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Celebrating 30+ Years of Copper River Salmon: The Freshest, Most Flavorful Fish

Raise the SteaksThis Year, Raise Your Standards for Better Steaks

Whoa, Mama! Make the Mother in Your Life Feel Like a Queen

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First in Flavor, First to Market

Copper river Salmon Arriving in Mid-May!

The excitement builds at this time every year, since we first introduced Seattle shoppers to

the unforgettable flavor of fresh Copper River salmon more than three decades ago.

Each May, millions of salmon gather at the mouth of Alaska’s Copper River in anticipation of their rigorous journey back up those freezing, fresh waters. At the same time, about as many humans get ready to

celebrate the annual arrival of the world’s most delicious salmon.

Best Taste Scenario :It’s Good to Eat KingOne of the rarest fish to find in these parts, the Copper River king (Chinook) salmon has become a hot commodity — for good reason. Kings are prized for their intensely rich flavor, flaky texture, and high fat content, which makes it easier to cook to melt-in-your-mouth perfection, while providing a bonus dose of heart-healthy Omega-3 oils. Of the few that pass through Seattle stores each season, there’s a good chance that most are heading to Metropolitan Market.

Why Copper River King is King:Delicious: Fat equals flavor — and Copper River kings have the most.

Easy to cook: More fat means they are less likely to dry out or burn when cooking, giving you more preparation options.

Freshest: Copper River salmon are the first of the season, just caught and flown straight to Met Market.

“I love it, and I love the ceremony that surrounds it. It has raised the value of all other salmon. In certain years, the Copper River is the best salmon I’ve ever had.”

– Tom Douglas

“I think it is awesome fish, and all the attention the Copper River gets is great for all wild salmon. It benefits everyone.”

– Chef Thierry Rautureau, Loulay Kitchen & Bar

Salmon with Salty’s

Seasoning Salt all Stores:

Sat. 5/23, 11-2PM & 3-6PM

Local seafood restaurant Salty’s makes a mean rub,

with their secret family recipe dazzling diners for years.

Grilled Salmon with Peppercorn Rosemary Sauce

all Stores: Sun. 5/24, 3-6PM

Savory, earthy salmon with addictive sauce. Recipe #635

is available at the Kiosk or online at metropolitan-market.com.

Salmon in a Pinot Noir

Reduction Sauceadmiral, Proctor, Kirkland,

Sand Point, magnolia: Thurs 5/28, 4-7PM

The Northwest’s best meet in the middle in

this savory dish.

pinot Noir, You’re a Star!The Northwest’s abundance of the finest and freshest salmon in the world is a point of pride for seafood lovers. Likewise,

Oregon’s Pinot Noir wines are among the best in the world. And wouldn’t you know it, the

structure and flavors of Oregon Pinot pair beautifully with

Copper River salmon.

Wine Steward Picks:

Savoureux 2012 Pinot Noir Pete’s mountain

Volumes of dark, ripe, satiny fruit with lovely enhancements

of spices and herbs.

Solena 2012 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley

Sleek and lithe, with juicy cherry, black dark fruit, and

gentle spiced flavors. Tannins lend a long, vivid finish.

Torii mor 2012 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley

Rich and juicy with black cherry and spice, soft tannins, elegant

texture, and lively acidity. A long, sweet finish.

Our 30-Year Love AffairIn the mid 1980s, seeking to match the excellence found in the best Japanese fish markets, Metropolitan Market (then known as Queen Anne Thriftway) partnered with food evangelist Jon Rowley. Jon led us to discover the Copper River salmon, the flavorful fish found in a then-unknown fishing community called Cordova, Alaska.

Once owner Dick Rhodes tasted the rich flavor of Copper River salmon, he knew we had to have it immediately, and we changed our whole Seafood Department to display its greatness. Metropolitan Market became the first grocery store to champion the beautiful Copper River salmon in 1984, and we’ve never looked back.

