Precious Stones: Peaches and More Retro Desserts: Time For Fun Beyond the Bun: Global Grilling Sustainable Seafood: Green and Delicious real food summer 2009 volume 5 number 2 SUMMER 2009 ALL PROCEEDS from purchases of this magazine will go to Penfield Children's Center SCALLOP CAKES WITH SPICY PEACH SALSA PAGE 49 04 PLUS BAKED HAM WITH MAPLE GLAZE/SAUCE $1.99 PAGE 49 JACQUES PEPIN: Cooking Secrets from America’s Favorite French Chef Sendik’s Food Market open 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily Elm GrovE 13425 W. Watertown Plank Rd. Elm Grove, WI 53122 (262) 784-9525 Franklin 5200 W. Rawson Ave. Franklin, WI 53132 (414) 817-9525 GErmantown N112W15800 Mequon Rd. Germantown, WI 53022 (262) 250-9525 Grafton 2195 1st Ave. Grafton, WI 53024 (262) 376-9525 GrEEnFiEld 7901 W. Layton Ave. Greenfield, WI 53220 (414) 329-9525 mEquon 10930 N. Port Washington Rd. Mequon, WI 53092 (262) 241-9525 wauwatosa 8616 W. North Ave. Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (414) 456-9525 whitEFish Bay 500 E. Silver Spring Dr. Whitefish Bay, WI 53217 (414) 962-9525 R You Are What You Eat ecently, the phrase “you are what you eat” has taken on greater and greater meaning to many of our customers who are more concerned than ever regarding the food they put in their bodies. Some of this has to do with the recent food recalls.The food industry, including retailers, must do a better job of establishing safeguards that protect consumers so that a recall, like the peanut recall, never happens again. On another front, however, consumers want to know more about the source, sustainability, and nutrition of the products they consume. Many shoppers want to live longer, healthier, more productive lives and look to the food they consume to help them achieve this goal. At Sendik’s, we understand. We have always been on the forefront of consumer awareness and bringing to market items that are unique, new, and healthy. Indeed, we have often been ahead of the curve by playing a large role in educating our customers about the many healthy foods we offer. For example, in an industry that has forever promoted and heavily marketed processed packaged goods, Sendik’s has been unabated in our commitment to providing the largest variety of the freshest produce available anywhere. We are constantly working to figure out ways to adapt our methods to be the best produce store you will ever know by offering new and fresher items from growers with whom we have established relationships.The end result is a healthier product that you can trust. welcome The Balistreris from left to right: Nick, Ted, Margaret (Balistreri) Harris, and Patrick. www.sendiksmarket.com DiD You KnoW? Reuse your Sendik’s quality paper or plastic shopping bag and receive a 5¢ discount for every bag. (L-R) John Cary and Montana Weiland from the MACC Fund receive the donation check from Real Food magazine winter issue sales. Pictured with Margaret Harris, and Nick Balistreri. But, it does not end at the produce aisle. Throughout our stores you can find a wide array of healthy items from dairy to meat. In fact, Sendik’s recently became the first major retailer in the Milwaukee marketplace to make a firm commitment to sustainability and health by offering our customers a grass-fed beef product. These products offer our customers a completely different health profile than conventionally raised cattle. Tall Grass Beef (see page 11) and Strauss grass-fed veal are not only healthier, but satisfy our customers’ desire for sustainability and humane treatment in the food they consume. There are many other examples of Sendik’s commitment to health from our fresh chef-prepared meals to go and our wholegrain bakery items, to the many wholesome items we carry from producers big and small that share our philosophy.We strongly believe and promise to continue our efforts to bring health and sustainability to the forefront of our product mix so that you may have a choice and confidence in “what you eat.” As always, thank you for purchasing Sendik’s Real Food magazine. Proceeds from this issue will help support the incredible work being done at Penfield’s Children’s Center (see page 16). We look forward to seeing you in the stores. Sincerely, The Balistreri Family www.sendiksmarket.com real food  ® ™ Sendik’s Food Market fun facts Where in the world have you seen a Sendik’s shopping bag? While the intended use of our Sendik’s shopping bags is to carry groceries, we’ve heard there are many other great uses—from toting items to the office, school or even around the world! Here are some globetrotting customers who have put