NEW YORK (Sept. 13, 2024) – New Yorkers, get ready for a grocery experience tailored to your fast-paced city life! Whole Foods Market, a leader in high-quality and organic foods, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first-ever smaller format store, the Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, on September 18th at 8:30 a.m. This exciting new venture is located at 1175 Third Avenue, in the vibrant Lenox Hill neighborhood of Manhattan’s Upper East Side, bringing unparalleled convenience and fresh, top-tier ingredients right to your doorstep.
This innovative concept, initially announced in March 2024, is designed to perfectly complement the dynamic lifestyles of urban dwellers. The Whole Foods Market Daily Shop offers a streamlined shopping experience, focusing on grab-and-go options for quick meals and snacks, essential weekly groceries, and those crucial ingredients needed to complete your home-cooked dinners. Crucially, every item within the Daily Shop upholds Whole Foods Market’s stringent quality standards, ensuring you never have to compromise on excellence, even when you’re short on time. These smaller format stores, ranging from 7,000 to 14,000 square feet, represent a significant shift, being approximately a quarter to half the size of a typical 40,000 square foot Whole Foods Market. This makes shopping quicker and more efficient, perfectly suited for the busy New York lifestyle.
Discover the Unique Features of Whole Foods Market Daily Shop in Lenox Hill
The Lenox Hill Whole Foods Market Daily Shop is packed with features specifically curated for the New York City shopper:
Celebrating Local Flavors
Embracing the spirit of community and regional excellence, the Daily Shop boasts over 400 products sourced locally. This impressive selection comes from more than 100 suppliers based in the Northeast, with a strong emphasis on New York favorites. Look out for beloved brands such as Family Farmstead Dairy, renowned for its exceptional dairy products, The White Moustache with their artisanal yogurt creations, Annie’s Ginger Elixir for invigorating beverages, Dam Good English Muffins offering a breakfast staple perfected, and Mill Hollow Maple Syrup, bringing the taste of local maple farms to the city.
Adding to the excitement, the Lenox Hill location is also a launchpad for exciting new local brands. Discover Jack & Friends, offering innovative jerky options, P-Nuff Crunch with their unique peanut-based snacks, and Mimi Cheng’s, known for delicious dumplings. For beer enthusiasts, TALEA Beer Co. has crafted a special Lenox Hill Pilsner, an exclusive brew only available at this particular Whole Foods Market Daily Shop location. This focus on local sourcing not only supports regional businesses but also ensures customers enjoy the freshest and most unique products New York has to offer.
Introducing the First Juice & Java in NYC
New York City’s first Juice & Java venue makes its debut within the Lenox Hill Daily Shop. This exciting addition provides a perfect spot to refuel and recharge with a wide array of offerings. Whether you’re craving expertly brewed coffee, a soothing cup of tea, freshly squeezed juices, or invigorating smoothies, Juice & Java has you covered. Beyond beverages, they also offer a selection of satisfying sandwiches, comforting soups, and delectable desserts, making it an ideal stop for a quick breakfast, lunch, or afternoon treat.
Ready-to-Heat Meals for Ultimate Convenience
Understanding the need for quick and easy meal solutions, Whole Foods Market Kitchens is launching new ready-to-heat sous vide entrees and sides at this location. These meals are designed for optimal convenience without sacrificing quality or flavor. Customers can also choose from single-serve hot bowls and meals, including health-conscious options like Teriyaki Salmon, Falafel Tahini, and Chipotle Chicken grain and protein bowls. These ready-to-eat options are perfect for busy individuals looking for a healthy and delicious meal without the fuss of extensive cooking.
Whole Foods Market Favorites and Essentials
Alongside these unique features, the Daily Shop will also stock beloved Whole Foods Market staples. Expect a plentiful selection of fresh, seasonal produce, high-quality meat and seafood, prepared foods including sandwiches and pre-packed meals for those on the go, a curated selection of breads, alcoholic beverages, and supplements. Of course, no Whole Foods Market would be complete without their signature 365 by Whole Foods Market brand, offering value and quality across a range of everyday products. This ensures that while the store is smaller, it still provides the comprehensive grocery solutions customers expect from Whole Foods Market in New York.
To celebrate the grand opening, the first 300 customers to arrive on opening morning will receive a special limited-edition tote bag, a complimentary cold brew coffee from Nguyen Coffee Supply, and delicious muffins from Abe’s. It’s an opening day celebration you won’t want to miss!
Commitment to the New York Community
Whole Foods Market’s dedication extends beyond providing exceptional groceries; they are deeply committed to supporting the local New York communities they serve. To demonstrate this commitment, Whole Foods Market is donating in-kind products to support the vital work of The Bowery Mission, City Harvest, and Gotham Food Pantry. These three impactful organizations will also benefit from the Lenox Hill location through Whole Foods Market’s Grocery Rescue Program, receiving excess food to further their missions. Furthermore, The Bowery Mission and City Harvest are proud van partners in the Nourishing our Neighborhoods program, reinforcing Whole Foods Market’s ongoing efforts to reduce food waste and give back to the community.
Looking ahead, Whole Foods Market has announced plans for another Whole Foods Market Daily Shop location at 409 E 14th Street in the East Village’s StuyTown development. This marks the third confirmed New York City location, following the recent announcement of a new store in Hell’s Kitchen. These developments signal an exciting expansion of Whole Foods Market’s presence in New York City, with more locations and a national rollout anticipated in the future.
For more detailed information about the new Lenox Hill Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, please visit www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/lenoxhill.
About Whole Foods Market
Since its founding in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market has grown into the world’s leading retailer of natural and organic foods. It proudly holds the distinction of being the first certified organic national grocer in the United States. As part of Amazon’s Worldwide Grocery Stores, Whole Foods Market currently serves customers across more than 530 stores throughout the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. To discover more about Whole Foods Market and its commitment to quality and community, please visit https://media.wholefoodsmarket.com/.
