Category: Products We Love
Maker, Meet Market
By now we hope you’ve heard about our Maker to Market program. We launched this unique venture in 2016 to bring exclusive local products to our owners and shoppers. In February, four food entrepreneurs were selected for the program. They were given time in The Good Acre’s commercial kitchen to develop their products and will be partnered with immigrant … Continued
Cold Press Concentrate and Concoctions
Summer’s official start is just around the corner, but by now most of us have made the switch from hot morning coffee to cold and refreshing iced drinks. Brewing cold press at home can sound like a science experiment, but it’s easier than it seems. Cold press is just a concentrated coffee mixture made with room temperature … Continued
Co-op Match & Mixology
Our grab and go beverage aisle is a sea of refreshing possibilities. With so many flavors of kombucha, sparkling water, teas, and sodas, there is always something new and thirst quenching to try. Sipping on those beverages, the thought may cross your mind––What would make this drink even more special? You guessed it. Alcohol, fancy glasses, … 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
Hibiscus Horchata
Sweeten and flavor this homemade horchata to your liking with a deep red hibiscus-infused honey syrup. Use the leftover syrup in cocktails or drizzle over morning pancakes. Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup white rice 1 cup slivered almonds 4 cups water 1 tsp. cinnamon zest of 1 lime pinch of salt 1 Tbsp. … Continued
KNOW (Y)OUR SUSTAINABLE FISH
Want to be savvier about seafood? Navigating the waters is easy at Lakewinds. Our buyers bring you a bounty of delicious choices you can feel good about. All our fish are wild-caught or farm-raised using responsible aquaculture practices recommended by Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Marine Stewardship Council. As environmental conditions and fishing practices change, … Continued
Twisted Pineapple and Coconut Cocktail
A perfect weekend cocktail featuring local Twisted Shrub, made with fresh pineapples and fiery habanero peppers to create the perfect balance of sweet and heat. We recommend Plantation 3 Stars, a blend of rums from three islands: Trinidad (rum aged two or three years), Barbados (young rum), and Jamaica (old rum). Simply omit the rum to make this … Continued
Blueberry Lemon Julep Cocktail
Twisted Shrub combines apple cider vinegar and cane sugar with plump, ripe blueberries and fresh yellow lemons to create an incredibly deep, complex, sweet, tart and delicious shrub. Paired with fresh fruit and J. Carver bourbon, made locally in Waconia, Minnesota, for a local summer cocktail. Makes 1 drink Ingredients 2 oz. bourbon, such as J. Carver 1 … Continued
Your Natural Spring Cleaning Checklist
Rid winter dust, dirt and chemicals from your home with easy, natural cleaning solutions. Stock up on ingredients to make your own cleaners or try our top picks of natural cleaning brands. Basic Cleaning Supply List Castile Soap – Made from 100% plant oils (we love Dr. Bronner’s soaps) Distilled White Vinegar Baking Soda Essential Oils … Continued