We found out today that Indiana Congressman Andre Carson has a friendly arrangement made with Congressman Steve Scalise from New Orleans for the upcoming game between the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints. Seems if the Saints lose the game, Congressman Carson's Washington D.C. staff will be receiving some alligator sausage and blackened redfish from the Louisiana region. If the Colts lose (I can barely type those words) Congressman Scalise and his D.C. staff will be receiving some famous Reuben sandwiches from Shapiro's Deli and some sweets from Long's Bakery. We are proud that the best kosher style food served in Indianapolis will be enjoyed by folks from New Orleans - if, and that is a HUGE "IF" - the Saints are victorious. I say fat chance. Enjoy your alligator sausage Congressman Carson. When you come home to Indy please stop by Shapiro's for your Reuben! GO COLTS!
SHAPIRO'S DELI RECOGNIZED
There is an award winning article about Shapiro's Delicatessen in the Fall 2009 issue of Traces of indiana and Midwestern History. Written by Douglas Wissing and published by the Indiana Historial Society, this article is entitled "The Shapiro's Story". An excerpt: "Run by Russian immigrantss from Odessa, Louis and Rebecca Shapiro, the store also included some of the couple's eight children, who helped out with customers as the youngest ones were safely ensconced in the apartment above." "Each morning for their customers' sensory delight, the Shapiros scattered aromatic spices on the grocery's wooden floors. 'It smelled so good', ninety eight year old Shapiro daughter Sylvia Gorfain remembered about her childhood in the store. 'People stood in line.'" The entire story is told in a dozen pages with so much detail and depth with insight into the personal stories of the Shapiro family through the generations.
Another fantastic mention was received in the National Geographic Food Journeys of a Lifetime, 500 Extraordinary Places to Eat Around the Globe. This is a beautiful book, as you would expect from National Geographic. In the section titled Top Ten Travelers' Restaurants, Shapiro's Deli is given a nod as one of the places to visit in the Indianapolis International Airport.
Several years ago, USA TODAY named Shapiro's Deli as one of the TOP 10 DELIS IN AMERICA.
If you happen to be in Indianapolis you should stop by and see us! Our deli in downtown Indianapolis or Carmel, Indiana are both easy to find. Our kosher style food is nationally recognized!
THE HOLIDAYS ARE UPON US
Shapiro's Deli is in full swing as our loyal customers celebrate Chanukah and prepare for their Christmas celebrations. Many families are gathering to share their time together over lunch or dinner at Shapiro's Deli. We've seen plenty of flashes from cameras as family photos are taken. Shapiro's offers a wide variety of kosher food choices to please everyone from the youngest toddler to grandma and grandpa. Put Shapiro's in your holiday plans!
Once you have enjoyed a relaxing meal stop by our carryout counter and pick up your last minute gifts. We are now offering gift cards which are re-loadable and do not expire. There are also some sweet stocking stuffers, gourmet jellies and preserves, syrups, baking mixes, and specialty mustards. While you are at the counter place your food order for the holidays. Through the first of the year we are still offering our Complete Turkey Dinner for $59.99. This is a great deal and will give you time to relax.
Stop by our restaurant in downtown Indianapolis or the Carmel, Indiana deli. We are here to help you have a great holiday season!
DECEMBER IS A GREAT MONTH AT SHAPIRO'S DELI
We are also now offering SHAPIRO'S GIFT CARDS! These cards are just in time for the holidays. Purchase and use these cards at the Downtown or Carmel locations. They do not expire and are re-loadable swipe cards. Get your orders for the holidays called in early! We expect to be very busy this month and would appreciate your orders called in early so we can have plenty for everyone. Add some of Shapiro's traditional kosher style food to your holiday menu and give yourself time to enjoy family and friends. Can you believe it's December already??
