Sunterra Market

APRIL 2015

FRESH PICK

Sweet, juicy pineapple conjurs up memories of beaches past and leaves

us tropical dreaming.

elly Long and husband Pieter Spinder knew they had to change the name of their gourmet bison company – Wild Rose Meats.

“Born and raised Albertans would never have named it that!” Kelly laughs, her dark hair swaying as she moves in her chair.

Although neither is from Alberta, (he’s from Holland and she’s from Ontario), Pieter and Kelly both made Peace River their home and raised bison, having about 1,000 head in the late ‘90s. The plan was to sell directly to consumers; farm gating was common in the immature bison industry. With a great tasting product – lean, nutrient dense bison, business was about to boom.

But then their bubble burst. Or rather, the whole bison bubble burst. The bottom fell out of the market after over speculation and oversupply, and animals that used to be worth thousands were now worth fractions of that. Meat prices plunged as producers cleared out their herds. Knowing they needed to adapt, Kelly started working on a new research and business plan and found a lot of potential.

“I thought oh my God, it could be so much more,” she says with passion.

FEATURE STORY

BY NATASHA COUSIN

K The first step was a new name. There was an unnamed creek on their ranch, so onto a chalkboard went 40 potential names, many including creek. A focus group of assorted industry professionals chose Carmen Creek, and it just went from there, says Kelly. They started working with a mentor, focusing on wholesale and food service in Europe, Canada and the U.S. The company grew exponentially year after year, and was acquired by Golden Bison in 2012, injecting the company with more capital for growth and bison promotion.

Today Carmen Creek has three sprawling ranches in Canada and the United States. The bison roam free and are raised on a natural feed choice program. This means the animals have access to both whole grains and prairie grass grazing, along with pure fresh water. Because bison fat grows around the muscle instead of throughout the muscle as it does in cattle, there is no advantage to fattening bison in feedlots. So the animals are harvested at their natural finished weight, and the meat is certified hormone and antibiotic free.

“Mother Nature knows best,” says Kelly.

Carmen Creek Bison

LEFT TO RIGHT: Bison roaming on a Carmen Creek ranch, lean bison steak, Pieter Spinder and Kelly Long

BakerySingle cookie ($1.19) ................................................................... 48 ptsMuffin, scone, or sliced loaf ........................................................ 72 ptsSquare or brioche cinnamon bun ............................................... 76 ptsScone or muffin 2-pack ............................................................. 124 pts Full square pan .......................................................................... 360 pts All fruit pies (9 in.) ..................................................................... 440 pts

JuiceFresh squeezed juice (470mL)................................................... 140 ptsFresh squeezed juice (940mL)................................................... 240 pts

DeliYogurt & granola cup ................................................................ 132 pts Greek yogurt parfait .................................................................. 140 pts Soup of the day ......................................................................... 156 pts All sandwiches ........................................................................... 260 pts Boxed salad ............................................................................... 320 ptsGrab ‘n’ Go 6 in. bison pot pie ................................................ 360 ptsValbella smokie packs ..................................................... 440 - 560 pts Burger packs ................................................................... 600 - 800 ptsGrab ‘n’ Go 9 in. bison pot pie ................................................ 680 ptsFriday Night Feast for two (1 pack) ........................................ 1,280 pts

april stockboy specialsLotus Foods miso soups (80 g) ................................................ 100 ptsMarcy’s Gourmet croutons (125 g) ........................................... 124 ptsPopCorners (140 g) .................................................................. 116 ptsLotus Foods organic rice bowls (209 g) ................................... 160 ptsLotus Foods organic rice (425 g) ............................................. 212 ptsThe Curry Queen sauces (410 ml)............................................. 256 ptsNonna Pia’s balsamic reductions (250 ml) ................................ 360 pts

april FeaTUReSVillage Cheese (100 g) ............................................................. 112 ptsCalabrese Salami (100 g) ......................................................... 120 pts

The following items can only be redeemed by filling out a redemption form. Ask a cashier or fill one out online at sunterramarket.com

GifT CaRds$20 ........................................................................................... 800 pts$50 ........................................................................................ 2,000 pts$60 ........................................................................................ 2,400 pts$100 ...................................................................................... 4,000 pts $150 ...................................................................................... 6,000 pts$200 ...................................................................................... 8,000 pts

Cooking ClasSesSunterra Lunch ’n’ Learn Cooking Class for 2 (Calgary Only) ........1,360 ptsSunterra Private Cooking Class for 10 ................................ 25,200 pts

CaTered MealsSunterra Catered In-home Dinner for 10 (Standard Menu) .......23,200 ptsSunterra Catered In-home Dinner for 10 (Premium Menu) ......28,000 pts

Pay with points! It’s as easy as pie. Use your Fresh Rewards points at a cashier’s till to take home many of the items below. Sunterra gift cards, cooking classes and catered meals can be paid with points, just not at the till. Ask a cashier for a redemption form or fill one out online at sunterramarket.com

GRILLING GUIDELINES

This tender, lean meat cooks quickly and yields a savoury barbeque flavour that is best enjoyed medium rare.

