As a cooperative, we aspire not only to serve co-op owners’ mutual needs, but also to demonstrate that it is possible to cultivate a more equitable society. By working together, we see Seward Co-op as a tool to support greater racial equity. Community Foods can be a guide to shop your values. Join us in…
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 →
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 →
At Seward Co-op, we love being able to help local vendors and farmers distribute local honey throughout the year. While Minnesota honey is definitely sweet, there are so many different types of honey throughout the world, each one unique to the region it’s produced in. Patagonia Bee Products is one such company working hard to… Read More →
On September 2,Aura Cacia issued a voluntary recall of its Organic Lavender Milk & Oat Bath due to an elevated microorganism count that may cause possible health risk. Between June 1, 2016 and September 1,2016, Seward Co-op may have sold products affected by this recall at the Franklin store. Organic Lavender Milk & Oat Bath… Read More →
How to Make Natural Egg-Dyes Ingredients: Any number of hollowed white eggs One pot per color of dye 1 Tbsp. white vinegar per cup of strained dye liquid (optional)Bowls or egg cartons for drying dyed eggs Paper towels Don’t be too precious about this process. It’s meant to be fun for you and your kids,… Read More →
This Saturday, March 28, we’ll be showing you how to make natural dyes for eggs at Seward Co-op. Pop by the store any time from 1-4 p.m. and see how to make great dyes from onion skins, coffee, turmeric, and tea! We’ll have a recipe for natural egg-dyes in the recipe rack by the Customer… Read More →
Searching for a Valentine’s Day recipe? This one is a real keeper. Made with phyllo dough and baked brie, this scrumptious delight will wow your loved ones and make you look like a kitchen rock star (even though it’s so simple to bake). INGREDIENTS¼ c. Lucille’s Kitchen Jam (any flavor, but Strawberry Verjus is lovely… Read More →
Lea Vogl, Seward Wellness Manager, and LaDonna Sanders-Redmond, Education and Outreach Coordinator at Seward, were on Fox9 recently to share three great do-it-yourself skin care recipes: Whipped Body Butter, Lavender Bath Bombs, and Beeswax Lip Balm. These would make terrific gifts come Valentine’s Day. (Instructions and recipes at the link!) http://www.myfoxtwincities.com/story/27827487/3-diy-skin-care-products-from-seward-co-op
Get creative this spring holiday season with natural egg-dyeing using bulk herbs and spices. Read below for more, and check out this natural egg-dyeing guide from Frontier Co-op. Ingredients (per each color)4 cups of water2–4 Tbsp. ground herbs and spices (see below for suggestions)1 Tbsp. white vinegar4–6 hard-boiled eggs MethodBring water, vinegar and herbal-dye ingredients… Read More →
