Missing the State Fair? Recipes for All Year Round

Nothing hits like fair food – the smells, the colors, the tastes. If you are already missing the fair or you did not attend this year, here are some recipe dupes for some essential fair favorites.
Nothing hits like fair food – the smells, the colors, the tastes. If you are already missing the fair or you did not attend this year, here are some recipe dupes for some essential fair favorites.
Summer is the kick off to the grilling season (and especially in Minnesota, brat season)! With so many hot afternoons to spend on the patio or in the local park, a variety of brat pairings can keep things fresh, and accommodate everyone’s tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you’ve got a…
Start your summer sizzle with a Brat Board. A little bit relish tray and a little bit the Midwestern cousin to charcuterie, the Brat Board is a great way to dish up local flavor this summer. Snacky, satisfying, and somehow both nostalgic and new. We got to…
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) founders have brought delicious, fresh products to our shelves. Discover AAPI founded and owned businesses you can support at your co-op.
Chocolate and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand, and our friends at Equal Exchange Co-op have some great ideas to celebrate the fair-trade way! The cacao Equal Exchange uses in their chocolate is monitored by independent, nonprofit, certifying organizations that guarantee it was produced and traded in a socially responsible…
Not all cooking oils are created equal. They vary in performance, flavor, and nutrition! Some oils are ideal for cooking at high temperatures, and others are better for imparting flavor and depth to your dish. One of the most important things to consider is how an oil has been processed…
Long gone are the days when being vegan or lactose intolerant meant you had to miss out on ice cream. Now, there are plenty of delicious plant-based options for everyone to enjoy! Here are some of our favorites to help you cool off this summer. Jolly Llama Vanilla Fudge Sundae…
As a community-owned grocery store, we exist to serve our community — which means providing more options to fit every budget. To expand food access and be more inclusive to everyone in our store neighborhoods, we are bringing in a small variety of competitively priced conventional products. We know everyone…
This enticing smorgasbord offers something for everyone and is easy to adjust based on the number of people. It’s perfect for a weekend brunch or spring celebration! Board Ingredients Bagels from St. Paul Bagelry or Rise Bagel Co. (two local, women-owned bagelries featured at the co-op!) Vegetables like sliced cucumbers,…
Turn up the heat this winter with some of our favorite spicy condiments — most of which are made right here in Minnesota!…