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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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Viral Waterless Chicken Soup

This incredibly flavorful and filling soup picked up steam online, and we’re here to tell you it’s worth every spoonful. The rich flavor from gently steamed chicken, combined with the subtle sweetness and warmth from the apple and ginger, melt together into brothy goodness. Enjoy it on its own, or over rice for an even heartier meal.
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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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Mediterranean Frittata

Having a nutritious and protein-packed breakfast is a breeze with this delicious frittata in your morning meal rotation. Savory eggs, tangy feta, and bright tomatoes make for a pick-me-up that will last you through to lunchtime. Enjoy it on slow mornings, or pack it when you’re on the go.
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Birria Tacos

Birria tacos topped the charts as a food trend and became a taco truck staple after capturing the hearts and tastebuds of many. Try your hand at making these saucy, savory, rich bundles of soupy joy. Enjoy the base recipe as a hearty soup, dish them out into tacos, or enjoy them with melted cheese on top for a “queso birria” spin on this incredible newly minted classic.
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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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Cowboy Caviar

Looking for a healthy and delicious Game Day snack? This cowboy caviar is perfect to “kickoff” your watch party with zesty and crunchy goodness. We’ve put our own twist on it that’s sure to be a “touchdown” you and your guests will enjoy.
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Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Trifle

Valentine’s Day is the time for decadent desserts, and everyone deserves to join in on the deliciousness. This vegan trifle recipe has all the indulgent, yet balanced flavors you’ve been craving. The tartness from the raspberries compliments the richness of the chocolate cake, all swathed in a blanket of smooth coconut pudding®. Serve it for your sweetheart or enjoy it all your own.
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Homemade Fruit Bars

Is your New Year's resolution to eat more whole foods to fuel your body? Looking to recreate you or your kids’ favorite snack, without all the processed stuff and preservatives? Try your hand at making these fruit bars from scratch. They’re sweet and snackable, but full of fiber from the dates, whole wheat flour, and real fruit filling. Pack them in your lunch as your sweet treat, as a hiking snack, or however you choose to enjoy them.
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Annual Report 2016

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Annual Report 2015

Welcome to Our New Website! Fresh Look, Same Community Spirit We’re so excited to share our brand-new website with you! After months of thoughtful planning, we’ve created a fresh and easy-to-use site that truly reflects the heart of our co-op and serves the needs of our community. Whether you’re a longtime owner or visiting us for the first time, we think you’ll love the new design and the helpful features we’ve added just for you.
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Meet the Board – Price Crenshaw

We’re excited to introduce Price Crenshaw, a valued member of the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors for over four months!
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March is Women’s History Month – Shop Women-Owned Brands at the Co-op

From everyday essentials to special treats, our shelves are stocked with amazing women-owned brands.
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Meet the Board – Cheri Greenfield

We’re thrilled to spotlight Cheri Greenfield, who has been a dedicated member of the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors for over two years!
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“The Food Co-op is Expensive” by Jon Steinman

An intriguing heading to an article, isn’t it! Probably because you’ve thought it, heard it, or at one time or another, engaged in a lively debate about it.
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Meet the Board – Amanda Presgraves

We’re excited to spotlight Amanda Presgraves, who has been a valued member of the Friendly City Food Co-op Board of Directors for the past two years!
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Patronage Dividends Explained

Owner purchases at Friendly City Food Co-op can add up to patronage dividend rewards each year. Learn more about how patronage dividends are calculate here.
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Save on Field Day Items & Support Native Foodways!

This November, get ready for gatherings with friends and family with big savings on all Field Day products at your co-op. Save on more than 270 Field Day items, 5¢ from every sale will go towards North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems (NĀTIFS).
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Welcome to Our New Website!

Welcome to Our New Website! Fresh Look, Same Community Spirit We’re so excited to share our brand-new website with you! After months of thoughtful planning, we’ve created a fresh and easy-to-use site that truly reflects the heart of our co-op and serves the needs of our community. Whether you’re a longtime owner or visiting us for the first time, we think you’ll love the new design and the helpful features we’ve added just for you.
Read more

Viral Waterless Chicken Soup

This incredibly flavorful and filling soup picked up steam online, and we’re here to tell you it’s worth every spoonful. The rich flavor from gently steamed chicken, combined with the subtle sweetness and warmth from the apple and ginger, melt together into brothy goodness. Enjoy it on its own, or over rice for an even heartier meal.
Read more

Mediterranean Frittata

Having a nutritious and protein-packed breakfast is a breeze with this delicious frittata in your morning meal rotation. Savory eggs, tangy feta, and bright tomatoes make for a pick-me-up that will last you through to lunchtime. Enjoy it on slow mornings, or pack it when you’re on the go.
Read more

Birria Tacos

Birria tacos topped the charts as a food trend and became a taco truck staple after capturing the hearts and tastebuds of many. Try your hand at making these saucy, savory, rich bundles of soupy joy. Enjoy the base recipe as a hearty soup, dish them out into tacos, or enjoy them with melted cheese on top for a “queso birria” spin on this incredible newly minted classic.
Read more

Cowboy Caviar

Looking for a healthy and delicious Game Day snack? This cowboy caviar is perfect to “kickoff” your watch party with zesty and crunchy goodness. We’ve put our own twist on it that’s sure to be a “touchdown” you and your guests will enjoy.
Read more

Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Trifle

Valentine’s Day is the time for decadent desserts, and everyone deserves to join in on the deliciousness. This vegan trifle recipe has all the indulgent, yet balanced flavors you’ve been craving. The tartness from the raspberries compliments the richness of the chocolate cake, all swathed in a blanket of smooth coconut pudding®. Serve it for your sweetheart or enjoy it all your own.
Read more

Homemade Fruit Bars

Is your New Year's resolution to eat more whole foods to fuel your body? Looking to recreate you or your kids’ favorite snack, without all the processed stuff and preservatives? Try your hand at making these fruit bars from scratch. They’re sweet and snackable, but full of fiber from the dates, whole wheat flour, and real fruit filling. Pack them in your lunch as your sweet treat, as a hiking snack, or however you choose to enjoy them.
Read more

Italian “Penicillin” Soup

Fend off the winter chill with this warm and nourishing soup. It’s brimming with all the feel-good flavors and it’s sure to help kick-start your immune system and nurse you back to normalcy during this cold-and-flu season. Enjoy it with chicken, or omit the chicken and substitute with vegetable broth to make it vegan. Either way, it’s comfort in a bowl.
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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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Mont Blanc Tart

Delight your holiday guests with this festive “snow-capped” dessert. Named for the Mont Blanc mountain in Europe, this recipe is a more portable version of the traditional French treat. Enjoy with a cup of hot coffee or tea, or whatever counts as your holiday cup of cheer.
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