August is special!

Hi Wheatsville friends and fans,

I hope you're having a good first week of August! We've all been enjoying the stone fruits (nectarines, peaches, cherries, oh my!) and hope you have too. We have some great specials for you this month, come by and check 'em out!

 

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The Co-op Advantage!

Cheese Island

Abita SOS, A Charitable Pilsner

Frozen Delights

Help reduce trash and cost in bulk buying!

New Dishes and Specials from your Wheatsville Deli!

Summer Sales Are Super!

Meaty news

 

The Co-op Advantage!

All month long we've got great deals on items you love, including delicious Back to Nature Crackers: 2 for $5, reg. $2.99! These crispy crackers will remind you of classic favorites but with more natural ingredients. Two new styles are Saltines and Crispy Cheddar (which may or may not look just like Cheez-Its), and they are very tasty. Wheatsville long-time favorites include Crispy Wheats,Organic Sto neground Wheat, Poppy Thyme Snack Crackers, Sesame Tarragon Snack Crackers and Harvest Whole Wheats. Try some today, they're on sale through the end of August!

 

Cheese Island

We have a few sales going on for this Month. We have our fresh Mozzarella on sale for $7.59/lb and our Manchego is on sale for $13.69/lb.

Our New products include Joan Of Arc Camembert , a traditional style Ricotta made with whole milk, and next week we will be introducing Saint Andre Triple Cream Brie in 6oz rounds!!

Now that P/2 Pesto is retired, the deli is making pesto using P/2's recipe. They are located in the deli self serve case and would go great with some fresh mozzarella.

 

Abita SOS, A Charitable Pilsner !

Working with the Louisiana Seafood Promotion & Marketing Board (LSPMB), Abita Beer announced that it has established 'SOS – A Charitable Fund' that will assist with the rescue and restoration of the environment, industry and individuals fighting to survive this disastrous oil spill.

The centerpiece of the fundraising effort is a new charitable beer created by Abita. The brew, called SOS – A Charitable Pilsner, will generate 75¢ for every bottle sold. This unfiltered Weizen Pils is made with Pilsner and Wheat malts. It is hopped and dry hopped with Sterling and German Perle hops. It has a brilliant gold color, a sweet malt flavor, and a pleasant bitterness and aroma.

Frozen Delights

New 6 Pack Blue Bell Strawberry Fruit Bars are appealing to health conscious consumers. Each fruit bar is loaded with these benefits: 100% all natural ingredients, 45% real strawberries, 50% of your daily recommended allowance of Vitamin C, 0% fat, and only 70 calories per bar. They are only $2.99 a box and located in the frozen section next to all the other desserts.

 

Help reduce trash and cost in bulk buying!

Please help us here at Wheatsville to reduce waste and make bulk buying more convenient by rolling with our new zip-lock and Sharpie marker system!  We are providing you with more durable self closing bags to promote the reusing them for your bulk items.  We believe it makes bulk buying a little more simple….just scoop, zip and write the PLU for each selection! No more hassle of twist ties and stickers. As always, we encourage you to use your own containers, and tape is available for labeling your tare weights and PLUs.  Thanks for doing your part to make the world a little greener!!

New Dishes and Specials from your Wheatsville Deli!

August is here and we have delicious new dishes for you to try! Our featured Fresh in the Deli recipes are so tasty! From the wonderful folks at Briar Patch Community Market in beautiful Grass Valley, California, we have Quinoa Polenta Corn Cakes with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce! Combining quinoa, polenta, roasted corn and red peppers, these little cakes are chockfull of goodness, are gluten-free, and go for just $1.99 each with a side of smoky red sauce! You need to try these!

From the Wild Oats Cooperative in Williamstown, Massachusetts comes the colorful Balsamic Summer Potato Salad at $5.99/lb! This picnic-perfect side tosses sliced Yukon Gold potatoes with balsamic vinegar, caramelized onions, sundried tomatoes and fresh basil! It's vegan-friendly and the lack of mayo is great for toting some along on a hot day with no fear!

Beat the heat with our Strawberry Daiquiri Smoothie, for just $3.99 each, as this month's special blends strawberries and lime juice for a creamy, cold treat! Or, if you're in need of a caffeinated wake-up call, Wheatsville's home-brewed Iced Coffee Toddy will fit the bill nicely, $1.99 each. August's salsa of the month, the brown sugar and ginger-spiked Roasted Pineapple Salsa, $7.99/lb, not only tastes great over a black bean taco, but works as a delicious chutney for fish and pork entrees – think Hawaiian! Speaking of ginger, have you tried our brand new super-fantastic Gingerade?! Made with fresh ginger and a blend of three juices, this spicy cold beverage will bring you back for more, just $1.69 each.

And Sunday Brunch hot bar has been a blast, so look for that again this Sunday!

