Sunflowers, Wild Yeasts, and Red Turkey Wheat Flour Bread baking is said to be a winter activity, but actually, you may find that loaves turn out better in warmer weather. I once had a fellow bread-baking buddy who swore by baking bread in summer and early autumn. I wasn’t convinced, but he’d wave his hand…  Read More →

by Hannah B., Produce staff This week a customer asked me if the local spinach we have right now is a different variety than the kind we had last week, because the leaves are so much thinner and flatter, and also somewhat pointed. Meanwhile, I spent some time researching Vidalia sweet onions to see what…  Read More →

by Hannah B., Produce staff This week a customer asked me if the local spinach we have right now is a different variety than the kind we had last week, because the leaves are so much thinner and flatter, and also somewhat pointed. Meanwhile, I spent some time researching Vidalia sweet onions to see what…  Read More →

It’s citrus and citrus and citrus these days – the Produce department virtually glows orange. The varieties change so quickly it’s hard to keep track, but they are, in general, superlatively good. An unusual item that is worth a try before they are gone is Mandarinquats (pictured). Two bites full of juice and rind that…  Read More →

The new Farm Bill, or, the Agricultural Act of 2014, is being signed into law today, and as usual, every sector of the country and economy is finding something to despise in it. The sustainable foods movement can take heart and celebrate several small victories though. Farm Bill 2014 makes it easier for low income…  Read More →

MEDITERRANEAN RIMChicken Tagine with Olives and LemonFour Cheese Vegetarian LasagnaBalsamic Roasted BeetsSautéed GreensFrench Lentils with Fennel and Bell Peppers

MEDITERRANEAN RIMChicken Tagine with Olives and LemonFour Cheese Vegetarian LasagnaBalsamic Roasted BeetsSautéed GreensVeracruz Rice

MEDITERRANEANChicken Tagine w/ Olives and LemonEggplant ParmesanArtichoke Heart LasagnaBalsamic BeetsFennel Greens

Great Gifts No matter how you celebrate the holidays or what favorite items your family and friends enjoy, look to the co-op for locally sourced delights. The grocery aisles are brimming with unique local products for the food lovers in your life. Share your favorite delights with friends and family by gathering items together in…  Read More →

Chicken Tagine – Olives & LemonSmoked Salmon PastaSweet Potatoes w/ Green OliveHerbed Honey Butter SquashArtichoke Basil Pesto LasagnaBerbere Roast Vegetables