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Shopping Bulk at Seward Co-op

For many, browsing through the Bulk aisles is a typical part of a Seward Co-op visit. All the possibilities of what can be made come to mind when walking among the dispensers and jars full of pasta, popcorn, breadcrumbs, vanilla, nutritional yeast, and so much more. For others, however, shopping bulk is less familiar. Where…

Low-waste Grocery Shopping with Bulk

Join us for the Bulk Sale on Thursday, Sept. 19 to celebrate 47 years of sustainable bulk shopping! Seward Co-op opened its first storefront in 1972. We were one of many third wave co-ops that spun out of the People’s Pantry here in the Twin Cities. Community members were looking for economic and ideological independence…  Read More

Clean Reusable Bags and Bulk Containers Welcome

This change is one important way the co-op and community members can join together to sustain a healthy community with positive environmental impacts during these challenging times.

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Seward Co-op opened in 1972, and most of the store offerings were bulk! Decades later, providing bulk options remains a pillar of our store. Reuse containers and pick up only the amount you need for your recipe, cutting costs and food waste by shopping Bulk. Our Bulk section includes baking products, snacks, nuts, and granola–as…

Bulk Sale: Save 10% March 21

Seward Co-op appreciates our owners and shoppers. Enjoy 10% off bulk purchases on Thursday, March 21, as a thank you. Bulk is a cornerstone of food co-ops. You can purchase as much or as little as you wish. Clean out empty glass jars and containers, scour the corners of your kitchen, and bring your own…  Read More

#PlasticFreeJuly: Shop for Less Waste

As co-op shoppers, we are presented with a multitude of choices in the grocery store—we have choices around fresh or frozen, we have dietary choices, sourcing choices and choices around ready-made or raw ingredients. What I learned participating in Hennepin County’s Zero Waste Challenge is that as we choose which products are best for our…  Read More

Seward Co-op Bulk Sale: Packing for Snacking!

Like most people are doing, here at Seward Co-op we are getting our ducks in a row to welcome spring—reconnecting with partner farms and making room on our shelves for many springtime local, seasonal goodies! For many Minnesotans, this time of year is all about cleansing and purifying the body with bitter greens and giving…  Read More

Bulk Sale, Thursday, March 24

At Seward Co-op, we are very proud of our Bulk foods department. Bulk has been a keystone of the co-op from its earliest days, and it continues to be one of our greatest successes. Whether shopping in bulk is a new prospect for you, or you’ve been shopping bulk exclusively for decades, we have a…  Read More

May 1 Bulk Sale

Welcome to spring! At Seward Co-op, we are very proud of our Bulk foods department. Bulk has been a keystone of the co-op from its earliest days, and it continues to be one of our greatest successes. Whether shopping in bulk is a new prospect or you’ve been shopping bulk exclusively for decades, we have…  Read More

A person using a reusable container at the Hot Bar

Reusable Hot Bar Containers at Seward Co-op

One of the most exciting departments at Seward Co-op is the Deli, especially for the constantly rotating hot bar and the colorful and fresh salad bar. New and featured recipes are always great news, but what about a different way to take your food with you while reducing waste? On your next visit to Seward…