The Co-op Current: August/September 2013

VOL. 11 H ISSUE 8 AUGUST - SEPTEMBER, 2013

A bi-monthly publication by Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market

LOCALLY GROWN • COMMUNITY OWNED • CELEBRATING 31 YEARS!

Tidal Creek Co-op Board Elections Sept. 16-30

RUN FOR A CAUSE! 1st Annual Creek to Campus 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, September 28

Kid’s Composting Workshop August 10

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ON THE COVER

Mission & Vision Statement Our Mission

We are dedicated to serving and connecting our community through a thriving natural foods cooperative business.

Our Vision

To foster and nourish health of the individual, community and planet by offering: ■ High quality natural, organic and

local foods and other environmentally sound products ■ A comfortable, affordable place

to shop and share knowledge

■ Education and training to help

people make informed choices towards well being

■ A sustainable and economical

model which invests in the local and cooperative communities

Contents

Fall is a great time of year for an abundance of produce ready to be harvested. Cooler temperatures mean fewer pests and plant diseases that can damage crops during the warm weather months. This is also a great time for the delicious greens, cabbages, broccoli, and other cool weather plants that will grow almost straight though the winter.

Board Note .....................................................................3 Manager Message ...........................................................3 Mailbag ..........................................................................3 Community Partnership .................................................. 4-5

7 Cooperative Principles

Around The Co-op ......................................................... 6-7

1. Voluntary and open membership

Organic Harvest Month.....................................................8

2. Democratic member control

Look For Local .................................................................9

3. Member economic participation 4. Autonomy and independence

Book Review ..................................................................10

5. Education, training, and information

Board Spotlight............................................................... 11

6. Cooperation among cooperatives 7. Concern for the community “The cooperative business model, with its roots in democracy, is a solution to many of the world’s issues: social conflict, poverty, human rights and environmental issues” —Paul Hazen, President and CEO National Cooperative Business Association Advertisements in the Co-op Current are paid for by the advertiser and do not imply endorsement of any product or service by the Tidal Creek Co-op Board, Management or Staff. Advertising space is available.

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Staff Spotlight ................................................................12 Co-op Scoops ................................................................13 Co-op Events ............................................................. 14-15 Wild Card Coupon ...........................................Back Cover

THE CO-OP CURRENT Published bi-monthly by Tidal Creek Co-op Managing Editor Katie Wright

General Manager Craig Harris

Editor Rebecca Warfield

Marketing Manager Katie Wright

Graphic Design and Layout Sue Cothran

Co-op Kitchen Manager Deb Lovan

Contributors Craig Harris, Deb Lovan, Andrea Houlihan, Bethany Rogers, Kathyrn Waple, Anthony Garguilo, Katie Wright, Kim Turner, JoAnn Fogler, Leslie Hossfeld, Rachel Lambeth

Produce Manager Kathryn Waple

Board of Directors Joe Kertesz, Anthony Garguilo, Kathryn Waple, Sherye Bergmann, Alexandra Adams, Matt Collogan, Ryanna Battiste, Ashley Reed, Evan Folds

Human Resources Manager Vicki Baty

Front End Manager Jessica Dillion Wellness Manager Andrea Houlihan Finance Manager Amy Fleming

MANAGER MESSAGE Craig Harris

General Manager

Co-op Support

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continue to be overwhelmed with the kind thoughts and support that I receive in regards to the Co-op. Just yesterday I was talking to an Owner who said she just didn’t want to imagine a Wilmington without Tidal Creek and wanted to know what she could do to help. The simplest thing to do right now is to support the Co-op just a little bit more. Purchasing one more item is all I ask. If we all did just this one thing each time we were in the Co-op it would make a world of difference. Tidal Creek turned 31 years old on July 2nd which is quite an achievement for an independent store. With your continued help and support I confidently look forward to celebrating our 40th and 50th anniversaries.

Board Note Dear Tidal Creek Owners, It’s that time again! Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market’s Board of Directors election is rapidly approaching. Tidal Creek is a cooperative business that works to support high quality food standards, fair trade, and local and sustainable products.

