Our new address is 2001 W. Main St. Suite 111 Norman, OK. See you there!

We are happy to introduce our all new CHEESE OF THE MONTH CLUB!

Each month we will select cheeses at their very peak and at their seasonal best. What a great way to try something new and exciting, or to revisit an old favorite. Perfect as a gift or just a little something for yourself!

Just choose your collection from below and give us a call, shoot us an e-mail or stop by one of our two locations. Buy as many months as you’d like starting at 3 months!

CHEESE LOVER’S COLLECTION: (3) 1/4 lb pieces of carefully selected cheese, paired with crackers = $25/month

ENTERTAIN’ERS COLLECTION: (3) 1/2 lb pieces of carefully selected cheese, plus an assortment of accompaniments such as olives, preserves, and crackers = $60/month

FORWARD FOODS COLLECTION: (5) 1/3 lb pieces of carefully selected cheese, a selection of artisanal meats, plus an assortment of accompaniments such as olives, preserves, and crackers = $95/month

Items available for pick up on the first of the month at either location, or can be shipped nationwide: $10/month within our UPS ZONE, $20/month nationwide.

Other discounts do not apply.

Before the 1960′s and the domination of the Broad Breasted White turkey, there were different breeds of turkeys to choose from for your Thanksgiving dinner.

This year, Forward Foods is proud to offer some fantastic Heirloom turkeys from Walters Hatchery in Stillwell, OK. Arlus Walters is working to reclaim heritage breeds of turkeys, most notably the Chocolate (so named because of their rich brown feathers) and the Buff.

Cooks Illustrated found Mr. Walters’ turkeys to be “mild, sweet and flavorful” and chose them as their top pick. We couldn’t agree more.

These hormone-free turkeys are in short supply this year due to the record-breaking hot weather over the summer. So reserve your Heirloom turkey today and say no to boring monoculture turkey!

Turkeys are $5.29/lb and most fall in the 10-13 lb weight range. We’re taking a $35 reservation fee on these (with the difference paid at time of pick up) and will let you know when they come in. Mr. Walters’s cooking advice will come with the turkey as well.

CLICK ON THIS LINK TO RESERVE YOURS NOW!

GET ALL OF YOUR THANKSGIVING SHOPPING DONE AT FORWARD FOODS!

• Red Onions, Yellow Onions, Pearl Onions, Shallots, Leeks, Garlic.
• Carrots, Celery, Peppers, Butternut Squash, Brussel Sprouts, Fennel, Mushrooms.
• Fresh Cranberries, Celery Root, Turnips, Beets, Sweet Potatoes, Baby Yams.
• Russets, Yukon Golds, Fingerlings.
• Lettuces, Tuscan/Lacinato Kale, Brussels Sprouts, Local Leafy Greens.
• Jonagold, Gala, Fuji, Red Delicious Apples.
• Parsley, Sage, Rosemary… you know, fresh herbs.

Matiz Pulpo – Artisan fishing methods, old master cannery know-how and the highest quality ingredients are used to produce octopus from the Galician  that is moist, tender, and uncommonly flavorful. Can be eaten fresh out of the can, or lightly fried in hot Rey de la Vera Spanish pimenton, olive oil, and salt, with a touch of lemon to finish.

Harissa – A perfect condiment with flavors of various chiles with garlic and spices to create a sauce that has plenty of heat, but also a surprising complexity.

Stir a spoonful into a couscous or use to torque up a spaghetti sauce or minestrone. Rub on fish to grill, or thin it out and use as a marinade for chicken or lamb.

Harissa is great for grilled chicken or steak. Spread  thinly on a roasted vegetable or tuna sandwich. Use instead of ketchup on special burgers. Slather it on a taco. Stir it into yogurt, and you’ve got a splendid dipping sauce. You can even use it to spice up mayonnaise.

Berberechos – Berberechos, or cockles, are a local delicacy in the region of Galicia – served up with a touch of lemon and parsley, they make the perfect appetizer. They are packed in brine and have a mild refreshing flavor. I toss them in with a tomato sauce for a nice flavor when making a simple pasta.

Lyle’s Golden Syrup – Abram Lyle discovered this byproduct of refined sugar cane was a wonderful sweetener in 1885. Used as a substitute for honey or a less heady and bitter alternative for molasses, Lyle’s Golden Syrup has a devoted fan base of the English and bakers. Also in the Guinness World Records for Britain’s Oldest brand!

La Quercia Prosciutto Piccante – La Quercia adds fennel and red chili to their rich dry cured meat to create a savory beaut. Antibiotic Free, family farm raised, vegetarian fed.

Bohemian Blue Two Wisconsin cheesemakers teamed up to make a sheep’s blue a la Roquefort when a certain former prez tried to add a 300% tariff on Roquefort. The soul-crushing threat ended, but they produced an amazing, cave-aged, rindless blue. It is dry and crumbly compared to drippy and wet Roqueforts. With a sweet, slightly sour finish, it’s excellent drizzled with honey, or savored with a single malt scotch or sweet wine.

Our Norman summer hours are now in full effect.

Tuesday – Saturday 10a – 7p

Sunday – Monday 1p – 6p

Well’ see you here!

Quiche - Roasted Cauliflower (o) and Gruyere

plus Blue Cheese Salad- Blue cheese, apples, toasted walnuts on a bed of spring greens with vinaigrette

and Avocado sandwich – avocado, cream cheese, baby greens and cucumber on whole wheat (turkey optional)

Quiche - Roasted Cauliflower and Gruyere

plus

Salad - Blue cheese, apples, toasted walnuts and organic salad greens with vinaigrette

Sandwich – Tuna Melt with Fontina cheese on rye or Fresh Tuna Salad with ripe tomatoes and greens

Anyway, we’re still here. We just got some lovely cheeses and wonderful foods in that will make the arrival of spring better.

Quiche - Cauliflower and Gruyere (organic

plus sandwiches, salads and everything you see on the shelf!

Quiche - Mushroom and Kale (organic)

AND

Sandwich - Cubano: Manchego, ham and turkey (or sub tempeh for a vegetarian sandwich), grilled onions, Smokra on Farrell bread.