Rare 57°C (135°F)

Medium Rare63°C (145°F)

Medium 68°C (155°F)

Follow these guidelines to grill the perfect bison steak:

1.) Place steaks (3/4-1 in. thick) on a lightly oiled grill, about 6 in. from the heat source

2.) Cook 3-5 minutes per side (turning only once) or until you reach the following internal temperatures:

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tiP: pineapples pack a viTaMin pUnchPineapples are bursting with vitamin C and manganese, so you can feel good satiating your sweet tooth with slices, spears and chunks, or use pineapple in baking, preserves, smoothies and savoury dishes like stir frys.

FEATURE RECIPE

SMOOTHIE

SERVES 2 TO 3

Freeze the pineapple cubes overnight or at least three to four hours until they are

partially frozen.

Combine the pineapple cubes, ice, juice and sorbet into a blender and

blend until smooth.

Add the coconut milk and blend for another 30 seconds until smooth and

frothy. Serve immediately.

Plus: For an extra boost, add kale, hemp or chia.

2 cups fresh pineapple cubes1 cup crushed ice¾ cup pineapple juice1 scoop pineapple sorbet (optional)¾ cup coconut milk, whisked

TrendspottingBountiful breakfasts, spicy salami and Über-Canadian cheese are some of our favourite things this month.

VILLAGE CHEESEThe Village Cheese Company in Armstrong, B.C. has made cheddar even better with their divine line of flavoured cheddars. Try our top seller — Canadian Maple.

Regular Price $3.49/100gApr. Stockboy Special $2.79/100g

THE CURRY QUEENThe curry queen was born and raised in Calgary, but don’t let that fool you. She makes a mean curry, thanks to hours spent watching her mother perform culinary magic.Regular Price $7.49Apr. Stockboy Special $6.39

April Cooking Class Schedule

CALABRESE SALAMIThis spicy salami has got it going on—coarsely-ground pork? Yes. Liberal helping of red pepper flakes? Double yes. Dry curing with a master salumiere? Yes, for the love of meat, yes!

Regular Price $3.59/100gApr. Stockboy Special $2.99/100g

NONNA PIA’SNonna Pia’s balsamic reductions are slowly infused with fresh fruits and herbs, for a trustworthy taste only Nonna could make. Regular Price $10.69Apr. Stockboy Special $8.99

CALGARY* call 403-263-9759

Apr. 2 Social Kitchen: Easter Entertaining 6 p.m. | $49.99

Apr. 7 Social Kitchen: Hawaiian Luau 6 p.m. | $49.99

Apr. 8 Lunch ‘n’ Learn: Quinoa Salad & Pineapple Mango Salsa Salmon 12 p.m. | $15.99

Apr. 10 Perfectly Paired: Wine & Cheese 5 p.m. | $24.99

Apr. 11 Kids Kitchen: Pizza Party 1 p.m. | $14.99

Apr. 16 Perfectly Paired: Wine & Charcuterie 5 p.m. | $24.99

Apr. 16 Social Kitchen: One Pot Wonders 6 p.m. | $49.99

Apr. 22 Lunch ‘n’ Learn: Kale and Cauliflower Salad & Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin 12 p.m. | $15.99

Apr. 24 Social Kitchen: Vegan Cooking 6 p.m. | $49.99

Apr. 25 Kids Kitchen: Healthy Snacks 1 p.m. | $14.99

Apr. 28 Social Kitchen: Indian Kitchen 6 p.m. | $49.99

EDMONTON* call 780-426-3791

April 21 Indian Kitchen 6:30 p.m. | $49.99

*Calgary classes held at Sunterra Market, Keynote. Edmonton classes held at Sunterra Market, Commerce Place. Visit sunterramarket.com for more information.

MORNING, SUNSHINE

Who needs a snooze button? With savoury breakfast wraps, fresh

fruit, golden hash browns and more waiting for you, you’ll probably become a

morning person.

Friday Night Feast ScheduleAPRIL 3

Tomato basil soup

Shrimp and fettuccini alfredo

Lemon tart with fresh berries

APRIL 10

Maple wasabi Asian noodle salad

Sesame ginger beef rice bowl

Mango mousse

APRIL 17

Kale, lentil and chickpea soup

Valbella chorizo pasta bake with garlic bread

Black Forest cake

APRIL 24

Green chickpea salad

Shoyu roasted salmon fillet with rice pilaf and vegetables

Carrot cake

Enjoy a three-course meal prepared from scratch — just reheat and eat, simple as that. Finally, a meal worthy of the best night of the week.

$15.99 per person. Each bag contains two dinners for $31.98 or 1,280 Fresh Rewards points

Easter MealsP R E P A R E D

SOUP Tuscan bean and roasted garlic

SALAD Strawberry spinach with raspberry poppy seed dressing

ENTREE Maple ginger baked Sunterra Farms spiral ham,

Lyonnaise potatoes and spring vegetable medley orLemon pepper chicken breast, Lyonnaise potatoes and

spring vegetable medley

DESSERT

Fresh berry Pavlova

$23.99 per person or 960 Fresh Rewards points

Order from your local market or online at sunterramarket.com.

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