Fresh Markets

Celebrating 40 Fresh Years

For our 40th birthday, we’re highlighting 40 delicious reasons to love The Fresh Market.

Cheers to 40 Years!

This month, we’re celebrating everything that makes The Fresh Market special, from the colorful cacophony of beautiful blooms and the enticing aroma of just-brewed coffee that greet you at the front door to our expert butchers and bakers serving up the freshest meats and treats in the back of the store. So, come on in. We’ll take a stroll by all our favorite things— and you just might find something new to love along the way!

Plus, join us July 1-4 for The Best Summer Celebration Ever! Celebrate the Fourth of July and our 40th anniversary with tasty treats, giveaways, unbelievable deals & more! Follow us on Facebook and RSVP for the event!

Find something you love? Shop all of our amazing 40th anniversary items for curbside pickup or delivery!

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1. European-Inspired Charm

A trip to Europe inspired founders Ray and Beverly Berry to bring the feel of an open, European-style food market to the US. The farmers market atmosphere comes alive with fresh-cut flowers, locally grown produce, an Old World-style butcher shop and fish market, an in-store bakery and more.

Produce section in store
2. A Classical Soundtrack

Have you ever stopped to notice the classical music that drifts down from the ceiling inside The Fresh Market? This detailed touch was part of Ray and Beverly Berry’s original vision for a relaxing and personable place to shop.

TFM Bulk Coffee
3. A Coffee Lovers Dream

As soon as you walk in the front door, you smell it: the rich and complex aromas of roasted coffee beans. Made with top-tier 100% Arabica beans, our coffees come in a variety of options, including blend, single-origin and organic. Shop all of our varieties of coffee today!

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4. A Blooming Business

With more than 300 varieties of year-round and seasonal blooms, The Fresh Market is an all-occasion floral destination. You’re sure to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a bouquet of fresh-cut flowers or a potted plant to take home or give as a gift. Find the perfect bouquet for any occassion.

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5. Pick of the Season

Our produce curators cultivate long-term relationships with growers who carefully select only the biggest and best fruits and veggies and harvest them at just the right time for maximum flavor. Then, we make sure the produce gets to our stores as quickly as possible after harvest. Discover your favorite new fruit at The Fresh Market!

TFM employee with pre sliced fruit
6. Cooking, Simplified!

At The Fresh Market, we strive to make everyday eating extraordinary—but also easy! That’s why we offer more than 50 varieties of pre-sliced fruits and veggies for snacking or to use in your favorite recipes. Try our Fruit Cups, Ready-to-Cook Brussels Sprouts, and more!

Grill-Baked Ratatouille Casserole
7. Supporting Local Farmers

The farmers market vibe in our Produce Department is in large part thanks to the relationships that our food curators build with farmers located near our stores. They allow us to continue our legacy of offering regionally relevant produce and other items.

Limited-Edition Anniversary Gems
8. Limited-Edition Anniversary Gems

With its deep, red color symbolizing passion and devotion, the ruby has long been the traditional gem of 40th anniversaries. Given the passion and devotion The Fresh Market inspires in our guests, it’s also a fitting color for our big 4-0. Don't miss out on these limited-edition items!

40th Anniversary Bacon Cheddar Burger
9. The Best Beef for the Best Burgers

Ask our expert butchers how to build the perfect burger, and they’ll tell you to start with ground chuck. At The Fresh Market, we strive for chuck that’s 85% lean. We grind it in-store daily and only sell it the same day it’s ground. Try our 40th Anniversary Bacon Cheddar Burger!

USDA Prime Ribeye
10. Why We Age Our Steaks

The best way to ensure beef is tender and flavorful is to age it. Done under controlled refrigerated conditions, we age our steaks for at least 14 days—the amount of time it takes to achieve maximum tenderness. Serve up a New York Strip Steak on your grill this summer!

TFM Certified Butcher employee
11. Our Certified Butchers

The butchers behind our meat counter have all completed a sixweek certification program. Through online learning and physical skills training, our butchers learn about various steak cuts and trim levels, as well as how to maintain the highest quality meats. Find out more about our fresh, hand-trimmed meat selections.

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12. Your Seafood Connection

Our network of dedicated seafood-cutting houses helps us deliver seafood with unmatched freshness and variety. Every fish we offer is cut to order and delivered to our stores the next day. Discover what's available "under the sea" at your local store.

Wild Sockeye Salmon
13. First-Catch Wild Salmon

Prized for its vibrant color and complex flavor, wild salmon is a seasonal catch that’s only available for a limited time. Once salmon season begins, The Fresh Market is one of the first retailers on the East Coast to offer this fresh-off-the-boat catch. Feel that island vibe with our new seafood sansation - mango madness!

