Viva Fiesta Feb '12 Edition

¡VIVA FIESTA! February 2012

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Great Recipes Inside!

• Mini Gelato Sandwiches • Caramel Popcorn Balls • Quinoa Blend with Butternut Squash & Apple

Cover Recipe — Lobster Bisque (Page 5)

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Happy Valentine’s Day Fiesta’s Floral Department Nothing says love on Valentine’s Day like a beautiful bouquet of fresh-cut, long-stemmed roses. Go to Fiesta’s Floral Department to get your custom-arranged vase bouquet and impress her on this special day! And, if you need to pick up a last minute gift, choose from our assortment of charming collectibles.

Fiesta’s Meat Department Ladies, the way to spice up the evening for your guy is with a USDA Prime Steak from Fiesta’s Meat Department.

Choose from a variety of delicious steaks including impressive New York Strip, succulent Ribeye, juicy Porterhouse or any other fine cut and cook up a little romance that he won’t forget.

Fiesta’s Seafood Department Fiesta’s cooked lobsters take the work out of the equation. Just toss a succulent lobster in boiling water for a few minutes and you’re ready for a gourmet feast. Also remember the fresh seafood and shellfish including crawfish and shrimp which are always welcome on special occasions.

Fiesta’s Produce Department Kick off your romantic evening in style! Melt her heart with some long-stemmed, sweet, plump, red strawberries from Fiesta’s Produce Department. These fresh, juicy strawberries are dipped in rich, delectable chocolate and they are a decadent treat for both of you. Pair them with a fine champagne or a smooth red wine and you will have a night you will surely remember.

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Fiesta’s Bakery Fiesta’s delightful Be Mine cakes and delicious Heart-Shaped Cheesecakes are a hit every year. Pick one up for your special Valentine and see their eyes light up with joy. And remember to pick up some delectable Cherry-Cheese Danish pastries for a surprise breakfast in bed for your honey.

Russell Stover Russell Stover Candies is a familiar and beloved name to lovers of chocolate the world over. Your special someone will love a sweet treat of Milk Chocolate Whips, Butter Cream Caramels or a classic assortment of sweet milk chocolate and rich dark chocolate candies packaged in a red heart-shaped box.

Elmer Chocolate Spark a fire with something that melts hearts.

Delight and impress the one you love with a gift from Elmer Chocolate. Their irresistible milk and dark chocolate collection is a surefire way to get the fire going for your best Valentine’s Day yet.

A Toast To Love Toast Life with Korbel Employing méthode champenoise, the time-honored French technique of producing champagne, Korbel has become an internationally known and award-winning champagne label. Korbel Brut is a style lighter and drier than any American champagne on the market, making it the first champagne developed specifically for American tastes.

Featured Winery – Korbel Korbel Sweet Rosé Korbel Extra Dry Korbel Brut Korbel Rosé Korbel Organic Brut

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Dessert Holland Holland Holland

ChocoVine ChocoVine Espresso

ChocoVive Raspberry

Wines Blackstone Red Campo Viejo Rioja Reserva Rodney Strong Merlot Jadot Beaujolais Villages Gnarly Head Zinfandel Coppola Cabernet Sauvignon Mark West Pinot Noir Simply Naked Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Crest Two Vines Merlot Concannon Petite Sirah Big House Red Los Cardos Malbec

California Spain California France California California California California California California California Argentina

Moscato Ménage A Trois Moscato Luna Di Luna Moscato Mionetto Prosecco Cupcake Piemonte Moscato Sutter Home Bubbly Moscato Jocob’s Creek Moscato Llano Moscato

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Fun Snacking Guy Fieri These salsas are ‘money’! The 7 Pepper Salsa is rockin’ big pepper flavor with habanero and has a great balance of tomato, lime, garlic and cilantro. The Salsa Verde Green & Mean has a meaty texture with fire roasted poblano and green peppers and onions and finishes with zesty lime and a pinch of cumin.

Roll ‘em out at your next party! 7 Pepper Salsa & Salsa Verde Green & Mean. (16 oz.) $4.29

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Glutenfreeda Glutenfreeda Foods is a unique wheat/ gluten-free food manufacturer that produces gourmet gluten-free products that taste absolutely authentic. Great food and great taste begins with quality ingredients. That’s why all their products are made from wholesome, “real” ingredients and that’s also why they taste so great. Burritos in Chicken & Cheese (4 oz.) $2.89 and Pizza Wraps in Three Cheese and Pesto Chicken. (4 oz.) $3.39 Tyrrell’s What finer way to celebrate the humble potato than with a glorious English crisp. Tyrrell’s cooks them by hand in small batches and they always leave their jackets on (yep, skins). Dig in and enjoy. Try Crisps in Sea Salt & Cider Vinegar, Worcestershire Sauce & Sundried Tomato or Sweet Chili & Red Pepper. (5.3 oz.) $3.09

Delightful Treats Mini Gelato Sandwiches INGREDIENTS

24 vanilla wafer cookies 1 cup G.S. Gelato, Biscotti 2 cups assorted toppings (chocolate flakes, sprinkles, pecans, etc.)