Anyone can become an owner at Tidal Creek by purchasing an equity share.

Equity shares are an investment in the store, so being an owner helps the Co-op build capital. It also means that you are an owner of a cooperatively run, local business. You can participate in the governance of the Co-op by voting, becoming a member of the Board of Directors, or serving on a Board Committee.

What is the Board of Directors?

The Board of Directors of Tidal Creek is a group of nine Co-op Owners elected by the general membership in annual elections. This year, four seats are open for election.

What are the functions of the Board?

1. Represent Tidal Creek Owners 2. Establish and work within cooperative policies 3. Hire and oversee the General Manager 4. Responsible for acquisition and preservation of Co-op assets 5. Preserve the cooperative character of the organization 6. Assess the Co-op’s performance 7. Inform members Who can run for a seat on the Board? Who can vote?

Any owner who has paid their equity share for the year by August 16th can vote and run in the election. Candidate applications are due by August 16th.

How many votes per household?

MAILBAG “Was in the co-op yesterday and impulse bought a Natural Nectar Peanut Butter Cup...YUMMY TUMMY! PLEASE consider stocking ALL of their products! Thanks for everything and thanks for being and remaining here in Wilmington!” –Julie

“Tidal Creek is more than a grocery store! It’s knowledge, community and lots of food that’s good for you.” –Kat “Do you offer vegan options on the hot bar? How often?” –Starr

We include vegan options on every hot bar service (lunch and dinner M-F, brunch and lunch Sat & Sun.)

Comments or Suggestions? Submit them at the Customer Service Desk or email us at mail@tidalcreek.coop.

Each household Owner account is entitled to one vote regardless of how many people are in the household.

How many people can I vote for?

An owner can vote for between one and three people in each election cycle

So why should I vote in the election?

Voting in the annual election is an exciting opportunity provided to owners of the Co-op. There are many good reasons to vote, including the following: 1. Casting a vote allows an individual to express a choice among candidates who wish to become leaders of the Co-op. It’s up to each voter to locate available information about each candidate and to make an informed decision about how to vote. A democratic voting process urges owners to get involved and to share viewpoints about who should lead. Most owners have opinions about the way things should go, and they should use the voting process to express their preferences.

2. Supporting the electoral process helps reinforce your cooperative leadership. Showing that you care with your vote tells candidates that they must be accountable to the owners.

3. Finally, taking time to vote reflects pride in your Co-op. Let everyone know that you care enough about your Co-op and its leaders to have a say in the election outcome.

If you would like more information, or are interested in purchasing an equity share of Tidal Creek Cooperative Food Market, stop by any register to get started.

Today, there are more than 3000 households that enjoy the benefits of ownership!

That’s a lot of people working together to fulfill our vision of fostering and nourishing the health of the individual and our community through a thriving natural foods cooperative business. Thank you for working with us. And thank you for your vote!

If you are interested in running, please visit our website or stop by the customer service desk.

In Cooperation, Your Board of Directors

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Community Partnership

Grub and Feast Downeast nourishing the health of our community with real foods

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accordingly. We live in a place just outside of “the rules,” and we are mostly guided by our instincts about which foods work for us and which do not. We stumble and learn alongside our community, but we are determined to, above all, choose real foods each day.

For us, those real foods look very different from one another.

One of us is a vegetarian and the other is a carnivore. And we adore each other!

In that spirit, we share these two delicious, protein-rich real foods recipes for you this beautiful harvest season.

Enjoy! — Ryanna Battiste and Liz Flint-Somerville

t GRUB, we don’t advocate for one way of eating; we encourage our community to choose real foods. Whenever food choices are discussed, the question of protein comes up. It’s a complicated topic, and people often get riled up when meat is mentioned.

There is a lot of information, passion, and personal testimonials to be shared from both sides of the “should we or shouldn’t we eat it” argument.

