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News from Burhop's in Hinsdale

Open 6 Days/week - Phone: 630-887-4700

Hours: Mon. 10:30 - 6:00: Tues.-Weds. 9:30 - 6:00

Thurs.-Fri. 9:30-6:30 Sat. 9:30 - 5:30: Sun. CLOSED

Web site: www.burhopsseafood.com

Felicity Fin, Editor

IN THIS ISSUE:

• OIl & Vinegar Tasting Good Friday
• Friday's Free Sauce Samples - LAST CHANCE!
• March Madness: Save on Shrimp, Spreads
• Fresh Specials 3/26-28: Norwegian Steelhead Trout, Rain Forest Tilapia
• Deli Deals - Cajun-stuffed Salmon, Cous Cous, Wild Rice with Cherries, Hinsdale Chowder Hot/Frozen
• Blackened Salmon Sandwich - (Weds. & Fri. $1 OFF) Lobster Roll Kits (Thursdays $3 OFF)
• Weekly Specials - something great on deal every day of the week!
• PLAN AHEAD for Lenten Fridays, Easter, Passover in April
• Burhop's To Go Menu
• Catering

FIRST ALASKAN SPRING HALIBUT IS HERE!

Our suppliers told us to expect our shipment of this year's first halibut catch last Thursday, and it's here! The price is always high to start, so we won't be ordering a lot - if you just have to have some, we strongly recommend that you call to place an order - 630-887-4700. A sure sign of spring!

POACHED SALMON TRAYS

PERFECT FOR EASTER BRUNCH

The star of your Easter buffet brunch - we do all the work, all you do is set it on the table. Order on line HERE: Tray Orders. Or if you prefer your salmon smoked, we have our Hot and Cold Smoked Salmon Tray, and the always popular Shrimp Tray. You can also place an order via phone, 630-887-4700, or stop into the store. Orders must be received by the end of the day on Thursday, 3/28. We are closed on Easter, so all orders must be picked up by 5:30 on Saturday.

GOOD FRIDAY 3/29

OIL & VINEGAR TASTING

Scott Shearer from Twisted Olive will be back at Burhop's on Good Friday from 1:30-3:30 sampling some of his amaing flavored olive oils and balsamic vinegar. Have a taste, and ask him questions about how to use them with your fish!

FREE FRIDAY SAUCE SAMPLES DURING LENT - LAST ONE!

As a special treat during Lent, we are offering all our customers a 2 oz. sample of one of our many great fresh sauces with your fish purchase. Ask us what goes with your fish.*

As this is the last Friday in Lent, it's your last chance to get a free sample of one of our great sauces. Don't miss out!

SAMPLE SAUCE SELECTIONS:

Lemon Dill

Stone Ground Mustard

Vine Ripe Bruschetta

Sun Dried Tomato Pesto

Artichoke Pesto

Poblano Pesto

Stonewall Garlic Rosemary Citrus

*We select sauces available for sampling. Fish purchase required. While supplies last.

MARCH MADNESS SPECIALS!

It's March Madness, college baskeball's pinacle of excitement and bad bets. Enjoy the competition with friends, or treat yourself to our amazing cooked shrimp and spreads:

BURHOP'S FAMOUS COCKTAIL SHRIMP

Was $27.95/lb. SALE $25.95/lb.

We cook it fresh every day, with our own blend of herbs and spices. Grocery store shrimp was cooked on a boat months ago, and then frozen.

BURHOP SPREADS

Was $10.95/lb. SALE $8.95/lb.

Choose from

Smoked Salmon

Smoked Whitefish

Crab-blend

Perfect for parties, just add crackers. Or treat yourself - fantastic on a toasted bagel.

MIDWEEK SPECIALS 3/26-28

NORWEGIAN STELHEAD TROUT

Was $25.95/lb. SALE $23.95/lb.

