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February 3, 2013 is National Carrot Cake Day

It’s National Carrot Cake Day! Carrot Cake has been around since the Middle Ages. At that time, sugar and other sweeteners were rare and very expensive, so people used sweet vegetables to flavor their puddings.

This technique became obsolete for several hundred years, but resurfaced in the 20th century. During World War II, the British government rationed many luxury foods and household staples including sugar. To appease the nation’s sweet tooth, the Ministry of Food promoted recipes for carrot puddings, carrot-filled pies, and carrot cakes. Today, many families in the UK still serve carrot cake on Christmas Day!

Carrot cake is much healthier than many other baked goods. A traditional recipe calls for carrots, raisins, walnuts, and brown sugar (instead of refined white sugar). Enjoy a slice from your local Whole Foods Market in honor of National Carrot Cake Day!

Feb 4th is National Homemade Soup Day

Soup Facts:
1. Women are more than twice as likely to eat soup as men, 9.67% vs. 4.0%.

2. The Middle English word soupen meant “to drink in sips”, which is how most soups were consumed. The words ”soup,” “supper,” “sip,” and “sop” are derived from  this term.

3. Andy Warhol(who’s real name was Andrew Warhola) is famous for his Campbell ‘s soup can art of the 1960′s. Did you know his first works sold for around 100 dollars?  Today they sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Daily Quote: “Of soup and love, the first is the best.” ~ Spanish proverb

February 6 - National Frozen Yogurt Day

Frozen yogurt was first created in the 1970s, and reached the height of its popularity in the 80s. It’s made in a similar fashion to ice cream, but using yogurt and milk instead of cream. The resulting taste is more tart than regular ice cream, but frozen yogurt is also considered a healthier alternative.

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Every Wednesday - 5 for $5 Engine 2 Sampler

Details: Don’t feel like cooking but still want a healthy dinner? We’ve got the solution! Stop by the store for our amazing 5 for $5 nights. Prepared Foods will be offering five select Health Starts Here portions of our Engine 2 approved meals for only $5.00. This is a great opportunity to try a variety of new, healthy and delicious dishes!

Join us every Wednesday from 5:00 – 6:00 pm!

Food and love just seem to go hand-in-hand. Join us from 6pm to 7pm CST as we talk about food that inspires love, showing your love through food, and all things Valentine's Day. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter to share your ideas and inspirations.

February 9 - National Bagels and Lox Day

Daily Five Food Finds: Bagels
1. The word Bagel is often thought to have derived from the ‘buckle‘ shape it has, but actually it is from a Yiddish word ‘beygl‘ meaning ring or hole.

2. Bagels are one of the few breads that are boiled then baked. creating the sought inside while retaining a crisp exterior.

3. Over a Billion dollars a year are spent on bagels in the US alone.

4. The top selling bagels are Plain(#1), Whole Wheat(#2) and Sesame Seed(#3)

5. Originally bagels were baked and sold by street vendors. They would have been carried around on a long string draped over the sellers’ shoulders. (Link to drawing)

What’s a lox? Lox is thinly sliced smoked salmon

Bagel & Lox are typically bagels with cream cheese, onions,  and smoked salmon. Other variations often include  tomatoes, cucumbers, capers, and/or scrambled eggs

Daily Quote: ”Sandwich every bit of criticism between two layers of praise”~Dixie Carter

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LoveFest!

Join us for an afternoon loaded with food and beauty! Schedule yourself for a free makeup consultation!

Sample delicious food and chocolates...find everything you need for your Valentine!

The Makeup Pop-Up!

ONE DAY ONLY!

Stop by and explore a natural new look and revamp your skin care regimen with our trained makeover experts, Nadia!

You don't want to miss this!

Every Wednesday - 5 for $5 Engine 2 Sampler

Details: Don’t feel like cooking but still want a healthy dinner? We’ve got the solution! Stop by the store for our amazing 5 for $5 nights. Prepared Foods will be offering five select Health Starts Here portions of our Engine 2 approved meals for only $5.00. This is a great opportunity to try a variety of new, healthy and delicious dishes!

Join us every Wednesday from 5:00 – 6:00 pm!

Sunsets, butterfly kisses from a child, a perfectly sweet strawberry. There are so many things love in life. Join us on Twitter from 6pm to 7pm CST as we explore all of the things we love. Follow #wfmdish to share your thoughts. 

