Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe Good Stuff Blog http://www.cardullos.com Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:48:36 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2-ppt (info@mypapit.net) http://www.cardullos.com/themed/cardullos/img/template/cardullos-email-logo.gif http://www.cardullos.com http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/cardullos-featured-in-harvard-square-chocolate-tour Boston Chocolate Tours recently featured Cardullos in a Harvard Square chocolate tasting event. "Confessions of a Chocoholic" blogger Bianca Garcia shared an extensive writeup of her delectable diversion, including mouth-watering pictures and descriptions of each stop along the tour.  She details not only the Bonnat Puerto Cabello Estate 75% Cocoa Bar she sampled, but also the wide selection of cheese at Cardullos' cheese counter. We at Cardullos are honored to be included on the Boston Choco... Cardullos Staff Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:00:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/free-shipping-on-all-orders-over-50 From now until September 14th, all orders over $50 qualify for free shipping. With over 20 gift basket options and over 250 gourmet food offerings, we have something for everyone! For over 60 years, Cardullo’s has brought you the finest selections from both sides of the Atlantic, from Bar-Le-Duc to Boston Honey. We’re now pleased to offer you free shipping on your entire selection of products when you spend $50 or more* Enter Coupon Code: FS2Q310 *Free shipping and handling appli... Cardullos Staff Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:26:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/give-a-gift-get-a-gift From now until August 24th, a gift for them is a gift for you. For each gift basket you purchase, we’ll send you a complimentary Chocolate Le Whif Inhaler!* In case you haven’t heard, Le Whif is the latest buzz for chocolate lovers everywhere. It’s a rich powdered chocolate experience that you don't eat- you inhale! Each Le Whif comes ready to use in a stylishly portable inhaler and best of all, there’s no calories. Enter coupon code: LW2Q310 *Product will be sent via USPS to billin... Cardullos Staff Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:53:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/cardullos-gourmet-shoppe-announces-store-wide-summer-sale Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe is having our first annual summer clearance sale in the shoppe's 60 year rich history. We are offering 20% off every item that the store sells.  This sale includes all deli sandwiches-even the $130.00 "Catherine the Great” made with Sevruga caviar and Crème Fraiche on a fresh Baguette. Donez wanted a way to give back to the community and offer their over 3000 gourmet products and deli items to everyone.  " I am sure we will have plenty of people looking for that h... Cardullos Staff Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:30:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/hot-dog-a-coke-50-cents Remember when you could get a hot dog for less than a dollar? Thursday April 1st through Sunday April 4th, come into the shoppe between 2pm and 6pm and get a hot dog and an 8 ozcan of soda for only $.50!* *One per customer please, limited quantities available, additional hot dog and cokes are available for $3.00. Cardullos Staff Thu, 01 Apr 2010 09:17:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/its-our-60th-anniversary On April 1st, 1950, Frank N. Cardullo opened the shoppe in Harvard square. 60 years later it is still family owned and operated, now in the third generation!Every anniversary deserves a party, and we're throwing one for SIX WEEKS! The party calendar is below, and check back here for the latest information as things progress.Party CalendarApril 1st – The Birthday – special samplings of all kinds and introducing www.cardullos.comWeek 1 – The 1950’s April 1-7: Special 1950 style prices for a... Cardullos Staff Thu, 01 Apr 2010 09:00:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/3-19-friday-spring-fever-fabulous-hosts Hi Friends!  Spring is in the air, we survived the rain and St. Patrick’s Day, some of us are still on Spring break, right now only one thing is for certain… Spring whites are here and we will all taste them together this Friday from 5-7!  Tasting at Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe in the boutique wine and craft beer section is becoming a tradition in the Square! We welcome you into our home and treat you like part of our family. This week we are mindful of what makes a fabulous host. We believe a... Cardullos Staff Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:01:00 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/45 Le Whif is SOLD OUT! Due to overwhelming demand for Le Whif, we sold out of Le Whif in just 3 short days! We expect the next shipment to arrive at the end of this week. If you would like to place an order 2008 Clayhouse Adobe White Central Coast Blend Cardullos Staff Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:02:09 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/44 Last week Harvard Professor David