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Join us for a Cheese Tasting of "Get Ready for the Big Game" Collection

Join us today, Thursday, October 29th at 3 & 5 PM for a FREE sampling from this week's cheese plate of the week: Get Ready for the Big Game! 

Get Ready for the Big Game! features: Poteauprie, Benning Goat Gouda, Pastore Sini and Colston Bassett Stilton.

Zabar's
2245 Broadway (@ 80th Street)
NY, NY

Mayor Mike Bloomberg pays a visit to Zabar's

Mayor Mike Bloomberg visited Zabar's last week to enjoy some smoked salmon and greet voters.  Catch Saul Zabar showing him around:

Our Pumpkin Mousse Cheesecake featured on TheNibble.com

The Nibble features Andrea Watman's Pumpkin Mousse Cheesecake:

There are many recipes for pumpkin cheesecake (wouldn’t it be great to try them all!). This one is on the lighter side—pumpkin mousse—which makes it a better option after a heavy dinner. It was created by Andrea Watman, Creative Director at Zabar’s in New York City. Another twist is the gingersnap cookie crust, bringing even more holiday flavor into the recipe.

Join us for a Cheese Tasting of "The Lesser Known Cheeses"

Join us today, Thursday, October 22nd at 3 & 5 PM for a FREE sampling from this week's cheese plate of the week:  The Lesser Known Cheeses.

The Lesser Known Cheeses features:  Chaubier, Manouri, Etivaz and Montagnola Blue.

Zabar's
2245 Broadway (@ 80th Street)
NY, NY

This week's cheese plate video: The Lesser Known Cheeses

With over 600 cheeses in the Zabar’s cheese department, there is bound to be a few that get passed over.  But these cheeses have not been forgotten.  In fact, for those that know them, they are loved and never missing from the shopping basket.  But we want to make sure that all cheeses get their moment of fame so we are featuring four lesser known cheeses that are stables in the cheese department for a reason.



Chaubier is that cheese that no one dislikes.  The blending of cow and goat’s milk makes it flavorful but not too “goaty.”  Semi-soft and creamy.  The essential “table cheese” meaning you could bring it out for breakfast, enjoy it with some crusty bread and fresh vegetables for lunch and serve it with toasted nuts for dessert.  No matter what time of day it is, this cheese is ready and perfect.  Manouri is another one of those “table cheeses” that is as versatile as a cheese can be.  Even its roots prove that this cheese was born of necessity and prudence.  Instead of throwing away or feeding the animals the whey from Feta production, the Greeks added milk or cream to it and made Manouri.  This way nothing was wasted and another cheese was created that could be used for everything from breakfast with honey, to salads at lunch and for spanikopita at dinner.  One taste and you can just imagine the possibilities.  Etivaz is like Gruyere on steroids.  Full flavored with an aroma of apple cider, this cheese is a cult favorite that will knock your socks off and then have you coming back for more.  Montagnola Blue is another blue cheese from Germany that is can be used for about anything a.k.a. “table cheese.”  The Germans have set the standard in consistency and high quality.  This cheese is both those things and it is delicious too!

So give these lesser knowns a chance and fill you table with cheese for every occasion.

Enjoy This Week's Pumpkin Recipe

Enjoy this week's recipe from Andrea Watman
Pumpkin Mousse Cheesecake

I love pumpkin – pumpkin pie, pumpkin and rice – pumpkin, pumpkin pumpkin!

This is one of my favorite ways to enjoy pumpkin. I use canned pumpkin but feel free to use fresh puree if you are channeling Julia Child. The taste of the ginger snaps and the richness of the cream cheese make this an elegant yet easy holiday dessert.

Enjoy!

Go to the Recipe 

Join us tomorrow for a Free Knife Sharpening Clinic

Join tomorrow us for a FREE Chef’s Choice Knife Sharpening Clinic
Bring your own knives!

On Sunday, October 18th 2009
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Zabar’s Houseware Mezzanine
2245 Broadway, NY NY

Bring your favorite two knives and have them sharpened for free by Chef’s Choice*. 

They’ll show how to use their sharpeners at home and will discuss why it’s so important to keep knives sharp.  You'll also receive a coupon for use on all Zabar's Knives for in-store purchases!

 

* Zabar's assumes no responsibility for knives that are sharpened.  Handle all knives carefully.

Join us for this weekend's Demos & Tastings

Friday, October 16, 2009
Join us for a Rishi Tea demonstration and sampling, 2 - 4 PM
 

Saturday, October 17, 2009
Illy Espresso Maker demonstrations and Espresso tastings, 1 - 4 PM
 
and
 
3 Little Pigs Pate Sampling, 2 - 4 PM




Sunday, October 17, 2009
Join us for a Kind Bars Tasting, 2 - 4 PM
KIND Fruit + Nut bars are delicious snacks for a heart-healthy diet. These handmade bars are packed with whole premium almonds, Brazilian nuts, walnuts, peanuts, and chunks of all-natural dried fruits held together with honey.

Cheese Tasting: The Northern Sea Collection

Join us today, Thursday, October 15th at 3 & 5 PM for a FREE sampling from this week's cheese plate of the week:  The Northern Sea Collection.

Watch a video about the cheeses here and stop by our store to ask questions and learn more!

Zabar's
2245 Broadway (@ 80th Street)
NY, NY

The Northern Sea Collection - Cheese Plate of the Week Video

Sometimes, good things pass under the radar and are often forgotten.  Cheese is no exception.  There are cheeses that are often overlooked but this does not mean that they are not worthy of attention.  Many of these cheeses come from European Countries that sit on the Northern Sea.  These countries are small in size but they produce delicious cheeses that are unique as well as delicious.  So we decided to shine a little light on these tasty cheeses and share what we already knew…these cheeses are great examples of industriousness, creativity and hard work - and they taste great too!

Wynedale is the perfect example of a Trappist cheese, meaning that it is made in a monastery and nunnery where necessity and hospitality has motivated the creation of great, full flavored cheeses.  These cheeses are usually made from cow’s milk and washed in beer, wine or brine.  Wynedale is made in Belgium but until recently was not available here.  Its creamy texture and rich, complex flavor will make this cheese a new favorite with everyone who tastes it.  Leerdammer is an innovative, relatively new cheese from Holland that blends Gouda creaminess with Swiss flavor.  Wildly popular in Europe, this cheese is worth a try and you can always use the leftovers for a great sandwich the next day.  Mimolette is a stunning cheese that from a distance may look like a cantaloupe but make no mistake, this cheese is hard and sharp especially when aged.  It is made in Normandy, France and in the Netherlands where it can be enjoyed at many different ages.  By 12 months this cheese has acquired a burnt orange color, dry crystal-filled texture and slightly smoky, sharp taste.  Blue Castello is a wonderfully, creamy Danish blue that is not too strong yet not too boring.  It is the perfect blue for beginners and children while pleasing everyone else.  

These cheeses prove that good things do come in small packages or from small countries.  Go ahead and see for yourself!