Blog – Union Market

5/11/2022 Cooking

Recipe: Wilted Lettuces with Fresh Fava Beans

Union Market Recipe - Wilted Lettuces with Fava Beans

Fava beans are one of the great gifts of spring once warm weather arrives. These tender little beans have a nutty, fresh flavor and their lovely bright-green color is the perfect addition to any salad, pasta, or stir-fry.

In this recipe we’ve paired them with a colorful medley of lettuces which we briefly sauté in hot oil before tossing them all in a zesty, herby vinaigrette that makes a great side dish to serve alongside meat or seafood fresh from the grill.

4/28/2022 Cooking

Recipe: Roasted Branzino with Fiddleheads, Ramps and Burnt Bread Sauce

Union Market Recipe: Roasted Branzino with Fiddlehead Ferns, Pickled Ramps, and Burnt Bread Sauce

As the weather gets warmer and the first spring buds appear on the ground and in the trees, it’s hard not to think of fresh, seasonal spring fare. Take a break from hearty and heavy winter fare with our chef Sandro Romano’s seasonally inspired dish of roasted branzino, served with a sauté of verdant fiddlehead ferns, the first spring ramps, and a dollop of a delicious burnt bread sauce that’s earthy and vibrant with the flavors of prosciutto, shallots, and walnuts.

4/14/2022 Cooking, News

Passover Seder

It’s never too early to start planning your Seder table, and we have a multitude of delicious options for you to choose from, from ready-to-eat meals to premium cuts of meat to serve as the centerpiece of your Pesach celebration.

Choose from our selection of humanely raised, antibiotic-free lamb, beef brisket, short ribs, chuck roast, kosher chicken, and more. To place an order in advance, call your nearest Union Market or stop by the meat counter at any of our stores.

4/12/2022 Market Picks, News

Easter Essentials

Spring is finally here. No more shoveling snow and bundling up to go outside. The sun is shining, spring flowers are blooming, and Easter Sunday is right around the corner!

As always, Union Market has everything you need for a memorable celebration. Stop by any of our five locations in Brooklyn and downtown Manhattan for your pick of Easter candy, fresh flowers, and eggs!

3/30/2022 Cooking

Recipe: Pickled Spring Vegetables

It’s finally the time of year when beautiful multicolored radishes are popping up and things are beginning to look colorful again in the produce aisle.

This recipe for bright and delicious refrigerator pickles is the perfect way to highlight the best of the season’s produce, and our technique eliminates the need for processing the preserves without steamers, special jars, or vacuum-sealed lids.

3/16/2022 Cooking

Recipe: Arugula and Cheddar Quiche

Give your Saint Patrick’s Day a festive twist with this flavorful arugula and cheddar quiche. It’s the perfect way to bring some healthy greens into the day’s celebrations.

Arugula is cooked with cream in this recipe and then puréed to make a striking bright green custard. The peppery greens cut through the rich, creamy quiche filling and a layer of sharp Dubliner cheddar (one of our favorites) sends the whole thing over the top!

3/3/2022 Cooking

Recipe: Smoked Bacon Biscuits

We love sweet cookies, cakes, and brownies as much as the next person, but for those days when you want the comfort of something fresh out of the oven but have a hankering for something more savory, these biscuits are just the thing.

They have a smoky flavor from crisp bits of fried smoked bacon and a little spark of heat from a dash of mustard powder. They’re delicious all on their own, but we recommend serving them alongside soup or salad.

2/8/2022 Cooking, Market Picks

Sweets & Treats for Valentine’s Day

Union Market - Assorted Chocolates for Valentine's Day

Looking for the perfect last-minute gift this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got plenty of sweet treats and delicious delicacies for the occasion, from artisanal chocolate to caviar and oysters.

If you prefer a traditional box of chocolates, check out our seasonal assortments from some of the best chocolatiers in the business: Jacques Torres, Fine & Raw, Baru, Lake Champlain, and Catskill Provisions.

2/3/2022 Cooking

Recipe: Valentine’s Day Persimmon Pancakes with Blood Orange Compote

Union Market Persimmon Pancakes with Blood Orange Compote and Chocolate Sauce Recipe

Instead of the same old flowers and chocolate, why not celebrate Valentine’s Day with something different? These memorable persimmon pancakes, studded with cubes of fragrant fuyu persimmon and served with a bright and refreshing blood orange compote, are sure to wow your Valentine.