Category: Seasonal
How to Extend Produce
Having access to fresh local fruits and veggies is great! Keeping them fresh for longer? That’s a little more technical. Properly storing your produce can help you manage your food budget, maximize every dollar, and make sure that nutritious, tasty food is enjoyed by you and your family! Try these simple tips to extend … Continued
Spring Cleaning Inside & Out
As the frost thaws and the days stretch longer, we instinctively reach for the vacuum and open the windows — but this year, the “deep clean” can go beyond the baseboards. Sometimes spring cleaning can be more than tidying your home; it can be a fresh look at the spaces around us and making intentional … Continued
From Orchard to Plate at Whistling Well Farm
Apple lovers have it good in Minnesota during autumn! The soil and climate in our state is ripe for growing this popular fruit, and lucky for us, fall is when they start hitting the shelves. Many of the local apples you find at the co-op this time of year come from one of our handful … Continued
Tomato Varieties and How to Use Them
There’s nothing like fresh, in-season tomatoes. Luckily, for a few months at least, we can enjoy them right here in Minnesota. Thanks to local farms, including Twin Organics, our produce departments are brimming with tomatoes of all shapes and sizes. Here’s a quick guide on basic tomato varieties and how to best use them in … Continued
Last Minute Appetizers
‘Tis the season for appetizers and charcuterie! Whether you’re heading to a friend’s party, office gathering, or family celebration, appetizers are a must. While it’s wonderful to make something special (see our appetizer recipes here), it’s not always feasible. Busy schedule? No problem! Here are a number of last-minute appetizers that are quick and easy, … Continued
Handcrafted Gifts
Need a special something for the person on your list who has it all? Create unique consumables, crafted with love using local and seasonal ingredients from our shelves. See our ideas for three easy DIY handmade gifts! Cranberry Cardamom & Ginger Cordial This flavorful cordial is made with seasonal fruits and spices. Serve it drizzled … Continued
Whole Body Winter Wellness
This season can be delightful: waking up to a world covered in snow, snuggling up with hot chocolate and a good book, gathering with friends and family. But when it takes a toll in the form of colds, dry skin, and chapped lips, the co-op is here for you. At Lakewinds, you’ll find winter wellness … Continued
Functional Add-Ins for Your Sipping Broth
A hot mug of sipping broth in the morning can be a comforting way to start a chilly day. When it’s made with lots of vitamin-packed veggies and protein-packed bones, broth can also be a general nutritional powerhouse. And if you’re feeling a little off, the wellness department has plenty of add-ins you can mix … Continued
Immune Support and Other Wellness Tips for Fall
Going from fun summer getaways and weekends up north to work routines and school desks can be jarring. Returning to cramming for tests, tackling large projects at work, and juggling busy schedules can be an adjustment! If you or your loved ones need extra support during this time, the Wellness team has suggestions to help. … Continued