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Fresh from the ovens this morning we have cinnamon croissants, cranberry orange walnut muffins, croissant sandwiches (with Beechwood smoked ham and Emmenthaler swiss cheese) and butter croissants.
Bring a Bag, Feed a Family
In one year, our “Bring a Bag, Feed a Family” program has raised $2,244.06 for Hancock County food pantries. Of this amount, $738.00 was contributed by Rooster Brother onbehalf of people bringing their own bags to use for their purchases. $1,723.06 was given by customers as additional donations.
This amount will provide almost 11 tons of food for our neighbors in need. Thank you for participating in this program!
News from the Coffee Roaster
The past few months have been an exciting time here at Rooster Brother. We have completed the renovation of our coffee service area. There are now beautiful Freshwater Pearl granite countertops and a magnificent La Marzocco espresso machine in place. We are ready to make you the best espresso drinks you’ve ever had. Our baristas are standing by to pull you that perfect shot of our exclusive espresso blend or delicious Cappuccinos, Lattes and Mochas. Our machine is also capable of whipping up a rich, creamy cup of delicious Hot Chocolate - made with Bensdorp cocoa and bittersweet chocolate or a soothing Chai Latte made with silky, frothed milk.
Kona coffee. This 100% extra fancy coffee from Kona Star Farms, in Holualoa, Hawaii results in a very smooth, flavorful, and rich & creamy brew. We are offering this coffee now at a special "Hawaii Five-O" price of $19.98 per pound. (This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Hawaiian statehood). For more about it or to order, click here.
Have you tried our
Ultimate Chocolate Dessert?
We developed this flourless chocolate cake to celebrate Rooster Brother’s seventeenth anniversary. It was such a hit we had to keep making it. It’s fabulous with Fran’s raspberry syrup and a glass of Brachetto d’Aqui. It stores well in the freezer and keeps for at least a week in the fridge. To order, click here.
Brachetto d'Acqui is a unique red sparkling wine. Sweet and appealing, Brachetto may be enjoyed as a delicious aperitif, between-meal or after-dinner sparkler. Aromatic with a hint of rose petals and raspberries, Banfi Brachetto d'Acqui is perhaps the only wine in the world that marries well with chocolate, especially dark or bittersweet. Delightful, vivacious and aromatic, it can also be enjoyed with strawberries, fruit salads and a wide range of desserts.
or our famous
Molasses Ginger Cookies
Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies - A sublime combination of Callebaut bittersweet chocolate and our own roasted pecans.
George and Pamela recently returned from the International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago. They found many new and interesting products. They were particularly impressed by the increased attention to green and environment- friendly products and the number of items made in the United States. Some of those new items:
Haeger Potteries “NaturalStone” bakeware: glazed exterior with natural, unglazed pottery interior for even distribution of heat and excellent baking results. Haeger Potteries has been in business in Illinois since 1871 and is currently owned by the great granddaughter of the founder. We have in stock rectangular and square baking dishes, pie plates, muffin pans and pizza stones. The pizza stones have the unique features of handles for easy removal from the oven and a back stop to prevent the pizza from sliding off.
American Kitchen Made by Regal Ware in Wisconsin, USA
Regular price $400 Introductory Special $199.95
(Also available separately)
For a long time we have carried what we believe are the finest peanuts available from the Peanut Shop of Williamsburg, Virginia. We visited their booth in Chicago and have added a couple new products to our shelves.
NEW 2oz shelled peanut packages, a perfect snack for on the go. For a sweeter bite we now have the 2oz Peanut Crunch Bar.
We also selected the Peanut Shop’s reformulated Wasabi Spiced Peanuts which they have packaged both by themselves and as a blend called YIN & YANG where they are mixed with Sweet Praline Glazed Peanuts.
New Traina dried fruits arrive at Rooster Brother
As a California grower, sun dryer and packer, Traina Foods controls all the steps involved in producing sun dried fruit. Their products start with the finest naturally ripened California grown fruit. They are washed, sorted, cut and placed on redwood drying trays to dry slowly, naturally under the sun. The result is a brilliant, intensely flavored sun dried fruit packed with health benefits. All of Traina Foods' sun dried fruit is produced under a strict HACCP program and is Kosher Certified.
Now available at Rooster Brother: sun dried Bing Cherries, Dark Raisins, Pears, Nectarines and Peaches.
New in our deli:
Smokey Blue cheese a cow's milk cheese from Oregon, USA Rogue Creamery cold smokes this award winning blue for 16 hours over hazelnut shells from the Pacific Northwest. The result is a balance of sweet caramel and hazelnut flavors that magically contrast the sharpness of the blue cheese. Excellent crumbled on top of a grilled burger or simply layer slices on a French baguette.
Cabot Clothbound Cheddar cheese
To read about all of the cheeses we offer, please click here.
