Healthy Living by Giant Podcast

Learn about the rich Hispanic communities in the greater Baltimore-Washington from Isa Carrizales - nutritionist on the Healthy Living team. She'll share local inspired dishes, her top picks when you want to try something new and ways to earn more Flexible Rewards this Month on top Latin Products.  Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated Mid-September to Mid-October. Show Notes: Check out:  Isa's Hi...

Whether you're looking to feed your family on a budget, get a fast meal on the table, or try something new, Savory Magazine (Giant Food's in store publication) is an amazing free resource.   Learn how this glossy, photo-filled publication packed with better for you recipes, cooking tips, and can't miss product recommendations comes together each month and ways you can plan your meal times utilizin...

Learn all about the iconic restaurant and historical landmark Ben's Chili Bowl from founder Virginia Ali and her daughter Vida.   They share Ben's story, how their community restaurant became a focal point during the civil rights movement and Giant Food's role in bringing chili and spicy half smokes to customers across the mid-Atlantic. Show Notes:   Ben's Chili Bowl, Home of Washington DC's Origi...

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Summer recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products this month are can't miss new items paired with local farmers and producers from right here in the mid-Atlantic.   There are hundreds of ways to enjoy the region's best without ever leaving your neighborhood. #GiantHasIt! Show Notes: Shopping List: Produce LOCAL Produce Box (o...

Get an insider's peek at how the annual festival of BBQ and Music comes together for the unofficial kick-off to summer in the DMV – this year with a 90s twist featuring break dancers, skateboarders, and DJ Jazzy Jeff. 1000 feet of sampling, 100 vendors, 3 music stages, an official BBQ Competition sanctioned by the Official Kansas City BBQ Society and so much more! Show Notes:   Giant National Capi...

Dr. Enid Chung Roemer, Associate Scientist and Deputy Director, Institute for Health and Productivity Studies at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health discusses why workplace wellness is so important - particularly now that so many workers have moved online – and offers great tips and resources for incorporating more wellness into your workspace.   Show Notes: Resources CDC  Workplace He...

No matter where you are in the "GIANT" backyard there are so many amazing places to get moving or maybe slow down and relax. So tune in and learn how the Healthy Living Team "finds their local" in the greater MD- DE -VA and DC areas to walk, bike, climb and kayak. And, of course, we'll talk snacks to fuel your journey. Show Notes:   Maryland: The Northern Central Railroad Trail, officially known a...

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Spring recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products are perfect for keeping it simple and nutritious.   They're all Guiding Stars Rated and perfect for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt! Show Notes:   Giant Fresh Peppers and Onions Kabob Kits Orca Bay Pacific Ocean Perch Bowery Farming Salad Kits: Zesty Cae...

Our local waterways provide an abundance of fresh seafood like oysters, striped bass and blue crabs. But what happens when an apex predator is introduced and threatens to eat all of our favorites?   You eat them too!   Stephanie Pazzaglia from   J.J. McDonnell & Co., explains how this Maryland-based seafood provider works every day to protect our waterways (and blue crabs) from the invasive Blue C...

Learn about the significance of food at the Passover table and the true purpose of the seder plate (hint: it's about freedom) from Stephanie Weishaar,   Cantor at Kol Nefesh in Columbia, Maryland. Passover begins Wednesday, April 5and ends Thursday, April 13.   Show Notes: ·        Learn about Stephanie Weishaar,   Cantor: https://www.kolnefesh.org/about-us ·        Kol Nefesh in Columbia, Marylan...

What does it mean to be a good neighbor? Listen in as Jon Arons, Giant Food's Manager of Communications and Community Relations joins us to discuss how Giant works in our communities throughout the area we serve every single day and our commitment to transparency with the release of our Better Neighbor Report this month. Show Notes: To access the current and past Better Neighbor Report, go to www....

Learn about the significance of food at the Lenten table and the true purpose of sacrificing during lent (hint: it's about empathy) from Dina van Klaveren, Rector at St Andrew's Episcopal Church in Glenwood, and Priest-in-charge at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Poplar Springs, Maryland. Learn where Easter baskets, Filet O'Fish, hot cross buns and those colored eggs fit into Lent. Lent starts Wedn...

