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Rosemary & Sea Salt Nut Bars

Looking for a snack bar that’s not so sugary-sweet? Need something that’ll actually fulfill your snack-time needs, without the junk? These savory Rosemary and Sea Salt Nut Bars may be exactly what you’re looking for. They’re herby with just a pinch of sweetness to bring out the flavor of the toasted nuts, finished with a shake of flakey salt. Better yet, you can mix up or swap out the nuts to match your own tastes or preferences.
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Cold Soba Noodles

In the dog days of summer, nothing sounds better than a refreshing but filling meal. When you don’t feel like a fussy salad or a hefty sandwich, these cold soba noodles may be just what you’re looking for. Cold and clear umami broth rehydrates you and dances over the slightly chewy soba noodles, rounded out with fresh spring onion. Enjoy them with the topping of your choice, however you please.
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Watermelon Punch

Sweet and bubbly, this Watermelon Punch will help you chill out in the summer heat. Ripe and juicy local watermelon floats in harmony with fizzy lemon-lime soda. Add some sake for a little kick, or rock it without. Whatever way you want to enjoy it, this punch is perfect for porch-sippin’, backyard shindigs, or just hangin’ out.
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Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Tangy and creamy with a bite, this potato salad has everything you’re craving for your cook-out side. Perfect for an easy sidekick for your dinner, with minimal cooking time, so you can get back to enjoying your summer. Pair it with your hot dog, hamburgers, or enjoy it right out of the bowl. Either way, you can skip the pickle on the side, because this potato salad is the whole package.
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Pistachio Orange Cake

We’re celebrating 15 years of serving our community this June, and we wanted to mark the occasion by sharing a wonderful cake recipe with you. This birthday cake may have come about by thinking “outside the box,” but what fun is it to always color inside the lines? You’ll find that the warm and bright citrus notes blend beautifully with the rich and nutty pistachio flavor, wrapping this cake up into one wonderful present. We hope you enjoy this creation, from us to you.
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Whipped Feta Dip

This fresh and easy dip is bound to take the center stage of your summer snacking rotation. It's tangy notes of feta cheese are balanced by the bright notes of lemon and yogurt, finished up with creamy and rich olive oil. Dress it up or down for any occasion, whether it be a dip or drizzle.
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Grilled Miso Trout

Looking for a way to mix things up on the grill? Does your summertime fishing have you wondering for more ways to prepare your fresh catch? Try this slightly sweet, savory, and delicate grilled miso trout. It's a wonderful accompaniment to a salad or rice bowl, or any other grilling sidekicks you enjoy.
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Maroulosalata

This zippy and fresh Greek salad is the perfect addition to your summertime meal rotation. It’s bright with an herby bite from fresh squeezed lemon juice and herbs, rounded out with creamy feta and rich olive oil. Enjoy it on its own, or topped with a protein of your choice.
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Meet the Board – Amanda Presgraves

Meet the Board Spotlights! This month we're catching up with Amanda Presgraves, who has now been serving on the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors for 4 years. Amanda has been an asset to our board, and her love for fresh, flavorful food—and the sense of community that comes with it—reflects the spirit of the Co-op!
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Annual Report 2025

At Friendly City Food Co-op, we publish an Annual Report each year. Here's the one from 2025!
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Annual Report 2024

At Friendly City Food Co-op, we publish an Annual Report each year. Here's the one from 2024!
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Annual Report 2023

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Annual Report 2022

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Annual Report 2021

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Annual Report 2020

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Annual Report 2019

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Annual Report 2018

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Annual Report 2017

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Meet the Board – Amanda Presgraves

Meet the Board Spotlights! This month we're catching up with Amanda Presgraves, who has now been serving on the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors for 4 years. Amanda has been an asset to our board, and her love for fresh, flavorful food—and the sense of community that comes with it—reflects the spirit of the Co-op!
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A Case Study in Co-op Power by Equal Exchange

It’s often the case that when you find a kindred spirit, it’s not just one thing you have in common; it’s more like you share some spiritual DNA. Equal Exchange’s co-op supply chain is like an international super highway connecting kindred spirits all working toward changing a broken system through, some might say, radical commitments: democracy, participation, equity, sustainability, innovation. These ideals and connections aren’t simply theoretical or academic. They are alive, dynamic, and moving actual products—from (often far-away) farms to co-op shopping baskets to homes. By deliberately creating alternative norms and ways of doing business, collectively we are proving that business can be done with delicious and restorative—not extractive—results.
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Meet the Board – Tara Dolan

