At FreshDirect, we eat local. We support local. We live for local. August has summer’s sweetest offerings, and our local partners produce the best of everything. That deserves a celebration, so we’ve made a list of the foods from around here that are perfect for serving up at a block party or neighborhood cookout. FreshDirect […]
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Your Guide To Acing Valentine’s Day Dinner
You could make reservations at the fanciest restaurant in town, but if you ask us, nothing is more romantic than a home-cooked dinner made with heart and soul. With a little planning, anyone can put together a feast that will impress your significant other. So dim the lights, grab some flowers, and let’s get cracking […]
Everything Truffle On FreshDirect
“Truffle is the food for kings, gods and pigs.”—Chef Antonio Carluccio Truffles make almost anything better, bringing an out-of-this world flavor wherever they’re put. To say that they’re mushroom-y would barely cover it: the taste is powerful, aromatic, and full of an umami richness that is unmatched by any other foodstuff. Although they’re pricey because […]
Sustainable Swordfish
At FreshDirect, it’s important to bring our customers seafood that’s not only great-tasting and fresh, but sustainable too. When it comes to swordfish, we source it from Nova Scotia, from the first swordfish fishery to be certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC). Here, fishermen use a traditional fishing method, harpooning, where swordfish are […]
Our Favorite Easy Lunch Box Items for Back to School
If you’re a parent, you know that helping your kid get the nutrition they need isn’t always easy. And when it comes to packing their lunch box, it can be a challenge to pull it all together and make both you and them happy. With a little smart shopping, you can make balanced school lunches […]