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Charcuterie

The Ultimate Cheese Pairing Guide

Cheese is one of the most versatile and universally loved foods. Whether it’s the centerpiece of a snack ...
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Kid-Friendly Snacks Made Easy

Shopping for snacks your kids love and you feel good about can be a challenge. Parents want options ...
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A Guide to Allergy-Friendly Foods

Food allergies and dietary restrictions are increasingly common, making thoughtful grocery shopping essential for many families. Whether you’re ...
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5 Quick Breakfast Ideas with Organic Eggs

Starting your day with a satisfying and healthy breakfast sets the tone for a productive morning. Organic eggs, ...
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Holiday Meal Planning Made Easy with Farmer Joe’s

The holiday season brings excitement, togetherness, and, often, the challenge of planning a memorable holiday meal. With the ...
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5 Tips for Meal Prepping with Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market

Meal prepping has become a popular strategy for people who want to save time, eat healthier, and reduce ...
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Wine Department 101: Beyond Red and White

When it comes to wine, many people are familiar with the two most common types: red and white. ...
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Farmer Joe’s: 2024 Best Meat Market/Seafood Shop Award

Everyone likes to know they’re doing a good job. So, we were thrilled to find out that our ...
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Wine Department 101: Red Wine and Their Perfect Pairings

Red wines are known for their bold flavors and rich color. They offer a diverse range of styles ...
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Fresh Florida Peanuts from Farmer Joe’s

Did you know that Florida produces peanuts? Lots of them actually. About 10-12% of all peanuts grown in ...
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Wine Department 101: White Wine and Their Perfect Pairings

White wine offers a wide range of flavors and styles, making it a popular choice for both casual ...
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What Makes It Organic Food?

Organic food is becoming more popular as people look for healthier and more sustainable options. But what does ...
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Produce Department Ideas: Avocados

When you step into Farmer Joe’s produce department, it can be a little overwhelming. There are so many ...
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Meat Department Basics: A Guide to Beef Cuts

We often get questions in our meat department about the different cuts. Understanding the many different cuts of ...
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Our 2nd Annual 4th of July Customer Appreciation Event

The 4th of July is only a couple of weeks away, so this is a great time to ...
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Meat Department Basics: Understanding Beef Grades

When shopping in the Farmer Joe’s meat department, you might notice labels like "Prime," "Choice," or "Select" on ...
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Grouper is a Fresh Seafood Favorite

Florida is known for a lot of things. One of our favorites is fresh seafood. Our local suppliers ...
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Blueberries Are In Season at Our Fresh Market

Florida blueberries are back in season and the Farmer Joe’s produce department has plenty. Your Cape Coral fresh ...
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Farm-Fresh Produce: Cantaloupe Recipes

Florida cantaloupe is finally in season and we have it. In a department full of farm-fresh produce, the ...
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Locally Sourced Produce Is Community Goodness

Fresh pumpkins and squash in the Fall, sweet strawberries in Spring! Southwest Florida is a great place to ...
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Fresh Market Spring Break

The weather is warming up, the flowers are blooming, the kids are out of school and they are ...
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Why Fresh Seafood is the Best Choice

Fresh seafood or frozen? While frozen seafood offers convenience and extended shelf life, fresh seafood is often lauded ...
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Farm-Fresh Produce: Time for Strawberry Treats

Florida agriculture is producing farm-fresh produce year-round. February is one of our favorites because that means the return ...
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Celebrate Love with Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market

Can you believe that Valentine’s Day is only 2 weeks away? Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market has a lot ...
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Start the Year with Locally Sourced Shrimp

Living in Southwest Florida has a lot of advantages. One big plus is our year-round access to fresh ...
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Irresistible Appetizers and Snack Trays For Your New Year’s Eve

As the countdown to the New Year begins, it's time to plan a celebration that will leave a ...
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Christmas Dinner Made Easy with Farmer Joe’s Catering

Do you have Christmas dinner planned with friends or family? Or you may find yourself responsible for a ...
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Indulge in Fresh Delights at Farmer Joe’s Homemade Bakery

Satisfy your sweet cravings with the tasty offerings from Farmer Joe’s homemade bakery. Every treat is like a ...
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Braveheart Beef

Braveheart Beef: Elevating the Culinary Experience with Premium Quality

When discussing premium beef, Braveheart Beef stands out. This distinguished brand is synonymous with superior quality and an ...
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Fall Recipes From Your Farmer’s Market

The temperature may not scream fall in Southwest Florida, but the fresh produce harvest does. As we enter ...
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Ethical Dairy Farming: A Better Way for Consumers

Consumers are increasingly seeking transparency in the origins of their dairy items. They’ve become more educated and more ...
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Fall Harvest Recipes from Your Farmer’s Market

Even if the thermometer seems to disagree, fall is officially here. For Florida agriculture, that means our squash ...
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Beat the Heat With Locally Sourced Produce

While our friends in the north are starting to see temperatures come down, our Southwest Florida weather is ...
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Locally Sourced Produce Is a Winning Choice

Let's talk about something that's not just delicious but also helps your community – buying locally sourced produce. ...
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Back-to-School Grocery Shopping

It’s that time of year again, and school is back in session! It’s the season of waking up ...
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Wine Tasting with Grocery Shopping

Did you know that once a month Farmer Joe’s hosts a monthly Wine Tasting? It’s true! We love ...
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How Can a Grocery Store Help With Event Planning?