Paella Little Big Meal
14. Little Big Meals

Little effort, big savings! These easy-to-cook, wholesome dinners feed a family of 4 for just $25—so you get a nutritious dinner for a price that rivals fast food! There’s a new recipe every week, each one developed exclusively for us by our in-house chef. Grab a Little Big Meal this week for an easy, delectable dinner for 4!

Seafood Steamer Bag
15. Seafood Steamer Bag

Dinner is in the bag! Our Seafood Steamer Bags make it easy to serve up a restaurant-quality meal featuring salmon, shrimp and other seafaring faves. Each bag contains a complete meal for one—side of veggies and all. Serve up a meal for one in less than six minutes.

The Fresh Market Market Meal Kit
16. Market Meal Kits

Cooking for two? Our perfectly portioned, ready-to-cook Market Meal Kits take the guesswork out of dinner—whether for a weeknight or a date night at home. Everything you need is in one box, including fresh meat and prepped veggies from the store. Make it a date night with a Market Meal Kit!

Gourmet Fruit Tart
17. Fresh Fruit Tart

A signature specialty for more than 20 years, our luscious fruit tarts are made fresh in store daily. We start with a buttery shortbread crust, paint a layer of chocolate on the bottom and fill it with our silky-smooth pastry cream. Try our Fresh Fruit Tarts today!

Sourdough Bread
18. Sourdough Bread

Perfect sourdough isn’t made overnight. We create our classic sourdough by fermenting our loaves for three days. Proofing under refrigeration allows the dough to develop that unmistakable tangy sourdough flavor. Choose from a variety of freshly baked sourdough loaves to complement your meal!

In-store Wine Display - Store 1
19. Toast-Worthy Wines

Our wine curators scour the globe for new and unusual selections—including small-batch vintages and wines that are unique to The Fresh Market. They’re always on the lookout for up-and-coming regions where burgeoning wineries are starting to break through with new wines, as well as wineries that are creating innovative flavors. Pop open a bottle and toast to the summer!

Pimento Cheese Panini
20. Panini Perfection

Our tasty grilled sandwiches have been carefully crafted so the bread is thin and crispy, and the fillings are meaty and satisfying. Made fresh instore every day and grilled to order, these hearty handfuls have quickly become a guest favorite! Order your panini in-store or online.

The Fresh Market Pimento Cheese
21. The Fresh Market Pimento Cheese

In 1983, we introduced pimento cheese as our very first Own Brand item. Forty years later, we still use the same family recipe, which has developed a cult following over the years. It’s rich, flavorful, gluten-free and available in Original or spicy Jalapeño. Add this delicious cheese to your burger or sandwich - the possibilities are endless!

The Fresh Market Chicken Salad and Croissants
22. Our Famous Chicken Salad

This guest-favorite recipe is made fresh in-store daily with just five ingredients, including our own roasted chicken, Hellmann’s Mayonnaise, chopped celery, and salt and pepper. Our chickens are antibiotic- and hormone-free, and our mayo is made with cage-free eggs. Treat yourself to our chicken salad for lunch or an afternoon snack!

Parmigiano Reggiano
23. An Italian Masterpiece: Parmigiano Reggiano

Parmigiano Reggiano has been made in Parma, Italy, for more than 800 years. Aged 24 months, our Parmigiano Reggiano has the perfect balance of nutty, fruity flavors and deliciously creamy texture. Add our Parmigiano Reggiano to your charcuterie board for a crowd-pleasing platter.

fresh mozzarella
24. Lotsa Mozza!

Craving mozzarella? Our unparalleled selection of mozzarella varieties includes burrata, mozzarella pearls and our handwrapped mozzarella balls that are made fresh each week. Serve our mozzarella at room temperature when it’s milky and elastic for the best flavor. Make a summer-perfect Caprese salad with our creamy mozzarella.

TFM Celebration Crunch mix
25. A Partner We Trust: Truly Good Foods

Founded in 1977, this secondgeneration family-owned business sources the highest quality ingredients to create snack mixes bursting with bold flavors. This longtime vendor also created our anniversary edition Celebration Crunch, featuring our signature green and white. Grab a tub of the Celebration Crunch before it's gone!

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26. Off-The-Charts Chocolate

Our assortment of chocolate bars and other goodies doesn’t stop at great taste. We seek out chocolates that are innovative, too — including brands that are sustainably made with clean ingredients, that use high-quality dark chocolate with less sugar and dairy alternatives. Choose from a variety of chocolate bars for a tasty treat!