GRUB is owned by Ryanna and Liz; we are two women on our own personal paths to wellness. We both listen to our bodies, and try our best to respond

Sprouted Lentil & Quinoa Salad INGREDIENTS 4 cups sprouted lentils 1 cup sprouted quinoa 1 small onion, diced 1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped 1 cup roasted red pepper, diced 1 carrot, shredded 1 avocado ½ - 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 Tb balsamic vinegar ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped 3 Tb fresh parsley, chopped sea salt & pepper, to taste goat feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

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PREPARATION

In a large bowl, mix sprouted lentils, quinoa, onion, cucumber, roasted red pepper and shredded carrot.

In a small bowl, mash avocado and add olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Whisk until mostly smooth (an immersion blender would work well, too). Add fresh herbs, and mix well.

Pour dressing into large bowl, and stir until well incorporated. Taste for salt & pepper. Sprinkle feta cheese over individual bowls.

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Perfect Whole Roasted Chicken INGREDIENTS 1 (5 to 6 pound) local chicken Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 large bunch fresh thyme, plus 20 sprigs 1 lemon, halved 1 head of garlic, cut in half crosswise 1/4 stick pasture butter, melted 1 large Vidalia onion, thickly sliced 4 carrots cut into chunks 1 bulb of fennel, tops removed, and cut into wedges Olive oil PREPARATION

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the chicken and stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, both halves of lemon, and all of the garlic.

Brush the outside of the chicken with the pasture butter and sprinkle generously with sea salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with kitchen string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken.

Place the onions, carrots, and fennel in a roasting pan. Toss with salt, pepper, 20 sprigs of thyme, and the olive oil. Spread on the bottom of the roasting pan and place the chicken on top.

Roast the chicken for 90 minutes, or until the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh. Remove the chicken and vegetables to a platter and cover with aluminum foil for about 20 minutes.

Remove the lemon from the cavity and squeeze its juices over the chicken. Enjoy!

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According to Molly Rousey, a pesticide-free farmer and Director of the FDE processing and distribution center, “The impact of chemical farming on human health and sustaining the planet are one and the same.

The nutrients we feed our soil with and the toxins that threaten our bodies circle themselves in an axis around planet Earth.”

For more information about Feast Down East visit www.feastdowneast.org. — Leslie Hossfeld, Executive Director Feast Down East

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Feast Down East (FDE) operates a processing and distribution hub in Burgaw at The Historic Train Depot. They assist farmers in aggregation and distribution of local produce to institutions and consumers in Southeastern North Carolina within a 50 mile radius of the FDE food hub. Feast Down East is one of the few USDA designated food hubs in North Carolina, and one of only about 200 in the nation. Currently, FDE has 6 certified organic growers; 7 pesticidefree growers; and 1 seasonal, hydroponic/ pesticide-free grower. The demand from FDE consumers and institutions for organic and pesticide-free produce has led to a dramatic increase in sales for limited resource farmers in our part of the state.

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AROUND THE CO-OP PRODUCE NEWS

Kathryn Waple Produce Manager

We hope that everyone who participated enjoyed the 2013 “Eat Local Challenge.”

The Produce Team is committed to providing the healthiest, local, naturally farmed, and organically grown products for our owners, customers, and the community. We make purchasing from local growers and small farms a priority. We bring in the highest quality produce possible.

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We had great participation, shared tons of local recipes, and got to meet some of the wonderful farmers who grow our food.

Thank you to everyone who participated!

While summer may be winding down, we are actually gearing up for one of the best growing seasons in the southeast! The fall harvest season brings back many of our spring favorites with tender greens, kale varieties, rainbow chard, and broccoli among other veggies. The fall growing season can actually stretch into the winter and an abundance of local produce is available.

Even before cooler weather sets in, look for local muscadines, figs, and watermelons.

Muscadines, especially, are a local treat that are only available this time of year. The thick skin and sweet-tart fruit is great for eating the way it is. You can also make jelly or wine with it. Try both the purple and green varieties.

