The change in seasons brings with it a change in leadership here at Chequamegon Food Co-op. Meagan Van Beest has resigned her positions as general co-manager and marketing & member services manager. She will be leaving the Co-op at the end of this week. Meagan will move to the Twin Cities for a new job
September is National Organic Month, so grab some organic veggies and celebrate! With the harvest season now here, it’s a good time to consider switching to organic, if you don’t already buy it. Why go organic? When it comes to food labels, the USDA Certified Organic seal is the gold standard and indicates so much
Give summer one last hurrah this Labor Day weekend with a fabulous party filled with friends, family, food, and fun. While we can’t help you with the other three, we’ve got you covered with the food! Here are 10 recipes to help you plan your Labor Day menu. Southwestern Grilled Chicken A simple marinade
It’s back to school time, which has us thinking about lunch! If you’ve been searching for new ideas for what to pack for your mid-day meal, we’ve got just the recipes for you. Mixed Greens and Asiago Hoagie Sandwiches can be a healthful, satisfying meal when you stuff them with an entire salad! Opt
If you are on the Zero Waste path, then you probably already have a reusable water bottle and reusable shopping bags. But these things will only get you so far in your quest to decrease the plastic you use. If you want to ditch plastics for good, there are a few other tools available to
Summertime is the perfect time to add local foods to your shopping list. Food grown right here is fresher and often has more nutrients because of that. Here are the top ten local fruits and veggies to look for now and in the coming weeks, along with recipes for inspiration. Apples – Early apples start
The Chequamegon Food Co-op will celebrate summer with a cookout party featuring food, games, and music on Saturday, August 3, 2019. From free snacks and $3 brats to old-school yard games and Americana music by Clayton Toman, the Co-op’s Summer Bash will highlight summertime flavors and pastimes. The community event offers a $3 brat feed
When the weather heats up, one of the best ways to cool down is with a sweet frozen treat. While there are lots of ready-made options available, making ice-cold desserts at home is fun for kids and adults alike. Here are five of our favorite frozen treats for you to try on that next blazing
This week only, it’s our Incredible Bulk Sale, where you can save 15% off your bulk purchase!* More and more shoppers are being enticed into the bulk aisle—and for good reason! Buying in bulk is great for your budget (buy just the amount you need, at the best prices) and the environment, since there’s
While we welcome the warmth of summer, there are two pesky things that go along with it: sun and bugs! Here are some quick tips to help you choose and use sunscreen and insect repellent. SUNSCREEN Choose broad spectrum coverage – Select a sunscreen that contains protection from both UVA and UVB rays. Ultraviolet-A
Whether you’re cutting back on beef burgers for health, cost, ethics, or just plain boredom, diving into the world of veggie burgers can be a total adventure. New flavors! Different textures! Veggie burgers offer so much room to experiment and explore. Below are our top five favorite vegetable-based burgers. Jamaican Bean Burgers A
Support farmers while shopping your favorite summer staples! Many of Woodstock’s popular products like ketchup, mustard, and mayo are on sale now. When you buy their products, you support farmers because Woodstock proudly sponsors American Farmland Trust. AFT is dedicated to preserving America’s endangered farmland while also supporting the health of natural resources. Besides stocking up on