Edwards launched the super cool "Le Whif" breathable chocolate and coffee, and Cardullo's was there with the exclusive launch in the Boston area. Here's a quick roundup of what people were saying about Le Whif. link 1link 2link 3 2008 Clayhouse Adobe White Central Coast Blend Cardullos Staff Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:57:57 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/312-friday-new-gourmet-irish-style Hey, it's Eileen, I just wanted to extend an invitation to you for this Fridays tasting 5-7pm. Tomorrow will be the highlight of the week in the shoppe! I’ve been doing my homework, lots of tasting (tough), a cooking class (more tough), and I am ready to serve! Every good party needs a theme…”New Gourmet, Irish Style” will be sure to please. If you are curious, thirsty, hungry and fun-loving stop by!  That’s all the details I’ll dish, be here or be square! Cheers,EileenYour Wine Gal @... Cardullos Staff Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:15:20 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/february-wine-tasting-series-226-sure-bets-and-lamb It’s true! We love gambling but not when it comes to our gourmet food and wine!Our family is still very excited about our favorite “Sure Bet” picks in our craft beer and artisan wine section of the shoppe. Ricky and Mike go all in for the super Chilean Blend Calcu $15.99, Alex is all in for Risque Toad Hollow’s sparkling wine $19.99, Sadie is betting on Farnum Hill Farmhouse Cider $11.50, Andrew is cashing in on Michel Gassier Nostre Pais Costieres de Nimes $22.99, Francis is all in for... Cardullos Staff Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:37:24 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/saturday-tasting-lucero-olive-oil-and-vinegar-2-20-1 Lucero Olive Oil, LLC is the result of four generations of farming and producing olives in Northern California. The rural community of Corning, “The Olive Capital,” has some of the oldest olive trees in California, and many of these century-old trees continue to flourish in the Lucero family groves. Dewey’s maternal grandfather, has been one of the foremost olive growers in Northern California (since 1946 ~ 62 years), owning his own nursery for over 27 years. He grew a majority of the olive... Cardullos Staff Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:09:11 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/february-wine-tasting-series-2-19-poker-play-no-poker-face-just-good-wine Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe February wine tasting continues this Friday, February 19th from 5pm-7pm, and we are dealing out some sure bets. While poker is a game of betting… buying wine and craft beer at our Shoppe is the hand that will make you go all in! As we countdown to Spring, all of us at Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe are offering ideas you can cash in on, time to throw a Poker Night; raise the stakes and deal out a blind tasting at home! Wine, like Poker, can be intimidating but the more... Cardullos Staff Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:50:07 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/udge-tasting-friday-night-4-12 Come by tomorrow night (Friday, 2/12) and sample some of our delicious fudge! Noah Munro will be here giving out samples and will be available to answer absolutely any question you could ever have about fudge! While you are in, stop by the wine section for a special Valentines day wine tasting and hints for planning an amazing home cooked meal for him or her. http://www.cardullos.com/all/february-wine-tasting-series-2-12-make-this-valentines-day-your-big-night-in � Cardullos Staff Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:10:11 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/february-wine-tasting-series-2-12-make-this-valentines-day-your-big-night-in Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe’s February wine tasting this Friday, February 12th from 4pm to 7pm, will be featuring lovely seductive wines for you to enjoy this Valentine’s Day! We all got together and shared our favorite Valentine’s Day memories and agreed the best gifts come straight from the heart. Why not cook for your significant other this year and have a “Big Night In”? Cooking is a personal way to show just how much you care. � Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe is full of ideas to mak... Cardullos Staff Wed, 10 Feb 2010 04:49:51 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/february-wine-tasting-series-2-5-football-valentines Punxsutawney Phil made the prediction, six more weeks of winter. Why not let Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe supply you with some great products to enjoy those cold winter nights! It is time to start planning your “Big Night In” this Valentine’s Day…but let’s not forget Super Bowl weekend! � Cardullos Gourmet Shoppe’s February wine tasting this Friday, February 5th from 5pm to 7pm, will be catering to your football fare! This tasting will feature Sam Adams new seasonal Noble Pils and ... Cardullos Staff Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:36:16 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/january-wine-tasting-series-new-vegan New Year, New You! Come into the store tonight from 5-7pm (Friday, January 29) to taste our newest reds, including a healthy and delicious vegan option! 