National Almond Day

Five Food Finds about Almonds

1. Almonds are mentioned several times in the New and Old Testaments. They are revered as symbols of divine approval.

2. Almonds are actually fruits, related to cherries and plums.

3. Raw Almonds contain prussic acids, the eating of more than a handfull can be lethal. this is why all almonds are dried, roasted and/or pasteurized.

4. A key indicator of arsenic poisoning was the faint smell of roasted almonds on the victim.

5.  Greek mythology tells of the beautiful princess Phyllis, who was left waiting at the altar on her wedding day by her intended, Demophon. Phyllis waited for years for him to return, but finally died of a broken heart. In sympathy, the gods transformed Phyllis into an almond tree, which became a symbol of hope

Daily Quote  “True Love is a hard nut to crack, but it has the sweetest kernel.”~Spanish Proverb

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February 20, 2013 is Love Your Pet Day

It’s Love Your Pet Day! Today is the official day for pampering your pet with a little extra love and affection to show them just how much you care.

Did you know that most households in the United States have at least one pet? Approximately 39% of US households own at least one dog, and 33% own at least one cat. Pets provide wonderful companionship and can actually help decrease your blood pressure and stress.

So whether you have a cat, dog, hamster, rabbit, bird, reptile, or goldfish, shower them with love and affection today! Happy Love Your Pet Day!

Every Wednesday - 5 for $5 Engine 2 Sampler

Details: Don’t feel like cooking but still want a healthy dinner? We’ve got the solution! Stop by the store for our amazing 5 for $5 nights. Prepared Foods will be offering five select Health Starts Here portions of our Engine 2 approved meals for only $5.00. This is a great opportunity to try a variety of new, healthy and delicious dishes!

Join us every Wednesday from 5:00 – 6:00 pm!

Whole Foods Market San Mateo and Kaiser Permanent invite you to please join us for a Special Screening of The Weight of the Nation
http://theweightofthenation.hbo.com/

Wed February 20th and Wed March 20th

Screening: 6:00 pm
Community Discussion: 6:30 pm

Limited Space! To sign up click here: http://wfmsmtkpwotn.eventbrite.com/

Join us for a virtual dinner as we talk about the movies. We'll chat about our favorite food moments in film and share recipes inspired by films. Follow #wfmdish on Twitter from 6pm - 7pm CST to join the conversation.

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Whole Planet Foundation Fundraiser BBQ

Join us as we kick off our annual 2013 Whole Planet Fundraiser with a super delicious BBQ!
Only $7 per plate will get you a delicious grass-fed beef burger or grass-fed beef hot dog on an Ozery One bun, with a bag of chips and a side of tailgate cole slaw.  You can quench your thirst with a delicious Fresh Ginger ale for $2!.

100% of the proceeds will benefit the Whole Planet Foundation. Help us stamp our poverty!

Donate Online TODAY to help us reach our goal:
http://www.wholeplanetfoundation.org/get-involved/campaign/whole-foods-market-san-mateo/

Whole Planet Foundation Fundraiser BBQ

Join us as we kick off our annual 2013 Whole Planet Fundraiser with a super delicious BBQ!
Only $7 per plate will get you a delicious grass-fed beef burger or grass-fed beef hot dog on an Ozery One bun, with a bag of chips and a side of tailgate cole slaw.  You can quench your thirst with a delicious Fresh Ginger ale for $2!.

100% of the proceeds will benefit the Whole Planet Foundation. Help us stamp our poverty!

Donate Online TODAY to help us reach our goal:
http://www.wholeplanetfoundation.org/get-involved/campaign/whole-foods-market-san-mateo/

February 26 - National Pistachio Day

Food Facts about Pistachios

1. Pistachio nuts are a member of the cashew family, related closely to mangos, sumac and even poison ivy.

2. Iran produces more pistachios than any other country in the world with over 200k tons per year.

3. In Asia they are often referred to as ‘green almonds & the ‘happy nut’. In Iran they are called the ‘smiling nut’

4. Male pistachio trees are alternate bearing, meaning they produce heavier crops every other year.

5. All pistachio shells are naturally beige in color. Many companies dye inferior nuts red or green.

Daily Quote: “Today’s mighty oak was once a single nut who held it’s ground.”~Mark Twain

Every Wednesday - 5 for $5 Engine 2 Sampler

Details: Don’t feel like cooking but still want a healthy dinner? We’ve got the solution! Stop by the store for our amazing 5 for $5 nights. Prepared Foods will be offering five select Health Starts Here portions of our Engine 2 approved meals for only $5.00. This is a great opportunity to try a variety of new, healthy and delicious dishes!

Join us every Wednesday from 5:00 – 6:00 pm!