For more information, or to RSVP call 216-721-6000 x223, or email stacey@constantinosmarket.com .

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Stop in and check out our homemade pizza kitchen, open 11am to close—we make your pizza fresh to order with your choice of toppings.  Personal pizzas too!  Everyday Special going on right now: Grab-n-go pizza up to 2 toppings $5.99!

Heads up beer geeks: Constantino’s has Chatoe Rogue’s Good Chit Pilsner fresh in stock.  With its clean, crisp hop bite and balanced hop and floral aromas, this Czech Pils is nothin’ like your Daddy’s lager.

Most breweries buy their barley from maltsters and their hops from farmers.  The real magic happens when you brew the ingredients, right? WRONG, says Rogue Ales!  Rogue’s “Chatoe Rogue” series of beers comes from its own terroir.  Rogue cultivates its hops along Oregon’s Williamette River and grows its own barley on 265 acres in Tygh Valley.

Says Zorro of beeradvocate.com: “mouthfeel is good.”  We tend to agree.

Grab yourself a 22 oz. bomber of Rogue’s Good Chit Pilsner today!

(Find ‘em in a stack next to the frozen section.)

It’s time for a dietary intervention. Here’s the GRANDADDY SUPERFOOD SHOPPING LIST to get you in gear for the new you. We were super-excited when we found this list, because you can find just about ALL of these foods here at Constantino’s (as long as they’re available to us).

Just pull it up on your phone, come in, start shopping. You can do it! 

All of these foods are really delicious, energy-giving, nutrient powerhouses that pack large doses of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants & polyphenols which help you rev up your calorie burn & curb your cravings  - to help you shed those pounds. You’ll be fighting disease in the process, and you’ll feel great when you start mixing them into your diet.

So really, what are you waiting for? What, do you not like feeling great or something? Just grab your phone, and get here.

We’ve got just about everything but the gojiberries (they’re kind of tough to get to outside of Asia

1. APPLES
2. STEAK
3. LENTIL
4. GOGI BERRIES
5. WHEAT PASTA
6. ALMOND BUTTER
7. CHILES
8. SARDINES
9. TARRAGON
10. PARMESAN CHEESE
11. APRICOTS    Learn more 
12. ARTICHOKES    Find out more 
13. ASPARAGUS     learn more
14. AVOCADOS     Read more 
15. BANANAS     Learn more 
16. BEANS   Read more 
17. BEETS     Find out more 
18. BELL PEPPERS    Find out more 
19. BERRIES    Find out what berries can do for you here.
20. BROCCOLI     Find out more 
21. BRUSSEL SPROUTS      Learn more 
22. CABBAGE     more 
23. CANTALOUPE     more 
24. CARROTS       Click for more
25. CAULIFLOWER  More info
26. CHERRIES  Preserve your brain and heart health. Cherries may be credited with slowing down the aging process and even with ending insomnia   Learn more 
27. CHIA SEEDS   Learn more
28. DARK CHOCOLATE   Find out more 
    