Steelhead trout is raised in the fjords of Norway, closely related to rainbow trout. Great in any trout or salmon recipe, ask us for ideas. .

TROPICAL TILAPIA

Was $12.95/lb. SALE $10.95/lb.

Also known as St. Peter's Fish, our fresh tilapia is raised in the tropics of Central America, delicious, healthy and part of the fabric that brings sustinance to local communities. It's tasty sauteed with a breading or a nut crust, in tacos, or baked in the oven. Ask us for ideas!

DELI SPECIALS

All our deli items are made in our kitchen by Chef Jaime - You can taste the difference!

CAJUN-STUFFED SALMON

Reg. $11.95/each SALE $11/each*

A quick and tasty dinner for guests or family dining - just pop in the oven for 20 minutes, top with Lemon Dill Sauce (comes with) at the end of baking. Add a veg and dinner is ready!

WILD RICE WITH DRIED CHERRIES

Reg. $9.95/Ib. SALE $8.95 Ib.*

A perfect companion to grilled or baked fish, you can serve it warmed up or at room temperature. Also makes a great light lunch.

CALICO COUS COUS

Reg. $9.95/Ib. SALE $8.95 Ib.*

A great side for supper, or a lovely light lunch. Serve warmed in the oven or at room temperature. Contains pasta beads combined with fresh vegetables.

HOT OR FROZEN SOUP OF THE DAY:

HINSDALE FISH CHOWDER

Reg. $10.95/Ib. SALE $10.00 Ib.*

It's always soup season - an easy, delicious meal the whole family will enjoy. Ask us for a taste! Our regular lunchtime soup eaters often polish off our hot soup that we start with, so we may have two choices during the day.

WEEKLY SPECIALS - SOMETHING WONDERFUL

ON DEAL EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK!

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

SENIOR DISCOUNT DAYS

10% OFF ENTIRE PURCHASE FOR PEOPLE 65+

Not good on sale items or with other offers, such as coupons. We'll give you whichever deal is best for you.

WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS

BLACKENED SALMON SANDWICH

Reg. $10.95/each SALE $9.95/each*

This new sandwich is delicious - reviews have all been raves. To have yours ready when you get here, call ahead, 630-887-4700. It takes about 8-10 minutes to prepare. Add chips and a beverage to make it a meal. AVAILABLE FOR DELIVERY THROUGH DOORDASH.

NOW AVAILABLE IN KITS TO TAKE HOME.

Enjoy this fabulous sandwich at home for dinner - we provide bun, salmon dredged in blackening spices (REGULAR OR SALT FREE), our fresh coleslaw topping and a small container of aioli. Just sauté in a little olive oil, lightly toast your bun, and put it together. Your family will thank you!

THURSDAYS

LOBSTER ROLL KITS

Reg. $22.95/each SALE $19.95/each*

Our lobster roll kits are a breeze to put together at home for maximum freshness. Just lightly toast the bun, put in the lobster filling and lettuce, and it's ready to serve. Comes with a side of our creamy coleslaw. Putting it together yourself saves you almost 7% in sales tax plus the $3 OFF.

PLAN AHEAD FOR

EASTER BRUNCH,

LET US DO THE WORK! 

Easter is really early, March 31st, Passover is not until April 22, so no overlap this year. Hinsdale schools are out the week prior to Easter, so we hope you'll all be back in town for egg hunts and a nice post-church brunch. Let us do most of the hard work!

PARTY TRAY AND OTHER SPECIAL ORDERS MUST BE IN BY NOON ON THURSDAY, MARCH 28th.

CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR PARTY TRAYS ON LINE.

WE WILL BE CLOSED ON EASTER SUNDAY. Orders must be picked up by 5:30 on Saturday afternoon. 

