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Read a Heartfelt D.O. Story in Humans of New York

The McDonald family, owners and operators of Delicious Orchards, would like to thank photographer Brandon Stanton for a wonderful profile in his popular Humans of New York series. Mike McDonald...

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Send Some Delicious

'Tis the season to show those special ones near and far how much you care! Let D.O. help you find something for everyone! Take advantage of Delicious Orchards' Mail Order...

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Thanksgiving at D.O.

It's an exciting week around our store as preparations are made (along with a lot of pies!) for delicious Thanksgiving celebrations near and far! Whether it's the turkey on the...

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Fall in full swing

September is here and while the days may still be warm outside, we welcome the changing of seasons with the return of pumpkin pie and all things apple! With the...

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Red, white & blue

Summer is the best time to bring a dish to a BBQ or last minute gathering! Fresh produce so often makes such a simple crowd-pleasing dish. Whether you slice up...

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Fresh air, flowers & food

Warm sunny days, apple cider on the patio, flowers in bloom and Jersey produce heading to the shelves of Delicious Orchards… just a few reasons why it’s a great time...

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Bakery, bunnies & bouquets

Holidays usually mean celebrating with food! And we love being a part of your traditions, new and old. During the Easter season, our bakery is busy with seasonal classics like...

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Sweetheart Season

While February can be a time of hibernation and hearty soups, casseroles, and citrus, it's also often a season to show those special somebodies that you've been thinking of them!...

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Thanksgiving Season!

The weekend before Thanksgiving brings about a certain excitement that is unique to the Delicious Orchards family! And when you come, you know it! The ovens are baking 24/7 filled...

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Hot Cross Buns

Delicious Orchards is a part of so many family traditions. And the Easter season tradition of Hot Cross Buns is no different! But what's all the fuss about these classic...

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Happy Thanksgiving!

There's a certain buzz throughout the store here that is unique to Thanksgiving time! The ovens are going, the smell of pie fills the store and the produce is soon...

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All Things Apple!

It's mid-October and fair to say that things are all apple and pumpkin right now! But before we fully move into pumpkin mode, let's savor the season of all things...

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Jersey Corn

Ahh, yet another summer staple: NJ corn! I don't know about you but nothing says summer quite like some corn on the cob. I never really thought too much about...

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The Jersey Tomato

Summer time means that local Jersey produce is in full swing. And that means the Jersey tomato, too. Aromatic and full of flavor and juice, this summer staple is perfect...

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Sweet & Savory at the BBQ

Memorial Day Weekend 2017 is upon us! When did that happen?! (Are you noticing a trend every time a holiday arrives... these days just seem to always sneak up on me!) The...

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Mother’s Day Help!

Chances are if you haven’t gotten mom anything yet, you could use some help! And chances are she won’t be mad if you show up with something from D.O....

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Springtime & brussels sprout salad

It's officially spring over here! These warmer spring days (and I mean, I'm happy about this 40 degree weather!) mean longer walks outside, more time to play at parks with the...

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Sending some luck… or at least some deliciousness

We can officially start talking about St. Patrick's Day! March is here! With little ones around the house now, I'm finally embracing each season and the holidays and celebrations that...

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The Avocado Life

Avocados! Spread some on toast with eggs for breakfast, top your lunch salad with a few slices, or chop and use for guacamole… these are a just a few reasons...

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Winter blues? More like winter red over here…

It's easy to fall into a mid-winter rut for snacks and dinners. Sometimes I just feel like I'm on autopilot, rotating through the same foods every couple days. But trying...

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(Online!) Gift Giving Made Easy

Isn't that on our list of things to do this season? Find just the right gift to show someone you are thinking about them? And find just the right gift...

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Our Favorite Holiday

Is it any surprise? Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday around here! The food, the smells, the family time... the day off! (Well, except for whoever is cooking!) Don't even ask...

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Baby Food Ideas

These days, I've got a toddler and an infant to feed so meal time can get pretty interesting, especially since the littlest is starting food. The thing with babies starting...

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The Most Delicious Fall-y Chicken Drumsticks

What's better than a crispy piece of fried chicken that was made by somebody else? (*Disclaimer: Depending on who you ask in my household, the answers vary!) Easy delicious Apple...

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Pumpkin Fest Monday!

Pumpkin Fest. The name pretty much sums it up! It's one of the only Mondays of the year that D.O. is open and it's to celebrate all things pumpkin! The event...

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Caramel Apples Done Right

While I'm sure I'll eventually get around to making caramel apples with my two year old, the task seems quite daunting right now. Too much room for caramel all over...

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Pumpkin everything season!

I think it's time for a pumpkin post. It's been below 80 degrees for the past two days, school has started, and we're in (dare I say it) MID September!...

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Apple Fest 2016

It's officially September so I'm going to say the word... FALL! I know it's not officially Fall until September 22, but let's face it... it's coming so why not embrace...

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Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella

There are just some foods that take me to a different place. The tomato, basil, and mozzarella combination is one that does just that. To me, it embodies all things...

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Dog Days of Summer at D.O.

Life with a toddler and infant has made this summer FLY by especially more so than the previous years. But, luckily we still have a good solid month until talks...

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Apple Cider Ice Pops

It's mid-July and I'm keeping an eye out for easy summer afternoon treats. This one is just that! We have ice pop molds that can be used with any juice...

