Organic raw Shea butter was delivered from our supplier Vermont Soap (as of May, 2023), imported from Northern Ghana. It is a great moisturizer and can be used for burns, dry and irritated skin, and wrinkle smoothing.
Shea butter is back in stock!
Bread Alone – NEW!
Now we carry Bread Alone Organic Breads! The delivery comes every Tuesday morning. The following bread freshly arrived this morning.
© Bread Alone
Now selling “upcycled” Renewal Mills baking products (bulk)
Renewal Mills products are upcycled: They are made with “okara”, the leftover soybean pulp from tofu production that would otherwise have been wasted. It reduces food waste and its environmental impacts, while allowing from delicious recipes, high in protein and fiber:
- 1-to-1 gluten-free flour: Can substitute wheat flour in any recipe (1 cup= 1 cup).
- Black Chocolate Brownie Mix: Just add vegetable oil and water to bake a delicious vegan, gluten-free cake.
Recipes and more information: https://www.renewalmill.com/
Check out some new bulk products!
We have added new products to our bulk selection over the last few months, including:
- Liquids: Balsamic vinegar, coconut oil (hidden in a bucket!)
- Refrigerated: Kalamata olives, tofu, miso
- Grains & Flours: White rice flour, arborio rice, Renewal Mills Upcycled Gluten Free 1-1 Flour Mix, Renewal Mills Upcycled Dark Chocolate Brownie Mix (just add oil and water and bake!)
- Non-food: Liquid shampoo and body wash, conditioner bars and shampoo bars (Attitude brand) – works great for my long thick hair!
And more to come! Send suggestions to drygoods@4thstreetfoodcoop.org
Zero-Waste Personal Care and Cleaning Products
We have a large selection of bulk/refillable personal care and cleaning items, along with Zero Waste reusable alternatives. Below is a list of prices from April, 2023, but our inventory may vary so please call ahead to make sure we have what you need before making a long trip to the coop. Prices may change at any time. For suggestions and questions, please write drygoods@4thstreetfoodcoop.org.
Soap bars & all-purpose soaps
| Product | Price |
| Soap Bar (Sappo Hill): Almond, Cucumber, Lavender, Oatmeal, etc) | 2.74/unit |
| Soap Bar (Vermont) | 4.15/unit |
| Liquid Castile Soap (Dr. Bronner’s) | 8.80/lb |
| Liquid Castile Soap (Vermont Soap) | 6.25/lb |
| Liquid Sunshine all-purpose soap (Vermont) | 6.09/lb |
| Pure Soap Flakes (only soap flakes, make your own recipes!) | 15.56/lb |
Dish Soap
| Product | Price |
| Liquid Dish Soap (Ecos): pear / fragrance free | 3.50/lb |
| Ecover Dishwasher tablets | $7.82/pack |
Laundry detergent
| Product | Price |
| Liquid Laundry Detergent (Ecos) | 2/lb |
| Laundry Powder bulk (Nellie’s) | 3.32/lb |
| Laundry Powder bulk (Pure Soap Flakes–1 spoon/load) | 8.19/lb |
| Fragrance Free Laundry sheets (Tru Earth) | 0.80/sheet |
Hair & Skin Care
| Product | Price |
| Shampoo Bar (Auromere) | 6.70/unit |
| Conditioner Bar (Attitude) | 13.25/unit (4oz) |
| Shampoo Bar (Attitude) | 13.25/unit (4oz) |
| Liquid Shampoo & Body Wash (Attitude) bulk | 9.49/lb |
| Shea butter bulk | 7.65/lb |
| Mineral Sunscreen (Attitude) | $17.50 |
Oral Care
| Product | Price |
| Tooth Powder (Uncle Harry) bulk | 22/lb |
| Ecozied Floss (vegan and biodegradable) | $5 |
| Uncle Harry Tongue cleaner | $5 |
Menstrual Products
| Product | Price |
| Gladrags reusable cotton pads (assorted sizes) | $7.42-$9.40 |
| Lunette menstrual cups (size 1 & 2) | $23.50 |
Reusable Containers / Utensils
| Product | Price |
| Glass jars (assorted sizes and shapes) | $1.15-$6.50 |
| Glass spray bottle 16oz | $11.41 |
| Bamboo Utensil set (To Go Ware) | $9-$12 |
| Stainless steel tea infuser (various sizes) | |
| Soap dish hardwood | $2.40 |
Reusable cleaning products/tools
| Product | Price |
| Bamboo dish brush | $5.71 |
| All purpose scrub brush | $7.63 |
| Coconut sponges/scour pads | $4.08 |
| Walnut scour pads | $3.67 |
| Cleaning cloths | $4.08-$6.78 |
Reusable Bags
| Product | Price |
| Compostable tote bags | $1.95 |
| Reusable shopping bags (Chicobags) | $8.45-$9.10 |
| Reusable organic cotton produce bags | $2.39-$3.17 |
| Full Circle reusable produce bags | $1.65-$1.90 |
Teas, Coffee & Spices
Below is our selection of teas, coffee, spices, and herbs, with updated prices (in April, 2023). Most of these products are supplied by Mountain Rose Herbs (based in Oregon). Our inventory may vary, so please call ahead to make sure we have what you need before making a long trip to the coop. For suggestions and questions, please write drygoods@4thstreetfoodcoop.org.
