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Community Partner Profile: Lowertown Bike Shop

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Learn more about treasured local nonprofit Lowertown Bike Shop in this Q&A with Operations Manager Crystal Sursely. How long has Lowertown Bike Shop (LBS) been in business? Eleven years this May! Why did you decide to open a nonprofit cycling business? LBS became a nonprofit because we…

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Celebrating $1 Million in Positive Change Donations

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We did it! Together, we have raised over $1 million for local St. Paul nonprofits. We could not have hit this huge milestone without the incredible generosity of our shoppers. To reach $1 million, 3,298,523 people have donated a bag credit or rounded up at the register. Wow! Our…

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Build Your Own Bagel Board

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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,…

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Staff Profile: Meet Laura Fickes

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As a community-owned and cooperatively operated business, co-op employees are some of Mississippi Market’s greatest assets. Our friendly, dedicated staff possess a wealth of knowledge. They work diligently to provide you with access to the freshest, healthiest foods and the safest, most effective personal health and beauty care products available.

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Soul Food: An Integral Part of American Cuisine

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By Jamie Bernard In my family, we eat soul food on holidays. (And sometimes just because.) My grandma’s tender and savory stewed greens, candied yams, cornbread dressing, sweet potato pie, and her nothing-else-compares mac and cheese, to name a few. Our New Year’s Day meal includes black-eyed peas, collard greens…

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Warm Up from the Inside Out

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Turn up the heat this winter with some of our favorite spicy condiments — most of which are made right here in Minnesota! Peanut Butter Snickerdoodles…

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Beyond Hydration

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Good hydration is key to maintaining a healthy immune system, and functional beverages are a fun way to sip on something that is both tasty and beneficial to your mind or body. Functional drinks are beverages with health benefits beyond their nutritional value, such as probiotics to aid in digestion…

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Wholesome Grains to Replace Your Morning Oatmeal

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Oatmeal is cozy, hearty and easy — and so are these other grain options! Switch up your breakfasts this winter by trying something new. Just like oatmeal, these can be enjoyed with your favorite milks, fruits, nuts, seeds and spices. Shop for these grains in our bulk aisle to get…

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Cozy Baked Goods for the Holiday Season

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What better way to spend a cold, snowy day than by whipping up baked goods to share with your loved ones? The recipes below range from unique options like sweet potato bread and pear & cardamom tahini cake to classic flavors like apple spice, pumpkin and eggnog. Click the photo…

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Holiday Leftover Tips

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One of the best things about the holidays is the delicious food. When the main meal is over, follow these tips to get the most out of your leftovers. Store Them Safely According to the USDA, food should be refrigerated within two hours after cooking to keep it out…

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