Also in our deli:
Blue Seal Kielbasa
"I grew up eating Kielbasa and this is definitely the best there is. So we had to have it here at Rooster Brother. In fact, it’s so good we didn’t need to make it ourselves! Paired with our Andouille it makes the most sublime gumbo, or with duck, a killer choucroute."
-George
Sausages:
All hand made by us upstairs in our kitchen. We use only the best ingredients. We never add fillers or preservatives. There are six different varieties each crafted from authentic traditional recipes for that type of sausage.
Sweet Italian – Great straight off the grill or in sauces.
Hot Italian – Sweet with a kick.
Lamb – An Armenian recipe with bulgur and spices.
Chorizo – A very spicy sausage, like the Spanish chorizo fresco. Essential for meat-based paellas.
Andouille – The Cajun sausage used in gumbo. Ours is not smoked.
If you are going to grill our sausages, or any sausage for that matter, grill them slowly over low heat. Never prick them with a fork; that lets all the flavorful juices out. Cook to an internal temperature of 155 degrees, then wrap in foil and rest for five minutes.
New Item upstairs:
Down East Doormats
Made from recycled lobster trap float-rope
Float-rope is used by lobstermen to tether multiple traps together on the ocean floor. The problem with float-rope is that it can entangle whales, which sometimes leads to their injury or death. Now, Maine lobstermen are required to replace float-rope with sink-rope. Finally, without an appropriate recycling outlet, hundreds of thousands of pounds of this turned-in float-rope could end up in Maine landfills.
With government funds, the Gulf of Maine Lobster Foundation purchases turned-in float-rope from Maine lobstermen. Then the rope is collected and turned into terrific, colorful and virtually indestructible doormats.
These mats come in various bright colors and in 2 sizes 18”x30” and 24”x36”
A wine of exceptional value selling very well in the store right now is:
Leese-Fitch
2007 California Cabernet Sauvignon
What a deal! This is a great big fruit bomb with just enough finesse in the finish to make it seem like it should be a lot more expensive than it is.
OUR HOURS
Monday-Saturday, 9:30-5:30; weekdays at 7:30 AM downstairs.
We will be closed Friday, January 1.
Thank you for your support,
George, Pamela and the staff at Rooster Brother
Fresh from the ovens this morning we have cinnamon croissants, cranberry orange walnut muffins, croissant sandwiches (with Beechwood smoked ham and Emmenthaler swiss cheese) and butter croissants.
Bring a Bag, Feed a Family
In one year, our “Bring a Bag, Feed a Family” program has raised $2,244.06 for Hancock County food pantries. Of this amount, $738.00 was contributed by Rooster Brother on
Publish Post
This amount will provide almost 11 tons of food for our neighbors in need. Thank you for participating in this program!
News from the Coffee Roaster
The past few months have been an exciting time here at Rooster Brother. We have completed the renovation of our coffee service area. There are now beautiful Freshwater Pearl granite countertops and a magnificent La Marzocco espresso machine in place. We are ready to make you the best espresso drinks you’ve ever had. Our baristas are standing by to pull you that perfect shot of our exclusive espresso blend or delicious Cappuccinos, Lattes and Mochas. Our machine is also capable of whipping up a rich, creamy cup of delicious Hot Chocolate - made with Bensdorp cocoa and bittersweet chocolate or a soothing Chai Latte made with silky, frothed milk.
Kona coffee. This 100% extra fancy coffee from Kona Star Farms, in Holualoa, Hawaii results in a very smooth, flavorful, and rich & creamy brew. We are offering this coffee now at a special "Hawaii Five-O" price of $19.98 per pound. (This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Hawaiian statehood). For more about it or to order, click here.
Have you tried our
Ultimate Chocolate Dessert?
We developed this flourless chocolate cake to celebrate Rooster Brother’s seventeenth anniversary. It was such a hit we had to keep making it. It’s fabulous with Fran’s raspberry syrup and a glass of Brachetto d’Aqui. It stores well in the freezer and keeps for at least a week in the fridge. To order, click here.
Brachetto d'Acqui is a unique red sparkling wine. Sweet and appealing, Brachetto may be enjoyed as a delicious aperitif, between-meal or after-dinner sparkler. Aromatic with a hint of rose petals and raspberries, Banfi Brachetto d'Acqui is perhaps the only wine in the world that marries well with chocolate, especially dark or bittersweet. Delightful, vivacious and aromatic, it can also be enjoyed with strawberries, fruit salads and a wide range of desserts.
or our famous
Molasses Ginger Cookies
Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies - A sublime combination of Callebaut bittersweet chocolate and our own roasted pecans.
George and Pamela recently returned from the International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago. They found many new and interesting products. They were particularly impressed by the increased attention to green and environment- friendly products and the number of items made in the United States. Some of those new items:
Haeger Potteries “NaturalStone” bakeware: glazed exterior with natural, unglazed pottery interior for even distribution of heat and excellent baking results. Haeger Potteries has been in business in Illinois since 1871 and is currently owned by the great granddaughter of the founder. We have in stock rectangular and square baking dishes, pie plates, muffin pans and pizza stones. The pizza stones have the unique features of handles for easy removal from the oven and a back stop to prevent the pizza from sliding off.