In addition to ready-to-eat produce, we will continue our availability of bedding plants from Shelton Herb Farm. One of the benefits of gardening in the fall is many insects and pests are starting to decline in numbers, meaning an easier to manage, more successful harvest all autumn long for the home gardener.

We look forward to celebrating the harvest season with you!

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We have been getting many questions in regards to Genetically Modified foods.

First, what is a GMO: A GMO is an organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques. The most common GMO crops are corn, soy, papaya and tomatoes.

Tidal Creek is advocating for labeling so all consumers can make educated decisions on their purchases. Your Grocery Department is embarking on better shelf labeling for GMO-free items that we carry.

So far we have noted over eight hundred items as GMO-free and give precedent to all new products that are organic (GMO-Free) or certified as GMO-Free.

The Grocery Team is committed to providing the healthiest products for you, your family, pets and our planet. We make purchasing from local growers, producers and small farms a main priority of our daily business. Our Bulk department offers a wide assortment of organic and Fair Trade products as well as providing unique herbs and spices, at affordable prices. Quality beer and wine selections are available from small vineyards and microbreweries with several organic and low sulfite options available. We work to ensure that our products are free of hydrogenated oils, artificial colors, sweeteners, preservatives and flavors.

We provide you with meats and dairy products that are free of hormones and antibiotics. We will purchase GMO-free products whenever possible.

We purchase items from companies with ethics and standards similar to the Co-op’s.

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AROUND THE CO-OP WELLNESS NEWS

Andrea Houlihan Wellness Manager

A couple months ago, I made a great decision. It wasn’t an easy decision; in fact, it is one that I have pondered for years.

I asked around. I hemmed and hawed.

The stress of it kept me up at night. I delayed addressing it as long as I could.

Then, I talked to Bill.

Bill, a stellar Tidal Creek cashier, is probably our store’s most frugal shopper.

“Bill,” I said, “I think I need a shower filter. I think it would be better for my skin.”

“Andrea, it was the best decision I ever made,” he replied.

Those of you who know Bill know he’s not the most effusive person, so a glowing recommendation from him is a no-brainer.

And so, a couple months ago, I bought a New Wave Enviro Shower Filter.

Admittedly, I am being a bit dramatic about the whole thing, but the decision to buy a

CO-OP KITCHEN NEWS Deb Lovan

Co-op Kitchen Manager

From a Cook’s point of view, this is one of the best times of year.

It is a time of transition. The bright and bold flavors of summer produce are still in the markets, while the first of autumn’s deep colors and flavors are being harvested. It is time to finish up any plans we are making for a new season. Before we turn around, the holidays will be upon us.

It is also a time of transition in the Tidal Creek Kitchen. We never like to sit idle for too long. It is been a good season for the Deli. Our department has remained steadily busy, and we are now looking for new opportunities to

seemingly unremarkable household item with a retail price of $48.99 wasn’t easy. I have a lot of mouths to feed, after all! Of course, I used my 5% Wild Card, which made me feel a little wiser, and it helped ease the pinch just enough for me to take the leap.

The result? I love my new shower filter! I honestly feel that my skin is benefitting, but I think I most love how much more volume my hair seems to have. I’m so happy with it that I’m going to make it easier for you to make the very same choice.

We contacted New Wave Enviro, and we asked for a discount that we could pass on to our customers. Sometimes my job is really fun—and, well, it never hurts to ask. We are pleased to announce that our New Wave Enviro Shower Filters and Splish Splash Bath Filters are 20% off in the month of August!

And, New Wave Enviro offers a 30-day money back guarantee.

Here’s a little of what New Wave Enviro says about their filters: Showering every day in chlorinated water exposes your body to large quantities of chlorine. Chlorine gas, when breathed into the lungs, goes right

grow. Last time, the changes were made in the service and seating areas. In spite of intense competition, the juice bar has doubled its business since our last remodel. And to our delight, the new seating areas have remained filled. We have worked more with local farmers than ever before to stock the food bars. Call me an optimist, but I feel the need for another transition. It is time to think a little bigger.