KOSHER STYLE FOOD
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Shapiro's Deli will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. You can still enjoy your favorites from Shapiro's in Indianapolis or Carmel, Indiana if you pick up your goodies on Wednesday. The cooks and bakers are already busy (just like the elves in Santa's workshop) preparing your annual favorites. In addition to our Complete Turkey Dinner, we are wildly popular at Thanksgiving time for our baked goods. We have a huge variety of pies, including traditional pumpkin pie. Go to the Pastries & Desserts section of our website, www.shapiros.com to check out a full listing of pies and cakes. Pre-ordering is recommended. We can do a lot with 24 hours notice! We are thankful as a company for our loyal customers who make us a part of their annual Thanksgiving tradition. Enjoy the day! We will be open again at 6:30 a.m. on Friday morning cooking up our kosher style food for your shopping weekend.
HIGH HOLIDAYS
INDIANAPOLIS LUNCH SPOTS
Well it's Labor Day weekend and there are plenty of things to do if you are staying home for the holiday. NHRA Mac Tools U.S. Nationals are at O'Reilly Raceway Park, Rib America Festival at Military Park, Labor Day Parade in downtown Indianapolis Saturday at 11 a.m., American Idols Concert at Conseco Fieldhouse Saturday at 7 p.m., Indiana Fever game Sunday at 4 p.m., and last but not least, the Horseshoe Classic at Lucas Oil Stadium Saturday. This is the inaugural event of the Horseshoe Classic, which features four high school football games with talent from Indiana & Ohio.
So please come visit us here at Shapiro's! If we have to work the holiday we would love to be busy! We will be serving the best kosher style food in Indianapolis. Corned Beef, pastrami, roast beef, and the best cheesecake in Indianapolis are waiting for you. Hope you can stop by.
WIN A FREE LUNCH
Next week we'll be putting out the fishbowls at the Carmel Indiana Deli and the Indianapolis Deli. Drop in your business card and we will be awarding a free lunch to a lucky recipient weekly. We will add you to the e-mail club too, so you can receive our News From the Line newsletters. Plus you'll be eligible to get a free piece of cake or pie for your birthday!
You could also be eligible for a free Shapiro's lunch if you call and make an appointment with our Marketing Manager, Jay Slavin, to discuss your upcoming catering needs. Downtown phone is (317) 631-4041 and the Carmel phone is (317) 573-3354. We are expanding our catering services in Indianapolis and Carmel to meet your needs. You will be pleased to offer the best kosher style food to your office mates or personal guests. This is not just any deli - this is Shapiro's Deli - named one of the TOP TEN DELIS IN AMERICA BY USA TODAY! Give us a call!
CATERING SERVICES IN INDIANAPOLIS
SHAPIRO'S DELI AIRPORT
n't matter if your flight leaves from Concourse A. Once you have passed through security you are free to visit the shops and restaurants on either Concourse A or B. Take a comforting piece of home with you on the flight. It's got to be better than "airline food".
Shapiro's Past & Present Owners
Max would come in and bake all of his own items around 3:30 or 4:30am. He would work right there with you and would be here from sunrise to sunset. He took care of all of his employees and would teach you anything you wanted. He was a great person and is truly missed by everyone.
Mort Shapiro
Mort would come in with a cigar and stock market book in his hand. He would sit at the front table, smoke his cigar, and watch all of the employees through the mirrors. He would do anything for his employees. He was definitely a business man. He, too, was a great person and is truly missed by everyone.
Brian Shapiro- Current Owner
Brian is a very giving person. He helps out employees and customers just like they are family. His door is always open. He is very educated, holding multiple degrees. He is very concerned and involved with the youth. He is a great inspiration to all of us.
LUNCH IN CARMEL INDIANA
"BRISKET"
When you order brisket at Shapiro's you could be ordering corned beef brisket or roast beef brisket. So don't be surprised if you order brisket and we ask you which kind....corned beef or roast beef? Remember, it is just the cut.
4th of JULY IS A BIG DEAL FOR SHAPIRO'S
Join us at the Indianapolis Deli on 4th of July to get a good meal and great seating to watch the downtown fireworks display. Join our employees in the parking lot! We work hard all day and then relax after work watching the fireworks display. If you are looking for Catering Services we are also the place to call. Go on-line at www.shapiros.com to check out our Party Tray options if you are having your own get together.
We will be in the deli all day hoping to serve you and your family. Bring the kids down for some Independence Day festivities!