Southern Tomato Pie As summer begins to transition into fall, the weather starts to cool, and we settle back into our routines, we start to crave heartier and more comforting foods. What better ingredient to bridge this shift, than the tomato?  I recently saw a recipe for a Southern Tomato Pie on Facebook, and I just had to try it.  I was a little skeptical but it was so good.  No, it’s not a traditional tomato pie that will always be a favorite, but this is definitely something I am adding … [Read more...]

When it’s too hot to cook As we enter the dog days of summer, I start to think about fresh, delicious meals that don’t require a lot of effort. Some of my seasonal favorites are cantaloupe, corn, and tomatoes, which are all at their peak right now! Adam and Frank are making their weekly treks up to Lancaster to pick up the season’s best fruits and vegetables.  Prosciutto and cantaloupe or as we say in Italian, prosciutto e melone is one of my favorite things to make when it’s hot.  … [Read more...]

July is here and it’s hot! Embrace the arrival of summer as Sam's Italian Market offers an irresistible array of seasonal delights. From the best cuts of meat for your BBQ to the most delicious Italian Hoagies out there, to the freshest produce of the season, our selections cater to every palate. Join us in exploring our tantalizing new additions to the menu, and let's together celebrate the vibrant flavors of summer! Our Butcher’s Choice: Turkey London Broil with a Twist Our Butcher Paul … [Read more...]

I’ve always loved June. I think it goes back to how much I loved the month when I was a little kid.  The sheer excitement of school being over and the anticipation of carefree days of swimming and relaxing had me over the moon.  While most of us adults can’t enjoy quite the same carefree days,  we can find time to relax, celebrate, and savor the sweet things in life and that’s what this month is about. June’s a Time to Celebrate If you’re lucky enough to have a graduation to enjoy this season, … [Read more...]

Here we are in the merry month of May!  This is a time filled with special milestones and sweet celebrations.  You’ll enjoy every one of these special times even more with a little planning.    Graduation Time is Here The warmer weather and lovely blooms mean it’s graduation time.  Whether it’s a college graduation or another milestone, when you plan a celebration for that special person, you’ll want to plan ahead for a successful … [Read more...]

We anticipate Christmas for months but we all tend to be surprised by Easter’s approach!  Many of us find ourselves questioning- Can it really be Easter already?  Maybe it’s because its a different week every year or we are so busy with Springtime events that it seems to sneak up on us.   Don’t worry, whether you’ve been planning your Easter brunch for weeks or you are caught off guard by the Easter Bunny’s impending arrival, we have just what you need to make it a memorable … [Read more...]

I can’t remember there being a better time to be in Philly than these past few months.  Just as we came off our ‘Red October’ cheering for our Phillies, the Eagles soared through their season and are headed to the Super Bowl!  Combine this championship feeling with Valentine’s Day and a weekend for President’s Day, this short month becomes a fan favorite! Stock Up for Super Bowl If you’re not already busy planning for the big game, it’s not too late!  Whether you’re an intense fan that … [Read more...]

The new year gives us an opportunity to embrace a fresh start and at Sam’s we have lots of ways you can live a healthy and delicious lifestyle with our tasty offerings this January.  Instead of giving up things you love this year, simply restart right and enjoy the fresh foods you already love. Making Good Choices As we all know too much of anything is not good. Making good choices when it comes to the foods we enjoy can make all the difference in our health and our happiness.  Experts say … [Read more...]