Aside from a small handful of Seattle’s best seafood restaurants, we enjoyed 10 years as the only store offering Copper River salmon before others began to catch on. Today, three decades after we first brought Copper River salmon to Seattle, our fish are rushed by air from Alaska throughout the brief season to bring you the freshest, tastiest fish you can get.

Copper River King at Cordova, AK.

A Perfect Pairing!

Just-Caught Freshness

Highest Oil Content

Expertly Handled

The metropolitan market Selection Standard

Taste it at the Kiosk...What Chefs Say

What is it about the Copper River that makes its salmon so special? It’s the rugged rise of the river itself. The king and sockeye salmon have to save up large amounts of fat and Omega-3 oils to swim the 300 miles and 4,000 vertical feet back to their spawning grounds. The salmon’s preparation for its arduous journey is what makes this celebrated fish taste so delicious.

Previously found only at top steakhouses, Prime beef is the highest grade of all beef that is produced in the US. It’s known for its rich flavor due to its high fat content.

Choice beef has a good amount of marbling, but less than Prime. This is ideal for people who want a bit leaner meat and think Prime beef is too fatty.

Select grade beef has a very low fat content which is healthier for your diet but lacks enough fat to make a great-tasting steak. you won’t find Select at met market.

While Prime beef is commonly found in our cases, many of our ranchers are too small to grade meat separately, so it is all graded as Choice. But keep an eye out —much of the beautifully marbled beef you see in our cases would easily make the grade as Prime if it were coming from a larger ranch.

making the Grade: What do we mean when we say that all

of our steaks are USDA Choice or higher?

Taste it at the Kiosk…Jacobsen Lemon Zest Sea Salt &

Ghost Chili Sea Salt-Rubbed SteakAll Stores: Fri. 5/22, 4-7PM

What’s zesty, bright, and ready to kick you in the mouth a bit? Jacobsen Lemon Zest Sea Salt and Smoked Ghost Chili Pepper Sea Salt. They’ll be on display in the Kiosk as Culinary Artists give our great steaks a little rub down.

Horseradish Crusted New york Steak

All Stores: Wed. 5/20, 4-7PM

Classically zesty and savory to the core, this always popular preparation is a sure crowd-pleaser for those of you who want to bring a little taste of the steakhouse home.

New york Steak with Jacobsen Stumptown Sea Salt Rub

Admiral, Proctor, Sand Point, Kirkland, Magnolia: Thurs. 5/21, 4-7PM

Oregon’s finest sea salt teamed up with Stumptown Coffee Roasters to make a cold-brew-fueled kicky finishing salt. It makes an awesome steak rub as well, and our Culinary Artists are out to prove it.

Savoureux 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon, Walla WallaFor the second year of our exclusive bottling of gorgeous Savoureux Cabernet Sauvignon, we’ve popped out all the stops. This full-bodied beauty is made from grapes grown on some of Walla Walla’s finest vineyards.

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New York is the city so nice they named it twice, but it’s also the name of our current favorite cut of steak. Also known as strip, club, or Kansas City, it’s cut from the short loin and is a steakhouse favorite. It has a good marbling of fat — and fat means flavor — but without the large pockets of fat found in ribeye. This makes it easy to cook and a real people pleaser.

We have at least four varieties of New York steak at Metropolitan Market. How do you know which one’s for you? Let us help!

TRy: DRy aGEDAll-natural beef, USDA Choice

Grade or higher, becomes more tender and gains remarkable

depth of flavor through dry aging.

TRy: NaTURaLAll-natural beef, USDA Choice Grade or higher,

hand-trimmed in your store.

TRy: PRImEThe top 2% of beef produced

in the US, Prime beef is known for its rich flavor and high fat

content. Juicy and tender, Prime meat has significant marbling.

Metropolitan Market Steak: Size matters

We’ll always custom cut your steak to your preferred thickness, but here’s a quick guide to the best way to prepare a New York steak:

THICK• Best flavor

• Great to grill

• Awesome pan-seared rare to medium

• Impressive looks

THIN•Quick cooking

• Great for stovetop

• Awesome for steak and eggs

• Fajitas, anyone?