In response to many of our regular customers, the plans are to offer more cookedto-order foods. I am thinking, as starters, a veggie burger, regular burger, grilled chicken sandwich, and a noodle bowl. These items will be available all day to order. We have been slowly working on transitioning the kitchen to be able to do this. It seems simple, but it is actually a big deal to shift from our present mode into a totally different pace. It always feels like dominoes when we even

into your blood stream, just like oxygen gas. Chlorine is also transdermal and will enter your body through the skin.

Skin – Chlorine strips your skin of oils and throws off its pH. Using a shower filter will allow your body to use its resources to improve your skin every day instead of repairing the damage caused by the chlorine. The symptoms of conditions like psoriasis and eczema may be partially alleviated by reducing your chlorine exposure.

Hair – Much like skin, hair is damaged every day you shower in chlorinated water. Using a shower filter will allow your hair to better receive the benefits of shampoos and conditioners.

It will also allow hair color to last much, much longer.

The Tidal Creek Wellness Department is committed to providing its customers with superior quality supplements and body care products. We select goods from companies who, like Tidal Creek, have policies in place to control the use of unsafe ingredients and ensure that products and processing have the least amount of negative environmental impact. The Wellness staff strives to have reliable information available about the benefits and effectiveness of our products.

think about moving a piece of equipment in our tightly packed kitchen. But my eventual goal is to offer a much more expanded menu that concentrates on healthy, quick food for individuals and families. The staff is excited and ready to make this transition.

The Co-op Kitchen Team is committed to providing the healthiest products for ourselves and our planet. We avoid the use of any products with high fructose corn syrup and hydrogenated oils.

Organic products are central to our department and we weigh carefully the choice between them and conventional products when availability or financial concerns cause us to make this choice.

Developing relationships with local food producers and companies that share the Co-op’s vision is also of central importance to us. We understand that our effort to bring well-prepared, fresh foods to our customers contributes to a larger ecological and cultural mission.

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September is Organic Harvest Month!

Cooler temps bring abundant crops

BY Kathryn Waple Produce Manager

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all is a great time of year for an abundance of produce ready to be harvested. This is particularly true for organic farmers. Cooler temperatures mean fewer pests and plant diseases that can damage crops during the warm weather months. This is also a great time for the delicious greens, cabbages, broccoli, and other cool weather plants that will grow almost straight though the winter. Organic farmers utilize the fall as a great time to plant cover crops and apply mulches that help to build up and protect the soil. Not to mention organic farming is a much more labor-

intensive process than conventional farming.

Therefore, cool weather brings relief to those working long hours outside.

Tidal Creek is committed to providing produce that is healthy, local, naturally farmed & organically grown.

We bring in the highest quality produce possible.

What does it mean to be an “Organic” Farm?

Organic Farms are certified as organic under the Organic Foods Production Act. The farm uses materials and practices that restore, maintain, and enhance the ecological balance of natural systems.

Three reasons to buy organic:

1. Lower Pesticides & Toxins: Pesticides are sometimes very difficult to wash off, especially in thin-skinned fruits like

raspberries, blueberries, or cherries. Buying organic avoids pesticides and additives in your food.

2. Environmental Impact: Organic farming is more sustainable for the environment.

Much fewer pesticides are released into the environment. Some of those pesticides can taint local water sources or harm local aquatic wildlife. Studies also show that organic farms produce less waste and use less energy.

3. Better Taste: Some people claim that organic foods taste better than conventional foods. A 2010 Nielson Poll revealed that 45% of persons who purchase organic products do so because “the food tastes better.”

At Tidal Creek we always carry organic produce when it is available and we cherish the relationships we have with our local organic farmers. We thought it would be fun to introduce you to a few of the farms that supply you with some of the amazing organic produce we carry. Both of these farms are local and Tidal Creek considers them friends in our community.

Thank you for all you do to help nourish yourself, and those you care about by supporting great local organic farms.

