holiday meal makeover - 3 rivers food coop · 3 rivers natural grocery co-op & deli currents...

3 Rivers Natural Grocery Co-op & Deli Currents November 2017

The Word on the Bird

November 2017

1612 Sherman Blvd Fort Wayne IN 46808 (260) 424-8812 Hours: Sunday 10-8, Mon-Sat 8am-9pm

Cooking

with Herbs

Saturday, November 18

4pm

in the Café

Looking for a turkey for your Thanksgiving table? Here are your options at the co-op: Organic Frozen Turkeys: Organic Prairie turkeys are

available at $3.99/lb. They will range from 10-16 lbs each. First delivery is Saturday, 11/8. Pick up early for the best selection. Plainville Free Range Turkeys 12-20 pounds for $3.99/lb. Pick up early for the best selection.

Gunthorp Farms: Unfortunately, the deadline for these local, free-range turkeys was earlier than usual (10/31). If you pre-ordered a turkey pick up is Tuesday afternoon (11/21) & Wednesday (11/22).

Vegetarian/Vegan Options: Tofurky returns in Roast, Feast and gravy; Field Roast Celebration Roast, and the Quorn roast.

A celebratory dinner should be exactly that: a time to share delicious food with family and friends. While many people wish to serve traditional family favorites, for most, there's still plenty of room to liven up your holidays with a few new flavors, local foods, and even nutritional boosters. Here are some ideas for making your holiday meals fresh, easy, and fun.

Consider a slightly new twist on the centerpiece of many a holiday meal, the turkey, by choosing a local, heritage breed, and/or brined turkey. See our turkey (or veg substitutes) to the right. Need turkey tips? Check out this guide: https://goo.gl/E47eZW.

Give that classic green bean casserole a makeover with fresh green beans, a spritz of lemon, and a topping of toasted pine nuts. Boost the cranberry sauce with a handful of fresh or dried fruit and a dash of cayenne. Use brown rice or quinoa as the basis for your turkey-day stuffing this year, and toss in some walnuts and chopped local apples.

Instantly transform the typical fare with seasonings: spice your eggnog with cardamom instead of (or as well as) cinnamon this year, and sprinkle tarragon on plain mashed potatoes.

Make gravy like Grandma (or your favorite cooking show chef) if you like, but don't feel obligated! There are some top-notch, healthful cooking mixes available that are especially helpful this time of year. You'll find delicious, organic gravy mixes, dessert mixes, and seasoning blends for salad dressings and dips at your co-op.

Bring the unexpected to the table by adding an entirely new recipe or two to this year's menu. How about a tart or risotto

featuring fall veggies? Give this Winter Squash Risotto (https://goo.gl/UX2bta) a try. Focus on just one or two "special" dishes to complement your main course—especially if you're serving appetizers, a couple delicious sides are all you really need and will allow you to spend more time with your guests. Great dishes needn't be complicated made-from-scratch recipes, either. Purchase some strikingly flavorful, easy-to-prepare foods to serve alongside the usual. A plate of brie with preserves and almonds is simple yet memorable.

Unless you adore kitchen duty, never refuse a guest's offer to bring food -- and remember you can count on your grocery store for prepared foods, too. Visit our deli Grab-n-Go for

(Continued on page 3)

HOLIDAY MEAL Makeover by Co+op Stronger Together

2 3 Rivers Natural Grocery Co-op & Deli Currents November 2017

Own it! Interested in how being a co-op

owner works? Ask a cashier for more

information!

It’s easy to become an owner and you will own an equity share of a local business!

We are Co+op, Stronger Together!

Current Co-op Membership Total Owner Households-1,817 Total Fully Invested Households-769 New Households-8 (Sept 23-Oct 20) *These numbers include Active & Inactive Owners