DIRECTIONS

Put a small scoop of gelato on a vanilla wafer and top with another wafer.

Roll sandwich on its side into topping of choice, allowing the toppings to stick onto the gelato. Place in freezer to firm up before enjoying.

Makes 12 sandwiches.

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G.S. Gelato In order to produce authentic Italian Gelato and Sorbet, you need authentic Italian equipment. So, G.S. Gelato imported the necessary machinery from Italy and installed it in their small facility. That’s why today we can enjoy the most authentic gelato outside of Italy. Sorbet in Amalfi Lemon, Mango and Passion Papaya; Gelato in Triple Chocolate, Biscotti and Tuscan Tiramisu. (16 oz.) $4.19

Caramel Popcorn Balls INGREDIENTS

¼ cup butter 1 cup packed light brown sugar

Fiesta Deli Trays Order a delicious Deli Tray made to order for your convenience to keep all of your guests happy. With many varieties to choose from, our trays are always made fresh with the best quality products. Choose from a Deluxe Meat Tray, a Hearty Cheese Tray or if you want to keep things light, order a Healthy Vegetable Tray. No matter which way you go, your party will score big with one or more of Fiesta’s Deli Trays.

Visit www.fiestamart.com/html/buzz/fiesta-delibrochure.shtml for more details.

½ cup light corn syrup 1 tsp. distilled white vinegar ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk ½ tsp. vanilla extract 5 quarts G.H. Cretors Caramel Popcorn DIRECTIONS

In a medium saucepan with a candy thermometer inserted, combine butter, sugar, corn syrup and vinegar. Stir well and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in condensed milk; simmer, stirring constantly, until thermometer reads 238°F. Stir in vanilla. Pour caramel over popcorn and stir to coat.

Butter hands lightly and shape popcorn into balls about 3 inches in diameter. Makes 10 – 3 inch balls.

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G.H. Cretors Why complicate things when an all natural product tastes so good? G.H. Cretors doesn’t need to add any artificial colors or flavors to their popcorn to make it taste good. It does that all on its own. Chicago Mix, Cheese Corn and Caramel Corn. $2.49

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Taste the Rich Flavors Try Something Unique

Alessi During the cold winter months, nothing is as satisfying as a bowl of soup to warm you up. Alessi Soups are inspired by several different regions of Italy capturing the best of traditional Italian cuisine. Make some for your family. Sicilian Lentil, Tuscan White Bean, Sicilian Split Pea and Chicken Flavored Noodle Soup. (6 oz.) $2.29

Quinoa Blend with Butternut Squash & Apple INGREDIENTS

1 Tbsp. butter

1 cup apple juice

1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed

¾ cup water

½ cup red onion, chopped 1 package Near East Rosemary & Olive Oil Quinoa Blend

¼ tsp. dried thyme

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½ cup apple, cubed

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DIRECTIONS

Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add squash and onion.

Cook, stirring frequently for 5 minutes. Add quinoa, apple juice, water and thyme and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; add contents of Spice Sack and stir well. Boil gently for 12 minutes; stir in apple. Boil 2 – 5 additional minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove ITE from heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Serves 3.

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Near East Near East’s Quinoa Blends have a blend of quinoa and brown rice and are a great way to bring worldly excitement to your table. They are nutritious and the perfect complement to your favorite meals. Quinoa Blends in Rosemary & Olive Oil and Roasted Red Pepper & Basil. $2.69 ea.

Lobster Bisque INGREDIENTS

3 Tbsp. butter

1 tsp. fresh lemon juice

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 cup chicken broth

1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

2 cups heavy cream

½ tsp. salt

1 ¼ cups chopped fresh or frozen (thawed) lobster

½ tsp. pepper ½ tsp. paprika ½ tsp. cayenne pepper

¼ cup cooked lobster for garnish Fresh parsley for garnish

DIRECTIONS

Melt butter in a pan over low heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice and chicken broth. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is bubbly. Stir in heavy cream. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Stir in lobster and heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lobster is white. Garnish plated bisque with pieces of cooked lobster and fresh parsley. Serves 4.