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a League of Its own

Beef Up Your NY Steak Knowledge: How do you select best beef?

Wine Steward Pick:A Steak’s Best Friend

* All of our beef is local – only the grading system is Japanese.

It’s a proven fact that moms love chocolate and flowers. So, a Chocolate Bouquet featuring PDX’s olympic Provisions is the ideal gift, wrapped up just for you in our Cheese Department. The three “salami” included are all made of chocolate ganache, with flavors inspired by Spain, France, and Italy.

New to the bakery, made just for Metropolitan Market — and just in time

for Mother’s Day! — éclairs have arrived. We’ve partnered with a local bakery for

these demi-sized desserts, small enough so you can try more than one! Stop by for a rotating assortment, including flavors

like Passionfruit, Pistachio, Matcha Green Tea, and Classic Vanilla.

Bunches & Bunches Provisions mole SaucesAll Stores: Sun. 5/3, 3-6PM

Taste the Portland company’s authentic red mole, made in small

batches then cooked up in the Kiosk by our Culinary Artists for a great meal!

Taco Tuesday featuring Los Chileros Taco Seasoning

All Stores: Tues. 5/5, 4-7PM

You don’t have to travel far

to enjoy the flavorful, citrusy

freshness of the Caribbean with

our new Mojo sandwich. The

Metropolitan Market Deli is a

vacation destination for your

tastebuds, with the perfectly

balanced, roasted and bright,

slow-cooked pork sandwich of

your dreams.

BRIGHT, CRISP RomaINE &

FRaGRaNT CILaNTRo round out the mouth-

watering sandwich with the snap of just-picked texture

and herbaceous freshness.

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is a revelation in condiments, with deep, roasted garlic flavors, and impossible

creaminess.

PICKLED JaLaPENoS lend a zesty hint of spice.

SWEET oNIoNS are roasted until they

caramelize, intensifying their heady flavor

for ribbons of supple vegetal flavor, with a

slight bite.

FRESH-BaKED BREaD soaks in citrusy mojo, creamy aioli, and carmelized bits of

onion while mantaining a firm, wonderfully shattering crust.

SUCCULENT PoRK is marinated in a mojo of

fresh citrus and slow-cooked for 12 hours until it falls apart into tender hunks

of flavorful meat.

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Natural and 100% vegan and cruelty-free, Oregon-made Pacifica lotions are inspired

by the founders’ travels along the West Coast and their love of surfing.

Los Chileros Taco Seasoning, Posole mix, Chipotle Salsa mix

All Stores: Sat. 5/2, 3-6PM

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Show the mom in your life she deserves the best blooms available, with hand-tied bouquets custom made for the occasion. Gather her favorite flowers for a personalized touch or let Metropolitan Market’s talented florists put one together for her.

Fran’s Chocolates are always a holiday favorite, and the bright green box full of truffles signals the start of spring in the most delicious way.

The Jonboy Caramels guys are celebrating their fifth year making small batch confections. The Ballard company

uses the best local ingredients for delicious, finely textured treats. In stores mid-May.

Handmade traditional tamales, available fresh in the Deli, come in several varieties, including beef with red sauce, chicken with green sauce, and sweet corn with Monterey Jack cheese.

Winking Girl’s tomatillo-based salsas come in Medium, Hot, and Chipotle varieties, with a fresh taste and just the right amount of heat.

Cookwell & Co. Queso is a bold and creamy dip available in two great flavors. The Queso con Salsa Escabeche is made from a blend of cheddar and blue cheeses combined with fire-roasted tomatoes, onions, diced jalapenos, and lime. Queso Blanco con Chile Verde is made with fresh, fire-roasted tomatillos, Hatch chiles, onions, and Monterey Jack cheese.

Spicy and bold chipotle peppers are blended smooth for olo’s Chipotle Paste, a convenient tube packed

with huge flavor. Add it to hummus, enchilada sauce, kale chips, or ketchup

for a twist on your favorite foods.