2007 Ravines Cab FrancNew York Winery: Classic fruit driven style with rhubarb, pomegranate, & cranberry on the palate. Finishes with some soft tannins with a touch of white pepper spice. Pairs well with camembert, goat cheese, and Mediterranean fare. $22.99 � 2008 Scarlet Rrunner ShirazVegan and organic: McLaren Vale, Australia. 8%... Cardullos Staff Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:26:23 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/34 Happy New Year!Cheers to James Townsend our December Buy Wine, Win Wine Raffle Winner! Wines from Jumilla, SpainCardullos Gourmet Shoppe’s January wine tasting will really be an “eye-opener” this Friday, January 8th from 4pm to 7pm, offering our guests a blind taste of a special mystery grape.“Just look at those meaty grapes!” is the only clue we are giving you. Come by on Friday and explore the wines of Jumilla, Spain. Share your stories with wines you enjoyed over the holidays and... Cardullos Staff Wed, 13 Jan 2010 03:10:57 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/january-wine-tasting-series-new-year-new-you Organic & Biodynamic Beer & Wine Cardullo's January wine tasting continues on Friday January 15th, from 4-7 pm with ways to re-invent yourself this new year. Come in for a taste of our favorite Organic Beer, Organic Cider, and Rhone biodynamic wine! Peak Organic Pale AleCitrusy floral nose with ahigh percentage of caramelmalt enhancing the finish. $11.96 Sam Smith’s Organic CiderHigh in anti-oxidants & gluten free.Light body with a floral bouquet andfresh apple crisp clean finish. $4.95 ... Cardullos Staff Wed, 13 Jan 2010 03:10:57 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/january-wine-tasting-series-experience-spain Happy New Year!Cheers to James Townsend our December Buy Wine, Win Wine Raffle Winner! Wines from Jumilla, SpainCardullos Gourmet Shoppe’s January wine tasting will really be an “eye-opener” this Friday, January 8th from 4pm to 7pm, offering our guests a blind taste of a special mystery grape.“Just look at those meaty grapes!” is the only clue we are giving you. Come by on Friday and explore the wines of Jumilla, Spain. Share your stories with wines you enjoyed over the holidays and... Cardullos Staff Thu, 07 Jan 2010 16:39:01 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/december-wine-tasting-series-sparklers Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe's December wine tasting series is continuing through the holidays with a sparkling wine tasting - the perfect special occasion wine to celebrate the new year! Since New Year's Day falls on our typical Friday tasting days, we will hold this week's tasting on Wednesday, December 30th from 4pm to 7pm, offering customers a taste of two fun, crisp, dance-on-your-palate sparking wines to welcome in 2010! Come by and start your celebration with us a few days early! ... Cardullos Staff Mon, 28 Dec 2009 08:21:02 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/merry-christmas All of us here at Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe would like to wish each of you a very Merry Christmas and Holiday Season! We hope you enjoy the special treats we've offered all season long! We're so happy to have been able to be part of your holiday celebrations. May your stomachs be filled with delicious meals and treats as you celebrate surrounded by your loved ones, and best wishes for a happy, healthy and heart-warming holiday! Cardullos Staff Thu, 24 Dec 2009 20:21:51 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/december-wine-tasting-series-port Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe's December wine tasting series is continuing through the holidays with a port tasting - a wonderful sweet treat for the holidays - on Tuesday! We're having our weekly wine tasting a little early this week to help customers pick up wines in time for the holiday weekend! Tomorrow, Tuesday, December 22nd, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., we will offer customers a taste of two delightful ports, particularly suitable for the season! Port is perfect for this time of year wi... Cardullos Staff Mon, 21 Dec 2009 10:16:23 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/930 4) Cardullo’s Gourmet Shoppe: Tucked under a striped awning on Brattle St., Cardullo’s squeezes a mountain of epicurean delight into a very small space. On one side, fresh-baked breads, chocolate-packed cookies and wheels of cheese are packed temptingly into glass cases, and towering shelves hold jars of olives, mustards and jams. On the other, a selection of wine shares space with racks of Swiss chocolate and British biscuits. When former city-dwellers who have... Cardullos Staff Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:36:54 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/december-wine-tasting-series-holiday-treat-pairings Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe will continue Friday Night Tastings through the month of December with a special occasion wine series - perfect for your