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Food, gimmicks, trinkets! The Phillies have new who’s its and what’s its galore for you to spend your hard-earned cash on.

Let’s delve.

In a press release yesterday, the Phillies announced some of the new items on-sale this year at Citizens Bank Park. You can view the entire list after the jump. But, as far as merchandise goes, there are just more everyday items with a Phillies “P” blasted on them. Yoga mats? Check.

You can also buy champagne corks from previous clinching celebrations. 

I felt that last one deserved its own paragraph… just like this one.

But what we’re really interested in are the new food items. Last year the team added some healthy options (panini, wraps, etc). This year– FATTY CORPUSCLES! And I like it!

Dessert Alley: Satisfy those sweet-tooth cravings at Dessert Alley behind Section 140!  Choose from an incredible selection of goodies including homemade cinnamon sugar donuts, Gina’s homemade cupcakes, hand-spun milkshakes, ice cream bar with hand-dipped ice cream and candy toppings, fresh funnel cake and hand-scooped water ice.

 

Oh wow. Dana, my little 95 lb grazer*, suddenly wants to go to more games . 

*I called her at work to make sure it was OK to make a fat joke (ALWAYS DO THIS, GENTLEMEN), and her response as I read the offerings was: “Mmmmmm, oh my… mmm.” 

Nachos and Tacos: Fans craving cuisine from south of the border can head over to Section 122 and enjoy Ancho Pepper Braised Pork Nachos (ancho pepper braised pork, nacho cheese, fresh-cut tomato salsa, fresh jalapenos and sour cream), BBQ Chicken Nachos (slow-roasted chicken braised in barbecue sauce with nacho cheese, black beans, fresh-cut tomato salsa and sour cream), Pork Tacos (cilantro-lime pork, fresh-cut pico, crispy cabbage and shredded cheddar cheese) and Chicken Tacos (chipotle-garlic chicken, fresh-cut pico, crispy cabbage and shredded cheddar cheese).

 

See, this is dangerous. This can go horribly, horribly wrong at a ballpark when it’s 95 degrees out. The chicken tacos are probably simple enough. And while the other options sound tasty, we’re going to need an independent auditor on this… which will be me next week.

New Paninis and Black Bean Burgers: These fan favorites are back but with a twist. New additions include the Chicken Pesto Panini (chicken breast, spinach, ricotta, provolone, red pepper, pesto) and Italian Market Panini (cappicola, Genoa salami, pepperoni, provolone, red onion, pepperoncini, tomato, Italian vinaigrette) – all located behind Sections 125, 204 and 321. Fans can also enjoy Southwestern Black Bean Burgers, complete with guacamole and salsa, behind Sections 128, 140, 206 and 323.

 

Those sound horrible, actually. 

Bullpen Brews: (behind the bullpens on Ashburn Alley) This new addition features domestic, import, regional and micro brews.

 

I’m pretty sure there was already a Beers of the World here, so……… 

ONE FINAL THING, IN CASE ANYONE FROM THE PHILLIES IS PAYING ATTENTION: One of last year's new items, Yogen Fruz, was delicious. But, FIGURE OUT A WAY TO SHORTEN THE LINES!!!!! There were two stands, open for what seemed like two innings, operated by cousins of Opie from Family Guy. The treat was – by far – the best dessert item in the ballpark, and it was barely accessible. Please fix, thanks.

Video and a full list of new items is after the jump. Caution, the novelty items might insult your intelligence

 

NEW! Merchandise & Novelty Items

The Majestic Clubhouse Store, open seven days a week, and phillies.com, where fans can shop 24/7, offer even more exclusive accessories than ever before.

  • Baby Love for the Phils: The youngest Phillies fans can now represent their favorite team in style with the addition of Phillies diapers. New Phillies-branded baby gear includes socks, headwear and plenty of outfits.
  • Become a Phillies Top Chef: Spice up the kitchen with a Phillies-branded Panini press/waffle maker, BBQ branders, cutting boards, cookie cutters, martini glasses, and more.
  • Phanatic Pillow Pets on Parade: Can’t get enough of those cuddly Phillies-inspired Pillow Pets?  This season brings a great selection of Phanatic pets in mega-sized, mini-sized, “It’s a Boy” and “It’s a Girl,” as well as the 1980’s uniform varieties.
  • Jump in the Phillies Toy Box: Kids of all ages can add to their novelty collection with Phillies bobble head series – 11 players in all – exclusively sold at the Majestic Clubhouse Store.  OYO figurines – unique, player construction block toys – features 10 players in the collection.
  • Represent the “P” with Oakley: Get those shades on with an expanded selection of Phillies custom Oakley sunglasses.
  • Phillies Garden Gear: Be the MVP of the neighborhood, thanks to a great selection of outdoor and garden décor that includes Phillies solar lights and wooden signs, as well as Phillies stones and garden gnomes.
  • Other Fun New Stuff: Fans can find their inner zen with Phillies yoga mats and inner child with Phanatic dangle hats and piggy banks. Other new items: Phanatic golf head cover, and a Phillies-branded wireless keyboard/mouse, a great selection of greeting cards, flyswatters and more.

