Arianna Téllez León is a trainer at ZingTrain. Her first introduction to the ZCoB was as a food runner at Zingerman’s Delicatessen in 2012. She had only planned to work at the Deli for the summer, but the quality of training and on-the-job classes solidified her belief in Zingerman’s!

Enjoy an evening with Ari! @zingermansdeli.bsky.social is hosting two Ari’s Best of 2025 Tastings in December. You’ll leave armed with new found food facts and kitchen inspiration; you’ll also be buzzing with tantalized taste buds. Get your ticket: zingermansdeli.com/events/

We don’t *need* there to be a national holiday to celebrate pickles, but since there is… we’re definitely partaking in their divine dill-iciousness.

Yup. Totally counts.

Say hi to Joanie Hales! 👋 She's a co-managing partner of ZingTrain! Her favorite part of working at Zingerman's? "Hands down, the people. My co-workers have become some of my dearest friends, and one became my husband!"

One of our guiding principles is to be an active part of our community! We believe that a business has an obligation to give back to the community of which it is a part. Learn more about our community giving program on our blog: www.zingermanscommunity.com/2025/11/you-...

The legend lives on.

Katie Frank is one of two managing partners at ZingTrain. She is passionate about her work and continuous improvement, always leads with her heart, and has a sweet jump shot!

How does a delicious Thanksgiving dinner prepared by a chef that's ready to be savoured in the comfort of your own home sound? Zingerman's Cornman Farms is here for you, whether you'd like a couple of sides or the whole dang feast! shop.zingermanscornmanfarms.com/collections/thanksgiving-1

Food Gatherers is Zingerman's Nonprofit Spotlight throughout November and December. To help keep their trucks full of nutritious food, donate today at give.foodgatherers.org/ge/snapresponse. To find a food distribution near you, visit www.foodgatherers.org/findfood or call 734-761-2796.

🎃 Time for a pumpkin dance break! 🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃

Arrrrr, we thinks this pirate crew had more fun pillaging pancakes this past weekend than they've had on the high seas.⁠ ⁠ Yo ho ho! If you wear a costume to a Zingerman's business this week, tag us so we can see!⁠ ⁠ (Thanks Southside for putting up with these scallywags!)

Being a Community Share owner gives employees a chance to truly own a part of Zingerman’s. By 2032, our staff will own half of the Zingerman’s brand! This is a little sneak peek of our annual Community Shares meeting:

You've met Grace and Rodger, now meet Rick, the third co-managing partner of Zingerman's Deli! Rick has had not one, but two Deli meals named after him. One is featured here; do you remember the second?

Have you met Rodger from the Deli yet? Rodger Bowser is the head chef and one of three managing partners at Zingerman's Delicatessen!

The temps this week could not dissuade Dill the pickle—sweata weatha is in full swing!

Did you know that a majority of Zingerman’s businesses are owned or co-owned by women? @zingermansdeli.bsky.social's Grace Singleton is one of them! (The majority of ZCoB managers are women, too!)

Explore every Zingerman’s wedding venue in one magical afternoon—from the country elegance of Cornman Farms to the downtown sophistication of Greyline and the welcoming flavors of the Roadhouse. Sunday, October 26 Zingerman’s Cornman Farms 1 - 4 pm shop.zingermanscornmanfarms.com/products/10-...

If you wander into Zingerman's Delicatessen and stroll up the ramp, you'll find a carefully curated collection of cookbooks—that's the work of Deli Staffer Darrell Jackson.

Much of our work is about building relationships with special people who make truly special products. Capriole Goat Cheese and its founder, Judy Schad, are icons of American artisan food, Zingerman's Delicatessen cheesemonger Scott Evans says. Learn why: zingermansdeli.com/2024/03/capr...

Zingerman's Mail Order is hiring for the holidays! Full and part-time shifts are available and run through the end of December. Head to zingermansjobs.com/ to check out all the open positions!

Our staff will own 50% of the Zingerman's brand by 2032! Zingerman's co-founder Ari Weinzweig says: "When the companies get sold ... the owner tends to get a lot of money, but then it destroys the culture and it destroys the community." Photos: David Guralnek, The Detroit News

Congratulations Zingerman's Bakehouse, @thetakeout.bsky.social's "Absolute Best Bakery" in Michigan!

JK's Farmhouse Ciders has been part of Michigan's cider-making tradition since the 1850s and uses family recipes that have been passed down through the generations. They're also a fall favorite at @zingermansdeli.bsky.social. 🍎 🍏 🍎 Learn more: zingermansdeli.com/2023/09/jks-...

Zingerman's Cornman Farms has TWO upcoming Oktoberfest celebrations! Enjoy mouth-watering food and live Bavarian music with us on the farm. September 28th and October 5th — see the daily menus and pre-order now: as shop.zingermanscornmanfarms.com/collections/...

Girls Group helps girls become first-generation college students through programs that hone academic skills, encourage social-emotional learning, provide financial education, and show the value of community service. Learn more: zingermanscommunity.com/nonprofit-sp...