Looking for a deal? August Owner Specials are also ready for you in the Deli! Blueberry or Raspberry Smoothies are on sale, $4.49, reg $4.99! Also, you can get an Applegate Farms Roasted Chicken sandwich for just $5.99, reg. $6.99! And our best-selling Ginger Tempeh Pasta Salad is also on sale for $7.99/lb, reg. $8.49/lb!

Also on sale at the Deli Counter are tasty cold cuts: Boar's Head Oven Roasted Chicken at $8.99/lb, reg. $9.49 and Provolone Cheese, $4.99/lb, reg. $5.99!

Come on in and find something you love!

 

SUMMER SALES ARE SUPER!

We have rockin' sales on some favorite products through the end of August, so come by the Health Team desk, say hello, and save some dough, while taking good care of yourself this summer.

We have some new housewares items, and wallets made from recycled materials to keep http://kurbantrash.com/ you looking cool this semester.

 

Wheatsville Calcium Magnesium Citrates- Regularly $8.99-$18.39, Sale price- 100 count $ 7.19, 250 count $14.69. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body. Of the two to three pounds of calcium contained in the average body, 99% is located in the bones and teeth. Calcium is needed to form bones and teeth and is also required for blood clotting, transmission of signals in nerve cells, and muscle contraction.

Wheatsville Orange Chewable C-500 mg- Regularly $ 7.19-12.99, Sale price- 90 count $ 7.19, 180 count $ 12.99- is an essential nutrient for humans that helps protect the body against oxidative stress.

Solgar B-12 Liquid- Regularly $10.99, Sale price- $ 8.79- Easy to use formula for people who don't like pills, or tablets.  Use for maintenance of a healthy nervous system.

Peace of Cake Molds- Regularly $ 18.99, Sale price $ 14.99-

http://www.worldwidefred.com/peaceofcake.htm

Early Bird Alarm Clock- $ 19.99- wakes you with a gentle chirp and a woodsy glow.  Snooze button included!-

http://www.worldwidefred.com/earlybird.htm

 

We have new selection of organic prairie sliced lunchmeats. Being certified Organic and Certified humane treatment is a great way to start of the new school year, & guilt free too! We have smoked chicken breast $6.99 6oz pack, Roast beef $7.69 6oz, Roasted turkey  $7.59 6oz, Smoked turkey $6.99 6oz pack, Smoked Ham $6.99 oz. Organic Prairie is great line of products that also use 50% less packaging material than most zip seal packages. Organic Prairie products are a cooperative group of farmers with a belief sustainability and humane treatment.  Also look for $1 off coupons for Organic Prairie products.

Did you know Wheatsville has its own line own fresh sausages? Post renovation we saw the opportunity to make traditional fresh made sausages in the meat market. The best thing is we're using Niman Ranch meats, which are naturally raised, sustainable and third-party certified animal welfare standards. We make 6 varieties currently: Sweet Italian, Hot Italian, Chorizo, pork breakfast, turkey breakfast, and Chicken lime and cilantro sausage. These are recipes I've been making and refining for years. Most commercial sausages are made with more fat, almost 60%. Our sausages are leaner and made with whole ingredients, no additives or cures. You can pick these up at the meat counter or prepackage in the meat case.  You can also find the sausages making their way into the deli. Thanks to the bakery and kitchen we now have 2 great items made with our sausage for eating pleasure: Feta and sausage hand pies $2.99 each and now on our "brunch" hot bar we'll be selling the pork breakfast sausage to have with your biscuits and gravy or French toast. I personally recommend both of them; the hand pies are great anytime of the day.

Specials for the month!

Natural sea Cod filets and sticks $4.69 8oz, regular $6.59

Niman Ranch All natural Pork tenderloins $13.99/lb in 2 piece cry-o-vac, regular price $14.49/lb

Buddy's Natural chicken bone is split breast $5.29/lb, regular $5.49/lb (customer requested)

 

Thanks for supporting and participating in your Co-op!

Have a great week!

Dan Gillotte

Wheatsville GM & Email Guy

Cooperation among co-ops and summertime fun!

Hello Wheatsville friends and fans!

 

I hope summer is treating you well. Thanks to all 2,500 of you used your Owner Appreciation Day discount benefit and made it one of our best weeks ever! I hope your pantries are nice and stocked! The next one is in October.

 

Cooperation among cooperatives

I am delighted to announce that due to the incredible support of our owners, the amazing work of our staff and the hugely successful first year in our newly renovated store, we have been able to make an investment challenge to help Black Star Co-op meet their fundraising goals and open the world's first cooperatively owned brew pub!

Black Star has approximately $180,000 left in their fundraising goal. When their owners raise $130,000 more, Wheatsville will kick in the last $50,000 so that they can open!

I'm very pleased that we are in a financial position to be able to demonstrate in a very concrete way our support and belief in a robust cooperative economy and the sixth co-op principle of cooperation among co-ops. If you're interested in cooperative business or beer or awesome new local enterprises, maybe YOU would consider investing, too? Learn more: http://www.blackstar.coop/co-operate/invest/

(If you do invest, tell 'em Wheatsville sent ya!)

