Off The Shelf

It’ss been a while but we’re back! With a brand new store that opened last week in Centeeach Sprouts Farmers Market.  We took a ride up and had a look around.  Good layout could be a little bigger but it’s fine, What an amazing array of options to choose from and all smaller name brands which is great.  Prices are a little high especially comparing things we’ve seen in other stores, but again you’...

We ventured to the newly opened Wegmans in Lake Grove and found it predictably crowded. The store's design is appealing, featuring a wide, clean layout with an industrial aesthetic and exposed ceilings. The bakery was a feast for the eyes, showcasing a wide range of breads and pastries. The meat and seafood counters were equally well-stocked. It's a welcome addition to the local grocery sc...

Dive into the inspiring journey of Sherece Brown, the driving force behind Dr. Pabs! We sat down with this remarkable entrepreneur to discuss her passion-fueled mission to create a truly health-conscious line of children's multivitamins. Hear how she built Dr. Pabs from the ground up, prioritizing quality ingredients and a commitment to children's well-being. Sherece's determination sh...

We were thrilled to welcome Dr. Alessi as our first-ever guest! He shared invaluable insights into his unique product line, explaining how it differentiates itself within the supplement industry and the broader landscape of health-conscious food. Dr. Alessi's deep knowledge and genuine passion for what people consume were evident throughout the interview. We especially enjoyed hearing the stor...

Found a close Vineyard in Calverton Farm Wines wasn’t sure what to expect.  Let me tell you Rex and his wife invite you into their home, sit with you at their dining room table, Introduce you to all of their wines free  of charge, and Rex explains the interesting process of Biodynamic Farming.  It was one of the most fantastic experiences I have ever had Rex is a blast to hang with, with a lot of...

Quick trip to Whole Foods for ingredients to construct a fantastic chicken and mushroom soup Danielle made.  We scoured the shelves to find some treats to review with you.  Check links below.  Please support us by subscribing, following, liking our show on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Iheartradio, Podcast also YouTube, Rumble channels as well as links on our personal Facebook and instagram,  LinkedIn....

Tried another Whole Foods location very clean industrial looking as well as some different options to choose from.  Check the links below for more information.  Please support us by subscribing, following, liking our show on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Iheartradio, Podcast also YouTube, Rumble channels as well as links on our personal Facebook and instagram,  LinkedIn.  Check out our first interview w...

We wanted to find a challenging hike and read up that these trails were hilly! A fairly spacious parking lot at the beginning there are options for restrooms provided by the local library.  The weather wasn’t very cooperative but the tree canopy kept us mostly protected from the sporadic rain showers.  The trail was beautiful and challenging with consistent ups and downs, we went two miles in and...

Took a nice ride out east on the north fork to get some locally grown produce we forgot to mention Sang Lee organic farm although the prices were steep.  As we were about to turn around and head back home we found Fit-Foods out of nowhere.  The store and its owner were fantastic, so many interesting things we found some real gold!!! Please support us by subscribing, following, liking our show on S...

Danielle was kind enough to hit Whole Foods on her way home from work.  Last couple of weeks have been pretty busy.  We’d like to get out and discover some new places but we’re gonna have to trek into Nassau County which we plan on doing.  In the meantime there are still plenty of interesting things on the shelves of stores we have been to and continue to go to.  Please support us by subscribing,...

Tried Something a little different this weekend and it paid off!!  Excellent local vendors, Shroom coffee, Kickin Hot Sauce, Delicious Snack Bar, and Fantastic Ice Cream.  The farmers market had a variety of things to choose from, to much to list so if your local take a ride down and check it out!!! Please support us by subscribing, following, liking our show on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Iheartradio...

We drove past this store on our way home from Danielle’s birthday dinner a month ago,it had the looks of a good find.  This Saturday we ventured out to West Slip for a stop in and looksy.  Had some really good finds in the refrigerated section right away.  The store overall was well laid out very clean nice staff, produce looked great as well as some of their packed cheese spreads and different pa...

Had a quick pitstop on Friday after work at Wild By Nature in Setauket,  Found a few good things however my eyesight deceived me on two items they contain an ingredient we try to avoid, this is why Danielle needs to ride shotgun, I.am blind from staring at screens all day.  Enjoy the show and please support us by subscribing, liking, following, etc. On Spotify, Apple, Amazon,  Iheartradio Podcasts...

