Norman Brothers Produce

Mother's Day

2009-05-08T07:28:00.000-07:00

We've got a fresh approach to Mother's Day. You could make a reservation, or your could make brunch. Our delicious quiches are on sale. Add our perfectly smoked maple glazed salmon, freshly baked Danish and bagels, a bottle of Canela Blood Orange Mimosa and you have the perfect celebration. Invite a few friends in and rediscover the fun of entertaining at home.

We'll be sampling Canela Bellini Cocktail and Blood Orange Mimosa this weekend, along with our warm Exotic Brie appetizer. This ready-to-heat creamy brie is topped with tropical fruit and nuts and drizzled with Earth & Vine Pomegranate Pear & Port Wine Sauce.

Come see us and we'll help you put together a great meal for mom.

Happy Mother's Day!

South Beach Food and Wine Festival

2009-02-24T13:16:00.000-08:00

Wow! What a way to show off South Florida. We looked like the jewel we are on The Today Show Friday morning. Under the tents, you tasted fabulous food and wine and had only to turn your head to see fantastic white beach and the most gorgeous blue ocean.

Four of us were lucky to attend on Friday (open only to the trade) as guests of our wine purveyor. You'll be seeing some of the wines we tasted soon on our shelves. By the way, my partner (and sister), Jonnie, is the wine buyer. If you need advice or want to try to get your hands on something you've tasted elsewhere, she can help.

Our chef, Jay, volunteered for the entire event. He ran Stage A and worked with Emeril, Paula Deen, Rachel Ray, Bobby Flay, Tyler Florence, Guy Fieri, Martha Stewart and more. I can't remember them all. Great experience and great fun for a young chef!

Hey Tom -- I was born and raised here, as was my mother. And, I was fortunate to live in the Redland/Redlands for a few years. I knew whichever way I went with that one, someone would call me on it.

suann

The Cult of the Big Green Egg

2009-02-03T13:41:00.000-08:00

I wonder how many people out there are members? Grilling year round is one of the great things about living in South Florida. The Big Green Egg (BGE) is the best grill and smoker around. It's an odd looking grill, but cooks up fantastic food. Check out our display on the front porch, or stop by next Saturday when we'll be cooking up something delicious.

More about the BGE and some recipes later.

Got to run. Tomorrow's my day off and I've got to shop. One of the best perks of working at Norman Brothers is that you get to check out what's freshest and best and shop every day. We're still harvesting in The Redland, so check out the previous posts and you'll know what I'm taking home.

Suann

Eat Locally

2009-01-30T04:25:00.000-08:00

I came upon an interesting item the other day. According to MN2020.org (a Minnesota think tank), when you spend $1.00 at a national chain an average of $0.43 stays in the community. Spend that dollar at a local independent, and $0.68 stays in the community.

This time of year our farms are producing snap beans, yellow squash and zucchini, pole beans, eggplant, wax beans, strawberries, and the list goes on. You can serve your family healthy nutritious fruits and veggies that are grown practically in our backyard.

Think globally, eat locally. It's good for the earth, it's good for the local economy and it's good for you.

Suann

Wine Tasting This Weekend

2009-01-27T15:09:00.000-08:00

Stop by this Saturday, noon to 3:00pm, to try some of our new whites from Chile, and a delightful Pinot Noir from the Carmel Road label. Plus, we'll have a fun wine, the Albarino variety from Spain, grown and bottled at Palo & Lola.

The Farmer's Market

2009-01-23T12:32:00.000-08:00

We urge our clients to "Think Globally, Eat Locally." Here's today's tip.

This morning our trucks were in The Redland early. Today's harvest includes sweet Strawberries and buttery Ermosa Lettuce (you may know it as Boston) from the Amish farm. Vine ripened tomatoes came from Kern Carpenter Farms.

I hope you've tried our Spring Onions in previous years. They're only available for a couple of months - a beautiful big, white, sweet onion with the top still on. They're from Pine Island Farms.

And how about Corn? It's at it's peak right now from Alger Farms in The Redland. It's so sweet you don't even need butter. However, you've got to try it our way. Parboil it, throw it on the grill for a few minutes and slather on some of Chef Jay's Chipotle Butter. You can skip the grilling step, but it certainly makes it special.

It's harvest time in The Redland. Won't you share it with us?

Valentines Day Dinner

2009-01-19T10:23:00.000-08:00

A crowded restaurant, a long wait and surly waiters. Restaurant dining on Valentine's Day is NOT romantic.

If you really want to show your affection, why not whip up a fresh, home-cooked meal for your Valentine?
At Norman Brothers, you can have a romantic home cooked meal without getting your hands dirty! We'll do all the work, and you get all the praise. Choose stone crabs, salmon or stuffed lobster for example. Add your favorite vegetable, potato and pasta side dishes and just heat it up at home. serve in your own cookware and they'll think you cooked all afternoon.

Or, pick out homemade sides and fresh salads, choose some prime steaks and you're on your way. Just grill up the steaks and impress your dinner date.

Don't forget a bottle of wine from our huge wine department. And a dozen chocolate-covered strawberries for dessert.

Ready for the Big Game?

2009-01-12T10:05:00.000-08:00

If you're hosting a game day get-together, Norman Brothers has all your party fuel... shrimp platters, chicken wing platters, deli platters, meat and cheese platters, mixed vegetables and more. Want sandwiches? BBQ? Chips and dip? Side salads? The highest quality, the freshest ingredients, homemade right here. Remember Norman Brothers for game day and every day...

November 14 at Norman Brothers

2008-11-07T09:06:00.000-08:00

Come join us November 14 for our annual Wine-Tasting/Open House Fundraiser. This year, all proceeds go to support the University of Miami Center for Autism and Related Disorders. We'll have all kinds of wine, samples of meats, cheeses, sauces, beverages, fruit, salads and much more. Everyone really loves this community event.

Join us 8:00pm to 11:00pm for live music, a nearly-full November moon and the company of good friends. $25 per person. Tickets available at the door or right now at the store.

Holiday Menu

2008-11-07T09:05:00.000-08:00

The Norman Brothers Holiday Menu is on our website. Go to www.NormanBrothers.com and click on "HOLIDAY MENU" on the left-hand side. You can print this out at home

Christmas Gifts

2008-10-10T11:42:00.001-07:00

We are now taking orders for your Holiday Gift Baskets. Please call Teri at (305) 274-9363