When you think about the signature foods of the Pacific Northwest I’ll bet that neither garbanzo beans nor lentils spring to mind. Unless, perhaps you’ve lived in Spain or one of the countries in the Middle East. Why is that?
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January 6, 2013
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November 3, 2012
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Do you have a favorite time of the year? For me I always look forward to fall for the changing colors, the crispness of the air, Sugar Hubbard squash and APPLES! Here in the Pacific Northwest we grow some of the most delicious apple varieties in the world.
August 30, 2012
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What makes a GREAT bagel? I’ve been having that debate with friends ever since tasting my first one in the early 1970’s. Some say it’s the flour, some say the technique, and of course New Yorkers claim that it has to be the Manhattan water. Well, we can all agree on one thing.
June 7, 2012
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Nestled on the coast of central California next to the famous Hearst Castle, Hearst Ranch combines pristine grassland and true cowboy heritage to raise premium quality all-natural, grass-fed beef. Look for their beef in the meat departments of some of our Southern California stores this summer (see below for details) and take a look at Stephen Hearst’s tips for grilling grass-fed beef.
March 3, 2012
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Our local forager in the Pacific Northwest, Denise Breyley, shares the story behind Firefly Kitchens’ naturally fermented foods and how their Local Producer Loan helps grow their business.
February 6, 2012
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While brothers Meteo and Andy Kehler were milking their own Ayershire cows to make cheese for Jasper Hill, they realized they might be able to help local farmers do the same thing.
January 8, 2012
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Our local forager in the Pacific Northwest, Denise Breyley, shares the story behind Willie Greens Organic Farm and how they are using our Local Producer Loan to grow their business.
May 31, 2011
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Joseph and Anna Maria Severino learned the art of pasta making in Italy 35 years ago and have developed quite a local following for their authentic pastas.
May 8, 2011
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Watch how these artisanal preserves are thoughtfully crafted in the French tradition, with only the freshest seasonal fruit and their own naturally extracted pectin.
January 11, 2011
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What’s a more iconic health food than granola? Meet three of our Local Producer Loan Program recipients who started small businesses devoted to making this yummy treat.
December 18, 2010
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Spread a little local love by supporting local farmers, producers and artisans — including these who specialize in sweet and savory goodies.
December 11, 2010
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Spread a little local love during the holiday season by supporting local farmers, producers and artisans. Learn about a few of our local growers of seasonal favorites.
October 31, 2010
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With the biggest turkey cooking event of the year right around the corner, it's the perfect time to introduce you to some of the local farmers who raise the turkeys we provide for your Thanksgiving dinner.
October 22, 2010
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Chesterfield, MI
Achatz’ 100 employees know how to make a pie. All-natural and created by hand, their pies are as close to homemade as you can get. They’re proud that roughly 95% of their pies’ ingredients – the peaches, strawberries, rhubarb, pastry flour and beet sugar – are local to Michigan. Achatz Pies are perfect for Whole Foods Market shoppers, who know that what they’re buying is free of hydrogenated oils, chemicals and preservatives. You can also pronounce all the ingredients. Learn more about Achatz Pies by watching this short video.
October 16, 2010
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Part candy bar company and part creamery, Zingerman's is 100% dedicated to handmade quality. Learn more about them and their fresh goodies in this short video.
October 9, 2010
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To Intelligentsia Coffee doing the right thing is a mantra that's carried over into every aspect of their business, from sourcing coffee to paying growers. Watch their story.
October 2, 2010
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Rushing Waters Trout Farm
Palmyra, WI
September 25, 2010
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Two Brothers Brewery
Jason and Jim Ebel
Warrenville, IL
September 18, 2010
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Ineeka Tea
Chicago, IL
September 10, 2010
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Star Valley Flowers
John Zehrer and Phil Mueller
Star Valley, WI
One source of pride for Star Valley Flowers is that they harvest and cut fresh flowers all year– even during the cold, snowy months – without the use of a greenhouse. Star Valley reduces its carbon footprint by foregoing the use of greenhouses. Not only is their environmental impact important, so is a customer’s reaction to their flowers. They hope customers consider their flowers to be interesting, long lasting, traceable, and cared for along the way by somebody who loves flowers.
August 14, 2010
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Enjoy Life Foods
Schiller Park, IL