their Sendik’s bags to good use. Roseanne at the Sydney Opera Hous e, Sydney, Australia e Bridge, Erika near the Golden Gat San Francisco, California Living the lif e in Cozum el, Mexico Sandra vid in and Da m Yokaha a, Japa n Tiffany at the Eiffel Tower, Paris, France Traveling Sendik’s cus tomers in Mount Fuji, Japan at the Shedd Kyle and Nolan go, Illinois m, Chica Aquariu Niagara Falls, C anada 12 real food summer 2009 Sendik’s Food Market fun facts Share Your Photos The next time you’re in a faraway place and spot a red Sendik’s bag—or you’re traveling yourself—snap a picture and send it to us at sendiksmarket.com and click on “Where in the World.” (Please include your name and a few details if you wish.) Sandy in Skagway, Alaska customer at An adventurous Sendik’s Mount Ruby, Colorado Jodie in Ho llywood, Ca lifornia A happy Sendik’s customer in Antwerp, Belgium John a t in Mau Royal Kanap i, Hawa ali hole ii #5 Tom a n d Meg an rela x in Ix tapa, M exico Erin and Amanda at the Houses of Parliament “Big Ben,” London, England in Presidental auguration 2009, Washi ngton, DC www.sendiksmarket.com real food 13 Sendik’s Food Market wine shop Wine Managers’ Favorites Brad hoth, Whitefish Bay husch estate Chenin Blanc Anderson Valley, Mendocino County toM Kreuger, Grafton Plungerhead Zinfandel Lodi California Kevin graCe, Mequon Crios torrontes 2008 Argentina Think easy and breezy with a kiss of fruit that is chock-full of versatile personality. This is a splendid alternative to more common white varieties. This appears sweet until the clean, juicy finish scintillates the back of your mouth on the finish. One sip will beget a second, and a third, and so one, whether you’re washing down a halibut or grilled chicken, or simply enjoying a sunny day on the patio with friends. More of the top five California varietals are grown in Lodi than in any other region in California—and Zinfandel is king. Very robust with dark fruit including black cherry and cassis followed by generous spice flavors of star anise, cardamom, and licorice with ample coffee flavors on the backside and a long, smooth finish. Pairs well with Mexican dishes, Mediterranean fare, chili, pizza, and ribs. Aromas similar to Viognier with hints of peach, pear, apricot, and orange. Dry with balanced acidity and very enticing flavors! Torrontes should be consumed in its youth. Great with medium to strong cheeses, seafood, or on its own. A great “quaffing” wine—it’s so refreshing in warm weather! There will be much consumed at the Grace house this summer. It’s just a perfect “porch wine”—and at the right price. John ChrustiC, Wauwatosa 2008 Clos otto Boxhead shiraz Barossa, Australia eriK olson, Germantown raimat albariño Costers del Segre, Spain John Kuehl, Franklin veramonte Chardonnay 2007 Casablanca Valley, Chile When I tasted this, my first thought was that this wine is pretty. After all the huge “masculine” Shiraz of the past that seems to wage war in your mouth, here is one that is beautiful, round, and lush that feels more like a romantic slow dance. Bright purple color, great dark berry and blue fruits, with gentle acidity, little tannin, and a long, complex finish.This wine is one heck of a bargain. 14 real food summer 2009 Albariño from Costers del Segre is relatively unusual, but don’t let that stop you from trying one of our favorite bargains! This light and delightful white has fantastic crisp fruit and citrus flavors with just a slight hint of vanilla. Fresh and clean, it’s perfectly balanced with the right amount of acidity to make it both refreshing and an excellent food wine. Chill a bottle and try it with your favorite light summertime meal. This shows Chile’s potential with a marvelous effort without the heavy oak flavors that California is known for—and we thank them for that. Fresh flowers, tropical fruit, citrus, and slight mineral aromas. Big ripe, flavors of fig, pear, pineapple, melon, and dashes of vanilla spice are all harmoniously integrated. It’s fresh and bright and will pair well with a wide range of foods throughout the summer. It’s a true crowd-pleaser! Sendik’s Food Market community support Penfield Children’s Center 833 North 26th Street Milwaukee, WI 53233 www.penfieldchildren.org Phone 414.344.7676 Fax 414.344.7739 one determined little girl W hen Deaja first arrived at Penfield Children’s Center she was just three months old and struggling with spinal muscular atrophy and club feet, as well as breathing and swallowing problems. When she was born, her mother was told that Deaja would have limited use or movement of her body for the rest of her life. She spent