Mariano's

11/02/2026

Chef Lamar Moore brought his Who’s Coming to Dinner Lobster Grits to WGN Morning News, sharing a restaurant-worthy recipe that supports Food Bank partners across Illinois. 💚

Even better? Lobster tails are on sale at Mariano’s this week for just $6, making this impressive dish under $10 per person!🦞✨

🎥 Watch the segment via the link in our bio!
📖 Pick up a copy of Who’s Coming to Dinner and grab your lobster tails at Mariano’s this week!

11/01/2026

We are proud to partner once again with MLB All-Star and hometown hero Curtis Granderson for the Annual
Grand Giving Campaign! 💚
From November 1-30, donate $1, $5, $10 or roundup at checkout to support the Greater Chicago Food Depository, Northern Illinois Food Bank, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, and Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, helping fight food insecurity in the communities we serve.✨
Together, we can make a difference this holiday season.
Donate at any Mariano’s, Metro Market, or Pick ‘n Save store, or online through the link in our bio!💚

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from our boo-tiful crew to yours! 🎃👻
Wishing you a day filled with plenty of treats, a few tricks and lots of Halloween fun!🧡

10/27/2026

Chicago flavor, but make it FREE!💥
Get your free bag of Local Style Chips from our Showdrop machines and take your taste buds on a test drive!

If you’re obsessed (you will be), grab the full lineup at our stores! From Deep Dish Pizza, Hot Giardiniera, Hotdog, and Classic Salted, they are all $5.99! 💚

10/23/2026

🍂 NEW this week at Mariano’s! 🎃🥢

Meet the Row 7 Honeypatch Squash Teriyaki Bowl, crafted by Mariano’s Tastemaker Pat Sang, featuring Honeypatch squash grown by Dan Barber’s Row 7 team! 🌱✨

We’re excited to celebrate the exclusive launch of this limited-time bowl, available only at Mariano’s! ❤️

📍 Find it exclusively at our Ravenswood location for just $6.99 and give this delicious collaboration a try!

10/22/2026

☕️Coffee, conversation & community! 👮🏽‍♀️💙
Join us for Coffee with a Cop at Mariano’s! Stop by, grab a cup of coffee and connect with local law enforcement and community partners in a casual, welcoming setting.
We hope to see you there! ☕️🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

10/19/2026

Built from a third‑generation family recipe, Carolyn’s Krisps brings Chicago‑made charm to every bite! ✨ Founder Amie shares her pairing ideas that turn each Krisp into a flavorful moment! …and they’re gluten‑free, dairy‑free cookie‑crackers, perfect for any charcuterie board! 💙

Find them in our Murray’s Cheese Department:
• Cheddar Cheeze
• Pomodoro Pizza
• Maple Pecan

Add these crunchy gems to your virtual cart through the Mariano’s website, linked in our bio. 💚

10/16/2026

🐾 Join us at Mariano’s Vernon Hills TOMORROW for a special pet adoption event with PAWS Chicago and incredible local rescue partners dedicated to finding loving homes for dogs and cats in need. 💚

Swipe to see a sneak peek of some of the many cute pups who will be there! 🐶✨

📅 Saturday, October 17 | Noon–3 p.m.
📍 1720 N. Milwaukee Ave., Vernon Hills, IL

Participating Rescue Partners:
🐾 The Buddy Foundation
🐾 Dark Horse Dogs
🐾 Fetching Tails
🐾 PAWS Chicago
🐾 Bonafied Animal Rescue

Come meet your new best friend and help support local rescue organizations! ❤️🐾

10/14/2026

Back by popular demand, Chicago’s own Alexander James Wh***ey is officially back on shelves at select Mariano’s! Just in time to celebrate five years of partnership and local pride. 🥃💚

Founded by Jesse Steward Jr. and inspired by his two grandfathers’ bond, Alexander James Wh***ey blends family history, storytelling, and Chicago pride… all in one bottle. ✨

10/14/2026

Happy National Dessert Day! 🍓🍰
Treat yourself with dessert recipes crafted by the incredible chefs featured in Who’s Coming to Dinner?

Enjoy Dana Cree’s Ice Cream Truck Treats, Greg Wade’s Berry Scones, Casey Doody’s iconic Tiramisu, and dozens more sweet creations straight from the pros.🎂

Make a $6.99 donation to our food bank partners and receive your free cookbook at any of our registers. Bring home the recipe and make something sweet tonight. 💚

10/13/2026

We’re skipping the AI flyers and letting the food speak for itself!🍣✨

OKI Sushi at Mariano’s is serving up signature rolls, fresh poke bowls and our new wasabi egg salad sando! Made daily, crafted by chefs, and ready whenever you are.

Lunch, dinner, or a quick bite… we’ve got you covered. 💚

10/12/2026

🧡 Sack Hunger Bags are in our stores!

