What’s New at The Merc
There is always something new to share with you about our store. Learn about our new products in Grocery, Deli, Cheese, Bakery, Wellness, Meat & Seafood, and Home & Gift departments.
We've got fresh, organic strawberries back on our shelves. They're so sweet and juicy, we're sure you'll fall in love. They're perfect for any of your recipe needs or just eating raw. Look for berries that are free of bruising, breakd...
One of the joys of working with cheese on a daily basis is trying out new and delicious cheeses from local producers. So when Jason Wiebe dropped by our case with a sample of his aged cheddar, we were deligh...
If you're anything like me, you might have grown up thinking that grapefruit needed about half a pound of sugar in order to make it palatable. When I tried one of these Rio Star grapefruits fresh from Texas, it completely threw that perception out th...
Check out our new Deli Meat of the Week: We've gotten in a beautiful selection of brand-new cured meats from two fantastic producers, La Quercia and Fra'Mani. Each week, we'll be highlighting one of our new beauties with some information and ...
Check out our new Deli Meat of the Week: We've gotten in a beautiful selection of brand-new cured meats from two fantastic producers, La Quercia and Fra'Mani. Each week, we'll be highlighting one of our new beauties with some information and ...
Pummelos, which can also be spelled pomelo or pommelo, is a large, yellow to green citrus that resemble a grapefruit. Grapefruits are actually a cross between a pummelo and an orange, however pummelos are less bitter and more mildly flavored than either ...
The much-anticipated 10-pound bags of navel oranges are back in our produce department. At $8.99 per bag, these super sweet citrus fruits are a great deal, making them only 89 cents per pound! They're so juicy and refreshing, you'll be looking fo...
A little sweet and a little spicy, Ernie's perfectly balanced salsas are a new addition to The Merc! From the tropical tang of their "Hawaiian Pineapple Heat" to the subtle sweetness of their "Gourmet Red," Ernie's has a perfe...
We are happy to introduce Eden's new Crushed Organic Tomatoes in Amber Glass jars! Amber glass, though harder to obtain and less cost effective than regular glass, protects and preserves food by preventing the loss of flavor and color due to light da...
Get a hint of the Southwest with Gringo Jack's excellent cooking sauces! Coming in three distinct varieties - Holy Mole, Sante Fe Green Chile, and Tres Chile - these cooking sauces are perfect for enhancing your favorite Mexican recipes. Gringo Jack&...
Hopeless romantics be warned, all of the trimmings for an unforgettable Valentine's Day have arrived. The ladies of The Merc are swooning over the new display of lush roses, decadent chocolate and sweet treats. Stop in to pick up a treat for tha...
Indigo Wild (Zum), a Kansas City based body care company, is pretty well known around here for their amazing merchandise. Everyone loves the way their products smell and their bath salts are no exception. We have a new display at the front of the store w...
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Stop by The Merc's Deli counter for made-to-order sandwiches (hot and cold),salads, soups and fresh smoothies, coffee or espresso drinks.
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M-SatOur pizzas are created daily on our house made crust with only the freshest ingredients. Every morning our skilled cooks carefully choose two types of pizza to prepare. Check back daily to find out what's hot and ready today.
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Stop by and we will make you a sandwich made to order using our finest meats and cheeses that we also sell for you to take and make at home. Our choose one of our classic Merc Specialty Sandwiches.
Our salad bar is fresh daily with all of the fixings you'll want. We even make our own salad dressings in house.
If you are on the go or just want something easy for dinner tonight. Grab a favorite today!
Take your tongue for a walk on the wild side with this zippy salad featuring local Central Soy tofu & house-made miso vinaigrette. Bright citrus notes set off an umami tsunami whose earthy tones you can ride all the way to a healthy filling lunch. In the evening, try pairing it with some ruby trout from our seafood counter for a meal in minutes. This is one salad you can enjoy around the clock!
Treat your heart and your sweet tooth with this masterful mash-up of flavors. Good-for-you tart cherry juice intertwines with luscious pomegranate and organic chocolate syrups, and then the combination is brought to bubbling life with La Croix sparkling water. Whether the weather is playing at winter or spring, this'll put a pep in your step and make your taste buds sing!
Join us in welcoming an old favorite with a brand new twist: Our beloved chocolate cheesecake is back, and it brought along a brand new crust. That's right, our bakers are stepping up their chocolate game with house-made chocolate graham crackers for the crust. This double chocolate combo will have you hooked!
