The Beet

A Port Townsend Food Co-op Blog

Whether you're passionate about healthy recipes, sustainability initiatives, local giving programs, or supporting local farms, we’ve got something for you. Stay connected with the latest co-op news, learn how we’re making a difference in the community, and discover how you can get involved. Join us as we promote eco-friendly living and share the best in organic, local food."

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What is with those new shopping carts?

The new carts aren’t perfect. Let us present to you some of the features and benefits of our new carts…

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Frank Cornelissen at the Food Co-op

There are few names in the natural wine world that are as imbued with as much mystique as ‘Frank Cornelissen’ – and justifiably so.

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Oktoberfest Brews at the Food Co-op

Celebrate Oktoberfest and usher in the fall season with a variety of beers!

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Farm to School Starts with the Apple

The Community Wellness project used donations from OGC and the Food Co-op to support the Farm to School program in the following ways…

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Cheesy Chickpea Polenta with Extra Choices

Bake harvest roasted veggies in this cheesy chickpea polenta and find extra recipes to pair with polenta…

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Back to School Special: Pack Better Bag Lunches

Brown bag lunches won’t be boring anymore!

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Late Summer Sauces

Eating locally with the seasons; there’s a rhythm and satisfaction to cooking with produce at its peak…

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Tomato - The Essence of Summer

Whether you grow your own or bring them home from the market or food co-op, there's no shortage of ways to enjoy the stunning variety of tomatoes.

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Peach-alicious!

Peaches—luscious, sweetly aromatic and delicious—are arguably the perfect fruit. It’s little wonder we use the word "peachy" to describe something being just right.