MEET YOUR LOCAL ORGANIC FARMERS COTTLE ORGANICS

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For fifteen years, Black River has been committed to producing the best organically grown vegetables in the Cottle’s Organics willandcontinue toarebecome for the area.

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The farm is run with help from an exceptional seasonal staff that lives and works on the farm. During the height of the harvest, additional seasonal help comes in to harvest crops every week. Black River has been committed to producing the best organically grown vegetables in the area. Each season, a selection of traditional and heirloom vegetables are grown on this 16-acre certified organic farm using time tested growing methods to provide the highest quality and greatest taste. To learn more about their farm visit their website.

LOOK FOR LOCAL

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idal Creek Co-op has always supported local growers and producers. We want you to have the opportunity to get to know more about the local products we carry and the people who make them. These are the folks who help our community grow, and we hope you will support them by enjoying their products. Just look for the local shelf tags throughout the store!

Sweet Knee & Green Goddess Essentials Do you dig FRESH? Love LOCAL? Want to know more about your FARMERS? Visit their FARMS? Well, here is your opportunity!

I appreciate local ladies who are putting an effort into making clean products to help keep our skin looking and feeling young and beautiful. Special care is needed in this environment because of the windy winters and the sun-exposed summers. It is almost certain that your skin requires a little tender loving care. And this is exactly what you get from a few of my favorite locally-created beauty products.

I’ll start with Sweet Knee, a wonderful company based out of North Myrtle Beach, SC. Kristy Platt has developed a line of baby-safe products that can be used from birth through childhood, although moms and dads can indulge in them as well. Many commercially-made baby soaps and bubble baths contain detergents, surfactants, and even warning labels. Not at Sweet Knee.

Kristy recommends essentials such as Bubbly Soap for an enjoyable bath time or Oatmeal Cookie Bath for babies and adults with sensitive skin. Kristy also created a natural, non-medicated diaper ointment called Bun Glaze. Bun Glaze is perfect Blac k rgan River for rashes, bug bites, sunburn, dry skin, efan ic Far 7 Iva Hartman m and more. Because a massage is a great n n vanh hoe Roa experience for a baby, Kristy created Rubbit 0-53 oe, NC d 2-24 vero 3 rgan 7 Oil that simply contains calendula flowers, icfa rm.c om olive and sunflower oils, and the sweet smell ck R iver of mandarin. This oil is also great for stretch in S n the am prod farm. D pson uri uc peak e is pac ng the marks. Sweet Knee’s baby products never of fla ked a nd vor a nd n ve contain detergents or petroleum-derived g e ce etables rtifie in th d e bles orga a n ingredients. Find more at SweetKnee.com. ors a re availa ic nd th b le their ro web ugh site.

Now, let me tell you about our local green goddess, Allie. Green Goddess Essentials are made right here in Wilmington. You

may have seen Allie at the Riverfront or Poplar Grove Farmer’s Market with her wide assortment of lotions, creams, serums, balms, soaks, and masks. She learned to distill and infuse her own oils from lovely organic herbs and combine them in the most therapeutic ways. You can always find a Green Goddess product that fits your needs, and your skin will thank you. Try the Boo Boos & Tattoos balm for exactly that, with calendula infused almond oil and rosehip seed oil. Do you have muscle pain or bruising from hours of home improvements and gardening? Or have you suffered a summer “fun” injury? Green Goddess Arnica Balm comes in an easy to apply, twist-up tube that is full of healing arnica and St. John’s wort oil. Also, Allie makes a face mask that will tantalize your taste buds. It is made with Dead Sea mud, cocoa, sea buckthorn, and carrot seed oil. Allie’s Mud Pie Nourishing Face Mask smells like the best chocolate bar you’ve ever had, and it will certainly rejuvenate your skin. We carry several scents of Allie’s Green Goddess Essential moisture intense hand creams and nutrient-rich body lotions. All of her creations make perfect gifts for you and your company this summer!

