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As you might expect, canning fruits and vegetables is pretty trendy during the Covid-19 pandemic. It can seem intimidating at first, but it’s a way to save money by giving fruits and vegetables a longer shelf life. We’ve got a few tips to help you enjoy your fresh produce year round. What you’ll need: Mason […]
Grocery shopping is easy, and most of us have been doing it for a while. However, grocery shopping looks a bit different during a global pandemic. Health officials have advised that we minimize our grocery shopping trips, which means stocking up on groceries for two to three weeks at a time. Plan ahead, but don’t […]
It’s hard to believe, but summer is right around the corner, so it’s a great time of year to spend as much time as possible outside in the sun! Cooking on a grill directly heats the bottom of the food (the opposite of broiling), so there is a large variety of different foods that make […]
Whether you’re stuck at home or on-the-go, snacks that are nutritious and delicious are a great way to help tie you over until your next meal! Our Meal Ideas site is a great place to start to get some new snack ideas. Here are a few snack recipes that have been tested by our team […]
Baking is a great way to keep busy when the days may feel long and you’re running out of things to do. Treating yourself to something fresh out of the oven will always do the trick! But what if you’re missing a few things? Don’t worry! We’ve got plenty of substitutions options to help when […]
As food banks report unprecedented demand across the United States with school closures and millions of Americans losing jobs, we’re working with Kemps to provide shelf-stable milk to area food banks. Festival Foods has partnered with Kemps to provide Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin with 36,000 Giving Cow packs for the local community. The single-serve, 8-ounce […]
Life in the time of a global pandemic is full of uncertainty and fear. While it’s important to pay attention to developments about the COVID-19 outbreak, it’s also important to take a few minutes to see some of the incredible ways people are helping others. At Festival Foods, our associates are seeing firsthand some amazing […]
Skogen’s Festival Foods is donating $200,000 to be divided among United Way organizations in the Wisconsin communities it serves. “These are unprecedented times, so we don’t know where the greatest needs will be as we navigate the impacts of Covid-19,” said Mark Skogen, president and CEO of Festival Foods. “The United Way has been a […]
Your freezer is nice and full and now it’s time to cook! But what are you supposed to do with that frozen chunk of meat? Spoiler alert: thawing it on the counter is not the right answer! Option 1: Thaw Overnight The best way to thaw meat is to plan ahead. Place your meat on […]
We all know how to grocery shop, but grocery shopping looks a bit different right now. You may be thinking: Are there items I should be stocking up on? How do I make nourishing meals out of the food that I’m buying? Here is a list of wholesome, less perishable foods to pick up. Items […]
As Wisconsin’s grocer, it is our privilege to serve you. Our associates and guests are our family, and in times of uncertainly like we are experiencing, families rally together. I am so thankful for our dedicated associates and vendors that have been working to keep our stores clean, well-stocked, and ready to serve you. Your […]
You went out and stocked up on freezer goods, pantry staples and longer-lasting perishables – now what? Our Meal Ideas site is the perfect place to look for inspiration. Explore recipes and filter based on diet, cooking method, course and more. All of our recipes have been tested by our team of Mealtime Mentors, so […]
We’ve all been there – maybe you overcommitted at the store, or maybe your meal plan for the week didn’t go the way you expected. Either way, you’ve ended up with extra fresh produce that’s about to go bad. Luckily, there are many ways to use these fruits and veggies without having to waste them, […]
Stuck inside with hungry little ones? Looking for a fun activity to get them involved in the kitchen? Look no further than our Meal Ideas site! Explore recipes and filter based on diet, cooking method, course and more. All of our recipes have been tested by our team of Mealtime Mentors, so rest assured they’re […]
Each year, nonprofit organizations can apply on our website to hold a 15-day fundraising icon sale. After all submissions are in, associates at each Festival Foods location vote on the nonprofit they want to support.
Local. It’s a word that gets tossed around quite a bit these days. So… what do we think it is? Over the 70 years our company has been in business in Wisconsin, we have always believed “local” meant making an effort to work with nearby companies and producers. It also has meant developing long-lasting relationships with farmers […]
Local. It’s a word that gets tossed around quite a bit these days. So … what do we think it is? Over the 70 years our company has been in business in Wisconsin, we have always believed “local” meant making an effort to work with nearby companies and producers. It also has meant developing long-lasting relationships with […]
Our Mealtime Mentors have a few suggestions to get the biggest bang out of your pantry buck. Plain Greek Yogurt: Try layering the yogurt, sweetener of choice (honey, fresh or frozen fruit, or no added sugar jelly), and granola or oats to make your own yogurt parfait. Perfect to use in recipes as a substitute for sour […]
Festival Foods has been thrilled to celebrate some of the women who make our company, and our associates, better every day. Six Festival Foods associates have been listed among the Top Women in Grocery by Progressive Grocer since 2016.
Have you heard of the Burgundy Pepper Spoon Roast from Festival Foods, but don’t know what it is? We’re here to tell you! The term “Spoon Roast” comes from the popular phrase “so tender you can cut it with a spoon.” The bottom sirloin bit we use for our Spoon Roasts used to be part […]
Our company’s CEO, Mark Skogen, is the recipient of this year’s Robert B. Wegman Award For Entrepreneurial Excellence, presented by FMI (the Food Industry Association). The award honors innovation, entrepreneurial spirit and imagination in the food industry. A third-generation grocer, Skogen began working in the family business at a young age and transitioned to full-time […]