WINE & FOOD CORNER BLOG

Whether you’re hosting a Superbowl Party, or you’re attending a party and need to take something, much of what you need is on sale at Wohlner’s. Plus we have easy recipes for appetizers with a wow factor.

Amazing cocktails for an amazing fruit.

Named blood oranges because the flesh has a very deep red color, but more often they have areas of dark red and areas of orange.

Husker Chops are perfect for stuffing with delicious ingredients. Nice enough for a dinner party or event, easy and fast enough for a weeknight meal.

This little red pepper is so sweet and cherry-flavored that you'll swear it's been soaked in Kool-Aid.

Patak’s jarred Indian Cooking Sauces make authentic Indian Food easy any night of the week.

Here is a easy and economical meal which will deliciously remind of Stroganoff.

London Broil is a very lean cut which is both moist and flavorful if not over-cooked.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen that before. Seems Mahi Mahi is something you only savor at an upscale restaurant, at an upscale price, too---that is until Wohlner’s put it on sale this week.

This week Wohlner’s has wild, sustainabley line caught, Alaskan King Salmon at a super sale price. King Salmon is prized because it has a nicely balanced flavor and is loaded with Omega 3 fatty acids which are both heart healthy and brain healthy

Your schedule this week is focused on New Year celebrations, football bowl games, and parties. With that in mind Wohlner’s has recipe ideas and grocery specials to help you entertain and celebrate.

Christmas is just around the corner. Whether you are going traditional or looking for something different, we have a few recipes that are sure to please many palates.

Why do we never make duck at home? Why only enjoy it at a restaurant, and even then only on a rare occasion? It’s so delicious, easy to make, and very affordable at home, plus it’s on sale this week. Why not invite some friends over for an easy dinner where you WOW them with a memorable duck breast dinner. You could skip the sauce, but it is a classic presentation because it is so good and it can be made while the seared breast rests.

Featured in the ad this week are a wide array of cheeses that are sure to please any palate. Naturally, we have curetted a few recipes that are complimented very nicely by these cheeses.

Thanksgiving is almost here, and you know what that means - Food! This week we have especially delicious recipes that are sure to be a hit at your dinner.

It’s 1926 Albert Wohlner’s Grocery Store and Meat Market was located at 33rd and California Street. Albert, Mike’s grandfather, was supplying meat to a notorious in speakeasy and gambling joint in Omaha (he had to sell to them because they made him one those offers you can’t refuse, capisce.)

Crazy Mike is both creative and a perfectionist when it comes to Brats. He spent all of October perfecting 4 new Brat creations. So just in time for November Wohlner’s comes out with their Oktoberfest Brats. Hey didn’t your mom tell that good things come to those who wait. Well these 4 new Brats are worth the wait!!

Looking for a quick weeknight dinner or something delicious to eat while the Huskers reign over Michigan State? Here is an easy to make and excellent recipe. Plus this healthier and doesn’t have all the extra and unknown chicken parts that you may get at a fast food joint.

Join us Thursday, October 27^th at 6:30 pm for a Lidia Bastianich Wine Tasting Dinner!

Lidia is a famous New York restaurateur, cookbook author, and host of Lidia’s Italian Kitchen on PBS.  Curtis Reis is flying in from St. Louis to present the program. A special wine is paired with each of the 4 courses; some are the wines Lidia and her son import.  Make reservations early because this event should be a sellout.  See menu and details on page 4 of this week’s flyer.  Call Wohlner’s Aksarben Village deli to reserve your place.  402-551-6875

Read on for this week’s menu ideas – what to do with London Broil and Scallops!

This week let's try the foods of the Greek gods, traditional Indian tandoori bread, the flavors of the USA southern country and back to Omaha for great pork chops! Read on for some great recipes, all on sale this week at Wohlner's!

This week’s featured event is Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing
Thursday, August 4th
Music by:  Steven Raybine.

Looking to pack the perfect picnic for this week’s Jazz on the Green? Look no further – the underlined items are on sale this week at Wohlner’s! Don't feel like packing and picnic? Wohlner's has a booth setup in 31st Ave ready to serve you! We are grilling homemade brats, pulled pork sandwiches and plenty of drinks to go around! Come by and see us!

A few weeks ago lamb shoulder chops were on sale and Mike said you all bought a heck of a lot of lamb!  That week we featured a recipe which seasoned the lamb with cumin and coriander—that spice combination and the results were fantastic.  This week we have some more recipes with cumin and coriander.

Events, Events and More Events around Wohlner’s

This week's spotlight event is Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing!

J azz on the Green at Midtown Crossing Thursday, July 28th
Music by:  Sugar Thieves
Grab your wine at Wohlner’s in Midtown Crossing before heading down to Turner Park! This lively band is a crowd favorite so be sure to bring your dancing shoes!
Wohlner's is also proud to serve pulled-pork sandwiches, brats and other grill favorites every week in our booth located on 31st Ave!

Jazz on the Green kicks off Thursday, July 7th:  Turner Park at Midtown Crossing every Thursday through August 11th!
This week: Tiempo Libre. 
Buy your food, wine and beer at Wohlner’s Midtown Crossing store or stop at Wohlner’s “Booth on the Green” where we’ll be selling Italian Sausage and Brats.  And even if you forget your wine opener, stop at our booth and we will let you borrow ours! 

All Jazz on the Green shows will take place Thursday evenings, from July 7 to August 11, starting at 7 p.m. Venue opens at 5 p.m. Thousands of free parking spaces are available starting at 4:30 p.m.  For more information visit www.midtowncrossing.com

Got Lamb? 
Affordable and Delicious Lamb Shoulder Chops on the grill—2 ways
I love lamb!   Yet the only time I have it is when at a party or  dining out.  When lamb is so delicious, why are those the only times we eat lamb.  This week Wohlner’s has Lamb Shoulder Chops in the ad, they’re great on the grill, they cook quickly, and they’re very affordable.  If you’ve never had lamb shoulder chops then here’s your chance to treat yourself to lamb.  It’s more than good enough to serve to company, and its fast and affordable enough to serve on a weeknight.  No more excuses not to eat lamb!