TFM Nut Butter Machines and Display
27. Nuts for Nut Butters!

Take the classic PB&J to the next level with our fresh-ground nut butters. You can take a grab-and-go tub or grind your own from our top-quality dry roasted peanuts, honey roasted peanuts, almonds and more. Pair it with one of our organic jams and jellies. Try a grab-and-go tub today!

healthy beverages
28. Drink to your Health

In addition to more than 100 still and sparkling waters, we also stock a range of functional beverages—from plantbased energy drinks for a better-for you boost to fermented beverages like kombucha that promote a healthy gut with naturally occurring probiotics. Fuel your mind and body with one of our beverage options.

TFM favorite food trends
29. Now Trending in our Aisles

We’ve scoured the country—and the globe—for culinary inspired ingredients that will elevate any dish. One of our favorite new finds: a golden-hued honey sourced from starthistle flowers in Savannah, GA, and infused with fresh black truffles from Tennessee. Try our tropical chimichurri made with guanabana fruit from Costa Rica.

healthy food plant based alternatives
30. Eat with Confidence

No matter how you choose to eat well, we can help with our vast selection of gluten-free, plant-based, organic, and paleoand keto-friendly foods. Think ice cream, dairy-free sour cream, meat-free frozen meals and much more. Eat with confidence at The Fresh Market!

TFM Brand Pantry Items
31. Hidden Gems to Stock Your Pantry

With so many private label items to choose from, there are sure to be ones you haven’t tried. Among our favorite hidden gems: our Fig Balsamic Glaze—perfect drizzled on roasted vegetables, fresh mozzarella or grilled peaches—and our All Dressed Potato Chips. Don't miss our hummus or Cajun Krab seafood dip!

TFM Brand Pantry Items
32. Our Guest Favorites

Our famous Cheese Straws are made using a century-old family recipe that combines butter, aged cheeses and whole wheat flour. Created exclusively for us, our Nom Nom Salsa is crafted with simple ingredients like fire-roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro and a hint of salt. Try the Nom Nom Pineapple Salsa for a savory-sweet treat.

Spices
33. We're Spicing Things Up

We’ve assembled a selection of more than 95 spice varieties, including everyday favorites like Himalayan Sea Salt and innovative signature blends like Peri-Peri Seasoning, Nashville Hot and Elote Street Corn. Add some extra flavor to your meal and pick up one of our spice blends!

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34. In-Season Specialties

You can count on The Fresh Market to offer up timely foods and ingredients that evoke the flavor of each season. Think sunny Florida citrus fruits in the winter, carrot cake in the spring, meat & veggie-packed skewers for summer, and pumpkin everything for fall. Pickup our Gourmet Burger Meal for a summer celebration!

Shoyu Ramen Recipe
35. Special Finds

Each season, our curators scour the globe for unique items that we call out as “special finds.” They’re ingredients or products that you can’t find anywhere else—and could be just the perfect touch to make your traditional seasonal recipes better than ever.

panettone from around the world
36. Holidays Around the World

One of our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays is trying beloved treats from around the world. Among our favorites: panettone, a classic Italian Christmas cake; Christmas pudding from England; and rum-soaked stollen from Germany. Shop our collection of holiday favorites!

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37. Impeccable Guest Service

This year, The Fresh Market was voted the Best Supermarket in America by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the second year in a row—and the level of service that guests receive from our team members is one of the main reasons. We strive to make every interaction with our guests friendly, warm and helpful.

TFM employees mom & son
38. The Fresh Market Families

For many employees, working at The Fresh Market is a family affair. Mother and son Rebecca and Ethan Bischoff work together at our store in Wilmington, NC. When asked about their favorite part of working at The Fresh Market, their answer is the same: “Interacting with our guests. They’re like family to us.”

Floral ULX Club
39. The Ultimate Loyalty Experience

This year, we launched our first-ever loyalty program, which gives Members access to exclusive discounts on everything there is to love, including our restaurant-quality meat and seafood, fresh veggies, easy meal solutions and more. Members can also participate in reward clubs and earn free items and discounts on products. Join today!

TFM Store 1 Center Store
40. We're Only Getting Better!

Forty years in and we continue to improve. Our brand-new store in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, is the proof. Bright and shiny and featuring our innovative new layout (also on display at our flagship store in Greensboro, NC), this new store is a sensory experience for guests. You can't miss the culinary kitchen and Roasting Plant Coffee's Javabot!