The Everyday Adventures of Mohawk Valley Girl
Richfield Springs Community Food Cooperative
Richfield Springs Community Food Cooperative in Richfield Springs carries all local foods.
I love food co-ops. Why wouldn’t I? They combine a number of my favorite things: food, community, a distinctive place to shop, and a variety of unusual and local products. It took me a while to get to the Richfield Springs Community Food Cooperative, but once I got there, I knew I would be back again and again. “This place is awesome!” I said as soon as I walked in the door. The lady behind the counter thanked me and welcomed me. I looked all around, taking pictures and admiring. A sign told me it was all local foods. Yay! I admired some aprons and I may return for one. On my first visit, I purchased a wooden honey dipper (which I have been needing!), some garlic (yum!), and candied ginger. “Ginger is good for a bad stomach, isn’t it?” I asked. The lady agreed that it was. I had never had candied ginger but figured it was worth a try. On another Saturday morning, I went purposely to have a cup of coffee and sit in the café section to write (another one of my favorite things). I thought I MIGHT also get myself a treat, but, well, weight loss goals… The young man behind the counter was wearing a t-shirt that read, “Upstate of Mind.” I loved it! He said his brother had given it to him. I asked if I could take a picture. He introduced himself, Nick Yacco. I ordered a dark roast coffee and a raspberry bar, which I found out was vegan. They had a few vegan and/or gluten-free choices. I made sure to put a dollar in the tip jar, which said, “Tips for Community Fund.” “Oh, so tips go to the community fund,” I said.
Barney’s Angels
Dog Sitting & Daycare
(315) 525-3330 • Home Environment • Clean & Safe • Friendly • Spacious • Daily FB videos
4361 Acme Road, Ilion
Big dogs welcome too!
www.barneysangelsdogsitters.com
Mums & Pumpkins Fall Garden Decor!
• Full service landscape company • Nursery stock, trees, perennials, hanging baskets
8442 St. Hwy 28, Richfield Springs www.melindasgardenbarn.com
Volunteer and chariman Nick Yacco makes Mohawk Valley Girl a coffee at the Richfield Springs Co-op
Cascade, Plymouth, & Hand-Dyed Yarns Knit and Crochet Supplies Classes: Beginners to Advanced!
Love & Stitches 214 Oriskany Blvd., Whitesboro Hours: Tues-Fri: 4-7, Sat: 10-5 315 570-3316 • www.loveandstitchescny.com
Cold Cuts, Pecorino Romano, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Imported Provolone, & much more! Visit us for all your Italian Favorites! You’ll love our prices!
1150 McQuade Ave., Utica Mon, Thurs, Fri: 8-4, Wed: 8-3, Sat: 8-Noon, Closed Sun & Tues • 315-724-5578
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