After my Cousins Daughters first birthday party at my Aunt & Uncles house we stopped at Fresh Market on the way home, found a bunch of new treats we hadn’t seen prior. Please support us by subscribing liking following on the following platforms Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, Iheartradio, as well as YouTube, Rumble, Locals, Facebook-IG, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Minds. of new treats we hadn’t seen last...

We did something a little different today in honor of Memorial Day and give a little peak at what the property is used for since gruman no lobger occupies the space. The path we used is approximately 18 giant loop around the entire property used for walking, running, and biking. We walked about 4.5 miles due to other plans we had later in the day. Please support us by subscribing liking following...

After A lengthy Hiatus we are back as husband and wife!! We married April 25th at Eastwind in Wading River, NY an absolutely beautiful wedding. We flew to Antigua 4 days later for an incredible honeymmon and a much needed break from the rat race a truely incredible experience we had I forgot to mention we met a lovely couple Paul & Gerry from the Isle of Wight in UK what a beautiful place to l...

Yesterday was the old dogs bachelor party fantastic day of skeet shooting with Mike Marelli at Long Island TopShots Trap & Skeet out of Brookhaven range I highly recommend you experience this!!! then off to better man distilling for some fine spirits topped it off with dinner at the new Stateroom in patchogue above the old brick house.  A great day with the fella’s from work My brother from an...

I was workin the gherkin normal Sunday shift, Danielle took a day off much needed this girl never rests.  She decided to do a solo run back to one of my favorite stores Wild By Nature.  Balls all around! Enjoy the show links to all products below.  Please support us by subscribing liking following on the following platforms Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, Iheartradio, as well as YouTube, Rumble, Lo...

After finalizing everything for the wedding at Eastward we decided to take a ride out east.  I had been reading about 8 Hands Farm and wanted to check it out.  We stopped at Mattituck Marketplace on the way back as well links to both locations and products below.  Please support us by subscribing liking following on the following platforms Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, Iheartradio, as well as You...

While grabbing my meat at the Palace of Cows, decided to make a quick somewhat different run to Vitamin Shoppe on me way back home.  Was looking for some good protein supplements and I have to say there is a lot of garbage in protein bars..ugh!! And other similar products cookie, chips, etc.  Store and product links below.  Don’t forget to support us by following, subscribing, and liking us on Spo...

Danielle suggested we check out  North Shore Farms off Vets Highway in Hauppauge.  The store was different aisles were very tight however they had some interesting food choices, decent steaks, produce looked fresh and clean, seafood looked pretty good as well mostly local many international choices.  Please support us by following, subscribing, and liking our show via podcast on Spotify, Apple, Pa...

Off The Shelf Episode #17 Wholefoods Massapequa Park Out shopping for a wedding band for Danielle.  We were far out west and had a difficult time trying to find a healthy-ish food store so went to old semi faithful Wholesfoods, links to products below.  Please support us by following, subscribing, liking us on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, and Pandora podcasts as well as our channel YouTube, Rumble, loc...

Another local shop today after a busy weekend of Danielle’s shower I got to take some swings at Topgolf.  Had a tough time finding things but what else is new.  Everything we picked was good!!!.  Please support us by following the show, liking, subscribing, tell your Mother tell your friends.  Catch us on Spotify, Amazon, Apple, and pandora podcast, and on YouTube, Rumble, Locals, Facebook, Linked...

Stayed local and hit ShopRite in Patchogue.  Was not very impressed by the selection there and the store was somewhat of a mess however the layout is pretty nice.  Details on store and products below.  Please support us by following, subscribing and liking us on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, and Pandora Podcasts as well as YouTube, Rumble, and locals. Also posts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok https:...

Danielle Solo mission and 2nd swipe at Whole Foods after a long day of training and classes picked up a few bars a cookie and some chips links to all are below.  Please support us by following, subscribing, liking our podcast on Spotify,  Apple,  Amazon,  and Pandora as well as YouTube,  Rumble,  and Locals.  Enjoy!!! And pass it on to others!! https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/lakegrove htt...