We were thrilled and grateful for our shoppers’ participation in our biannual shopper survey last month! This year we had the highest level of participation so far, and your responses were detailed and thoughtful. We will analyze the results over the next few months and will report back on how we plan to incorporate the […]
Our Cave to Co-op cheese for May 2018 is OH MY GOUDA from Vermont Artisans in Hartland Four Corners, Vermont. Cobb Hill is an intentionally planned community in Hartland Four Corners, begun by Donella Meadows, renowned founder of the Sustainability Institute. In 1997 two local dairy farms were purchased and merged into a 260 acre […]
Did you know that advancements in technology, regulations, and practices in aquaculture around the world could be the key to solving the world’s growing demand for seafood? As both our human population and seafood consumption increases, aquaculture provides an answer as to how to meet those demands without stripping the oceans of its wild fish […]
The BU—Honeydew Kombucha So refreshing! And the honeydew flavor really takes the cake. This organic, probiotic has a perfect balance—not too sour, not too sweet. Low sugar with no additives, it’s like healthy soda. ‘Nuff said! —Tim S. Sunflower Double Chocolate Chip Cookies What can I say? Few things other than leafy green veggies […]
While a beautiful posy of locally-grown Anemones and Ranunculus is just the thing to dress up breakfast-in-bed for your Mom, the magnificent hanging baskets raised by Meagan and Barry at Gilsum Gardens are the main affair this Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 13th. This father and daughter team have worked hard this spring, in lovely warm […]
Congratulations Alli! Every quarter we recognize an employee who exemplifies the co-op spirit. Alli Blouin is the well-deserving recipient this time around. She’s an amazing co-operator and brings enthusiasm, positivity and a cheerful personality into everything that she does. And she spreads that cheer to all of her co-workers. Alli has been a great addition […]
Tasting Friday, 4/27, 6:00 – 7:30pm This week we are highlighting mangos, spinach, and mushrooms in our healthy recipes. These ingredients offer a wide variety of health benefits and bring spring-time colors and flavors to boost our mood! Our mushroom and spinach pasta salad contains many nutrients to support health. Spinach helps regulate blood pressure […]
Dear Laura, how are you celebrating Earth Day? With a picnic of course! April is the month of Eco-holidays: Earth Day is the main event on April 22 and National Picnic Day is on April 23. Are you curious how to make your next outing eco-friendly? The Monadnock Co-op is here to help! The Basics: […]
Tasting Friday, 4/13, 6:00 – 7:30pm This week we’re highlighting pears, asparagus, and mangos in our nutritious recipes! These delicious ingredients offer up great health benefits as well as some much-needed spring-time flavor. Our Asparagus and Pear salad is loaded with good stuff. Asparagus is a good source of folate, vitamin K, iron, and fiber. […]
One of the seven foundational Cooperative Principles that resonates with me most is “concern for community.” Your Board of Directors, as a group and as individuals, strive to demonstrate that principle as we work to grow our co-op; as we undertake this expansion project, we also hope to grow our inclusive cooperative community. Each of […]
