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Welcome to our blog, where community and quality meet! Explore our best recipes, stay up to date on the latest grocery store happenings, peruse annual reports, and more. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast or just love the local grocery store experience, our blog is your go-to source for all things fresh and flavorful. Follow along with us as we share the heart and soul of our grocery store community.

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Soy-Glazed Salmon Bowl

Finding yourself in a dinner rut? Try out this delicious Soy-Glazed Salmon Bowl recipe packed with veggies and a delicious savory sauce!

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!

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!

Air Fryer Karaage

Frying chicken the traditional way can get a bit messy, and can require some serious equipment. If you have a handy-dandy air fryer at home, you can try your hand at “frying” up some karaage. This savory chicken dish hails from Japan and is bursting with mouth-watering flavor and a crunchy exterior. Enjoy it as you would popcorn chicken, but don’t forget the Kewpie Mayo® on the side.

Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls are a bakery classic and the favorite treat of many. While they do take a little more elbow grease, these gooey and deliciously comforting delights are worth the time and effort it takes to make them. Unlock a new skill and craft these sweet and cozy cinnamon confections in your own kitchen.

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.

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!

Herbed Goat Cheese Bites

Looking for a savory appetizer when you're entertaining, or looking to spice up your snacking? Try this Herbed Goat Cheese Bites recipe.

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Try your hand at making an Irish favorite this St. Patrick's Day with our scrumptious Sticky Toffee Pudding recipe.

Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

This New Year, master a classic recipe and make the ultimate chocolate chip cookie.

Hot & Spicy Tofu

Spice up a weeknight dinner with this quick and easy tofu and vegetable recipe.

Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuit Crust

The holidays can be hectic, but an easy and delicious dinner can be a lifesaver between all festivities and errands. This chicken pot pie recipe is rich and flavorful, with the time-saving grace of delicious and fluffy canned biscuits on top, instead of a double crust. Full of nutritious vegetables, chicken, all in a delicious and savory filling, it’s an easy favorite for everyone to enjoy. 

Christmas Wreath Cookies

These festive cookies are perfect for any Christmas celebration, holiday cookie exchange, or just for fun! These delightful meringues are shaped like evergreen wreaths, with a chewy inside and caramel-y toasted coconut flavor. You’re sure to have plenty of folks asking you to make them again for the next holiday season.

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake (GF) Recipe

Switch up your Thanksgiving dessert with this fluffy, gluten-free No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe, featuring all the cozy fall flavors!

Southern Skillet Cornbread (GF) Recipe

Enjoy this gluten-free, southern-style cornbread recipe—perfectly paired with chili, stew, or your favorite soup this season.

Devil’s Food Cake

This cake is devilishly delicious and chock-full of rich, smooth, chocolaty flavor. It’s everything you’d want from a chocolate cake, complete with a creamy chocolate fudge icing. Its full-flavored charm and balanced sweetness make for a scrumptious Halloween treat, just in time for a costume party or a scary movie marathon.

The Ultimate Seasonal Grain Bowl Formula

Meal planning can be daunting. With thousands and recipes at our fingertips, figuring out what to cook can be overwhelming. Sometimes the answer to our indecision is the simplest option: let the seasons decide for you. Let your local farmers decide for you. Let your local grocer decide for you.

Sharon’s Apple Pie 

As we approach Thanksgiving, a time for family, gratitude, and delicious food, we’d like to share a recipe that embodies all of these elements. This apple pie recipe was passed down in the family of Sharon Barber, a beloved member of our community who sadly passed away. In her honor, we are sharing this cherished recipe so that others can enjoy a taste of her family’s tradition during this season of giving thanks.