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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Celebrate Co-ops on July 2!

July 2 marks the 100th celebration of the International Day of Cooperatives!

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We're Ready for Summer!

The Co-op’s wine department is primed and ready with a variety of porch pounders to help usher in the season.

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Grill & Chill

Grilled Chicken, Chops, Burgers & Veggies - we have recipes!

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General Manager’s Blog - June

Read what makes us different from a regular grocery store…

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Blanching for Salads

Blanching makes colors pop and produces a crisp crudite bite. Should you blanche for salads? We’ve got recipes.

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Cook the Rainbow — The Greek Way

If you’d like to explore Greek cuisine, whether or not you count colors, there are several ways to get involved

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Coop2go Changes

Temporary Changes to Coop2go

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Here Are S'more Ideas!

The campfire staple of the Girl Scouts originally named “some mores” in 1927, became a popular American and Canadian snack called S’mores in the sixties and seventies.

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General Manager’s Blog - May

Read what makes us different from a regular grocery store…

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WOW! What a Party

Watch this awesome video montage!

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Veggie Fries are Fabulous and EASY!

I’ve gone veggie fry wild running an experimental test kitchen. Yes, I’m having fun, and I’ve learned the ins and outs of making good fries.

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Why Fair Trade?

When you buy fair trade products you're supporting good working conditions and fair wages for producers. Learn more about fair trade and the benefits it provides to the producers and their communities.

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DIY Spring Inspired Salad Dressings

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Special Spring Treat—Mystery Bay Ricotta!

Enjoy this special spring treat from Mystery Bay Farm! AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME!

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April General Manager’s Blog

We have 20 exciting products from 3 new local vendors this month.

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Going Egg KuKu

Egg dishes are popular throughout the Middle East, and Iranians are especially fond of kuku, a type of open faced baked omelet similar to the Italian frittata and the Arab eggeh.