Author: Lakewinds
2017 Recycling Reports and Practices
Every quarter Lakewinds recieves Waste Diversion reports through Waste Management to see how we did with recycling paper, plastic, aluminum, glass, cardboard and organic material. Per store, we diverted: Richfield: 37.97 tons of waste Chanhassen: 28.05 tons of waste Minnetonka: 34.40 tons of waste The combined efforts from our shoppers and employees has had a big environmental impact! Just … Continued
Chile Limon Mango Tango Quinoa Salad
Our friends at Salad Girl Dressings have created a zesty protein-packed quinoa salad featuring their Chile Limon dressing. Use their dressings at full impact for maximum taste, or dilute with water for a lighter, softer flavor. Serves 6-8 Ingredients 7 oz. organic mixed baby greens 1 cup chopped green onions 1 cup chopped cilantro 1 cup … Continued
Two Ingredient Magic Ice Cream Topping
Pour this chocolate coconut shell onto ice-cold ice cream and watch it harden in 30 seconds to a minute and CRACK at the touch of your spoon. You’ll know it’s ready when it turns from glossy to matte. Don’t forget to use your magic hands while you wait! Magic Chocolate Topping Ingredients 2 1/2 … Continued
Happy Campers: Portable Proteins for Outdoor Adventures
We have smart grab-and-go protein solutions for summer days on-the-go! These hand-held options are easy to transport and come in single serving sizes for perfect portions. Take one (or all of them) on your next outdoor adventure! Good Culture Single serve organic cottage cheese made with natural ingredients. At 150 calories a serving, less than 6g … Continued
Quick and Simple Minnesota Take-Along Dishes That Will Wow the Potluck
We gathered our favorite potluck dishes and gave them a Minnesota spin. These three take-along dishes use simple ingredients and are quick to assemble—Hope you made enough for everyone to have seconds! (Local) Tempeh Sloppy Joe’s Ingredients Tempeh Tantrum Triple Crown Classic BBQ sauce Breadsmith Slider Buns Suggested Extra Toppings Gunsmoke Coleslaw from Lakewinds … Continued
Top 5 Kid-Friendly Veggies to Grab While They’re Local
We asked some Lakewinds parents about favorite veggies that kids will actually eat. Watch for these veggies to appear in stores as they come into season. We love teaching kids about local produce, why it isn’t always available, the farmers who grow safe food for us, and how eating veggies can be fun! Top 5 … Continued
The Minneapolis Bag Ban 101
Here’s what you need to know about the Minneapolis plastic bag ban (and its exceptions) starting on June 1, 2017. This ban hopes to change consumers’ habits in order to get the city closer to its zero-waste goals as it looks to the future, which is a mission we proudly stand behind! Minneapolis stores will … Continued
Women Supporting Women: Products With Heart
We could go on for days about why we love these women-owned businesses, women-created brands and products that give back to women around the world. We salute these hard-working entrepreneurs and the global good they are spreading, and are honored to be surrounded by such strong women in our community. You all inspire us deeply … Continued
Hot Sauce Round Up
We rounded up our favorite Co-op hot sauce brands from hot to not. Ideal for topping any dish and free of additives, chemicals and artificial flavors/coloring. Hotness Brand Flavor Notes 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Lucky’s Sriracha-esque tomato taste from this local brand with an Eastern flavor and lasting burn 🔥🔥🔥🔥 Hellraising Sweet to heat flavor change with a pineapple … Continued