Cycle A Sales: November 1-14

Special orders due November 11

Cycle B Sales: November 15-28

Special orders due November 25

In early November you may want to turn the oven on to help you adjust to cooler temperatures! Bring in the chill with some warmed baked goods--sales from the first round of Deals are plenty. You’ll find savings in bulk (oats, coconut, sugar) and on the shelves (coconut, vanilla extract, coconut oil, pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, coconut milk). If you’re making sweet treats for the visitors you are hosting you’ll want to stock up on cleaning products and paper goods (dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper). When Sales Cycle B rolls around you’ll likely be in full Thanksgiving mode. Here are some sale items you may want for your table: Cascadian Farms frozen veggies, Arrowhead Mills stuffing mix, Pacific broths, Farmer’s Market Organic Pumpkin, Ian’s (GF) breadcrumbs, Organic Valley cream cheese, butter, eggs, and half-and-half, plus Westbrae canned veggies. We’re hoping none of your shopping partners are unable to accompany you due to illness but if they are you will want to grab some of our Wellness items on sale the second round of deals: Boiron Coldcalm, Ricola Cough Drops and Traditional Medicinals teas may help! Get your case orders in and use that “Happy Harvest Savings” voucher! Once you are above the $50 mark you’ll save 15% or 20% off your total purchase. You may even want to order in a flavor or product we don’t normally stock on the shelves! You may use your coupon thru November 30th. We’re continuing to receive non-food items that would make great gifts.

Mine. Yours. Ours: Owner News You Can Use

Harvest the Savings at Your Co-op! Watch your mailboxes for this “Happy Harvest Savings” postcard that may be used anytime before November 30th. We assume you’ll want to bring your Thanksgiving shopping list along for this owner savings voucher which allows you to save up to 20% depending on the amount you spend. As usual, this savings voucher may not be combined with any other discount including the volunteer 10% and senior 5%. It can be used on case orders and spending over $50 will get you above the 10% owners normally save by special ordering cases. Many thanks from us for your loyalty as owners! Go Co-op!

Well Read Women Book Club Thursday, November 16, 6:30 pm

Become a well read woman of nonfiction: one book, poem, or essay at a time. Everyone is welcome to attend this inclusive, accepting group for women. This month’s book is What She Ate by Laura Shapiro. Questions? Call Sarah at the Little Turtle Branch Library at 260-421-1335.


featuring readers Stevens Amidon & Rick Cummings

First Friday

November 3, 7:30 pm Readings

This Just In!: New & By Special Request

Featured new items and news! Make your own product request using the slips on the board at the front of the

store.

Other new products: Conjure locally roasted coffee in Valentin Huaman el palto, Beanitos gluten free Mac & Cheese White Bean Crunch, Doctor in the Kitchen Flackers in Sea Salt, Violife non-dairy cheeses in bleu and parmesan, So Delicious non-dairy Cheddar Jack shreds, Gimme Seaweed Thins in Sriracha Almond, Tofurky and DIY breakfast sausage. And SO MUCH CHOCOLATE! You’ll find Chocolove, Endangered Species, BarkThins, Marich, Ocho, Seattle and Theo Chocolate seasonal bars and truffles are gracing our shelves! We also have seasonal flavors of Clif bars and a large display of the Celestial Seasonings teas Seasonal items are still trickling in--watch for the seasonal displays near the sampling station and on the display stands near the freezers. (Can’t wait? The eggnog has already arrived to our refrigerator!)

Need a brain boost or a little mental clarity? It’s a Know Brainer to start your day off with this new “thinker’s creamer” which helps to get your brain and your metabolism. The base? MCT and organic grassfed butter. Give the packet a little massage and add to your cuppa joe. A match for those on a ketogenic eating plan. Available in both French Vanilla and original.

lovely desserts (including whole pies and loaves of pumpkin bread). While you're there, choose some scones muffins to treat family and/or guests to special breakfast fare. You may even consider picking up a couple of extra quick breads to give as gifts!

If you'll be hosting guests for more than just the main meal, look to the deli for speedy main course items and sides (like lasagna, smoked salmon, wheatberry salad, golden beet and kale salad, or roasted root vegetables).

Don't forget to stock up on some local wine and beer, too. Pair a good beverage with an array of cheeses or cookies for an instant party when unexpected guests arrive!

(Holiday Meal Makeover, continued from page 1)

Planning for Your Holiday Meal How much food will you need? The general guidelines below will help you plan the correct amount of food to make or purchase for your main meal. To get you started set out a tray or two of snacks--it’s a great way to welcome guests. Fresh dates served with a spiced, roasted nut mix; artisanal cheese tray of local cheeses, with fine flatbread crackers and crostini; and crispy raw vegetables and a selection of dips, like soft a soft cheese blended with herbs, hummus with a swirl of fresh or prepared pesto, or garlicky aioli make a nice addition to your starter menu.