Teas
| Name | Price per Pound |
| Assam Tea | 37 |
| Berry Bramble Tea | 38 |
| Blossoms of Health Tea | 31 |
| Chai Tea, Original | 37 |
| Darjeeling Tea | 46.25 |
| Earl Grey Tea | 40 |
| English Breakfast Tea | 40 |
| Evening Repose Tea | 35.25 |
| Herbal Coffee Blend | 31 |
| Hibiscus High Tea | 29 |
| Honeybush Tea | 21 |
| Kukicha Twig Tea | 23 |
| Moon Ease Tea | 32.5 |
| Oolong Tea | 31 |
| Peace Tea | 38 |
| Rooibos Tea, Green | 22.75 |
| Rooibos Tea, Red | 22.75 |
| Sencha Leaf Tea, Green | 46.5 |
| Vanilla Black Tea | 40 |
| Vita Blend Tea | 24.25 |
| Yerba Mate | 18 |
Coffee
| Name | Price Per Pound |
| Blonde Blend Coffee (Light Roast) | 12.37 |
| Espresso Blend Coffee | 10.88 |
| Mexican Coffee (Medium Roast) | 12.37 |
| Nicaraguan Coffee (Dark Roast) | 10.43 |
| Peruvian Coffee (Medium Roast) | 12.37 |
Spices & Herbs
| Name | Price per Pound |
| Allspice powder | 18.25 |
| Anise (Star) Pods | 52 |
| Ashwagandha Root | 24 |
| Astragalus Root Slices | 19 |
| Barley Grass Powder | 37.5 |
| Basil Leaf, Dried | 17 |
| Basil, Holy Basil (Krishna) | 13 |
| Bay Leaf | 55 |
| Bee Pollen | 61.5 |
| Burdock Root | 32.5 |
| Calendula Flowers | 25.5 |
| Caraway Seed | 11.25 |
| Cardomom Pods | 41 |
| Cardomom Powder | 61.25 |
| Carob Powder (Raw) | 17.5 |
| Cayenne Powder | 21 |
| Chamomile Flowers | 33.75 |
| Chili Flakes | 16.25 |
| Chicory Root | 17.5 |
| Chipotle Powder | 32 |
| Chlorella Powder (Japanese) | 50 |
| Cinnamon Sticks | 30.25 |
| Cinnamon (Cassia) Powder | 21 |
| Cinnamon, (Sweet) Powder | 38.75 |
| Clove Powder | 38 |
| Cloves | 36 |
| Comfrey Leaf | 17.5 |
| Coriander Powder | 22 |
| Coriander Seed | 19.75 |
| Cumin Powder | 24.25 |
| Cumin Seed | 21 |
| Curry Blend Powder | 18 |
| Dandelion Root | 46 |
| Dill Weed | 38 |
| Dong Quai Root | 55.75 |
| Echinacea Angustifolia Root | 47 |
| Elder Berries | 38 |
| Fennel Seed | 15.75 |
| Fenugreek Seed | 10 |
| Garam Masala Blend | 34 |
| Garlic Granules | 28 |
| Ginger Root Powder | 27 |
| Herbs de Provence Blend | 27 |
| Hibiscus Flowers | 20 |
| Irish Moss | 77 |
| Lavender Flowers | 43.5 |
| Lemon Balm | 41.5 |
| Lemongrass | 13 |
| Licorice Root | 26 |
| Maca Root Powder | 16.5 |
| Marjoram | 18.5 |
| Mediterranean Seasoning Blend | 20.5 |
| Milk Thistle Seed | 24 |
| Moringa Leaf | 17.5 |
| Mullein Leaf | 17.5 |
| Mustard Seed | 9 |
| Nettle Leaf | 25.5 |
| Nutmeg Powder | 33.5 |
| Oatstraw | 21.25 |
| Onion Granules | 16.5 |
| Oregano, Dried | 21.25 |
| Paprika Powder | 16 |
| Parsley Leaf, Dried | 24 |
| Pau d’Arco Bark | 12 |
| Pepper, Black | 31.75 |
| Peppercorns, Black | 29.5 |
| Peppermint Leaf | 28 |
| Pink Rose Buds | 70 |
| Poppy Seeds | 22.25 |
| Psyllium Husk | 21.5 |
| Raspberry Leaf | 17 |
| Reishi Mushroom | 40 |
| Rosehips | 16.5 |
| Rosemary Leaf, Dried | 15.75 |
| Sage Leaf | 23 |
| Schisandra Berries | 70 |
| Skullcap | 55.75 |
| Sea Salt, smoked | 21 |
| Slippery Elm Bark | 61.75 |
| Soap Nuts | 12 |
| Spearmint Leaf | 25 |
| Spirulina Powder | 25.75 |
| St. John’s Wort | 14 |
| Stevia Leaf | 17.25 |
| Tarragon Leaf | 52.25 |
| Thyme Leaf, Dried | 30 |
| Turmeric Root Powder | 16.75 |
| Wheatgrass Powder | 30 |
| Witch Hazel Bark | 27 |
| Yarrow Leaf & Flower | 14.75 |
| Yellow Dock Root | 19.5 |
Bulk Kalamata Olives are back!
You asked for them! And now bulk kalamata olives are back in stock.
Hip Pop
We’ve got the following Hip Pop popcorn flavors in stock:
* Vegan caramel corn
* Onion dill
* Paprika smoked sea salt
It’s veganly organic, started in the hood of Williamsburg. Hip Pop is made 100% from coop ingredients and popped in coconut oil.
A Fun Way to Use Plantains
I was so excited to see plantains at the co-op a couple of weeks ago because I finally got the chance to try out this recipe from The Kitchenista Diaries for plantains stuffed with black beans and cheese.
One of my favorite things about shopping at the co-op is the high quality seasonal produce. These plantains were grown in Mexico and sold through Organics Unlimited, an organization known for its strong commitment to social responsibility. Their Giving Resources and Opportunities to Workers (GROW) program helps provide clean drinking water and educational, dental and vision services for farm workers and their communities.
Continue reading “A Fun Way to Use Plantains”Seasonal treasures from both near and far
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