Taste it in the Kiosk

FREE Event

for Kids

mother’s Day Cookie DecoratingProctor: Sat. 5/9, 12-2PM

Decorate a delicious cookie for your mom.

Mother’s DayThese Are a Few of Her Favorite Things

Simply Baked cookware is beautiful and functional, with whimsical

patterns decorating oven-safe baking pans and cups. Their line even

includes cute paper straws, trays, and serving containers. Throw a

colorful party or give a sweet hostess gift with patterned fancy.

If the lady in your life is collecting Le Creuset pieces, now’s a great time to add to her collection. An enameled stoneware cake stand will

hold all the pies, quiches, and cakes you can bake or buy,

with style. Still looking? Peruse our enormous Le Creuset

collection, or special order any piece you want with one of our

Housewares Specialists.

owl’s Brew is a tea crafted for cocktails. Try the three delicious flavors: Pink & Black with darjeeling, hibiscus, lemon peel, strawberry, and agave; Coco-Lada, a blend of black tea, coconut pieces, chai spices, pineapple juice, and agave; and Classic English Breakfast with lemon and lime. The makers recommend mixing Owl’s Brew with beer, wine, sparkling wine, or liquor for inventive concoctions.

West Seattle 5K RunSun. 5/17

Met Market will be cheering runners on with refreshments.

For event details, visit westseattle5k.com.

Taste of West Seattle Benefit for West Seattle Helpline

Thur. 5/21, 6:30PM

Supporting a great cause at The Hall at Fauntleroy, Met Market will tease palates

with our Private Label favorites. For event details, visit wshelpline.org.

Available in nine flavors, Harney & Sons brings their popular hot tea flavors — available in the Coffee Shop — to shelves in a ready-to-drink cold, brewed tea format. With flavors like Organic Green Tea with Citrus and Organic Lemonade, it might be hard to pick just one of these refreshing bevvies. But hurry in, because they’re only available at Metropolitan Market.

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Republic of Tea Sonoma cannisters feature wine varietals like Chardonnay, Cabernet, Rosé, and Zinfandel in the aromatics. Grape skins are mixed with fruit and spices for iced or hot tea in a snap.

Community Events

What’s On Our Plate: Eat Better In Store

metropolitan market Cinnamon Rolls

& metropolitan market CoffeeAdmiral, Sand Point, Uptown,

& Kirkland: Sat. 5/9, 11AM-2PM

Finger-licking, sticky cinnamon rolls made with Saigon cinnamon and gooey frosting pair superbly with Met Market coffee, locally roasted and blended just for us.

Stonewall Kitchens Popover and Cinnamon Bun mixes with Harney & Son’s Paris Tea

Admiral, Proctor, Sand Point, Uptown, & Kirkland: Fri. 5/8, 12:30-3PM

Light and airy popovers and warm, homey cinnamon buns are captivating morning traditions. So, how about a hand in whipping up a batch? Taste them alongside our favorite Harney & Sons Paris tea, with flavors of fruity black tea leaves and hints of vanilla, caramel, and juicy Bergamot.

How Do You Say Rosé in French?

Saget La Petite Perriere 2014 Rosé

This lightly colored 100% Pinot Noir exhibits elegant notes of rose petals and fresh, summer red fruits, with hints of strawberries, raspberries, and red currants, rounded out with bright acidity.

Domaine le Pive Gris This wine from southern France

expressively displays strawberry and black currant fruit with fine balance between acidity and roundness. A perfect summer wine with grilled seafood.

Domaine Barcelo Il de Beaute, Corsica

This bottle boasts a wonderful intensity,

with notes of melon, almond, and quinine. As the pale color suggests, the fruit is beautifully tamed and framed by floral and mineral elements.

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New releases of rosés are just starting to hit the market, and we’re drinking the best from France. They’re brilliantly hued, aromatically enticing, and pair wonderfully

with the seasonally delicious foods of spring and summer.

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