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Giant Eagle, Market District Team With Celebrity Chef On New Meal Line
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PITTSBURGH, PA — Giant Eagle and Market District have paired with celebrity chef, restaurateur and TV show host Curtis Stone on a line chef-crafted meals people can enjoy at home.
Dine In With Curtis Stone products are premium refrigerated meals developed by Stone and are sold only at Giant Eagle and Market District stores.
Developed by Stone, the single-serving meals can be heated in as little as five minutes.
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"At Giant Eagle and Market District, we're always looking for new ways to bring exceptional food experiences to our customers," Ruth McLennan, vice president of Market District and Fresh at Giant Eagle.
"Our collaboration with Curtis Stone allows us to offer convenient, high-quality meals created by one of the world's most respected chefs. Dine In with Curtis Stone makes it easier than ever for our customers to discover great taste, even on their busiest days."
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The Dine In With Curtis Stone lineup features eight different meals starting at $10.99:
- Pulled Pork with Mac & Cheese
- Indian-Style Butter Chicken with Turmeric Rice
- Hearty Turkey Chili with a Wild Rice Blend
- Tangy Thai-Style Pork with Jasmine Rice
- French-Style Beef Stew with Mashed Potatoes and Herb Butter
- Tender Chicken and Mushrooms with Cheesy Polenta
- Mediterranean-Style Turkey Bites with Orzo
- Spaghetti and Meatballs in a Pomodoro Sauce
Stone said he has created the kind of food that he likes to eat himself.
"Life gets busy for all of us, so having something delicious you can get on the table in minutes is always a big win," he said. "I'm really proud of these meals and so excited for Giant Eagle and Market District customers to be the first to enjoy them."
The next product line in the collaboration, Crafted by Curtis Stone, will offer a range of premium, shareable protein-led main courses and is expected to launch later this year.
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