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Eatin' in season with the produce team!

Cheesy Goodness!

Cup of Joe- Ruta Maya coffee tastings this weekend!

Sunday brunch at Wheatsville?!?! Woo hoo!!!

New beef cuts in the Meat department

New wild-harvested Incense!

 

 

Cherries!

As the summer moves along, we start seeing more of our good friend the cherry. Right now we have delicious organic bing and rainier varieties of cherries. They have been very sweet and juicy, so come in and get some!

 

Floral Sale

We continue to run a special on our flowers. Large bouquets are on sale for $13.99 and small for $8.49. Our flowers are grown using sustainable practices and aren't sprayed with any pesticides or other chemicals or fragrances. These are a perfect way to spruce up your living area, or bedroom during these nice summer days.

 

Peaches

If you haven't eaten a Texas peach this season, you are missing out. This has been the best season for local stonefruit in about six years. Come in and get some of these juicy delights.

 

Eat in Season

Summer is the best time of year for our growers and we have some great local seasonal produce right now. We've got several varieties of squash (yellow, zucchini, and sunburst) from Martinez Farms in Pleasanton and Texas Naturals in Buda. Also, we've got okra coming in and cucumbers, tomatoes and cherry tomatoes from Tecolote Farms in Elgin.

 

Cheese Island has some good sales going on this month. Our Romanian sheep Feta on Sale for $6.29/lb, regularly $7.99/lb and our Domestic Cow Feta on Sale for $4.59/lb. Nancy's Cream Cheese 8 oz. on Sale for $1.69 ea. regulary  $2.39 ea. Organic Valley Bleu Cheese Crumbles 4 oz. on Sale for $3.49, regularly $4.29. Organic Valley Shredded Parmasean on sale for $3.49, regularly $4.29. Organic Valley Cream Cheese Tub on Sale for $2.29, regularly $2.99.

 

If you have not tried the new Chevre spread from Pure Luck, do not worry. I have plenty in stock. June's Joy is their newest creation. It is a spread made with Local Goodflow Honey, fresh thyme and black pepper. The honey compliments the tanginess of their award winning chevre, and the hint of thyme and black pepper come through in the finish. I have used it to stuff a pork tenderloin, and also have enjoyed it with fresh figs and a chilled Sauvignon Blanc.

 

Cup-a-Joe in the Bulk Department!

Look out coffee lovers…this weekend Ruta Maya Coffee Company will be sampling their amazing Dark Roast, Espresso Roast and Espresso Decaf Roast coffees in the bulk section from 9am until 5pm both Saturday and Sunday.  Come on out-grab a cup-a-joe and meet one of the local roasters Wheatsville is proud to offer in our bulk coffee selections!!

 

Chicken Quesadillas, Sausage Pies and Sunday Brunch!

 

Summertime is the right time to try some new dishes! Our brand new, simply delectable Grilled Chicken Quesadillas, generously stuffed with Cilantro-Lime-marinated, grilled Buddy's local, all-natural white meat chicken, baby spinach and Monterey Jack cheese, on Margarita's local organic flour tortillas (some white, some wheat)! We heat them just enough to melt the cheese and cut them into quarters, so they can be easily reheated or eaten cold. They're perfect with our spicy pico salsa!

And this week we're taking a stab at Sunday Brunch on the hot bar! Blueberry Baked French Toast, Biscuits & Gravy and a tasty Tofu Scramble will be just some of the items available that day, so come on in and get your day started right!

One of our bakery's newest treats uses the Featured Cheese for July, slightly salty, brined Feta. The savory Italian Sausage & Feta Pie is a whole lunch that fits in your hand! Sold out of our full serve case for just $2.99 each, these rustic treats wrap our in-house all natural, certified humane beef and pork Italian sausage with veggies and tangy feta cheese in a homemade, tender pie crust. Yum!

Our salsa of the month for July is the A-maize-ing Black Bean and Corn Salsa!

A spicy blend of organic black beans, corn, tomatoes, garlic, jalapenos and cilantro, this hearty salsa is ideal for endless chip dipping!

July's smoothie of the month is Orange Dream, a creamsicle-like concoction of orange juice and vanilla, blended only with frozen bananas and soymilk, and never with ice! This thick and creamy dream of a smoothie will satisfy your sweet tooth as well as soothe your hot and sweaty self! Try one for just $4.99!

Looking for a deal? July Owners Specials are also ready for you in the Deli! Yerba Mate is only 99 cents a cup, down from $1.69! Wow!! Also, you can get a Southern Fried Tofu sandwich for just $3.99, reg. $4.99! And our best-selling traditional mild Casera Salsa is also on sale for $3.99/lb, reg. $4.99/lb!

Also on sale at the Deli Counter are tasty cold cuts: Boar's Head Beef Pastrami at $9.49/lb, reg. $9.99 and Pepperjack Cheese, $5.99/lb, reg. $7.19!