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Bread with Tomato

Jersey tomatoes are in! There is nothing quite like a fresh Jersey tomato with a little bit of salt on top. Yum! But the possibilities with these tomatoes are truly endless....

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Bring the red, white & blue

D.O. makes being a guest easier. Since baby #2 has arrived, I often dream of living a Pinterest lifestyle and am abruptly brought back to reality anytime the babies are...

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Hello summer produce!

Don't get me wrong. I love crisp fall days with a donut and hot apple cider in hand. But one of my favorite things about living in NJ is the...

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Ode to Cake.

All of the cakes pictured here have been made from scratch and decorated by our talented bakers! Enjoy! Want a custom decorated cake for your next event? Click here for more...

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Not-your-average Egg Salad Sandwich

I don't know about you but after Easter celebrations, I always find myself with an excess of hardboiled eggs. And while I do enjoy a good sliced egg & kielbasa...

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Irish Soda Bread On My Mind…

March is coming in like a lion! And what better way to enjoy these last (hopefully!) days of winter than with some delicious comfort foot! And in honor of St....

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Soup season!

While this may not be the harshest winter we've had in a while (knock on wood... I'm not complaining!), cold winter days put me in the mood for some soup....

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It’s always a good time for a gift basket.

Happy New Year! Seeing as how I've had my act together so much recently, (hey, baby #2 is on his/her way!) I decided that instead of sending gift baskets at...

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December is here… and on its way out

Well this past month has been quite the whirlwind. With the cold weather just creeping into NJ, it's finally beginning to feel like Winter. And just in time for the...

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The 9 Day Stretch.

Ladies & Gentlemen, we have entered the “9 Day Stretch.” It's also known as the Thanksgiving Run. It’s the 9 days D.O. is open (yes, including the Monday) leading up...

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November means Thanksgiving cooking!

It’s November! The month of Thanksgiving. No, I’m not going to mention that holiday that comes in December that so many people want to skip right to and start playing...

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Pumpkin and Apple Butters

Recent additions to my pantry are fall's flavorful products of apple and pumpkin butters. I was excited to embrace the change of season and what better way than to embrace...

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Apples… not just for baking!

It's October! Happy National Apple Month! Usually, once the fall weather hits, I skip over cooking with apples and just go straight to pumpkins. However, this year I have...

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Apple Fest is around the corner!

It's all the buzz around the aisles of D.O. Apple Fest is next weekend: September 19 & 20! While the store remains open from 9:30AM- 6PM, the event takes place...

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#LDW

Labor Day Weekend. It's among us. For some of us, it marks the end of the long summer days spent at the beach or long summer nights that seem to...

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August is National Peach Month

Life is just peachy in August, isn't it? Well, if you can get over the Jersey humidity, I'd say sunny August days are just that. Especially since the peaches are...

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Summer days

I’m always looking for things to do with my little one that are equally as entertaining for me. We aim to take daily "adventures" where the little guy can burn...

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Father’s Day

Father’s Day is around the corner. Every year I seem to ask myself the same question: how can I possibly get a gift for the dads (my dad, father-in-law, grandfathers,...

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Donut or Doughnut?

Who cares?! The bigger debate is powdered, cinnamon, or plain? Our apple cider donuts are a longstanding tradition here at Delicious Orchards-- made fresh every day! Tomorrow, June 5, 2015...

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Secret recipes.

Let's just get this out of the way. This blog post will not include any secret apple pie, pumpkin pie, or apple cider donut recipe. ;-) Now, if you're still...

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Spring has Sprung!

Spring is a beautiful time at Delicious Orchards. It’s a reminder of the sunny days in store for us after a cold winter. I can’t help but wonder at nature....

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Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Boats

When these winter days hit hard, all I want for dinner is something warm and hearty. Unfortunately, that ends up being the source of unwanted winter pounds. Here's a new...

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Simple ideas to win over your Valentine

Let's start with a disclaimer: I'm simply offering my own opinion-based advice. No guarantees in swooning your Valentine. However, you may be browsing the interweb in search of the perfect...

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That big football game

It's time for that big football game again. The one with the good commercials. That game where men & women come together and feast on the most delicious snack foods. You...

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Happy New Year!

This time of the year always makes us reflect a little bit. Thank you for your loyalty this year and for making this year just a bit more delicious. From...

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There’s still time for baking sugar cookies!

Who am I kidding? Not today, there's not! Today is for buying those delicious donuts, pies, and cookies that someone else has baked with love! But, in the days to...

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‘Tis the season

Hard to believe that almost a month has passed since our last meeting! But I guess it rings true to the holiday season, where we often try and cram too...

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Happy Thanksgiving!

I’m taking a break this week of sharing a recipe to share some tips and tricks and a glimpse at behind-the-scenes at D.O. this week. We’re at the end of...

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Pumpkin Cream Cheese filled Pumpkin Bread!

Prepare for your world to be rocked! I found a nice recipe online that I wanted to try for a cream cheese filled pumpkin bread. And then, a (great!) idea...

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Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween to all the little ghosts and princesses and ladybugs and rockstars out there today (and their parents, too)! Among all the trick or treating, don't forget to save...

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Apple Cider Donut Bread Pudding Recipe

Here's a fun twist on a classic recipe! And might I add quite delicious! You'll notice that I've included my own tips and comments. Sometimes I find that I need...

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The most wonderful time of the year

Fall is here! The leaves are beginning to crunch. Mums have been planted. I can sense a crispness in the air that leaves me wondering scarf, or no scarf? And...

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