Marietta Square has a fresh new destination for food lovers and neighbors alike. Asher & Rose Grocers, a modern grocer and café concept, opened its doors in late January at 45 W Park Sq. NE, transforming Piastra into a market-focused community hub.
Owned and led by Chef Greg Lipman and his mother, Betty Bahl, the space reimagines the traditional grocery experience, emphasizing locally sourced products and prepared foods. Having owned and operated Piastra for more than a decade, the duo decided to build on that legacy by creating a concept that better serves the Marietta community’s everyday needs while celebrating regional producers.
“Our vision for Asher & Rose is to blend the best of our most loved offerings from Piastra with café menu items inspired by the fresh ingredients found on our grocery shelves,” the owners say.
The modern grocer’s shelves feature an array of fresh produce, regional cheeses, custom cuts of meat and fish, bread, baked goods, dry goods, and prepared meals. The café portion of the store offers a market-to-table menu with seasonal breakfast, lunch, and dinner items made from ingredients sold in the market, as well as classic favorites from the former restaurant. The space retains a full bar program, serving wine, craft cocktails, beer, and seasonal drinks.
In addition to the market and café, the Asher & Rose will host wine socials, chef’s community tables, seasonal menus, and local events that further connect neighbors and support local producers.
Open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. with breakfast served until 10:30 a.m., Asher & Rose offers a new kind of downtown destination where grocery shopping and eating out blend seamlessly in the heart of the community.
White Balsamic Vinaigrette
This recipe melds the flavors of allium, white balsamic vinegar, and bright, fresh herbs into a savory, tangy, and mildly sweet dressing. It's the perfect addition to a crisp spring salad.
Ingredients
2 large shallots, roughly chopped
5 cloves of garlic
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 cup white balsamic vinegar
Blended oil
1/2 tbsp herbs of choice
Directions
1) Put all but oil and herbs into blender
2) Blend on high and slowly drizzle in oil until the mixture is just emulsified
3) Add herbs and season to taste