And don't forget we're also here to help you with your Catering needs! From a vegan birthday cake to an all out Mediterranean feast, we have platters and salads to fit every occasion. Check out our website at http://wheatsville.coop/catering.html to get some ideas, or call the Deli to place your order: 512-478-1164!

 

Meet Wheatsville's meat!

We have some great new cuts, made for the grill, hitting the meat cases this summer. Niman ranch beef flat iron steaks are cut from the shoulder. This area is typically reserved for roasts, stew meat and ground chuck. Our experience allows us to further merchandise and remove this beauty of a cut for you. It's also known as the "Bar Steak". It's an inexpensive cut ($6.49/lb) that really delivers great beefy flavor and because of is great marbling it's very juicy. It's versatile too. Just add whatever seasonings or marinade you like, grill and serve on tacos or cold on salads. Better yet slice it and eat it as is.

Our friendly folks at Windy Bar Ranch are sending us fresh fajitas and flank steaks. These steaks once considered a throw away cuts are now highly sought after. Like most foods we love, the skirt steak has humble beginnings enjoyed by the poor farmhand. The history of the fajitas is interesting. Check out this old story from our friends at the Austin Chronicle.

http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Issue/story?oid=oid:261130

We have Windy Bar skirt steaks for $8.99/lb and seasoned for $9.99/lb.

Flank steaks are even more obscure. Each cow only yielding 2 pieces, the cut is 10-12 inches long 6 inches across and no more than 1 inch - 1 ¼ inch thick. These work great as a substitute for skirt steak, but they're leaner and tend to not have the same great flavor the skirt steak. My favorite way to make flank steak is to stuff it. Start with the the steak flat on a cutting surface and with the sharpest knife you start cutting open the steak like a book. Depending on the thickness you should have about ½ inch on each side. Stop cutting just before the opposite edge. You now have a perfect vehicle for the grill. You can stuff it with anything you like. Sautéed veggies and goat cheese is my favorite but try different things. Once you have a even layer of stuffing over the entire steak start rolling. You can tie the steak or use water soaked tooth picks to hold it in place. Then just grill, it's a thin cut so is doesn't take too long. When done slice it into medallions, which should look awesome with the stuffing.

This video might help, couldn't hear the audio hope it's nothing crazy…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTYcw9U6KPs

Wheatsville gets these Windy Bar Flank steaks ($8.99/lb) in a limited supply. So call ahead and we'd be happy to save you one, if we can.

If skirt steaks and flank steaks are to your liking, ask us about the "Hanger" steak next time you're in the store. It's another interesting story.

 

Keep your eyes open for these specials this month:

Applegate Farms Great organic hotdogs $7.49 16oz package, regular priced $7.99

Applegate Organic turkey dogs $6.49 16oz regular $6.99

Organic Prairie IQF Breast portions $19.49 2 pound bag, regular $21.99.

Niman Ranch St. Louis Ribs special price of $8.99 lb, pre-cooked and gluten free

Speaking of gluten-free…did you know all Niman ranch pre-packed meat are gluten free. This includes the sausages, fearless franks, salamis, and pulled pork.  Check out the Niman ranch faq sheet http://nimanranch.com/faq.aspx

 

GEE, YOU SMELL TERRIFIC!

 

The Wheatsville Health Team is happy to tell everyone that we are now carrying Juniper Ridge incense. These are simply amazing!  Stop by and give these Sticks, and Smudges a try.

"For those of you who don't like incense because you associate it with patchouli parties and chanting Krishnas but find the smell of sitting around a campfire enjoyable and relaxing, these incenses are for you! These are the only incenses anywhere made with 100% wild-harvested leaves, wood and resins from the mountains of the West―no perfumey stuff, no added scents, no fake anything."http://www.juniperridge.com/sumbc_incense.htm 

Incense Sticks (40 per box) - $ 6.99

Wildcrafted Smudges - $ 5.99

 

I hope that you have a most excellent week!

 

Dan Gillotte

Wheatsville GM and e-mail guy

 

 

 

 

Owner Appreciatin' and summer fun!

Hello Wheatsville!

We are really enjoying Owner Appreciation Days this week and I hope you are, too! We've seen over 1,000 of you take advantage of your one-time 10% discount already! If you haven't been in yet, you have until July 18^th to stock up and get your discount. What other grocery gives you 10% off an entire purchase?!? Yay for one of the benefits of Wheatsville ownership!

 

We're also really excited because 30 people joined as new invested owners last week! This is really remarkable and exciting. If you have friends that aren't owners, YOU can help us reach our goal of 35 new invested owners this week by bringing them on in to join!

 

Many of you have already voted for us in the Austin Chronicle Best of Austin ballots, so thanks! But if you haven't done it yet, put down your popcorn tofu and do it! Voting closes on July 19^th! We'd be delighted to win Best Neighborhood Grocery again and perhaps Best Treats? Just click here, it's easy as pie!http://www.austinchronicle.com/feedback/bestof/10/

 

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Cheese for your grill, no, really!