Did you know that we have event planning services at Farmer Joe’s? That’s right, a grocery store will ...
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Health and Beauty Done Better

Farmer Joe’s is excited to announce that we finally carry makeup and nail polish in our Health and ...
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Prepare for the 4th of July with Farmer Joe’s

It’s hard to believe that the 4th of July is right around the corner. At Farmer Joe’s, we ...
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Fresh Produce: Summertime Vegetables

We’ve already talked all about the best fruits for the summertime but fruit isn’t the only fresh produce ...
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Fresh Produce: Summertime Fruits at Farmer Joe’s

It’s summertime and nothing screams summer quite like fresh, delicious, vibrant fruits! If you’re a Farmer Joe’s regular, ...
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Fresh Produce: Florida Sweet Corn

It’s that time of year and Florida Sweet Corn is officially in season! Nothing says summer quite like ...
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Fresh Seafood at Farmer Joe’s

Are you looking for the best of the best when it comes to fresh seafood? Then look no ...
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The Benefits of Eating Locally Grown Food

Spring Vegetables at Farmer Joe’s

There’s nothing quite like eating vegetables in the season when they grow the best. Spring vegetables are especially ...
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Springtime Fresh Fruits at Farmer Joe’s

Springtime is upon us and at Farmer Joe’s, we’ve got the most delicious fresh fruits in town. The ...
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Farmer Joe’s Grand Opening Was a Day to Remember

The Loyalty Program at Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market

Is Farmer Joe’s your favorite family-owned grocery store in Southwest Florida? If so, being a member of our ...
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The Cafe at Your Local Grocery Store

Farmer Joe’s is taking the idea of a local grocery store to new heights. We are redefining the ...
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Valentine’s Day at Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market

There is nothing better than a holiday all about love. It’s hard to believe that January is almost ...
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New Year, New Habits, Same Grocery Store

It’s a new year, and many people are ready to form some new habits, especially when it comes ...
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Organic Food Choices for New Year’s Eve

It’s time to ring in the New Year! We can hardly believe that 2023 is just around the ...
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Holiday Food: 4 Side Dish Ideas to Bring to the Party

‘Tis the season for holiday parties and potlucks. The holidays are in full swing and so are all ...
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Holiday Food: 5 Sweet Treats

At Farmer Joe’s, we are big fans of two things: the holiday season and holiday food. It’s just ...
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Halloween Fun, Farmer Joe’s Style

Our community went through a life-changing event with Hurricane Ian. Many of our family of Farmer Joe’s customers ...
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Fall Food with Farmer Joe’s: Pumpkin Beer Pretzels with Cheese Dip

There’s nothing more delicious than fall food. At Farmer Joe’s, we’re all about embracing all things fall, even ...
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Helping Our Community with Food and Water

Hurricane Ian brought a level of damage and destruction that hadn’t been seen in Southwest Florida for decades. ...
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Specialty Foods at Farmer Joe’s

Farmer Joe’s offers all kinds of high-quality, delicious specialty foods. We pride ourselves on offering farm fresh for ...
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Italian Food at Famer Joe’s

At Farmer Joe’s, we do not mess around when it comes to Italian food. We know that people ...
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Back to School With Your Local Grocery Store

Back-to-school season is underway. Farmer Joe’s is the local grocery store with everything you need for breakfasts, lunches, ...
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Latino Food at Farmer Joe’s

At Farmer Joe’s, we pride ourselves on carrying diverse options from different cultures. We have a wide selection ...
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What’s On Our Weekly Sale at Farmer Joe’s?

If you’re looking for a great deal on some of your favorite products from Farmer Joe’s, look no ...
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Farmers’ Market Coloring Book Contest

At Farmer Joe’s, we love having the opportunity to host different events for our community. We especially enjoy ...
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Speciality Food for Your Summertime Cookouts

Summertime is in full swing and Farmer Joe’s has the specialty food you need to make your next ...
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The Homemade Bakery at Farmer Joe’s

There’s nothing sweeter than a warm, fresh treat from the homemade bakery at Farmer Joe’s. We offer baked ...
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Summertime Produce at Farmer Joe’s

Summertime is upon us, and Farmer Joe’s has the best of the best when it comes to produce. ...
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What is Farm Fresh Food?

At Farmer Joe’s, we like to say that we provide farm fresh food for less. We pride ourselves ...
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Food on the Go at Farmer Joe’s

At Farmer Joe’s, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, fresh food for everyone. We like to say that ...
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Grocery Store Floral Care Basics

Spring has officially sprung in Southwest Florida, and buying flowers is now a part of your trip to ...
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Cooking Italian Food in Cape Coral the Farmer Joe’s Way

Take a moment and think of your favorite comfort food… Is it Italian food? Does it have cheese? ...
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What Does Ethical Dairy Mean?

More and more, consumers see phrases like cage-free eggs, organic vegetables or ethical dairy. We know it sounds ...
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Farmer Joe’s Grand Opening Was a Day to Remember

The grand opening of Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market in Cape Coral was scheduled for 8:00 am on Tuesday, ...
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Get to Know the Farmers at Farmer Joe's Fresh Market

Get to Know the Farmers at Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market, Part 2

In our latest series, “Get to Know the Farmers at Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market,” we’re excited to introduce ...
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Get to Know the Farmer’s at Farmer Joe’s Fresh Market, Part 1

How many times have you shopped in a produce section of a large chain grocery store, picked up ...
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Farm Fresh for Less! Check Out Cape Coral’s New Kind of Grocery Store

If you’re driving down Pine Island Road in Cape Coral, and come across a big red barn, stop ...
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Wagyu Beef: The Meat You’ll Want on Your Plate Tonight

Flavor, texture, and quality are key when it comes to premium beef. That’s what you’ll get with wagyu ...
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The Benefits of Eating Locally Grown Food

The Benefits of Eating Locally Grown Food

There is a plethora of health and overall benefits to eating locally grown food. Eating natively sourced food ...
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