CLEMENTON, N.J. – Earlier this month, Zallie Family Markets, the family-owned and operated South Jersey-based company, announced the grand opening of the brand-new ShopRite of Cherrywood Plaza – a state-of-the-art, 85,000-square-foot supermarket designed to deliver a modern shopping experience while also honoring decades of family tradition and commitment to the community. The new store, located at 1468 Blackwood Clementon Road in Clementon, NJ, officially opened its doors on Sunday, December 7, replacing the longtime ShopRite of Laurel Hill, which proudly served guests at 1224 Blackwood-Clementon Road for 52 years.
To mark the opening of the ShopRite of Cherrywood Plaza, Zallie Family Markets hosted a full day of festive, family-friendly activities for the community. Guests enjoyed live entertainment including a magician, balloon artist, juggling stilt walker, a live DJ and face painting, along with complimentary caricature portraits and food samplings throughout the store. The celebration also featured special seasonal surprises, highlighted by a holiday visit from Santa.
The celebration began with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8:45 a.m. followed by the store opening at 9:00 a.m., where local leaders, store team members and members of the Zallie family gathered to officially welcome guests to the new supermarket. All were invited to attend, enjoy the festivities and help celebrate the store’s new home in Cherrywood Plaza.
“Our family is proud to open the doors to the new ShopRite of Cherrywood Plaza,” said David Zallie, Chairman & CEO of Zallie Family Markets. “This store reflects our ongoing pursuit of innovation and excellence, and we are excited to offer our guests a top shopping experience supported by the amenities and fresh food offerings and recipes that define Zallie Family Markets. We have been part of the community for more than 50 years and we are so grateful for the support as we continue to welcome both longtime and new guests.”
The new store offers:
- Zallie’s Fresh Kitchen Catering – Expertly prepared dishes and custom menus designed for gatherings of any size.
- Authentic Asian Wokery & Sushi Bar – Freshly prepared sushi rolls, sashimi and made-to-order wok entrées.
- Indoor Café – A comfortable space to relax and enjoy fresh coffee, pastries and prepared meals.
- Grilled Selections & Full Hot Food Bar – Daily rotating hot entrées, comfort classics and flame-grilled favorites.
- International Cheese Department – A curated selection of specialty, imported and artisanal cheeses.
- Floral & Gift Department – Custom floral arrangements, seasonal décor and thoughtful gifts for any occasion.
- ShopRite Pharmacy – Comprehensive pharmacy services with personalized care and convenient prescription management.
- Order. Pickup. Deliver. (OPD) – Convenient online shopping with fast, flexible pickup or home delivery options.
The opening marks the latest major investment for Zallie Family Markets as the company continues to build on its legacy of quality, service, and innovation. In 2023, the Zallie family proudly celebrated 50 years in the supermarket business, honoring a half-century of growth, guest services, and community commitment.