Fermentation is wild! You’ll likely find the Wildbrine Probiotic Smoky Jalapeno Sriracha without match in the condiment world. The spicy & smoky, yet fresh green combo of jalapeños, cherrywood smoked salt, kale, and vibrant green tomatillos really drives this sriracha home. Not to mention it’s live, raw, vegan and has no sugar added. Delicious, spicy, fermented, and good for you? Did we say double fermented? Find it in the cooler at the front of the store.

Evolution Salt Lamps are back at a sale price! You’ll find them on sale all month in new shapes including an elephant (these sold out last year). Also new--a color changing version that plugs into your USB port! One of our staff members has it in her car. Salt lamps make great gifts--grab them at the sale price as they won’t last long!


See page 6 for winter squash recipes.


General Manager Janelle Young

Management Staff April Bickel

Alisha Dunkleberger Robin Holman Jason Johnson

NEWSLETTER STAFF

Editor/Design & Layout Heather Grady

Three Rivers Co-op Natural Grocery & Deli

1612 Sherman Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46808 (260)424-8812 www.3riversfood.coop

Want more? Owners can sign up for our owner only newsletter to get unadvertised specials, deli menus, fliers, and

info about events. Non-owner shoppers can receive a monthly

newsletter as well. Send an email to

[email protected] or visit our webpage at www.3riversfood.coop/

newsletter/

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President

Scott Kammerer

Vice President Daniel Whiteley

Secretary/Treasurer James Ringswald

Stephanie Demorest

Sarah Hyndman Lindsay Koler Robert Novak

Aaron Schneider

November 7, 6:30-8:30 pm 1st Tuesdays

Southern Appalachian Fiddle Music Jam (NOT bluegrass)

November 21, 6:30-8:30 pm 3rd Tuesdays

Traditional Irish Music Jam

Music in the Café ♫♪ These toe tapping tunes are played by a different gathering of musicians each

week. Come to listen or bring an instrument to play along!

NOVEMBER FEATURED ARTIST

BUY ART · SUPPORT LOCAL

Join us for Dinner & a Movie

Featuring the documentary Apple Pushers

Friday, November 17, 7 pm

The Apple Pushers, narrated by Edward Norton, follows the inspiring stories of five immigrant pushcart vendors who are

rolling fresh fruits and vegetables into New York City's food deserts - neighborhoods where finding a ripe, red apple is a

serious challenge and where obesity rates are skyrocketing. These micro-entrepreneurs, who hail from Ecuador, Russia, Mexico,

and Bangladesh, are at the heart of a unique urban strategy, the Green Cart Initiative, which seeks to increase the availability of

fresh produce in under-served communities, in an effort to combat the obesity epidemic found in so many of America's cities.

Hot bar, salad bar, and café selections will be available for purchase.

Discussion will follow.

Featured Produce Sampling--Heirloom Apples: Friday, November 17, 4-6 pm Sweet Potatoes: Saturday, November 18, 11-3

Janelle Young Jewelry Janelle has been making jewelry since the early 1980s. With a love for nature she focuses on natural materials with a little sparkle. You may have seen her creations in years past at Sage Traders or at local art festivals. Now she does a few art shows a year when she has the time.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 10 am-4 pm


SAVE THE DATE!

1612 Sherman Blvd Fort Wayne IN 46808 Hours: Sundays 10 am-8 pm, Mon-Sat 8 am-9 pm

www.3riversfood.coop

(260) 424-8812 November 2017

PRESORTED STANDARD

U.S. POSTAGE PAID FORT WAYNE, IN PERMIT NO. 2092

IN THIS ISSUE:

What are GMOs?, page 1

Vote for the Board, page 2

Fair Trade, page 3

All Things Pumpkin, page 4

Co-op Events, pg 5

This Just In!, page 6

Shopper Picks Pix, page 7

HOLIDAY ARTIST BOUTIQUE

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, 10 am-4 pm SAMPLE · LISTEN · SHOP · MINGLE

Shop our local artist boutique while listening to live music! Featuring:

Antigone Albright • Annie Bishop • Jan Krist • Rebecca Rader • Susie Suraci • Janelle Young

holiday meal makeover - 3 rivers food coop · 3 rivers natural grocery co-op & deli currents...

Documents