Ahhh…. October is upon us!  Changing leaves, cooler weather, and lots of reasons to enjoy some great food.  Whether it’s a tailgate, a milestone birthday, or a family dinner, fall is the ideal time to enjoy some heartier fare you may not have served in the warmer months.With the growing season wrapping up, so are Adam and Frank’s trips to Lancaster to get the freshest produce for you.  There are still some great fresh vegetables to enjoy, like tomatoes and zucchini that are ripe and ready … [Read more...]

September means back to school and back to the routine for lots of us.  With the summer harvest in full swing, you can find just about anything fresh you need at Sam’s to make your back-to-school and back-to-routine time even tastier.  That's because we continue to support local farms with our regular trips to the Lancaster region where we are hand-selecting the freshest produce for you to enjoy.And, although the weather stays warm for a while here, the cooler temps are coming and that … [Read more...]

I love the summer as much as you do- going down the shore, relaxing by the pool, and enjoying ripe summer produce. But, if your summer is anything like mine, it’s also time to go to ball games, explore parks, and visit with some relatives you don’t see often. As relaxing as it can be, it’s also a busy time.  So, get the most out of your summer, stop by and stock up on some fresh produce and tasty prepared foods that will keep you out of the kitchen and doing what you enjoy … [Read more...]

It’s finally here-- the summertime!  These are the days we look forward to all year.  Sun-filled afternoons, pool parties, and time to relax with the people who mean the most to us.  But, to make everything perfect, we need to have a fridge stocked with great food for an easy barbecue or last-minute picnic, and plenty of snacks for when friends stop by! Down the Shore Time to pack up and head down the shore!  Many of us are getting ready for our annual migration to the sandy beaches and … [Read more...]

Summertime is here and we couldn’t be more excited. Long days, no school, time at the pool or the shore, BBQs, and of course, we celebrate dads and grads.What are you doing for your dad for Father’s Day? Pick up one of our freshly made Strawberry Shortcakes! Or, what if you take the reins at the BBQ this year and give dad a break? Sam’s has an excellent selection of meat too! Serve Dad a mouth-watering Italian hoagie our classic made on one of our freshly baked rolls! It’s not only the best … [Read more...]

We don’t know about you, but with the world starting to open up again, it feels a little bit like anything is possible this spring.  We are most looking forward to seeing friends and family and gathering together with good food! Moms First up on our list? Mother’s Day! This year Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 9.  Sam’s is ready to help so you can spend more time catching up and less time cooking! Our favorite Mother’s Day treat?  Strawberry Shortcake, made in-house.  We take layers of vanilla … [Read more...]

What is Samboners? Samboners is a movement that originated on Instagram designed to support small restaurant businesses in the Philadelphia area in the wake of the pandemic. Through its often hilarious video reviews, Samboners highlights local specialty sandwiches and has an excellent tagline “Take a look, Take a bite!” along with an informal rating scale.At Sam’s Italian Market, we’re huge supporters of the Samboners and all local businesses working hard to survive and thrive through the … [Read more...]

Can you believe it’s March?  We are excited to start the 3rd month of the year and we look forward to Daylight Savings Time, St. Patrick’s Day, March Madness, the first day of Spring, St. Joseph’s Day, and Easter (which yes, we know is in April but we’re planning now!). There’s so much deliciousness going on in the store in March!St Patrick’s DayHave you tried Sam’s homemade pistachio walnut bread? Our pistachio walnut bread is the perfect bread/cake combo; it has a unique pistachio … [Read more...]

Valentines DayValentine’s Day is fast approaching and we have delicious pastries for one, two, or more! At Sam’s, we believe that the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach!  Don’t forget to show your loved ones how much you care with one of our Valentine’s Day treats, which are lovingly made by hand, in our very own kitchen.Our Love Cake is an irresistible sweet ricotta and vanilla cake topped with whipped cream.  It’s available with or without chocolate chips.  The Love Cake … [Read more...]

Happy New Year from our Sam’s family to yours! Here’s to a brighter and better year.  Bring it 2021.  We are excited about this brand new year, new goals, and delicious food shared with friends and family. Thank you for allowing Sam’s to be a part of your life!Our Newest Sweet TreatYou might’ve heard of the Cronut but have you heard of the Cruffin? It’s a match made in heaven: a croissant marries a cinnamon muffin. It’s like a cinnamon roll, but … [Read more...]