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Supporting a "Sweet September" at Citymeals on Wheels

Year round, Zabar's supports Citymeals on Wheels, but this month even more is in the works! Citymeal's Sweet September brings more support for their programs of preparing and delivering meals for our homebound, elderly neighbors. 

Shop online for Zabar's Babka and $1 of every sale will be donated to fund meals at Citymeals on Wheels.

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Citymeals on Wheels provides a continuous lifeline of nourishing meals and vital companionship to New York City’s homebound elderly. Each year, Citymeals prepares and delivers over 2 million weekend, holiday and emergency meals for more than 18,000 of our frail aged neighbors.

100% of all public donations will be used entirely for the preparation and delivery of meals, thanks to the generosity of our Board of Directors, the City of New York, sponsors and other designated gifts.

Recipe & Giveaway: Hot Fudge Sauce recipe | Cookbook, Zabar's tote bag & teas!

Recipe for Hot Fudge Sauce from The New Pie by Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin and cookbook giveaway

Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

Here is the recipe for the delectable hot fudge sauce dripping over the orange brownie sundae, shown in the photograph. I highly recommend that you buy the book to make the whole pie. This is for the young Zabar who once traveled around the country on his bike, looking for the ultimate ice cream sundae. Perhaps it’s right here. This week's giveaway: Zabar’s canvas printed tote bag with 5 of Zabar’s favorite loose teas: Organic Orange Cranberry, Darjeeling, Earl Grey, Russian Caravan, and Special Blend.

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Enter to win The New Pie, Zabar's tote bag & teas! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "The New Pie" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 9/19/19 and will be contacted by email. For an extra chance to win, refer a friend. (Note: The New Pie cookbook and Zabar’s favorite loose teas bundle can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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Upcoming Housewares Events & Sales!

Join us for a COOKING CLASS with Chef Vickie Kirlick

Come and join us for a cooking class in Zabar's Housewares Mezzanine with Chef Vickie Kirlick as she demos the Zavor Lux LCD Multicooker, making Asian Lettuce Wraps and Butternut Squash Risotto.

September 21, 2-6 PM
2245 Broadway NYC

Stop by for in-store only coupons and more deals in our Housewares Mezzanine!
We offer Free West Side Delivery on Mezzanine Purchases from 60th St. to 115th Street & Central Park West to Riverside Drive.

Specials Include:

Mastrad Purefizz Soda Maker
$24.98 each (reg $64.98)

Le Creuset 2 3/4 Qt Round Dutchoven
$149.98 each (reg $249.98)

Wusthof 8" Classic Chef Knife
$89.98 (reg $129.98)

Zabar's Shopping Cart
$79.98 (reg $99.98)

Send Rosh Hashanah Gifts from Zabar's! Order Now & Schedule On-Time Holiday Delivery

Gifts and Rosh Hashanah dinners are ready for ordering today! You can schedule a holiday ship date for on time delivery!

Shop today and schedule your holiday orders. Rosh Hashanah begins on Sunday, 9/29!

Apples and Honey Crate (Kosher)
Filled with enough sweet treats to celebrate both nights of Rosh Hashanah - $169

Shop for more at our Rosh Hashanah collection!

Recipe & Giveaway: Spicy Molasses Oatmeal Raisin Cookies recipe | Cookbook & Zabar's favorite preserves giveaway

Recipe for Spicy Molasses Oatmeal Raisin Cookies from The Prairie Table by Karlynn Johnston and cookbook & Zabar's favorite preserves giveaway
Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

The perfume of the lovely gingerbread spices in these cookies, and the chill in the air, will convince you that it really is almost time to say goodbye to summer. The book is bursting with homey, fun food, perfect for those last warm-weather outdoor meals. Pack Grandma Ellen’s Cold Picnic Barbecue Fried Chicken, Retro Picnic Macaroni Salad, Minty Feta, Cherry, and Watermelon Salad, and a few dozen of these cookies. This week's giveaway is a copy of The Prairie Table and three of Zabar's favorite preserves—Morello Cherry, Blackberry, and Peach.