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Harriet’s Original All of Harriet’s Original Salad Dressings are made with the finest, all-natural and freshest ingredients. Naturally low in fat and low in carbs, you can feel good about serving them to your family. Ranch, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Caesar, Low Fat Italian and Honey Mustard. (12 oz.) $3.89

Colavita Enrico Colavita’s family has cultivated and pressed the finest 100% Italian extra virgin olive oil for four generations. Enrico’s passion for his craft led him to search for more great olive oil traditions throughout the world. His journey uncovered the Colavita World Selection collection of fine extra virgin olive oils. Mediterranean (25.3 oz.) $10.29 and Greek (25.3 oz.) $10.69 Mezzetta Napa Valley Bistro Sauces always start with the purest and freshest ingredients available. When you start with the best ingredients, naturally, you end up with the best sauce. And, their Kalamata Olives are celebrated among olives for their distinctive almond shape, meaty texture and dark aubergine color.

Pasta Sauce: Homemade Style Marinara, Porcini Mushroom and more.

(25 oz.) $3.99 Olives: Stuffed Jalapeño, Applewood Smoked, Pitted Kalamata and more. (7.5 oz.) $3.69 Lundberg Just Heat & Eat! Lundberg’s Organic Brown Rice Bowls cook perfect every time and they can be used as a side dish or used in your favorite rice recipes.

They’re quick and convenient and you can prepare them for your family for their daily whole grain serving. Countrywild, Long Grain Brown and Short Grain Brown Rice. (7.4 oz.) $2.19 Nongshim Nongshim Bowl Noodle Soups are ready in just three minutes. Delicious ramyun will keep your kids going as an after school snack or as a quick meal on the go. Hot & Spicy, Shin Bowl, Kimchi Bowl and more. Try NEW Savory Chicken and Savory Shrimp. (3.3 oz.) 79¢

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The Rodeo Rides Into Town!

Fiesta proudly supports the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo and it’s commitment to the youth in our communities and throughout Texas thru scholarships and various educational opportunities. Come celebrate with special savings in store on all your favorite rodeo essentials: Fiesta’s Famous Meat Month continues through February 22 featuring the finest cuts of meats at rock-bottom prices. These specials include Family Packs of Sirloin Tip Steaks, New York Strip Steaks, Pork Spare Ribs, Pork Sirloin Chops, Whole Fryers and more.

Visit the Fiesta Butcher’s Shop and rope some Brisket, Ribs, Ribeye Steaks or special cuts of Beef, ground or cubed, just the way you want for your chili. And don’t forget your favorite link or rope Sausage for the grill, especially those made right here in the Texas hill country.

Whether you choose to brine, marinate or slather on the sauce – Fiesta has a great variety of flavors in store for you. Spicy Marinades and BBQ Sauces from sweet to spicy hot will make your barbeque buck, your fingers sticky and your mouth water.

Fiesta, the first supermarket in the United States to offer Refrigerated Refried Mayacoba and Pinto Beans, brings you recipes originated in 1993 by the Gonzalez family of Cabo San Lucas. These refried beans are easy to serve and taste like homemade, using only the best Mayacoba and Pinto beans grown in Mexico. Enjoy these “frijolitos” just like grandmother always used to make. (17.6 oz.)

Fiesta brings you the unique taste of Marinated Meats with fajitas, ribs and chicken seasoned with Valentina Hot Sauce. These favorite flavors of Latin America are made with Fiesta’s own special seasonings, plus they are low salt and have no msg. So stop in today and pick up your rodeo flavor.

It’s Rodeo Time at Fiesta …

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Come in and purchase your HLS&R Carnival Tickets at ½ Price – Only at Fiesta!

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Register To Win Tickets to the HLS&R. Hurry, drawing held February 25.

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Scan our QR’s to quickly go to that Page

Celebrate Go Rodeo Day, Friday, February 24, with specials in store.

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See Pepe and Fiesta at the Rodeo Parade, downtown Houston, Saturday, February 25.

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As a Proud Sponsor, Fiesta invites you to celebrate Tejano Day at the HLS&R and experience the Mariachi

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A Light Snack

Nawgan Nawgan is the first scientifically formulated brain health beverage.