29. EGGS Full of protein and extremely versatile, eggs are rich in nutrients and can help you to tackle a number of health problems and encourage weight loss  Learn more 
30. FISH     Find out more 
31. FLAX     Learn more
32. GARLIC     Learn more
33. GRAPES     They may strengthen your eyes, help with circulation, fight cancer & kidney stones  Read more 
34. GREEN TEA     1 cup a day may help lose weight and battle against strokes and prevent or fight other diseases
35. HOT PEPPERS    may aid in weight loss by increasing your metabolism, help with digestion, an improved immune system, and better blood circulation
36. KALE    Has powerful antioxidant qualities -high amounts of phyto-chemicals that may help in preventing macular degeneration and cataracts
37. KIWI
38. LEMON/LIME    They may fight everything from cancer to the common cold
39. LOW-FAT YOGURT    May help with increased bone strength, lower cholesterol, a better immune system and better digestion & fight ulcers
40. MANGOS     May help strengthen your memory, digestion, and  prevent other diseases
41. MUSHROOMS    May help control blood pressure and lower your cholesterol
42. NUTS     Easy to snack on or pack when heading out to the museums in the areas – loaded with healthy fats -walnuts in particular may be great for lowering cholesterol &  improving memory   Learn more
43. OATS     Oats are well-known for their possible cholesterol lowering abilities, may also improve the condition of your skin & help fight diabetes
44. OLIVE OIL      Olive oil is a staple -strengthens the heart, fights diabetes & helps with weight loss
45. ORANGES      May strengthen your immune system & strengthen your heart
46. PAPAYA     A nutritional powerhouse – will leave your skin looking fabulous, too
47. PEACHES    Great for digestion and constipation
48. PINEAPPLE      To strengthen your digestion and your bones and aid with weight loss
49. PUMPKIN       Tons of fiber and may control blood pressure and normalize heart function
50. POMEGRANATES    Up to 7 times the amount of antioxidants of green tea, may also fight cancer, and reduce blood pressure &  bad cholesterol
51. QUINOA    This “supergrain” is high in fiber, filled with protein, and offers a pleasant nutty flavor. It cooks up like rice and is naturally gluten free  Learn more
52. RICE (BROWN)   Not only is it a very low allergen food, it may also protect your heart and fight diabetes, kidney stones and other dieases
53. SPINACH    Popeye was onto something – spinach may help fight cancer, improve your cardiovascular health and improve brain function
54. SPIRULINA    Loaded with essential vitamins & nutrients
55. SPROUTS     Total body nourishment, so many essential nutrients fit into these tasty baby plants
56. SWEET POTATOES     A fantastic carb that may protect your vision, encourage a good mood & keep your bones strong
57. SWISS CHARD    Related to spinach & beets and packs quite a nutritional punch
58. TOMATOES    These fabulous orbs may be big time cancer fighters! They also help battle high cholesterol.
59. WATER   8 glasses of water every day – it helps you lose weight, keep your skin in great condition and help you battle kidney stones. we have ALLLL  kinds of water varieties at Constantino’s
60. WATERMELON    May be a fabulous aid for weight loss, lowering cholesterol, avoiding strokes & controlling your blood pressure
61. WHEAT GERM      May help fight colon cancer, keep things “moving smoothly” and help your digestion
62. WILD-CAUGHT SALMON     Wild salmon provides oodles of omega-3 essential fatty acids, a crucial bit of nutrition for us human, and  B3 and B12 which contribute to a healthy metabolism
63. WINTER SQUASH    May help lower blood pressure and even help with post-workout recovery

* Stay connected with ConstantinosMarket.com/blog for more food for thought, beverage talk and other interesting  & insightful chatter.

(*You know we’re not doctors, dietitians, or nutritionists. Wait, that’s not entirely true, come to think of it. But no information on this post is meant to replace or be construed as qualified or proven medical advice from your own doc. But you already knew that and legally we just have to disclaim  it  List & images courtesy of Self & SKinny MS and their affiliate site partners.

Satisfy your craving with Stacy’s Simply Naked Pita Chips: all natural, dressed in nothin’ but sea salt.

Available at Constantino’s, these crunchy crackers are great with hummus, olive oil—or just about any dip!  We think you’ll love Stacy’s Bagel Chips, too, available “Naked” and in Toasted Garlic and Everything Bagel flavors.

Featured Recipe: Pizza Dip

Serves 4

Prep Time:10 minutes

Cooking Time: 22 minutes

Ingredients:

* 4 oz cream cheese

* 1 cup pizza sauce

* 1/8 pound pepperoni sausage, diced

* 1/2 of an onion, chopped

* 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  Spray a pie pan with non-stick cooking spray.  Spread cream cheese on the bottom of the pie pan.  Pour pizza sauce over the cream cheese, and spread it so that there is an even layer of sauce.  Sprinkle with pepperoni and onion.  Top with mozzarella cheese.  Bake at 400 degrees F for 18 to 22 minutes.

a) a great Snapple

b) a wrestling hold

c) a delicious grape-soaked apple

You guessed it–the answer is (c).  (You didn’t think we’d actually try to coin “grapple” as hipster slang for a Snapple, did you?)

Imagine the sweet, distinctive flavor of Concord grapes combined with the crispness of a fresh, juicy Washington Extra Fancy apple.  That’s a Grapple—and Constantino’s has ‘em!

Featured on the Food Network’s “Unwrapped,” these Gala and Fuji apples are bathed in nothing but pure, concentrated grape goodness and take on no additional calories in the process.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’ve got to try these.  Look for Grapples right at the front of the store– here at Constantino’s for a limited time only!