Made with care by our volunteers and associates, each $5 bag provides five meals to families in our community. Grab one, drop it in the collection bin, and make a difference today! ✨

10/12/2026

🐈‍⬛ Black Cat Awareness Month was a success! Four cats found their fur‑ever families! 🖤
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Mariano’s Palatine for our adoption event with Barb’s Precious Rescue. Your kindness and big hearts helped make the afternoon truly meow‑gical! ✨

10/08/2026

Happy National Pierogi Day! We’re celebrating with a Chicago favorite, Kasia’s Pierogi. Founded by Kazimiera “Kasia” Bober in 1982, this family-owned brand has been serving award-winning pierogi and Old World traditions for generations.

✨Get Kasia’s Pierogi on sale for $5.46 with your Mariano’s Card through 10/11! Shop on our website, linked in our bio.

Pick up a package and enjoy a taste of local tradition tonight!💚

10/08/2026

👏 HAPPENING TODAY! 👏

Your next career move starts at Mariano’s! Stop by our Hiring Event today, 10/8, from 2-7pm for on-the-spot interviews and learn about the amazing opportunities available across our stores. 💚

✨Flexible schedules
✨Associate discounts
✨Excellent benefits

Join associates like Erin and Noel and discover what makes Mariano’s a great place to grow your career.

📍Any Mariano’s location, 2-7pm
💻TheKrogerCo.com/careers

10/06/2026

The only thing better than a great party? A party that towers above the rest 🥂

Pick up your FREE copy of The Power of the Tower, Mariano’s newest magazine, and discover everything from ch*****ne towers and epic charcuterie displays to dreamy desserts, recipes, and expert entertaining tips.

✨FREE while supplies last
✨$10+ in coupons inside

Inspiration is waiting in every page! 💚

10/03/2026

What a night! 🍷🐟

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening yesterday, exploring w**e pairings and global conservas with the incredible Ken Fredrickson, Master Sommelier! ❤️

Best of all, every ticket sold supported Common Threads 💚

Book your class experience today through OpenTable Chicago , linked in our bio. Until next time!🥂

09/30/2026

There’s a new way to explore what we carry, and it’s completely FREE!!! 💚
Our in‑store Showdrop sampling machines make discovering new products simple! Try a featured item, learn about the brand behind it, and decide if it’s your next favorite before it hits your cart. 🛒💚

Founder Alex’s how‑to video walks you through just how easy it is to sample.👏

Make Showdrop part of every Mariano’s visit and see what’s new each time. ✨

09/29/2026

09/29/2026

🐈‍⬛ Celebrate Black Cat Awareness Month with us!
Stop by at Mariano’s Palatine THIS Saturday, 10/3 from 1–4 PM for a purr‑fect afternoon with Barb’s Precious Rescue!

Meet adorable black cats looking for loving homes, chat with Barb herself, and help these furry friends find their forever families. Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to show some love, it’s meow or never. 🐈‍⬛💚

📍 Mariano’s Palatine (545 N Hicks Road)
🕛 Saturday, 10/3 | 1–4 PM

09/28/2026

Today is National Family Day! Celebrate with a sweet moment at home tonight 🍓🍰

Our new Cookbook, Who’s Coming To Dinner?, is filled with recipes perfect for cooking with your family! Including Maya-Camille’s Strawberry Basil Key Lime Pie and Kimberly Adams’ Signature Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle! 💚

Make a $6.99 donation to Greater Chicago Food Depository and Northern Illinois Food Bank and receive your free cookbook at any Mariano’s register!

Bring home a recipe, make a memory, and share a meal together tonight!✨

09/28/2026

Sabor in every drop, and now in every Mariano’s! 💚🔥

We’re proud to carry Tierra Negra Salsa, created by Chicago’s own Ivan Gutierrez, whose generations‑old family recipes inspired a salsa that’s mucho más than just salsa. Each jar is a culinary roadtrip layered with rich textures, and heritage you can taste! 🇲🇽

Find Tierra Negra at our stores and bring home a local brand crafted with corazón! 💚🤍❤️

09/26/2026

Chicago’s culinary scene shines brighter every time Chef Tony Priolo steps in front of a camera or into a kitchen. ✨

Yesterday, Tony joined CBS Chicago to showcase one of the standout recipes from our new Mariano’s cookbook, Who’s Coming to Dinner? with all proceeds supporting Greater Chicago Food Depository and Northern Illinois Food Bank.

You can grab Tony’s pasta, sauces, olive oil, and balsamic vinegars at Mariano’s, making it even easier to bring his recipe to life at home. 🍝💚

Tony, thank you for sharing your talent and heart with this project. Your partnership reminds us that a meal can do more than feed people. It can inspire, unite, and create lasting impact.💚

🔗Check out the segment linked in our bio!