Our new store space has given us the exciting opportunity to expand our product selection. Recently we brought in select adult men’s and women’s shirt options from Locally Grown Clothing Company, Maggie’s Organics, Yala Designs and local company Be Simple Apparel. We’re so excited to provide eco-conscious clothing options to children and adults!

We’ve revved up our kitchen gadgets nook with new items from Chef’n!From silicone barbeque tools to the best garlic press you’ll ever use Chef’n has it covered!

These sweet treats are a winter favorite. Easy to peel, they’re a welcome lunchbox snack. Purchase them by the crate and give them away as hostess gifts. Or, serve them alongside fondue during your next winter gathering.

Looking for a last-minute party treat? Stop by the deli counter and pick up one of our heat-and-serve dip options! Baked artichoke dip or delicious asiago cheese dip are terrific with crackers, bread, veggies, or anything you like. The roasted onion dip will elevate your chips to new heights.

The following article by Kathy Gerhardt was first published in the August/September 2011 Rollin’ Oats Journal.

Christine Wheeler is not a native Minnesotan, but it is clear that life in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” agrees with her. Big life milestones began happening for her, in this state, in the early 1990’s.

“I was doing a marketing internship at General Mills between my two years at Wharton business school.

These refreshing beverages bill themselves as “the world’s first adult soft drinks,” and since they’re based on original recipes that were first used by Thomas Fentiman in 1905, we suppose they’re right! And right now, you can order a Fentiman’s ice cream float at the deli counter—a fantastic (somewhat) grown-up summertime treat.

The Ginger Beer, Curiosity Cola, and Victorian Lemonade are hits with the co-op’s staff already—try the Dandelion and Burdock, Shandy or Tonic Water for a refreshing change of pace. Sold in four-packs or singles in the deli aisle.

The chefs of Green Mill Restaurant in Uptown are sharing their secret sauces with us! Five authentic Italian sauces. Buffalo wing sauce, too. Vegetarians beware, though, the marinara variety unexpectedly contains chicken stock.

Only 90 calories per serving; high in protein, calcium & live probiotics. Mango, Pomegranate, Strawberry or Original.

Local food producers preserve ecologically diverse landscapes, strengthen our economy, use less fuel to transport food to market, and provide us with the freshest, tastiest, most nutritious food available. That’s why you’ll find hundreds of local products on our shelves, courtesy of our farmer-partners. We’re always adding to our selection of local products. Check out our Local Products List and you’ll see that it’s easy to be a locavore!

Free chocolate and sweet deals—what’s not to love? We celebrate LoveFest on Saturday, February 11. This annual tradition was initiated years ago in honor of the many lasting relationships that have begun at the co-op, including at least one marriage proposal in the deli aisle. Join us for…

Romantically-inspired two-for-one specials, including a great deal on Chinook Books. For one very special day, the Chinook Book will be on sale for two for $20.