Chowhound recently interviewed Roadhouse chef Bob Bennett about this wonderful ingredient and how to prepare it. Pro tip: Be sure to cook them for the right amount of time (Psst: it's hours, not minutes!), which makes the bitterness melt away. chowhound.com/1953071/how-...

Hello? Why yes, we ARE hiring! Check out all of the openings here: zingermanscommunity.com/jobs

Get to know one of our favorite honey producers, Moon Shine Trading Company! This family-run company is passionate about protecting pollinators, fostering sustainability, and building community around some very special honeys. 🐝 🌸 🍯 zingermansdeli.com/2025/09/moon...

Are you Team Fresh Pasta or Team Dried Pasta? thefeed.zingermans.com/2021/06/25/i... (Or, like us, are you Team BOTH?!)

A half-baked #haiku ode to the Deli salad case: Seasonal delights Compostable containers Palate plus planet

Zingerman's Bakehouse Cake Studio can make cake dreams come true. Even Moo Deng-themed ones: "OH MY GOD, IT'S SO PERFECT. Truly, you all outdid yourselves, it's perfect. The lil’ pink hearts!!!"

Get ready to pig out on terrific tunes and great eats! @zingermansdeli.bsky.social is jazzed to welcome Phil Ogilvie’s Rhythm Kings—aka P.O.R.K.—back to their patio. Swing by the pork-loving party on Thursday, September 18, from 5–7 pm. www.zingermansdeli.com/event/patio-...

3 things to look for in a good box of chocolates: 1) Really good chocolate 2) Really good fillings 3) Nothing else. thefeed.zingermans.com/2022/03/17/i...

"While good leadership clearly matters a lot ... it is also true that ordinary people can make a much bigger difference than they have been led to believe." Hear more from Ari Weinzweig about ordinary people doing extraordinary things: www.zingermanscommunity.com/2025/09/sept...

At Cornman Farms, our event venue in Dexter, we know that the small, intimate moments are just as meaningful as the big ones. These are some of our favorite quiet spots. What are yours? zingermanscornmanfarms.com/our-favorite...

Why does that tuna cost so much? Mo Frechette, managing partner of Zingerman's Mail Order, explains why all tins are not created equal. thefeed.zingermans.com/2020/10/08/i...

Maize and blue pop-up Now until September 10 Get your Zingy gear! Go Blue and cheers to half-baked #haikus Order here: undergroundshirts.com/groups/zinge...

TGIF: Thank Goodness It's Fry-day! See you at Little Kim for lunch?! Photo: Gerard + Belevender

During the three Sundays of Oktoberfest 2025, Cornman Farms will offer classic German cuisine for you to enjoy at the farm or take to go. September 21 - Chicken Schnitzel September 28 - Currywurst October 5 - Jägerschnitzel Pre-order now! shop.zingermanscornmanfarms.com/collections/...

Bread is a given for most Americans. We don’t give it much thought when we pop a slice in the toaster, but it’s quite the opposite at the Oruchinga Refugee Settlement Camp in Uganda. Learn how the Adama Foundation is striving to feed hope: blog.bakewithzing.com/baking-a-bet...

Introducing Tastes Like Somewhere, the podcast where flavor meets memory, tradition, and terroir. Hosted by food travel expert Kristie Brablec from Zingerman’s Food Tours. Check out the first episode with Chef Kieron Hales: www.zingermansfoodtours.com/podcast/2025...

The latest issue of our newsletter is out! What can you find inside? - An essay from Ari - Profiles of a couple of Zingerman's staffers - Goats in lederhosen Look for copies in Zingerman's businesses or read it online: www.zingermanscommunity.com/2025/09/sept...

A supremely delicious cheese board in four simple steps. thefeed.zingermans.com/2022/03/10/i...

Confused about curing? Here are the basics. 1) Cured meat isn't cooked. 2) Curing works its magic by eliminating bad bacteria from meat in two ways: drying and fermentation. Read on: thefeed.zingermans.com/2022/09/23/i...

Football Saturday Fun Fact: Destiny's Child sampled the University of Michigan Marching Band's drumline in Lose My Breath. #GoBlue

Let's talk about preserving food! Adding sugar to strawberries to make a jam so that the strawberries don’t rot, and we can eat them in the winter? Sounds like a good idea! Adding preservatives to breads and baked goods? No thanks! thefeed.zingermans.com/2022/09/29/i...

Ann Arbor made The Washington Post's "The 10 Best College Football Towns in America" list! #GoBlue (And guess who got a shout-out? Miss Kim & @zingermansdeli.bsky.social!) www.washingtonpost.com/travel/inter... Photo by Emily Elconin/For The Washington Post

seasonal sadness last days of summer heat and Blueberry Buckle Fridays are for half-baked #haikus (and crying over coffee cake)

Pop quiz: Do you know the difference between "city" and "country" hams? thefeed.zingermans.com/2022/03/03/i...