What do you get when you combine a state that adores its local dairy with hilly terrain, relatively short growing seasons, and incredibly tenacious, creative farmers? You get a thriving […]
corn, water, lime. So simple, it’s poetry. Those are the ingredients of Mi Tierra tortillas and you can definitely taste the difference between the above and “corn masa flour, water, […]
When the nectar flows, the bees know, and they let Tom Duncan know too. The bees tell Tom how they are doing and he is prepared to respond immediately to […]
We recently had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Anne Marie Shea, owner of Bonté Bakery in Montpelier, whose gluten-free bread is quickly taking the area by storm. The bread […]
Winter is a particularly good time to slow down and consider what truly nourishes us—body, soul, and spirit alike. When the days are short and cold, even the hardiest among […]
Did you know that we have lots of local products in the Wellness Department? We interviewed three local producers who are making high quality wellness and skincare products right here […]
This month we’re shining the spotlight on some of our regionally made and fair-trade items! Celebrate the season with gifts that are not only unique and beautiful, but also created […]
As the air gets crisper and the holiday season approaches, our minds turn to cozy evenings and warm gatherings with excellent food. Food is always a point of connection between […]
At the head of Vermont Bean Crafters is Joe Bossen, an absolute connoisseur and bean master. If you think you can talk to Joe and not become obsessed with beans, […]
Given the luxury of a bit of free time, even in less-than-ideal circumstances, busy minds can produce wonders. This is very much the case with Bitter Bubble, a unique and […]
Holyoke Hummus Company has always been driven by community, from its inception as an idea on the streets of New York City, the land of the food truck, to its […]
Imagine owning a company that produces up to eight thousand pints of ice cream per day and still personally ensuring that every hand filled pint is filled to the brim […]
Each month we focus on identifying a local producer to feature in our monthly newsletter, Food for Thought and in-store. We conduct an in-depth interview, and feature photos, creating an article that reaches over 9,000 shareholders. We invite the producer to the Co-op to show off their wares through a demonstration or a tasting. We promote the producer and event through print materials as well as our website, Facebook, and Instagram advertising. This program is central to our cooperatively owned business.
If you are a shopper dedicated to buying organic and whole foods, committed to supporting our local community, organizations, and family farms, and believe in cooperative ownership, we encourage you to become a shareholder.