The Cape Fear Crop Mob is a collaborative effort between urbanites, gardeners, foodies, and other interested individuals who work side-by-side to empower communities and help small farmers accomplish tasks that require many hands. The Cape Fear Crop Mob has convened on five occasions to mob farms, whose produce can be found right here on the shelves of Tidal Creek’s produce section! We have helped Wilmington food pioneers like Margaret Shelton of Shelton Herb Farm and Stefan Hartmann of Black River Organic Farm. We have empowered young and beginning farmers like Morgan Milne of Red Beard Farms and The Burkerts at Greenlands Farm. Also, we had the unique opportunity to help break ground on an ambitious urban farm project at LINC. The list will go on, but we need your helping hands.

Join us at the next Crop Mob event to give back and learn from the farmers who have been growing our amazing produce, share an amazing farm meal, and meet folks from the community who share a common passion for wholesome, local food on their tables and in their pantries.

Cape Fear Crop Mobs take place periodically. For announcements on the next mob event and for more info check out: www.facebook. com/CapeFearCropMob or email Capefearcropmob@gmail.com. www.tidalcreek.coop 9

BOOK REVIEW

Soy—Nature’s Wonder Food

The Healing Power of Soy; the Enlightened Person’s Guide to Nature’s Wonder Food

BY JoAnn L. Fogler

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arol Rinzler’s 17 books from the food. According to include “Nutrition Rinzler, B12 is also an integral for Dummies” and part of soy foods. This book is “Estrogen and Breast Cancer.” full of charts to help the reader Although this book was understand vitamins and written in 1998, most of the minerals. Further, it contains material is still relevant today. statistics about soy and its effects Soy and soy products remain on the heart, certain cancers, and a part and a parcel of our other various subjects. everyday life.

All beans are low in sodium The soy bean is just a bean— and rich in potassium, small, oval, and beige, with no calcium, phosphorus, iron, and flavor to speak of. However, mix The Healing Power of Soy; magnesium. Here again, this it with eggs and it taste like eggs. the Enlightened Person’s knowledgeable writer states, Guide to Stir into tomatoes and, yes, you the soybean is definitely a cut Nature’s Wonder Food guessed it, it tastes like tomatoes. above the rest of the beans:

BY Carol Ann Rinzler It is a very versatile bean! But it is “Ounce for ounce, the soybeans also rich in fiber, low in sodium, give you up to two to three and a powerhouse of B vitamins and iron. times the calcium, phosphorus, iron, and Unlike protein in veggies, the soybean’s protein magnesium you get from other popular beans.” is complete. That is, it contains all the amino Rinzler stresses the protein power in soy acids that are essential to human health. products many times in this very informative The Chinese were almost certainly the first book. Most veggies (including beans) have people to create the most famous soybean “incomplete” protein; the protein in soybeans is product, the bean curd known as tofu. complete. The amazing soybean has sufficient Probably around 200 B.C. by accident, which is amounts of all the essential amino acids. not unusual in the history of food. Texturized Hence, the Chinese call the soybean “meat soy protein, made from soy flour, is a nowithout bones.” cholesterol meat extender and a vegetarian This famous author of nutritional books meat substitute. cites statistics about the more than 40 years Throughout this book, Rinzler gives the reader various definitions about many of the products on the market today. Here are just INGREDIENTS a few: Miso, a thick salty paste made from 1 12oz package of firm tofu (or silken soybeans, salt, and a mold culture that tofu for a smoother dip) ferments the beans; soy milk, a thick white 1 packet any flavor dip or dry salad liquid made from ground soybeans or soy dressing mix. flour mixed with water; and tofu, a cheese like food made from the liquid squeezed PREPARATION out of soybeans. Tofu is a good source of Process or blend the tofu with the calcium, according to this expert. ingredients. Chill it for several hours and Soy foods have lots of B vitamins. The serve. What could be easier? Makes about B Vitamins are vital for human health and one cup of dip. growth. They make it possible to extract energy

Tofu Chip Dip

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of animal and human studies that suggest soy lowers cholesterol. In addition, soy products reduce the incidence of blood clots. And most recently, as Rinzler states, soy also lowers homocysteine levels too.