Enter to win The Prairie Table and three of Zabar's favorite preserves! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "The Prairie Table" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 9/12/19 and will be contacted by email. For an extra chance to win, refer a friend. (Note: The Prairie Table cookbook and Zabar's favorite preserves can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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Recipe & Giveaway: Ricotta-Stuffed Zucchini recipe | Cookbook & Zabar's Rugelach Box giveaway

Recipe for Ricotta-Stuffed Zucchini from The Italian Table by Elizabeth Minchilli 
Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

My dreams are often filled with tales from my grandparents' childhoods in Italy, my favorite place in the world (except for the Upper West Side of Manhattan and a few beaches here and there). This book is filled with elegant recipes that will amaze your family and friends. Try the sausages with wine and olives or spinach tart tortilla di erbette, a ravioli-like pasta, filled with ricotta and Swiss chard, and a lovely fig cake for dessert. Is your garden starting to overflow with zucchini yet? When it does, here’s a great recipe using the ubiquitous veggie. Our giveaway this week is Zabar’s Rugelach Box!

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Enter to win The Italian Table & Zabar’s Rugelach Box! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "The Italian Table" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 9/5/19 and will be contacted by email. (Note: The Italian Table cookbook and Zabar's Rugelach Box can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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Recipe & Giveaway: Mexican Chocolate Flan recipe | Cookbook & Z Single Cups giveaway

Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

Amaze your guests with this easy and yummy dessert.

This book is bursting with recipes on my to-cook list: Salsa, Guacamole, Enchiladas, Chicken al Carbón, a whole bird roasted over the fire, and some pretty wonderful desserts. The Mexican chocolate flan made me very, very happy. Follow the directions carefully, especially about chilling overnight, and you will have an extraordinary result. Our giveaway this week is a copy of the cookbook and Zabar’s own French Italian gourmet coffee in Z Single Cups, designed for use with Keurig-style brewers.

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Enter to win Tex-Mex & Z Single Cups! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "Tex-Mex" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 8/22/19 and will be contacted by email. For an extra chance to win, refer a friend. (Note: The Tex-Mex cookbook and Zabar's French Italian Z Single Cups coffee can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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Recipe & Giveaway: Tomato Basil Turnovers recipe | Cookbook & Zabar's Babka Duo giveaway

Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

I really love this book. My favorite recipe this week is for the tomato basil turnovers. They are a delicious appetizer you can make, easily and quickly, thanks to frozen puff pastry. We love the Dufour brand here at Zabar’s. Hummingbird Cupcakes are next on my baking list. Then, an adorable Blueberry Shortcake and the Pear and Apple Crisp. Our giveaway this week is a copy of Bake the Seasons and Zabar’s babka duo—one chocolate, one cinnamon.

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Enter to win Bake the Seasons and Zabar’s babka duo! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "Bake the Seasons" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 8/15/19 and will be contacted by email. For an extra chance to win, refer a friend. (Note: The Bake the Seasons cookbook and Zabar's babka duo can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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Recipe & Giveaway: Pistachio Pesto recipe | Cookbook & mini prep Cuisinart giveaway

Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

Sicily, the sun-kissed island that was the home of my family, has a delightful culinary history. This amazing book is overflowing with recipes for you to make, perfect meals for those hot summer evenings. Try the Spinach and Broccoli Caponata with the Lemon Chicken, and then the gelato. But first, whip up this pistachio pesto. I make two batches: one with the garlic clove, and the other without. Either way, it's a winner. This week, we are giving away a copy of the cookbook and Zabar's favorite mini prep Cuisinart!

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Enter to win Cucina Siciliana! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "Cucina Siciliana" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 8/8/19 and will be contacted by email. For an extra chance to win, refer a friend. (Note: The Cucina Siciliana cookbook and the mini Cuisinart can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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Recipe & Giveaway: Charred Greek Salad with Feta and Mint Dressing recipe | Cookbook & Zabar's favorite virgin olive oil giveaway

Cookbook review by Tracey Zabar

This cookbook will expand your salad repertoire with Grilled Peach Salad with Mozzarella, Basil, and Honey, one with orange, fennel, and olives, and lots of other vegetarian goodies.

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Enter to win Family! Just send us an email at social@zabars.com with the subject "Family cookbook" and you'll be entered to win. The winner will be selected randomly on 8/1/19 and will be contacted by email. For an extra chance to win, refer a friend. (Note: The Family cookbook and Zabar's virgin olive oil can be sent to the 50 United States and DC, age 18+ only.)

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