NEW! Enhanced & Expanded Phillies Apparel

  • The MLB Authentic Collection from Majestic, Nike and New Era features even more for fans with its hypercool shirts, dri-fit shorts and performance socks – all in addition to its already popular tees, caps, jerseys, fleece, hoodies, jackets, sunglasses and lip balm. There’s also new fashion items offered from Mitchell & Ness.
  • The ’47 Brand, also newly expanded, features high-end tees, hoodies and sweatpants for ladies and men.
  • Phillies golfers can take a swing at the new Nike Golf collection complete with dri-fit polos, fleece, jackets, caps, golf shorts and vests.

NEW! From Phillies Authentics: Game-Used & Autographed Memorabilia

Along with a wide selection of game-used jerseys, baseballs and lineup cards, here are some unique collectibles from Phillies Authentics, located behind Section 133 on the Main Concourse.

  • Wine stoppers made from champagne corks from past Phillies clubhouse celebrations, including the 2010 NLDS
  • Crystal desktop displays featuring game-used batter’s box dirt from Citizens Bank Park
  • Bottle-openers made from Phillies game-used bats
  • Welcome mats created from Vet Stadium AstroTurf

NEW! Menu Items

From traditional ballpark fare…to foods with Philadelphia flavor…to healthier and gluten-free options, there has always been plenty for fans to choose! With this vast selection comes the addition of several new features for the 2012 season:

New offerings at Harry the K’s:

  • Harry the K’s, the Phillies outfield, sit-down restaurant, will offer a new variety of items such asWarm Federal Pretzels (served with cheese fondue and beer mustard), Mini Corn Dogs, theRipper (deep-fried natural casing hot dog with caramelized onions), Texas Tommy (wrapped in bacon, topped with chili and American cheese sauce), Disco Fries (served with brown gravy, melted mozzarella and bacon), Philly Fries (topped with chopped steak, caramelized onions and cheese sauce), Salt & Vinegar Fries (togarashi-spiced fries with malt vinegar), andCracklin’ Slow Roasted Pork Sandwich (served with wilted greens and sharp provolone on artisan bread).   

New offerings in Concessions:

  • Dessert Alley: Satisfy those sweet-tooth cravings at Dessert Alley behind Section 140!  Choose from an incredible selection of goodies including homemade cinnamon sugar donuts, Gina’s homemade cupcakes, hand-spun milkshakes, ice cream bar with hand-dipped ice cream and candy toppings, fresh funnel cake and hand-scooped water ice.
  • Nachos and Tacos: Fans craving cuisine from south of the border can head over to Section 122 and enjoy Ancho Pepper Braised Pork Nachos (ancho pepper braised pork, nacho cheese, fresh-cut tomato salsa, fresh jalapenos and sour cream), BBQ Chicken Nachos (slow-roasted chicken braised in barbecue sauce with nacho cheese, black beans, fresh-cut tomato salsa and sour cream), Pork Tacos (cilantro-lime pork, fresh-cut pico, crispy cabbage and shredded cheddar cheese) and Chicken Tacos (chipotle-garlic chicken, fresh-cut pico, crispy cabbage and shredded cheddar cheese).
  • New Paninis and Black Bean Burgers: These fan favorites are back but with a twist. New additions include the Chicken Pesto Panini (chicken breast, spinach, ricotta, provolone, red pepper, pesto) and Italian Market Panini (cappicola, Genoa salami, pepperoni, provolone, red onion, pepperoncini, tomato, Italian vinaigrette) – all located behind Sections 125, 204 and 321. Fans can also enjoy Southwestern Black Bean Burgers, complete with guacamole and salsa, behind Sections 128, 140, 206 and 323.
  • Bullpen Brews: (behind the bullpens on Ashburn Alley) This new addition features domestic, import, regional and micro brews.