Savor smoothie season!

Tofurky Pizza!

Eat a peach!

Super safe fun in the sun and water!

Run for the board, last chance for orientation!

 

A message in a bottle from Cheese Island

 

We have Halloumi cheese. What is Halloumi cheese? Halloumi is a traditional Cypriot cheese. It is traditionally made with goats and sheep's milk, although, Halloumi made with cow's milk can be bought. It has a high melting point and can be easily grilled or fried. That is right, a grillable cheese. Halloumi can be grilled along with vegetables or served alongside slices of watermelon. We will be running Halloumi on special through the weekend. It will be on Sale for $13.49/lb and will regularly $15.89/lb

 

Also, we have sales some good sale going on this month. Our Romanian sheep Feta on Sale for $6.29/lb, regularly $7.99/lb and our Domestic Cow Feta on Sale for$4.59/lb. Nancy's Cream Cheese 8 oz. on Sale for $1.69 ea. regulary  $2.39 ea. Organic Valley Bleu Cheese Crumbles 4 oz. on Sale for $3.49, regularly $4.29.Organic Valley Shredded Parmasean on sale for $3.49, regularly $4.29. Organic Valley Cream Cheese Tub on Sale for $2.29, regularly $2.99.

 

Savor Summertime with Tasty Treats from your Wheatsville Deli!

We are offering Daiya vegan cheese in our deli!! We are excited to be able to offer this option on Frito pies, tacos and Beans & Rice.  This cheese is delicious and melty. This is the link to their website : http://www.daiyafoods.com/company/index.html

We also sell it in our Cheese Department and one of our newest items in the Freezer section is Tofurky Pizza (more about that later), featuring Daiya Cheese.  So, come check out all the excitement about the newest vegan cheese.

 

One of our bakery's newest treats uses the Featured Cheese for July, slightly salty, brined Feta. The savory Italian Sausage & Feta Pie is a whole lunch that fits in your hand! Sold out of our full serve case for just $2.99 each, these rustic treats wrap our in-house all natural, certified humane beef and pork Italian sausage with veggies and tangy feta cheese in a homemade, tender pie crust. Yum!

July's smoothie of the month is Orange Dream, a creamsicle-like concoction of orange juice and vanilla, blended only with frozen bananas and soymilk, and never with ice! This thick and creamy dream of a smoothie will satisfy your sweet tooth as well as soothe your hot and sweaty self! Try one for just $4.99! We can't promise that a cool smoothie from the deli will make YOU a cool smoothie, but we can guarantee that it will hit the spot and chill you out! Bring a friend and share the refreshing delight!

Looking for a deal? July Owners Specials are also ready for you in the Deli! Yerba Mate is only 99 cents a cup, down from $1.69! Wow!! Also, you can get a Southern Fried Tofu sandwich for just $3.99, reg. $4.99! And our best-selling traditional mild Casera Salsa is also on sale for $3.99/lb, reg. $4.99/lb!

Also on sale at the Deli Counter are tasty cold cuts: Boar's Head Beef Pastrami at $9.49/lb, reg. $9.99 and Pepperjack Cheese, $5.99/lb, reg. $7.19!

Come on in and find something you love!

Tofurky Pizza?!?!

Awww yeahhhh! The vegans of Austin are SUPER excited about this delicious new frozen pizza and so are we! Two flavors, Plain and Pepperoni all vegan and all yummy! It makes it worth heating up your kitchen some! http://tofurky.com/tofurkyproducts/pizza.html

 

Peachy!

I hope that you have been taking advantage of the awesomeness of the Texas Peach bounty this year. They're so good, even John Aielli of KUT is praising them! The nectarines have also been out of this world! Summer may last forever in Texas, but the deliciousness of summer fruit is more fleeting, so please enjoy it while you can!

Cool Out, Babies!

New Item! All Terrain Spray Sunscreen SPF 30 3 oz.- AquaSport or KidSport

This new spray sunscreen comes in a non-aerosol pump  for easy grease-less application. Both the Aquasport and KidSport are actually water-proof and sweat-proof (we tested it!) BONUS: All of the All Terrain sunscreens have been given a great rating from the Environmental Working Group! http://www.ewg.org/2010sunscreen/best-beach-sport-sunscreens/

New Housewares to stay cool, on a stick!

Cool Beans Coffee Ice Cube Maker!-stop watering down your icy caffeine fix with all that water! This easy to use coffee ice cube maker will keep you cool AND caffeinated!

http://www.worldwidefred.com/coolbeans.htm

Ice Kabobs- it's a kabob, made of ice! http://www.worldwidefred.com/icekabobs.htm

Frozen Ice Pop Makers-make your own popsicles with fresh fruit and juice. Experiment! Try adding a little salt or Tabasco to your pops! We also have the replacement popsicle sticks to last you all summer.

http://www.norpro.com/store/products/frozen-ice-pop-maker

Silicone Ice Pop Makers-set of 4 reusable, easy to clean "push-up" pop makers in fun bright colors!

http://www.norpro.com/store/products/silicone-ice-pop-makers-set-of-4

Last chance for a Board Candidate orientation!

