Paleo Deli

Pictured: Moroccan Chicken Do you Paleo? This diet is based on the notion that for optimal health, modern humans should go back to eating real, whole, and unprocessed foods. While finding the time to cook from scratch can be hard, that’s where Lakewinds Deli comes in. We have many Paleo-friendly prepared foods to grab and … Continued

Undead Bread: Heritage Grains Bring Life Back to Carbs

Today’s carbs are often, well, dead. They come overly processed from cheap, fast-growing grains and are frequently the culprits for weight gain and quick energy slumps. But a back-to-heritage trend has been sprouting up amongst local bread makers, farmers and millers. Heritage and sprouted grains, traditionally harvested grasses and less processed bread-making techniques are all … Continued

Local Cheese and Apple Pairings

In-season apples and cheeses are a juicy-but-savory flavor match, made even better by being locally grown or crafted. Welcome fall with the tastes of mouth-puckering crispness paired with sharp cheesy bites by following our flavor pairings, or let your combinations roam freely.   Zestar!® – Whistling Well Farm* Pair with: Chevriotte by Montchevre Taste Profile: Crisp, … Continued

8 Healthy Ways to Use Turmeric

With a warm, somewhat bitter taste, turmeric is often the main spice in Asian dishes but is actually amazing for every day use. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it a must for natural inflammation relief such as heartburn, joint and stomach pain, skin inflammations and much more. Use these easy, healthy ways to get turmeric into … Continued

Lightning Fast Healthy Breakfasts

Prep these quick breakfasts on Sunday to have all week—ready in 15 minutes (or even less)! Now you’re traveling at the speed of life.   Hearty Breakfast Biscuits Make bite-or-biscuit size, depending on appetites!   Ingredients 1 lb Bulk Lakewinds breakfast sausage 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups flour 1 Tbsp baking powder … Continued

Out of This World Snacks

Teach kids about the wonders (and fun!) of space while introducing them to healthy snacks and fun treats. These are easy for little hands to make or help with, and are fast, simple snack options for back to school lunch boxes or after school snacks between events.   Rocket Hot Dogs Shoot for the stars … Continued

Eco-Friendly (And Easier Lunch) Lunchbox Tools and Tips

We love reusable containers multifunctional tools and packaging-free foods for any school (or work) lunchbox. Keep things eco-friendly and make packing (and carrying) lunches easier for everyone–See our top picks for new items in stores and just why we love them!   U-Konserve Stainless Steels Leak-Proof Nesting Trio All three metal containers with fitted plastic lids … Continued

Local Tomato Types (Always Grown With Best Practices)

We have heritage tomato varieties rolling into stores over the next few weeks! Our local tomato farmers incorporate best farming practices into every plant they grow and use the most natural methods to achieve the best local, organic and delicious results. The first step to great tomatoes is healthy soil with lots of organic matter and … Continued

I Scream, You Scream: Local Craft Ice Cream At Home

Craft ice cream is all the rage and we’ve put a delicious local spin on it. Minnesota boasts many amazing ice cream brands made with local ingredients, thoughtful crafting methods and using produce or dairy from local farmers. We picked some of our favorite mix-and-match combos using unique ice cream flavors and tasty toppings from bulk–Great for … Continued