holiday parties! Starting Friday, December 18th at 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., we will offer customers a taste of two delicious and traditional holiday treats complete with wine pairings, perfect to bring to parties or serve to your guests this holiday! � Nino France Rustico Prosecco NV, Valdobbiadene (perfect with a lovely panettone) In Veneto... Cardullos Staff Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:15:43 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/december-wine-tasting-series-2 Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe will continue Friday Night Tastings through the month of December with a special occasion wine series - perfect host and hostess gifts for your holiday parties! Starting today at 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., we will offer customers a taste of two wines, a soft, dry and fruity 2007 Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’abruzzo and a sweet and citrus-y 2008 Saracco Moscato D'Asti, perfect for book-ending any meal. � 2007 Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’abruzzo T... Cardullos Staff Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:07:45 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/december-wine-tasting-series We will continue our Friday Night Tastings through the month of December with a special wine series! Starting today at 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., our wine steward, Eileen, will help customers taste and navigate their way through some delightful seasonal and holiday appropriate wines, perfect for a nice evening meal or a formal holiday party. Tonight's tasting will include: 2009 Beaujolais Nouveau Georges Duboeuf 'Tis the season! This light, fruity red wine made from Beaujolais region Gamay... Cardullos Staff Fri, 04 Dec 2009 14:50:10 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/holiday-giveaway We want to help you celebrate your New Year in style! For the entire month of December, Cardullo’s Gourmet Shoppe is giving customers a chance to win a bottle of wine from our special reserve selection (valued at over $150) to enjoy while counting down the new year. Every 750ml bottle of wine purchased during the month of December gives each customer one (1) free entry into the raffle - of course, the more you enter the better your chances of winning! Just be sure to pick up your raffle fro... Cardullos Staff Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:24:59 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/advent-calendars-for-the-holidays Every holiday season, Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe carries a variety of different advent calendars. From cute and fun to more traditional ones, we're bursting with advent calendars with hidden treats. This year is no different - and we are excited to help continue a fun tradition that is thought to have begun with the German Lutherans, who, as early as the beginning of the 19th century, would count down the 24 days of Advent physically by making a mark on a door in chalk every day. The first ... Cardullos Staff Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:24:36 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/cardullos-in-the-globe We are thrilled to have been mentioned in the Boston Globe's Food Section this past week. Featuring an interview with the author/editor of the new book, “Harvard Square: An Illustrated History Since 1950’’, Mo Lotman talks about some of the great long-standing institutions left in Harvard Square, including us! We were actually lucky enough to receive an advance copy of the book a few weeks ago, and we love the beautiful photos of the store, both inside and out, and the very thoughtful i... Cardullos Staff Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:53:45 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/happy-thanksgiving The owners and employees of Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe want to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. We give thanks for our health, our families, our friends, our great staff and you, our loyal and dedicated customers. Best wishes! Cardullos Staff Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:54:50 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/friday-night-tastings We're starting a new Cardullo's tradition in the store! Every Friday night from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. we will have a tasting of one of our amazing products - we're not just limiting it to wine and beer (although we will certainly keep doing those!), we will also be running tastings for some of our chocolates, cheeses, hot chocolates, coffees, teas... the possibilities are endless! Check back every week to find out what we delicious product we will be sharing with you - we hope to see you in the Sh... Cardullos Staff Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:53:10 +0100 http://www.cardullos.com/blog/view/cardullos-is-getting-a-new-site We're working on launching a new site and we're excited to share it with all of you! Keep on coming back - we can't wait to hear what you think! Cardullos Staff Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:44:45 +0100