Still curious about what it means to be a Wheatsville Board Member? Last chance to attend an Information/Orientation Session will be THIS SATURDAY (17th) at 1:00 p.m. at the Administrative Building just north of the store. Come do your shopping during Owner Appreciation days, and learn about board service while you're here! RSVP tonominations@wheatsville.coop

I hope you have a great week and we REALLY REALLY do appreciate you immensely! We wouldn't be here without you!

Dan Gillotte

Wheatsville GM and e-mail guy

 

 

Sample Day Correction!

Whoops! Well, this proved we're human, I guess! I made a mistake in my last post that was caught by eagle-eyed reader Claudie!

Sampling will happen:

Sunday we'll sample from 2-6pm
Monday we'll sample from 4-8pm.

Hope to see you there!

Dan

Appreciating you this weekend and so much more!

Hello Wheatsville friends and fans!

 

I hope you can make it in this weekend for our Owner Appreciation Days! All Owners get a one-time 10% discount to use any day between July 10-18^th no coupons needed! So, come on in this weekend or week and get stocked up! Do you know a friend who is on the fence about joining? They can join now, too and get the discount right away!

 

To entice you to not procrastinate on using your discount until the last minute, we wish to lure you in on Sunday or Monday with some extra special Sample Appreciation! From 2-6 on Sunday and from 4-8 on Sunday, enjoy copious sampling throughout the entire store. There are more details in the body of this missive, so read on! We REALLY do appreciate you and these discount days are just a token of our esteem for you!

 

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Savor the Summer in the deli

World Cup news: Cheese Island Wins!

Grillin' puts a smile on your grill!

Beer Beer Beer

Healthy Summer Fun (plus a free iPhone app of interest)

News from Bulk

Run for the board

 

 

Savor Summertime with Tasty Treats from your Wheatsville Deli!

 

July is here and we have delicious new dishes for you to try! Our featured Fresh in the Deli recipes are so tasty! From Community Mercantile in Lawrence, Kansas we have Cherry Tomatoes with Sweet Corn and Tarragon at $6.99/lb, a simple and refreshing summertime side! We mix together tomatoes, sweet corn hand-cut off the cob and fresh tarragon and then toss it all with garlic and olive oil. This colorful and seasonal veggie salad is perfect served as a side dish with grilled meats.

 

And from our friends at New Pioneer Co-op in Coralville, Iowa, we have the gorgeous Radicchio Chicken Salad at $13.99/lb, already a staff favorite! Local, all-natural Buddy's chicken breasts are marinated, oven-roasted, sliced thin and combined with fresh radicchio, pecans and dried cranberries, then dressed in a light and zesty sherry vinaigrette. With such great flavors, you'll never miss the mayo!

 

One of our bakery's newest treats uses the Featured Cheese for July, slightly salty, brined Feta. The savory Italian Sausage & Feta Pie is a whole lunch that fits in your hand! Sold out of our full serve case for just $2.99 each, these rustic treats wrap our in-house all natural, certified humane beef and pork Italian sausage with veggies and tangy feta cheese in a homemade, tender pie crust. Yum!

 

Our salsa of the month for July is the A-maize-ing Black Bean and Corn Salsa! A spicy blend of organic black beans, corn, tomatoes, garlic, jalapenos and cilantro, this hearty salsa is ideal for endless chip dipping!

 

July's smoothie of the month is Orange Dream, a creamsicle-like concoction of orange juice and vanilla, blended only with frozen bananas and soymilk, and never with ice! This thick and creamy dream of a smoothie will satisfy your sweet tooth as well as soothe your hot and sweaty self! Try one for just $4.99!

 

Looking for a deal? July Owners Specials are also ready for you in the Deli! Yerba Mate is only 99 cents a cup, down from $1.69! Wow!! Also, you can get a Southern Fried Tofu sandwich for just $3.99, reg. $4.99! And our best-selling traditional mild Casera Salsa is also on sale for $3.99/lb, reg. $4.99/lb!

 

Also on sale at the Deli Counter are tasty cold cuts: Boar's Head Beef Pastrami at $9.49/lb, reg. $9.99 and Pepperjack Cheese, $5.99/lb, reg. $7.19!

 

Come on in and find something you love!

