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Stumped on the perfect stocking stuffer (something they’ll ACTUALLY appreciate getting)? Ditch the junk, bars of soap, and socks this year and treat them to one of these seven gifts you can find at The Market. Bonus: they’ll actually fit in the stocking!

1. Candy

Nothing makes the holiday sweet like finding a treat in your stocking on Christmas morning! The Market has a huge collection of everyone’s favorite flavors.

2. Lip Balm

Chapped winter lips, begone! Stuff their stockings with a nourishing stick or jar of lip balm that will keep their lips moisturized all winter long.

3. Cookies

They’re not just for Santa this time of year! Grab everything you need to make a sweet bag of homemade holiday cookies, or snag a ready-to-eat package off the shelves!

4. Toys

Whether you need a last-minute gift for under the tree or a fun stocking stuffer, many of The Market locations have a selection of toys to bring some holiday cheer!

5. Hot Cocoa

Who doesn’t love hot cocoa this time of year? Grab a package to stuff many stockings in one swoop–don’t forget the marshmallows!

6. Coffee Mug

Everyone needs a solid mug to sip coffee on Christmas morning! Grab them one that will make them think of you every time they pour a cup.

7. Stain Remover Pens

Not the most whimsical gift idea, but the second they spill eggnog on their shirt they’ll be glad you thought of it. Pop a stain remover pen in their stocking for a gift that keeps giving well past the holiday season!

Did we miss anything? We think everyone on the nice list would appreciate getting any of these things in their stockings on Christmas morning! As for those on the naughty list… you can find lumps of charcoal in the grilling aisle.

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While The Market prides ourselves on having fresh, juicy, quality produce year round, there’s no denying that some fruits and veggies just really shine in the late summer months of August and September. It is, after all, prime time for sweet corn, plump peaches, and so much more! Here’s what not to miss this month when you’re making your list for the next time you shop at The Market nearest you.

1. Plums, Peaches, and Pluots

Don’t swallow the pits or you’ll grow fruit in your tummy! We’re kidding of course, but the flavor and juiciness of pitted fruits this time of year is no joke. From the sweetest peaches to tart, tasty plums, be sure to stock up on a few during your next shopping trip at The Market.

2. Tomatoes

Is there anything better than summertime tomatoes?? The perfect addition to fresh salads, sandwiches and more, tomatoes are in their prime right now. Snag some slicers for topping a good burger or making a tasty caprese salad, or cherry and grape tomatoes for snacking and adding to your favorite summer salads. 

3. Raspberries

Raspberries are available all year long, but they are arguably at their best in August when the berries have fully ripened–reaching maximum sweetness and enjoyable by the handful. Pick the perfect pint by looking for berries that appear dry and uniform in color..

4. Corn

It’s grilling season, and no backyard barbecue would be complete without delicious corn on the cob! A sweet summer favorite, don’t miss your chance to eat it while it’s best—just look for tightly wrapped husks that feel firm when squeezed, and use within two days of purchasing, if possible. Pass the butter, salt, and pepper, please!

5. Basil

There’s nothing basic about basil this time of year! It pairs well with nearly any summer produce (try it with watermelon and feta cheese–yes, really!), crushed into a pesto, or sprinkled atop homemade pizza. Pro tip: to maximize the life of your basil, store a bunch as you would cut flowers: at room temperature with the stems sitting in a small glass of water

We don’t know about you, but we’d pick summer produce to add to our shopping carts any day! And, being only about halfway through the summer, we have a few months left to enjoy it in its prime. 

So, what did we miss? What’s your favorite fresh foods to snag in the summertime from The Market where you are?