We’re Back with Meet the Board Spotlights! This month, we’re catching up with Tara Dolan (She/They), who has now been serving on the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors for a year and three months. In that time, Tara has brought energy, heart, and a deep appreciation for community connection to their role. Her passion for local food, grassroots engagement, and supporting the Shenandoah Valley shines through in everything she does.
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Making the Perfect Charcuterie Board

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How to Build the Perfect Charcuterie Board for the Holidays! Holiday charcuterie (or marcuterie) boards can be festive, fun, and endlessly customizable, making them perfect for any holiday gathering. At first, picking cheeses, meats, crackers, and accompaniments can feel overwhelming, but don’t worry! By following a few simple guidelines, you can easily create a board that feels balanced, looks beautiful, and will please any guest.
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Rake In The Savings & Support Native Foodways!

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October is Co-op Month

Celebrate Co-op Month by learning about cooperatively owned brands!
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Meet the Board – Rebecca Golladay

We’re delighted to spotlight Rebecca Golladay, a dedicated member of the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors. Over the past four years, Rebecca’s leadership and passion have been invaluable to our team. Her commitment to our mission and her thoughtful contributions have played a key role in shaping the co-op's direction.
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Meet the Board – Tara Dolan

We’re excited to introduce Tara Dolan, one of the newest members of the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors!
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Meet the Board – Kathryn Tuttle

We’re thrilled to introduce Kathryn Tuttle, a dedicated member of the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors in her first year of service!
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Rosemary & Sea Salt Nut Bars

Looking for a snack bar that’s not so sugary-sweet? Need something that’ll actually fulfill your snack-time needs, without the junk? These savory Rosemary and Sea Salt Nut Bars may be exactly what you’re looking for. They’re herby with just a pinch of sweetness to bring out the flavor of the toasted nuts, finished with a shake of flakey salt. Better yet, you can mix up or swap out the nuts to match your own tastes or preferences.
Read more

Cold Soba Noodles

In the dog days of summer, nothing sounds better than a refreshing but filling meal. When you don’t feel like a fussy salad or a hefty sandwich, these cold soba noodles may be just what you’re looking for. Cold and clear umami broth rehydrates you and dances over the slightly chewy soba noodles, rounded out with fresh spring onion. Enjoy them with the topping of your choice, however you please.
Read more

Watermelon Punch

Sweet and bubbly, this Watermelon Punch will help you chill out in the summer heat. Ripe and juicy local watermelon floats in harmony with fizzy lemon-lime soda. Add some sake for a little kick, or rock it without. Whatever way you want to enjoy it, this punch is perfect for porch-sippin’, backyard shindigs, or just hangin’ out.
Read more

Dill Pickle Potato Salad

Tangy and creamy with a bite, this potato salad has everything you’re craving for your cook-out side. Perfect for an easy sidekick for your dinner, with minimal cooking time, so you can get back to enjoying your summer. Pair it with your hot dog, hamburgers, or enjoy it right out of the bowl. Either way, you can skip the pickle on the side, because this potato salad is the whole package.
Read more

Pistachio Orange Cake

We’re celebrating 15 years of serving our community this June, and we wanted to mark the occasion by sharing a wonderful cake recipe with you. This birthday cake may have come about by thinking “outside the box,” but what fun is it to always color inside the lines? You’ll find that the warm and bright citrus notes blend beautifully with the rich and nutty pistachio flavor, wrapping this cake up into one wonderful present. We hope you enjoy this creation, from us to you.
Read more

Whipped Feta Dip

This fresh and easy dip is bound to take the center stage of your summer snacking rotation. It's tangy notes of feta cheese are balanced by the bright notes of lemon and yogurt, finished up with creamy and rich olive oil. Dress it up or down for any occasion, whether it be a dip or drizzle.
Read more

Grilled Miso Trout

Looking for a way to mix things up on the grill? Does your summertime fishing have you wondering for more ways to prepare your fresh catch? Try this slightly sweet, savory, and delicate grilled miso trout. It's a wonderful accompaniment to a salad or rice bowl, or any other grilling sidekicks you enjoy.
Read more

Maroulosalata

This zippy and fresh Greek salad is the perfect addition to your summertime meal rotation. It’s bright with an herby bite from fresh squeezed lemon juice and herbs, rounded out with creamy feta and rich olive oil. Enjoy it on its own, or topped with a protein of your choice.
Read more

Soy Marinated Eggs

These soy marinated eggs are delicious flavor bombs that will fuel you for all your spring adventures. Savory soy pairs wonderfully with bright ginger and green onion, wrapped around a jammy center yolk. Enjoy it over warm sticky rice, or pack the whole lot for your lunch and eat it cold. Either way, it’s bound to become your new go-to.
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