How to Throw a “Grate” Grilled Cheese Party
National Grilled Cheese Day is one of our favorite food holidays, perfect for those who can’t get enough of these warm and gooey sandwiches. There’s perhaps no better way to celebrate this scrumptious day than by hosting a grilled cheese buffet for your cheese-loving friends and family. Simply set a table with a variety of grilled cheese ingredients and have a large skillet ready on the stove for guests to grill to their liking. Not sure where to start with your grilled cheese buffet? Your local Foodtown grocery store is here to help, stocked with plenty of tasty options.
Get Creative with Plenty of Grilled Cheese Ingredients
Beyond the White Bread
While you certainly can’t go wrong with classic white bread, there’s something extra special about including a variety of bread to choose from. Consider loaves of the following, all available at the Foodtown Bakery:
- Whole Wheat
- Ciabatta
- Rye
- Sourdough
- Challah
- Cinnamon Raisin
Choose the Cheese
Perhaps the most important ingredient on your table is very much the cheese! Our Dairy Department has plenty of options to choose from. Stock up on a few of the following varieties:
- American
- Swiss
- Gruyere
- Mozzarella
- Brie
- Fontina
- Cheddar
Get Spready
Here’s where the fun really begins. Aside from the butter needed to create a nice brown crust, spreads can be used inside the sandwich to kick things up a notch. Line your table with a few bowls of…
- Pesto
- Hot Sauce or Sriracha
- Whole Grain Mustard
- Marinara or Pizza Sauce
- Hummus
- Guacamole
- Fig Preserves—pairs with brie cheese
Fill it Up
Aside from spreads, fillings can truly elevate a grilled cheese, transforming it into a sandwich all its own. Visit our meat, produce, and pantry departments to shop for a few of the below ingredients, allowing your guests to build a sandwich they’ll love…
- Fresh Spinach Leaves
- Sliced Tomato
- Jalapeno Slices
- Avocado
- Bacon or Prosciutto
- Pickles
- Roasted Chicken
- Caramelized Onions
- Basil Leaves
- Kalamata Olives
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Apple or Pear Slices
Save Cheddar with Every Trip to Foodtown
As you prepare for your grilled cheese party, stock up on everything you’ll need at your local Foodtown supermarket. Backed by the savings found in our weekly circular, plus the Smart Coupons that can be loaded onto your Foodtown Club Card, you’ll save plenty of cheddar on every ingredient.
Learn more about what’s it like to Shop Smart and download the Foodtown Smart App to have savings always within reach.