Meet the Maker | Hacienda San Jose Chocolates

When you think of chocolate, you might not think of Minnesota. Cacao beans are not exactly a local crop! But Minnesotan Monica Jimenez knows the ins and outs of the entire chocolate-making process. Her family’s farm grows cacao beans and makes award-winning chocolate — Hacienda San Jose — in Ecuador. Standing in New Hope, Minnesota, … Continued

New at the Co-Op, January 2021

It’s a new year, so why not try something new at the co-op? This month we’ve got some great new small-batch condiments, original snacks, eco-friendly makeup, and health-boosting supplements. Everything added to our shelves meets our high quality standards, so you can trust what you put in your cart. Grocery Mother In Law’s Korean gochujang … Continued

Building an Awesome Burrito Bar

Deli & Cheese Category Manager, Lisa Kollodge, is the one to thank for our amazing new burrito and sandwich recipes at our Minnetonka store. She talked to us about the joys and challenges of using traditional recipes and local products. What did you enjoy most about creating the burrito & sandwich bar? By focusing on … Continued