her first two and a half months in the hospital getting treatment and when she was sent home, she carried with her a suction machine, feeding pump, nebulizer, and four different medications. By the time she was enrolled at Penfield she was already developmentally delayed and remained in need of specialized care. At such a young age, Deaja had already been confronted with challenges most of us never know. But from the day she arrived, Deaja had other plans, and over the next three years, she worked tirelessly to fulfill every one of them. Children in need Each year, more than one million children are diagnosed with developmental disabilities. For children with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, respiratory disorders, sight and hearing impairments, or birth abnormalities like Deaja’s, a specialized level of care, therapy, and education is often needed to ensure the best start to life possible. Penfield Children’s Center has been a unique, communitybased leader in providing quality early Penfield Children’s Center childhood services for Quick Facts more than 40 years. Children Served (annually) 1,400 Their most important Annual Budget $4.9 million goal is to help infants Established 1967 and young children Programs with and without disAccredited Child Care abilities reach their full Behavior Clinic potential through early Early Childhood Education childhood and spePhysical, Speech, Occupational Therapy cial education, speech, Special Care Nursery physical, and occupational therapy services, and family programs. To succeed, Penfield works with children at the critical time of early brain development, between the ages of birth to three years, when they are learning physical, cognitive, language, social, and self-help skills. medical and therapy needs. More than 50 children like Deaja experience the Nursery every year. The oldest and largest facility of its kind in Milwaukee, the Special Care Nursery works with medically fragile children—some born at just 22 weeks and weighing as little as one pound. Professional Penfield nurses, therapists, educators, and mentors work together with children in the Nursery to encourage positive development, while also helping family members learn ways to strengthen their ability to meet the special needs of their child. Once her therapy began, it was clear to everyone how special Deaja was. Over time, she began to use her body to roll around on the floor, building up key muscles and strength for future development. Within a quick few months, she was “all over the place” in the nursery, using her body to get around the room. In a sign of things to come, she would attempt to leave the nursery whenever the door was open.At the same time, Penfield staff worked with Deaja to learn how to count to 10 and identify colors. Her gross motor control and movement improved so much that she was able to use a mechanical wheelchair to get around. After some practice, she was moving around Penfield’s Norman Soref Children’s Center greeting friends with a “high-five.” Deaja had already exceeded every level of development that had been expected given her condition.Yet, she continued to thrive as she confronted a new challenge—walking. After corrective surgery on her feet, she began the journey to walk. Not surprisingly, Deaja surpassed that goal a few months later by joining her fellow classmates in dancing the “Hokey-Pokey” one afternoon in class. Moving Forward Remarkably, Deaja graduated from Penfield with the ability to write, get around on her own, and perhaps, most importantly, had acquired the skills she needed to enter elementary school, a key objective for children at Penfield. As a result of her progress Penfield staff remarked, “Through great effort on her part, Deaja can make choices within her environment—a crucial step toward independence.What she’s capable of doing now is amazing.” Or as another put it: “She’s one determined little girl.” ■ “Each year, contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations provide over $1 million of support for children in our programs. those donations are critical in making stories like deaja’s possible.” —Christine holmes, President & CEo First steps When Deaja first arrived at Penfield, she was enrolled in the Special Care Nursery. On her first day, she was unable to move her body, showed no emotion, and her mother struggled to cope with her needs. To assist in preparing her treatment, the professional staff at Penfield worked with her mother to outline specific short-term development goals, as well as the plan to care for her significant 16 real food summer 2009