 

Cheese  Island

 

The World cup final is this Sunday. We have cheeses for your snacking pleasure and cheeses to go with your main course. And just a reminder we have cheese trays for your World Cup parties. Check this sight out http://www.cheeseandburger.com/

 

We have Halloumi cheese. What is Halloumi cheese? Halloumi is a traditional Cypriot cheese. It is traditionally made with goats and sheep's milk, although, Halloumi made with cow's milk can be bought. It has a high melting point and can be easily grilled or fried. That is right, a grillable cheese. Halloumi can be grilled along with vegetables or served alongside slices of watermelon. We will be running Halloumi on special through the weekend. It will be on Sale for $13.49/lb and will regularly $15.89/lb

 

Also, we have sales some good sale going on this month. Our Romanian sheep Feta on Sale for $6.29/lb, regularly $7.99/lb and our Domestic Cow Feta on Sale for $4.59/lb. Nancy's Cream Cheese 8 oz. on Sale for $1.69 ea. regulary  $2.39 ea. Organic Valley Bleu Cheese Crumbles 4 oz. on Sale for $3.49, regularly $4.29. Organic Valley Shredded Parmasean on sale for $3.49, regularly $4.29. Organic Valley Cream Cheese Tub on Sale for $2.29, regularly $2.99.

 

Meat to beat the heat

Hope everyone had a great 4^th of July. Let's keep those grills hot and your houses cool. It's hard enough cooling your house without turning on your oven. So don't. In the summer I try to make all my meal on the grill. It easy enough to cook you veggies and proteins, but why stop there when there many other things you can do outdoors.

 

Ever try a grilled pizza on a tortilla? It's awesome and you can be creative; red peppers, goat cheese, and Canadian bacon. Or Kalamatas olives, smoked provolone, and Italian sausage or just make an all-grilled veggie. If you're brave you can even make breads on the grill with the right set of cast iron skillets. Grilled pork tenderloin stuffed with sautéed spinach and Pure luck's Junes Joy, just ask and the butcher can butterfly the tenderloin for you. Chicken Satay made with chicken tenders and skewed lengthwise on bamboo skewers. Marinated in your favorite marinade or dressing for a quick tasty appetizer or on top of a green summer salad.

 

I know it's hot, but is it smoking? We advocate smoking meats or fishes for fun and tastiness! Check out these great DIY smoker alternatives. I found them very interesting.

http://www.naffziger.net/blog/2008/07/05/the-alton-brown-flower-pot-smoker/

http://www.ehow.com/video_2339993_preparing-pork-ribs-cooler.html

Keep your eyes open for these specials this month:

Applegate Farms Great organic hotdogs $7.49 16oz package, regular priced $7.99

Applegate Organic turkey dogs $6.49 16oz regular $6.99

Organic Prairie IQF Breast portions $19.49 2 pound bag, regular $21.99.

Niman Ranch St. Louis Ribs special price of $8.99 lb, pre-cooked and gluten free

Speaking of gluten-free…did you know all Niman ranch pre-packed meat are gluten free. This includes the sausages, fearless franks, salamis, and pulled pork.  Check out the Niman ranch faq sheet

You asked for it, we deliver. Buddy's natural bone in chicken breast $5.49/lb or Family Pack $4.99/lb. This is a versatile chicken part suitable for grilling, baking and stewing. Pick some up to day.

As you know, Owner Appreciation Days start this weekend and it's a great time to re-supply the pantry. You can always place special orders with the meat department for pickup on the weekend. Don't hesitate to ask if we have something we can usually bring it in. We'll have Patti Jacobs of Bastrop Cattle Company sampling her awesome local grass-fed beef on Saturday. Read about it at http://bastropcattlecompany.com/.

Pederson's natural pork product will be sampling smoked kielbasa on Sunday. Check them out on the web at http://pedersonsfarms.com/.

 

Oh check out this great new Coop website http://strongertogether.coop/

 

Beer for you!

Sierra Nevada 6 packs sale almost over !  Sierra Nevada 6 packs are on sale $7.49 regularly $8.49, all flavors except Bigfoot.  Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Torpedo, and Kellerweis are all on sale for only a little while longer so hurry in and get some today!

 

The Co-op Advantage!

All month long we've got great deals on items you love, including delicious Boulder Canyon Kettle Potato Chips $1.69 reg. $2.29! Kettle cooked chips use thickly sliced premium potatoes that are slowed cooked in small kettles using sunflower and/or safflower oil. The chip elves at Boulder Canyon then add  distinctive flavors to create the finest all natural kettle chips around. Wheatsville favorites include: Malt Vinegar & Sea Salt, Spinach & Artichoke, Jalepeno Cheddar, and Totally Natural!

BONUS: 100% of Boulder Canyon products are produced with Green Energy! Read more about this company that is committed to sustainability, online.

Healthy Fun in the Summertime

Owner Appreciation Week is Coming July 10^th-18^th!

Stop by the Health Team, and check out what we have to help you have a fun, and productive summer.

10 Stage Water Filters $109.99 These are easy to install, make a big difference in the taste and quality of your water, and last a very long time. Bluebonnet Green Utopia $27.29, 7 day Pack $12.99- A new green formula from a trusted Texas company.  It tastes good, and comes in convenient carry packages.