Ideas for Easter Brunch & Passover: 

• Appetizers: Choose from our tasty spreads (Smoked Salmon, Smoked Whitefish, Shrimp or Crab-blend); an array of wonderful cold smoked seafood items from Ducktrap Farms in Maine; hot smoked salmon in plain and peppered varieties; our famous cocktail shrimp; crab claws, half shell oysters and more. Ask us for ideas.
• Poached Salmon Tray: We will poach fillets of fresh salmon in a genuine court bouillon just for you - tell us how many people you want to feed, if this is part of a buffet or the main course, and we will tell you what you need. We guarantee that it will disappear quickly! Comes with our special Sour Cream Dill Sauce. Must be ordered at least 24 hours in advance and picked up on Saturday for Easter Sunday. 

     Click Here to order any of our party trays on line. 

• Hot & Cold Smoked Salmon Tray: Our newest tray, this is the highlight of the buffet for people who love smoked salmon. Comes beautifully garnished with capers and chopped onions.
• Shrimp or Shrimp & Crab Party Trays: These are great for everyone to help themselves, perfect for the buffet or to pass before the brunch is served. Order by noon Thursday for pickup Saturday afternoon. 

• Crab Cakes with Stone Ground Mustard Sauce: A delicious, easy treat that the kids will enjoy as well as the adults. All they require is a quick sauté, and they're ready to serve with a side of mustard sauce, which comes with. For Easter brunch, serve on an English muffin topped with a poached egg and the mustard sauce - easy and elegant, our version of Eggs Benedict. Add some of our fresh Broccoli Salad and one of our fresh rice or cous cous dishes, and a delicious gourmet meal is ready for the fussiest eater.
• Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Salmon, Goat Cheese & Chives: Whip up a batch of eggs with a little milk or water, cook them over low heat, and a minute or so before they're done, stir in some chopped cold smoked Ducktrap salmon, chopped chives, and some crumbled goat cheese. We guarantee that these eggs will disappear very quickly!
• Burhop's Fresh Gefilte Fish: Made fresh in our kitchen, these are nothing like the ones that come out of a jar - they're delicious, and we do all the work! Our Gefilte Fish will be available in the fresh case, and we encourage you to place an order if you want a lot of them.  630-887-4700.(Not available until mid-April, closer to Passover. Pre-order appreciated).
• Jaime's Easter Herb Polenta: Cute seasonally shaped portions of fresh polenta - just sauté for a few minutes on each side and serve. Contains no wheat.
• Deviled Eggs with Caviar: Looking for ways to use up those hard boiled eggs? Make deviled eggs by peeling the eggs and cutting the hard boiled eggs in half, removing the yolks, mixing the yolks with some mayonnaise, paprika, salt and pepper and a dash of Worcestershire to taste; spoon the yolk mixture back into the egg halves and top with some Salmon Caviar, reasonably priced and a lovely color, or some domestic Beluga, higher priced than the salmon roe, but exceedingly elegant. The Easter Bunny could show up again for these! (Caviar supply will be limited, so if you want to be sure to get some, call and place an order). 

Because so many of our customers have asked if they could get their seafood entrees already cooked, we've decided to offer many of your favorites ready to eat. Pre-orders are required, so we can have it hot and ready for you when you get here to pick it up. What could be better! Tell us what you want! When the season starts, we may do soft shell sandwiches - yummy! 

PICK UP OUR NEW MENU IN THE STORE

Get your lunch or dinner ready to eat - let us do the cooking! Call ahead 

at least 30 minutes with your credit card, and we'll have your meal ready. 

Orders: 630-887-4700. 

Store Hours: Mon. 10:30-6:30; Tues.-Fri. 9:30-6:30; Sat. 9:30-5:30; Sun. CLOSED

We have done an oyster bar for a party in Hinsdale, and a lobster tail birthday party in Kenilworth. 

And during Covid we did a socially distanced wedding reception with individual lobster boil dinners.

   If you have something to celebrate, do it with great seafood! We will custom design a menu, just for you. To find out more, email us at nbburfish@gmail.com, or call us at 630-887-4700.