio to treat yourself by using our freshest ingredients to build your own mezze platter.
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It’s Love Local month here at FreshDirect. All through August, we’ll be featuring local partners in support of businesses committed to bringing incredible flavors to our communities and neighborhoods.

Show some love by shopping your favorite local brands on our site! ❤️
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It’s Love Local month here at FreshDirect. All through August, we’ll be featuring local partners in support of businesses committed to bringing incredible flavors to our communities and neighborhoods. Show some love by shopping your favorite local brands on our site! ❤️
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from one proud BX resident to another, it was an honor to take part in the special tradition that is @yankees Old-Timer’s Day 🗽⚾️ #repbx
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from one proud BX resident to another, it was an honor to take part in the special tradition that is @yankees Old-Timer’s Day 🗽⚾️ #repbx
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Ready for lobster season🦞? Our very own Senior Merchant Mike is here to show you how to prepare the most delicious Maine lobster for the summer.

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Ready for lobster season🦞? Our very own Senior Merchant Mike is here to show you how to prepare the most delicious Maine lobster for the summer. Head over to FreshDirect.com to take advantage of our Lobster Party Sale!
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Chill. Crack. Sip. Ahh. These beers and seltzers are super flavorful, easy to enjoy, and perfect for making any summer day a bit of a celebration.
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Chill. Crack. Sip. Ahh. These beers and seltzers are super flavorful, easy to enjoy, and perfect for making any summer day a bit of a celebration.
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With a little bit of summer in every bite, s’mores make the perfect backyard treat this season. In five simple steps, these s’mores bites are an easy, fun option to enjoy.

1. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring often.
2. Break up your graham crackers into bite sized pieces and put them in rows on the parchment paper.
3. Place a marshmallow on each graham cracker.
4. Spoon the melted chocolate sauce on top of the marshmallows and graham crackers until they are engulfed in chocolaty goodness.
5. Pop the baking tray into the freezer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is hardened.

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With a little bit of summer in every bite, s’mores make the perfect backyard treat this season. In five simple steps, these s’mores bites are an easy, fun option to enjoy. 1. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring often. 2. Break up your graham crackers into bite sized pieces and put them in rows on the parchment paper. 3. Place a marshmallow on each graham cracker. 4. Spoon the melted chocolate sauce on top of the marshmallows and graham crackers until they are engulfed in chocolaty goodness. 5. Pop the baking tray into the freezer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chocolate is hardened. Stock up on everything you need to create this chocolatey, gooey masterpiece.
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