Caribbean Solutions SPF 25 $14.99- We have it back in stock and it's better than ever!http://www.caribbean-sol.com/

Wonder Wash 4 oz. $2.99, 8oz. $6.19-All Terrain Company Wonder Wash  liquid soap that's great for cleaning up after working outdoors. Powerful, yet PH neutral and soft on hands and skin.  We have both Unscented and Peppermint pH neutral formulas safe for every member of the family, including pets.

Boiron Arnicare Gel $6.39- A cooling gel alternative that soothes sunburn, stings, and any "ouchies" you get this time of year.

Give Peace a Chance cake mold $18.99- A fun way to spruce up your summer party!

If you have an iPhone, you may be interested in the new app from the Environmental Working Group featuring their interactive sunscreen guide. Check it out here.

 

Refrigerated and frozen yumminess!

They say you should never go Grocery Shopping on an empty stomach, and usually I would agree, but this weekend, throw that advice right out the window and come to Wheatsville hungry!  We'll have chips, cookies, and ice tea in the Grocery Aisles for you to try.  Please let us know if you would like to try something, we'll be happy to help you sample.

 

There will be samples as far as the eye can see in the Refrigerated and Frozen Departments this opening weekend of Owner Appreciation Days!

 

On Sunday, July 11 from 11:30 to 3:30, Jim Ullrich, co-owner of Anna's Salsa will be handing out samples of the award winning (more than 20 awards! Wow!) Hot and Medium Salsa with El Milagro Tortilla Chips!

 

From Noon to 3pm on Sunday, Good Pops will be here giving out samples of Austin's Favorite Popsicles!  These all natural pops are made with real fruit and ingredients you will recognize and are available in unique flavors like Watermelon Agave, Coffee, Soy Coconut and Pineapple Basil!  They are featured in our Freezer end cap and are on Owner Special for all of July for just $1.50 each (reg $1.99)

Also on Sunday from 4-7pm, a representative from our friends and neighbors, Tom's Tabooley, will be sampling Tom's delicious hummus!  Traditional is my favorite!  An 8 oz tub is just $2.99.

 

On Monday, July 12, from 3-7pm Austin's own Nada Moo will be sampling their delicious, vegan ice cream made with Coconut milk.  All flavors are organic and sweetened with agave nectar and are available in cool flavors like: Java Crunch, Creamy Coconut and Gotta Have Chocolate.  Try some-you will not be disappointed!

 

It is always a pleasure to have Stacey, owner of Straight From the Vine Sauerkraut come in to have folks try her awesomely delicious, raw, cultured Sauerkrauts.  She'll be here from 4-7pm.  I eat the Basic flavor (just cabbage and salt) with pretty much everything.  It is so GOOD!

 

We'll also be serving samples of Rosita's Tamales!  We have Bean, Vegetarian and Chicken tamales, each in a mild or hot version.  These bundles of savory goodness are on sale for 2 packages for $7 through the end of July. 

Stop in an meet some of the folks who make the food Austin Loves!

 

Attention Wheatsville Bulk Shoppers!

In order to encourage the reuse of bulk bags and cut down on "extra trash" we will be switching to providing you with a choice of zip-lock or paper bags to purchase your bulk items.  Please use markers to write the PLU # directly on your bag.  We hope this will ease your bulk shopping experience and help us to cut down on waste. 

Thank-You for supporting the Wheatsville Bulk Department!!!!

                                                     

 

Run for the board!

The Board is ramping up its annual election process, and the Nominations Committee would like to invite all Wheatsville owners to think seriously about running for a seat on the board. This is a different kind of leadership opportunity than you can find at any other organization. As a board, we are charged with acting on behalf and for the benefit of the owners of our co-op. We do this by using an incredible governance system that facilitates our leadership by focusing our energies on the "big-picture" questions, leaving the work of running the grocery store in the hands of Dan and his incredible staff. We have the great privilege of working for you, a diverse and passionate group of people who have invested in a business you believe in.

Members of the board serve three-year terms, receive a discount on purchases, and help to change the world in which we live through the perpetuation of co-op values and principles.

With our store renovation complete, this is a very exciting time to serve on the board. If you are interested, please click on the link to download a Board Packet and Application or pick one up at the Hospitality Desk.

In order to run as an 'endorsed' candidate (see Board Application for more information), you must attend at least one board meeting (always from 6-9pm) and one Orientation Session (times TBD).  Please see the schedule below and RSVP if you plan on attending: nominations@wheatsville.coop.  

July 13    (Tuesday 6pm)        Orientation for Prospective Board Candidates
July 17    (Saturday 1pm)        Orientation for Prospective Board Candidates
July 27    (Tuesday)        Regular meeting of the Board of Directors
August 1    (Sunday)                Deadline to submit your application
August 24    (Tuesday)    Regular meeting of the Board of Directors


If you want an even better pitch for running for the board, take a look at this Breeze article
Cooperatively Yours,
The 2010 Nominations Committee

 

I hope you have a most excellent week and that we see you during our sample days!

 

Dan Gillotte

Wheatsville GM and e-mail guy