Co-op Calendar events are listed below. To view all Merc events, click on the View Full Calendar link.
7-9 pm
After a busy day we all want to enjoy a simple healthy dinner. Join Hilary in sampling three dinners that take about 30 minutes each to prepare. First up, a simple Fritatta that includes Vibrant Greens served with Polenta. Next we’ll explore the infinite varieties of Quesadillas - filled and grilled, always with lots of vegetables. Finally, a super simple Curry Dinner to make at home thanks to coconut milk and prepared curry paste. Hilary will serve this with exotic and simple Black Rice. All done in 30!
Taught by: Hilary Kass, MPH
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $18 per person, $16 for Merc Owners & Seniors
2-4 pm
Warm your winter kitchen with Melt-in-Your-Mouth Hot Cross Buns; Fabulous Yeasted Coffee Cake; and Spectacular Made-from-Scratch Cinnamon Rolls. What better way to spend a cold Saturday afternoon then in the Merc kitchen with Mari Ruck teaching. Guaranteed to be entertaining, informative, and delicious. The tea and coffee will be brewing.
Taught by: Mari Ruck
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $18 per person, $16 for Merc Owners & Seniors
7-9 pm
We’ll travel the globe with all new recipes featuring the humble bean. We’ll start the evening with a delicious Pureed White Bean Spread served on Crostini. Then on to simple Black Bean Tostadas with trimmings, and an Instant Tamale Pie topped with Sour Cream & Guacamole. We’ll switch cuisines with a savory Greek Pizza starring garbanzo beans, and end with a beautiful Minestrone & Parmesan Biscuit Pot Pie. Each participant will get to take home a complimentary can of Eden beans to get you started cooking.
Taught by: Nancy O'Connor, MS Ed
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $18 per person, $16 for Merc Owners & Seniors
7-9 pm
Take a little trip around the world with Chef Nancy as she shares her love of curries, accompanied with flatbreads for dipping, scooping and wrapping! First we’ll make Fresh Corn Flatbread with Chiles (similar to a corn tortilla by way of India), perfect for eating with Spicy Chopped Tomato-Cucumber Salad. Then we’ll sample fresh hot Puri (Indian Fried Flatbread) with Sambhar Masala (Aromatic Mixed Vegetable Curry). We’ll finish in Ethiopia with Injera (a soft griddle baked flatbread) and Doro Wot, a traditional Ethiopian chicken curry. And, of course, a surprise sweet.
Taught by: Chef Nancy Stark
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $20 per person, $18 for Merc Owners & Seniors
7-9 pm
The Art of Simple Food by Alice Waters is a culinary classic. Join Paige in her second class preparing recipes from this very famous cookbook, starting with Long Cooked Broccoli (served on a croûton). Next you’ll enjoy delicious and seasonal Curly Kale & Potato Soup, followed by Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad and a very Classic Beef Stew. The meal will be complete with a 1-2-3-4 Cake (a simple and perfect butter cake). This is a class focused on simple foods prepared with excellent ingredients using classic techniques. A winner!
Taught by: Chef Paige Vandegrift
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $20 per person, $18 for Merc Owners & Seniors
7-9 pm
Join Chef Nancy as we explore the delicious world of Thai food with a batch of new dishes. We’ll begin with Superfast Steamed Fish with Chile and Lime, with a side of Green Bean, Cucumber, and Tomato Salad. Next up: Homemade Curry Paste as the base for Rustic Red Curry Beef, along with Coconut Rice and Stir-fry Broccoli with Crispy Garlic. And of course, a sweet ending!
Taught by: Chef Nancy Stark
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $20 per person, $18 for Merc Owners & Seniors
7-9 pm
Join Paige for a new outlook on winter salads as she works her magic with a variety of vinaigrettes, a mixture of warm and cold salads and lots of winter fruits and vegetables. You’ll enjoy a Salad of Shredded Romaine & Radicchio with Apples, Asian Pears & Buttermilk Dressing; Winter Pasta Salad with Cauliflower and Walnut Pesto; Warm Cabbage Salad with Smoked Ham & Goat Cheese; Refreshing Fennel & Carrot Salad; and an Avocado & Citrus Salad with Green Olives. A true cure for the winter blues.
Taught by: Chef Paige Vandegrift
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $20 per person, $18 for Merc Owners & Seniors