This refreshing drink was carefully crafted by a professor of neuropsychology to enhance concentration and focus. Nawgan contains natural ingredients, tastes great and is low in calories so it can be consumed any time you want to sharpen your mind. Red Berry, Tarocco Orange and Caffeine Free Berry. (11.5 oz.) $1.99

Greek Tuna Spread INGREDIENTS

7 oz. Henry & Lisa’s Solid White Albacore Tuna ½ cup celery, finely chopped 3 Tbsp. pimiento-stuffed olives, chopped 1 tsp. mustard

Make the Change

¼ tsp. dry dill ¼ tsp. leaf thyme ½ cup mayonnaise

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1 cup greek yougurt Toasted bread

DIRECTIONS

In a small bowl combine tuna, celery, olives, mustard, dill and thyme and mix well. Add the mayonnaise and yogurt into tuna mixture and mix together. Cover and chill at least 1 hour before serving. Serve on ITE toasted bread. Serves 4.

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Henry & Lisa’s Natural Seafood This tuna and salmon is sourced exclusively from fisheries that are the most sustainable on earth. Their fisher friends in the Pacific Northwest catch them in small family boats on hook and line. They deep chill the tuna on-board within minutes, preserving the meat’s peak freshness. Solid White Albacore Tuna in Regular or No Salt Added and Wild Alaskan Pink Salmon. (5 oz.) Look for special pricing.

Earth Balance MindfulMayo is a joyous blend of rich-tangycreamy-light-smoothness that will make your sandwiches twist and shout and your salads sing your praises. By the dollop or the schmear, it adds that perfect touch of perfect. Original and Made with Olive Oil. (16 oz.) $3.69

Blue Diamond More than great taste! Almond Breeze provides a touch of the almond’s natural sweetness. Made from real almonds and coconut, it has 50% more calcium than milk and it is lactose, soy and gluten free. Almondmilk and Coconutmilk Blend in Original, Original Unsweetened, Vanilla and Vanilla Unsweetened. (32 oz.) $2.49

Triple Leaf Tea Triple Leaf Teas combine ancient Chinese herbal formulas with the input of modern day Chinese herbalists trained in traditional herbal healing. The result is the creation of these delicious healing teas to meet our modern day needs. Ancient Chinese Medicinal Teas in Green, White, Dieter’s Green, Ginger and more. (20 ct.) Look for special pricing.

Linwoods The Linwoods range of delicious, nutritious “Super Foods” is the perfect solution for those who want to ensure that their diet contains the essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals that can add such quality to life and living. Flaxseed (15 oz.) $7.59; Hemp; Flaxseed, Almonds, Brazil Nuts, Walnuts & Q10; Flaxseed, Sunflower & Pumpkin Seeds and more. $12.29

Eternal Water High alkalinity and the presence of well balanced electrolytes such as magnesium, calcium, potassium and sodium create a very soft, smooth tasting water. Eternal Water naturally collects its essential composition of minerals through layers of volcanic rock and sandstone ending at a vast, pristine aquifer. Refresh your body with natural goodness.

NEW (1.5 L) $1.09 also available in (20.2 oz.) and (33.8 oz.)

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Fiesta Culinary School Explore the Art of Cooking

Join renowned cooking instructors as they teach you how to prepare exquisite specialties.

They’ll also share their secrets for quick and easy preparation and flawless presentation.

From down home cookin’ to upscale gourmet, you’ll find a culinary adventure for every lifestyle.

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February 9 – Love is in the air at the Fiesta Culinary School with Chef and Cookbook Author Terry Conlan. Experience a Heart Healthy Valentine Dinner featuring red wine and chocolate including Salmon and Asparagus Involintini, Spinach, Goat Cheese and Walnut Salad with Warm Pancetta/Red Wine Vinaigrette, Herbed Pork Loin Roast for Two with Red Wine/Expresso Sauce and Warm Dark Chocolate Cappucino Pudding Cake with Blue Berries. Sign up now for this sweetheart of a class.

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February 23 – Let Elizabeth Escobedo, a culinary educator specializing in fine, international cuisine, take you on a culinary journey with delicious dishes celebrating the Lenten season. See how to prepare and serve Seared Snapper in a Toasted Garlic Mojo, Cilantro–Lime Rice, Roasted Cactus Salad and Capirotado, a Mexican Bread Pudding. Reserve your seat today for an evening of fun cooking.

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Next Month at the Fiesta Culinary School we will focus on National Nutrition Month with classes featuring healthy cooking alternatives for the foods you love. It is also Fiesta Seafood Month where you can learn to prepare various filets and shellfish and celebrate Easter with some new ways to prepare your family feast. Join us and see what’s (an who’s) cooking at the Fiesta Culinary School.

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