American Kitchen Made by Regal Ware in Wisconsin, USA
- Stainless steel pans with heavy-gauge aluminum base, encapsulated between two layers of 18/10 stainless steel
- Tempered glass lids
- Capacity marks etched inside pans
- For use on all cooking surfaces, including induction
- Oven safe to 500 degrees, 400 degrees for non-stick
Regular price $400 Introductory Special $199.95
(Also available separately)
For a long time we have carried what we believe are the finest peanuts available from the Peanut Shop of Williamsburg, Virginia. We visited their booth in Chicago and have added a couple new products to our shelves.
NEW 2oz shelled peanut packages, a perfect snack for on the go. For a sweeter bite we now have the 2oz Peanut Crunch Bar.
We also selected the Peanut Shop’s reformulated Wasabi Spiced Peanuts which they have packaged both by themselves and as a blend called YIN & YANG where they are mixed with Sweet Praline Glazed Peanuts.
New Traina dried fruits arrive at Rooster Brother
As a California grower, sun dryer and packer, Traina Foods controls all the steps involved in producing sun dried fruit. Their products start with the finest naturally ripened California grown fruit. They are washed, sorted, cut and placed on redwood drying trays to dry slowly, naturally under the sun. The result is a brilliant, intensely flavored sun dried fruit packed with health benefits. All of Traina Foods' sun dried fruit is produced under a strict HACCP program and is Kosher Certified.
Now available at Rooster Brother: sun dried Bing Cherries, Dark Raisins, Pears, Nectarines and Peaches.
New in our deli:
Smokey Blue cheese a cow's milk cheese from Oregon, USA Rogue Creamery cold smokes this award winning blue for 16 hours over hazelnut shells from the Pacific Northwest. The result is a balance of sweet caramel and hazelnut flavors that magically contrast the sharpness of the blue cheese. Excellent crumbled on top of a grilled burger or simply layer slices on a French baguette.
Cabot Clothbound Cheddar cheese
Using traditional British methods of wrapping and aging the cheese in bandages, Cabot’s Clothbound Cheddar is aged for twelve months in Jasper Hill Farms’ private cellars. The result is spectacular enough to garnish this cheese the Best in Show award at the 2006 American Cheese Society competition. Sharp and creamy, this cheddar doesn’t so much melt in your mouth as it does coat every surface with caramelized luxury.
To read about all of the cheeses we offer, please click here.
Also in our deli:
Blue Seal Kielbasa
"I grew up eating Kielbasa and this is definitely the best there is. So we had to have it here at Rooster Brother. In fact, it’s so good we didn’t need to make it ourselves! Paired with our Andouille it makes the most sublime gumbo, or with duck, a killer choucroute."
-George
Sausages:
All hand made by us upstairs in our kitchen. We use only the best ingredients. We never add fillers or preservatives. There are six different varieties each crafted from authentic traditional recipes for that type of sausage.
Sweet Italian – Great straight off the grill or in sauces.
Hot Italian – Sweet with a kick.
Lamb – An Armenian recipe with bulgur and spices.
Chorizo – A very spicy sausage, like the Spanish chorizo fresco. Essential for meat-based paellas.
Andouille – The Cajun sausage used in gumbo. Ours is not smoked.
If you are going to grill our sausages, or any sausage for that matter, grill them slowly over low heat. Never prick them with a fork; that lets all the flavorful juices out. Cook to an internal temperature of 155 degrees, then wrap in foil and rest for five minutes.
Down East Doormats
Made from recycled lobster trap float-rope
Float-rope is used by lobstermen to tether multiple traps together on the ocean floor. The problem with float-rope is that it can entangle whales, which sometimes leads to their injury or death. Now, Maine lobstermen are required to replace float-rope with sink-rope. Finally, without an appropriate recycling outlet, hundreds of thousands of pounds of this turned-in float-rope could end up in Maine landfills.
With government funds, the Gulf of Maine Lobster Foundation purchases turned-in float-rope from Maine lobstermen. Then the rope is collected and turned into terrific, colorful and virtually indestructible doormats.
These mats come in various bright colors and in 2 sizes 18”x30” and 24”x36”
A wine of exceptional value selling very well in the store right now is:
Leese-Fitch
2007 California Cabernet Sauvignon
What a deal! This is a great big fruit bomb with just enough finesse in the finish to make it seem like it should be a lot more expensive than it is.
OUR HOURS
Monday-Saturday, 9:30-5:30; weekdays at 7:30 AM downstairs.
We will be closed Friday, January 1.
Thank you for your support,
George, Pamela and the staff at Rooster Brother