You probably know Constantino’s is a local, family-owned market. Thus we can’t stress enough the importance of carrying local products, supporting regional businesses, and how much it means to us. The list of amazing local companies we work with keeps growing.

Of course by now you’re all seasoned pros regarding the advantages of shopping local. But allow us to re-inspire you. Because buying one local product can exponentially support so many other local businesses. And it goes without saying, the more you do it, the more sustainable the region becomes. Well, yeah.

The Top 10 Reasons Shopping Local Benefits Everyone:

1. Accountability for Prosperity  It’s been proven time and time again. When you buy from independent, locally-owned businesses vs. nationally owned chains, significantly more of your money stays circulating in the local economy (compared to the less desirable amount of money leaving the community when you shop larger national chains). And LocBizs tend to buy from other LocBizs and service providers, creating a chain of strong support across the region.
2. Small Business Give Big  On average, non-profit organizations receive an average 250% more support from smaller business owners than they do from large businesses. Just something to think about.
3. HELLO, CLEVELAND    Cleveland is so cool. Think about what we achieve here, think about the businesses that have gone from just a spark of an idea to an amazing, living and breathing enterprise. Can we pass all of these brilliant ideas and hard work up for… well, stuff that everyone else is doing? All of these innovative, needs-meeting, dusk till dawn businesses – the places we shop and ideas we home-grow are all part of our collective identity. (Can we get a what-what…) We’re beaming with pride just writing this. Local IS what Cleveland’s all about. Folks who visit us are looking for authentic local product- where would you point them? Would you get a Taco Hell Nacho Cheese Chalupa in Mexico? We think not.
4. Reduced Environmental Impact   Locally owned businesses can make more local purchases, requiring less transportation,  contributing less to sprawl, energy use, habitat loss and pollution. Win-win-win-win…win.
5. More Jobs  More props.
6. Better Service   Local businesses often hire people with a better understanding of the products they are selling.  These employees take more time to get to know customers and are more inclined to build a community and dialogue around local products. Driving sales, improving profit, building the local economy, etc.
7. Cleveland’s Evolvement Needs Folks to Stay Put  Local businesses are owned by people who live in this community, and these people are less likely to leave it behind when the going gets tough, or for other reasons.
8. Your Tax Dollars Efficiently Spent   Generally, local businesses in town centers require comparatively little infrastructure investment and make efficient use of public services when compared to nationally owned stores entering the community. 
9. Demand Creating Relevant Supply = Products Made for YOU  Local businesses produce and offer products based on your needs, creating the most relevant and better quality product choices. This ensures innovation, competition and better quality.
10. Fueling Innovation, Outside Interest & Investment in Our Region: Entrepreneurs and skilled workers are more likely to invest and settle in communities that preserve their own unique businesses,offer a distinctive character, and promote sustainability.

Here’s a list of just some of the many local products we carry and companies we partner with. Stay tuned as the list expands – we’ll keep you posted about new products coming in!

Ohio Amish Eggs
Ohio Amish Granola
Ohio Amish Granola Bars
Chef to Chef
Jeni’s Ice Cream
Luna Burgers
Mohco Falafel Mix
Caruso Coffee
Cleveland Coffee Company

LaGra’s Pasta Sauce
Murray Hill Pasta Sauce
Little Italy Pasta Sauce
Heini Cheeses
Northeast Family Goat Farms
Mackenzie Creamery
Ohio City Pasta
Amir Foods
Elizabeth Revy Greeting Cards
DeBonne Wines
Ferrante Winery
Firelands Winery
Ohio City Salsa
Great Lakes Meats

Crooked River Brewing Co
Indigo Imp Brewery
Thirsty Dog Brewery
Ballreich’s Chip Co
Rivertown Brewery
Cellar Rats Brewery
Columbus Brewing Co
Lonz Winery
Debonne Vineyards
Ferrante Wines
Meier’s Wines
Firelands Vineyards
Yoder’s Jam’s
Urban Herbs

Davis Bakery
Orlando Bakery
Teresa’s Salad Dressings
Dairymens
Mitchell’s Ice Cream
Fresh Deli
Maggie’s Vegan Bakery
Reach Coffee

(Special thanks to Sustainable Connections for inspiring this list).

* Stay connected with ConstantinosMarket.com/blog for more food for thought, beverage talk and other interesting end enlightening conversations.