September Produce Parable By Adam Calder, Produce Manager The first nip of autumn air was late coming this year, with temperatures into the eighties well into the end of the month. As such, it might seem like all of the great Iowa produce you’ve come to expect in the Wheatsfield Cooperative Produce Department will be [...]
Vegan, Gluten-Free, Raw Maca is usually found in the powdered form. It has adaptogenic properties that strengthen and normalize the body's systems. It is offers an energy boost without being over stimulating. • 1 cup raw brazil nuts • 1/4 c hemp seeds • 1-1/4 c unsweetened shredded coconut, plus extra for rolling • 1-1/2 [...]
Stop into YOUR Co-op on Saturday, September 29 from 10am-4pm to celebrate YOU! We're kicking off the day with a BIG giveaway! Giveaway: 500 Stainless Steel Straws! Starting at 10am. We want to help you reduce your use of single-use straws! 1 per person. While supplies last. Vendor Sampling 10am-Noon Iowa [...]
The Board approved a slate of three candidates for the upcoming Wheatsfield Board of Directors election. There will not be a contested election this year and members-owners attending the Annual Meeting of the Members on October 17 will be asked to accept the slate of candidates approved by the Board. The Annual Meeting of the [...]
Local Crate, a chef-inspired meal kit service out of Saint Paul, is now available at YOUR Co-op! All five seasonal options available starting Monday, September 24. New kits will arrive every Monday at noon. 2 servings each. No subscription needed. $18-20 each kit Enjoy fresh responsibly-sourced ingredients while maximizing your time in the evening! Local [...]
What's a $5 Dinner? Our Deli serves up a healthy portion of a made-from-scratch main dish (meat and a vegetarian option) and a rotating selection of fresh, deli-made sides. Complete your meal by purchasing a cold beer, glass of wine or dessert! Enjoy live music too! Why do we host $5 Dinners? These dinners provide [...]
Join us at Brookside Park's Maple Shelter for our annual Local Foods Potluck! Bring a dish to share featuring local ingredients (bring your own table setting too to help reduce waste!). Saturday, August 25, 5:30-8pm We'll start eating at 6pm Live Music: The Cornstars Wheatsfield will provide a dish (meat and vegan) to share featuring local [...]
Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 4 Try this fresh delicious twist on pesto pasta, featuring zucchini “noodles” and almond-basil pesto for an intro to the raw food lifestyle. A fresh and delicious twist on pesto pasta (with no wheat and no cooking required) is equally tasty as a salad course or a light lunch. [...]
All August and September enjoy these Good Food Happy Hour Specials! Monday & Wednesday: Applies to 12oz drinks, does not include additions. Thursday: Fresh baguettes available around 1pm. Friday: Limit 3 free sausages per customer. Sunday: Includes any Bakery Case item $2.49 or above.
There are few pleasures in life as simple as a summer salad made with little more than fresh cucumbers, onions, sugar and vinegar. In fact, here is one such recipe that is sure to please all who make and eat it: Easy Cucumber Salad Just mix, chill for a couple of hours and enjoy. Add [...]