Tiffany Majors,   GBUL President and CEO , and Shea Ewell, GBUL Executive Operations Manager, join Mandy and Emily from the Healthy Living Team to talk about how we can all contribute to improving the health of our communities by working together.   Show Notes: GBUL - Greater Baltimore Urban League-Home Healthy Living | Giant (giantfood.com) Community | Giant (giantfood.com)

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Winter recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products are perfect for keeping it simple and nutritious.  They're all Guiding Stars Rated and perfect for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt! Show Notes: Red & Green Anjou pears California Walnuts Alternative Oats Oatmeal - Acai Bowl (Acai + banana + guava), Banan...

Food banks and food pantries are top of mind as we focus on supporting our partners in the DC, MD, DE and VA areas who have high needs during this season. Learn more about our round up at the register campaign which supports area food banks from Dan Wolk, Giant Community Affairs, and Cathy Kanefsky, President and CEO of the Delaware Food Bank, one of our round-up the beneficiaries. Show Notes: Gia...

Join Mandy and Emily from the Healthy Living Team to learn 3 easy ways to eat healthier in 2023. They'll also share how you can join the whole team to get a jump start on your new year's resolutions. Show Notes: Healthier Together Program: Whether you'd like to move more, spend less, try something new, or even get more organized, our Healthier Together program can help! Join us for a live interact...

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Fall recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team.   All of the products feature seasonal fall flavors and cant miss items that are Guiding Stars Rated for when you are looking to try something new. #GiantHasIt!   Show Notes: Butternut squash: 3 ways - peeled and cut in half, cubed or cubed with cinnamon Apples in the bag Root Veggies : rutabaga, p...

It's National Seafood month which means it's a great opportunity to learn more about the fisherWOMEN who fish the cold waters of Alaska to bring sustainable seafood to Giant.  Julianne Curry and Hannah Heimbuch share their insights on how women are changing the face of fishing through advocacy and leadership and what it means for Alaska to be the backbone of the sustainable seafood movement. Show...

Giant's local mushroom provider, Tony D'Amico   from To-Jo Mushrooms, joins us to discuss how mushrooms are grown, tips for cooking with mushrooms, and how the Italians (including his great grandfather ) worked with the Quakers to build Kennett Square, PA into the Mushroom Capital of the World.   Show Notes: To-Jo Mushrooms - White Caps, Baby Bells, Portabella, Shiitake, Oyster Kitchen Live Archiv...

Liz Willey, Category Manager for Health and Beauty Care at Giant Food and the women-owned producers of Biggs and Featherbelle and Shea Radiance join us to discuss why supporting local women and local businesses can have a huge impact on our community and the world at large. Local beauty care?  #GiantHasIt! Show Notes: Biggs & Featherbelle® – Health Conscious Body Care® (biggsandfeather.com) SHOP:...

Get an insider's peak at the hottest products for Summer recommended by the Giant Healthy Living Team. All of the products this month come from local farmers and producers right here in the mid-Atlantic.  There are hundreds of ways to enjoy the region's best without ever leaving your neighborhood. #GiantHasIt! Show Notes: Local Shopping List: Local Produce Boxes - available online at Giant Deliver...

Rick Manzi, a winning BBQ master and Marine Veteran shares his insights on what to look out for at the 30th Annual Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle in DC on June 25th and 26th, offers some tips he's gathered competing in BBQ competitions across the US, and shares why the event's beneficiary, USO Metro, is so near and dear to his heart. Show Notes: Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle (bbqi...

June is Pride month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ culture, achievements and activism through organized activities, including film festivals, art exhibits, parades, concerts and even Giant Food Cook-alongs.  Join Giant Food's own Adrienne Khomphengchan and Jon Arons from the  pride business resource group to learn what Giant is doing to be a better ally and ways you can join in on the celebrations. Sh...

May is Asian American-Pacific Islander Heritage Month and the perfect time to gather around the table to celebrate the uniqueness of the AAPI culture. Giant Food Associates Thu Huynh from the Healthy Living Team, Sujin Roberge from the Pharmacy team and Don Le from the produce and floral merchandising team share what it means to be Asian American and how their heritage influences their daily eatin...

Where do expired foods go? How does a grocery store reduce food waste? What is Giant Food doing to reduce the carbon footprint of the foods they sell? Steven Jennings, Ahold Delhaize USA's Brand Lead for Health & Sustainability answers these questions and more on this week's Earth Day podcast. Show Notes: Giant Food's Commitment to Sustainability How to Shop Sustainably Zero Waste Eating Online Cl...