Item of the Day: Seasoned Rice Vinegar

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Seasoned Rice Vinegar

Brewed in the traditional method, Nouka Genuine Brewed Seasoned Rice Vinegar from Hotaru Foods is a fundamental ingredient of Japanese Cuisine. Ideal for seasoning rice or for dressings, marinades, dipping sauces or any application that requires some acidity and seasoning.

Item 97304 – 1 Gallon

Item 90153 – 4/1 Gallon

Item of the Day: Clovis Champagne Vinegar

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Clovis Champagne Vinegar

Reims is home to one of France’s grandest cathedrals and also the capital of the beautiful region of Champagne. It’s no surprise then that it’s also the site of France’s premier vinegar manufacturers. This vinegar boasts a crisp body with an aromatic bouquet. 

Item 97315 – 5 liter

Item 98906 – 2/5 liter case

Item 97313 – 1 Liter

Item of the Day: O-Med Cabernet Sauvignon Vinegar

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O-Med Cabernet Sauvignon Vinegar

Origin of grapes: Lrida, Catalonia, Spain


Ellaboration: Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, method Schtzenbach. The slow production, Schuetzenbach Method, preserves the color, clarity, flavors and aroma of this Spanish cabernet.


Tasting Notes: O-Med’s cabernet sauvignon vinegar has an intense deep purple color. The acidity is smooth with a well-rounded fruity flavor and hints of fine oak.

Recommendations: Use this vinegar on meat carpaccio or reductions. It is also great for pickling and on vegetables and salads. Surprisingly versatile with Asian Food and WOK preparations.

Item 97359 – 2 liter

Item 97382 – 6/2 liter case

Item of the Day: Sequatchie Dancing Fern Cheese

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Sequatchie Dancing Fern Cheese

Named for the native ferns that sway and nod at the breezy mouth of a cave in Coppinger Cove where the creamery is located, Dancing Fern is inspired by the famous raw milk Reblochon cheese of the Savoie in France. 


Tasting notes: A soft and supple texture and barn-yardy aroma, along with notes of cultured butter, shiitake mushroom, and walnuts make it a stand out on the cheese plate.

Pairs nicely with: Pinot Noir, Chignin Blanc, Trappist ales, French farmhouse ciders, marmalades and preserves (in particular grapefruit), dark chocolate, and fresh in-season peaches. Works wonderfully in a classic Tartiflette recipe.

Item 91164 – 1 lb. wheel

Item of the Day: Mozzarella Bocconcini (Bite Size Mozzarella Balls)

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Bocconcini Mozzarella

Made from fresh, local milk gathered only a few hours after milking, BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella begins with quality ingredients and care. The result is a delicate, clean-flavored Fresh Mozzarella with a soft, porcelain white appearance – the finest available on the market today.

A bite sized version of fresh mozzarella, 1.5 oz each = 30 per tub.

Item 91071 – 3 lb. tub

Item 91854 – 3/3 lb. case

Item of the Day: Kenny’s Norwood Cheese

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Kenny’s Norwood Cheese

Kenny’s version of Gruyere. It has a nutty, slightly sweet taste with complex musty and mushroom notes. Wonderful to eat on its own, and is delicious when used in fondue.

Kenny’s Farmhouse cheeses are made by hand from raw cows milk – using purebred cows raised with no artificial hormones in Austin, Kentucky.

Item 91864 – 14 lb. wheel

Item 91062 – 1 lb. piece

Item of the Day: Humboldt Fog Cheese

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Humboldt Fog Cheese

Soft-Ripened Goat Milk Cheese from Humboldt County, California

Conceived in a dream (yes, really!) by founder Mary Keehn, this masterpiece paved the way for soft-ripened goat cheese in America. Each handcrafted wheel features a distinctive ribbon of edible vegetable ash. You’ll enjoy buttermilk and fresh cream, complemented with floral notes, herbaceous overtones, and a clean citrus finish. As Humboldt Fog matures, the creamline develops and the flavor intensifies.

Item 94037 – 4/1 lb. wheel

Item 91049 – 1 lb. wheel

Item of the Day: Mont St. Francis Goat Cheese from Capriole Farm

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Mont St. Francis Goat Cheese

Mont St. Francis was named for a nearby Franciscan retreat and was first made in 1994 when there were few American washed-rind cheeses. Cheeses like the rustic, stinky Mont originated in monasteries across Europe and were traditionally washed in brine or beer. Capriole finishes theirs in Monnik Beer Company’s His Dark Materials stout to enrich its funky, pungent flavor with a sweet, smoky finish. They are “texture-proud” at Capriole, and the semi-firm, extra fine texture of this cheese is perfectly matched to its hearty flavor and beefy nose.

Item 91113 – 1 lb. wheel

Item of the Day: Paddlefish Caviar

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Paddlefish Caviar

The American Paddlefish, lives in the slow-flowing waters of the Mississippi River, Missouri River, Yellowstone River, Ohio River and Oklahoma River systems and was historically found in the Great Lakes. The American Paddlefish is one of the largest freshwater fish in North America. 

Raised in Kentucky and hand packed for freshness, Kentucky Spoonfish Caviar is uncommonly mild and flavorful with rich luscious bright berries. A favorite with some of America’s best chefs. 

Item 48711 – 2 oz. each