Author: Lakewinds
Holiday Stress Relief
Along with the joy of the holidays can come unwanted pressure. You might be facing a daunting list of items to buy, food to cook, or presents to wrap. If you need some stress relief this season, here are ideas from the co-op to help you feel your best self, even during the most wonderfully … Continued
10 Easy Lunch Ideas for Fall
Fall is always a busy time of year. After summer wraps up and those lovely vibes end, it can be challenging to adjust to the new schedule! Make the move to fall better with 10 easy lunch ideas that keep mid-day meals fresh and delicious, so you and your household are fueled to power through … Continued
The Good You Help Grow
Cooperatives like Lakewinds are owned collectively by the communities we serve. Lakewinds shoppers and staff can choose to buy stock in the company, and by doing so help cement the co-op’s place in the community for years to come. From humble beginnings in 1975, Lakewinds’ community of owners has grown to more than 22,000. When … Continued
What is Kohlrabi
A peculiar looking vegetable with beautiful leaves on long stems growing upward from a round bulb — perhaps you’ve come across kohlrabi in your grocery store and walked right by because you weren’t sure what it was! Or maybe you’ve seen a recipe for it and wondered “What is kohlrabi?” Kohlrabi is a member of … Continued
Camping Hacks from the Co-op
Camping is one of the best ways to enjoy summers in Minnesota (though some brave folk even enjoy camping in the winter). There’s nothing quite like sleeping under the stars and rising with the sun. And with plenty of options for accommodations, there’s a way to camp at just about every comfort level. Whether you’re … Continued
Grilling Steak
Tips for Perfectly Grilling Steak Grilling a mouth-watering, top-shelf cut of beef is easier than you think! Get a perfect char and tender, juicy meat by following these four steps when you’re grilling steak. Season liberally with sea salt and pepper … and that’s it. You don’t need additional flavors when you’re cooking a premium … Continued
Sustainable Seafood with Fisher Dave Rogotzke
When it comes to sourcing food, sustainability is one of our top priorities. We strive to provide you with food that was grown, raised, made, or caught in a manner that maintains a healthy ecological balance without depleting natural resources. For wild-caught, sustainable seafood, that means careful management of fisheries so that harvests won’t have … Continued
Plastic-Free Shopping Tips
Plastic packaging is everywhere. It’s a significant problem because, despite recycling efforts, the vast majority of plastic waste in the US doesn’t get recycled. The best ways to make an impact are: reduce the amount of packaging you buy and reuse plastic whenever possible. Zeroing in on these two goals is key to shopping plastic … Continued
10 Tips for Healthy Sleep Hygiene
When schedules get busy, you might stay up later than usual or get up early to compensate. Before you know it, sleep can get out of whack. With a few simple behavior changes during the day, you can restore your restful routine faster. Here are 10 ideas to help improve your sleep hygiene, so you … Continued