Homocysteine is an amino acid that is released when your body digests proteins.

Ms Rinzler has a table that shows why soy products protect bones in four ways: by providing calcium, reducing lost calcium through urination, slowing the resorption of bone tissue, and stimulating the production of new bone.

There are not many recipes in this book, and they are not illustrated. But the information is invaluable. I have chosen two that should be easy to make. TIDAL CREEK CO-OP carries the book and most of the ingredients. Enjoy!

Creamy Tomato Soup INGREDIENTS 1 medium onion, diced 2 teaspoons soy oil 1 large tomato, peeled, seeded, and diced ½ teaspoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon fresh basil, chopped ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground white pepper 1 cup soy milk 10 ½ ounces silken tofu.

PREPARATION

Sauté the onion with the oil in a sauce pan for 3 minutes or until transparent. Add the basil, salt, and pepper. Add the tomato and garlic and continue to sauté for another 3 minutes. Blend in the soy milk. Cook stirring constantly for 1 minute. Remove it from the heat and cool it briefly. Transfer the soup to the food processor and add the tofu and blend it until smooth. Serve hot or chilled. 4 servings.

BOARD SPOTLIGHT

Kathryn Waple What is your position on the Board and how long have you served?

I am Secretary and I have held that position for 3 years. I have been on the board for 5.

What do you value most about the Co-op?

I value the community. The coop is an example of what can be accomplished by working together for a common goal.

What is your favorite part about serving on the board?

My favorite part about serving on the board has been learning solution-oriented communication among a group of people in a way that supports each individual’s voice. Everyone is heard and a decision is made that takes into account each person’s perspective. I get to work with some amazing people.

What is your favorite product at the co-op?

It is so hard to pick one! My current favorites are our local kale and our local grassfed ground beef. For a snack I would go with the Ahimsa Kitchen kale chips and for dessert the Luna and Larry’s Ginger Cookie Caramel Ice Cream (GF and DF!)

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STAFF SPOTLIGHT

Katie Wright Marketing Manager

What is your Job Title?

Marketing Manager

How long have you worked at the Co-op?

I joined the team last August and have loved every minute. I’m excited to be coming up on my one year anniversary working for Tidal Creek.

What is the best part of your job?

The best part of my job is coming to work every day knowing that I am a part of something bigger. Each day I get to work with and meet the most amazing people – employees, customers, and

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business partners – that enjoy a shared intention for serving and nourishing themselves and others. It’s inspiring and lifechanging to be a part of. Connecting with others is definitely the highlight of my job, so please introduce yourself next time you’re at the Co-op. I would love to meet you!

What is your favorite product at the Co-op?

The smoothie and juice bar is my absolute favorite. Everything is so fresh and good for you. Something most people might not know is that you can customize your smoothies and juices. You can even add additional produce you buy at the Co-op. I love chatting with the baristas to come up with new creative things to try. Last week, we experimented with carrot-beet juice and added in a bunch of fresh organic peaches I had purchased. It tasted amazing!

CO-OP SCOOPS Round-Up at the Register: Program Launch

Creek to Campus 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run! Please join us on September 28th for the CREEK TO CAMPUS 5k Run & 1 Mile Fun Run beginning and ending at Tidal Creek!

This 1st annual event will celebrate community & campus connections, local businesses, and healthy living. It will benefit Nourish NC, a local non-profit whose mission is “to strengthen community resources that connect children to healthy food and reduce food insecurity. [To] empower children to succeed in the classroom and community alike.” Visit nourishnc.org to learn more about their amazing mission and check out its-go-time.com/creek-to-campus-5kseptember-28 to register for the race.

This 5k is a flat course and will wind through local neighborhoods, UNCW, and traverse parts of the Cross City Trail. A gentle warm-up will be led by Wilmington Yoga prior to race start and after the race enjoy local music, food, beverages and a variety of giveaways. Prizes to be awarded for: Top Finishers (male/female in various age groups), Best Recycled Costume and Most Seahawk Spirit. Join the fun, for a great cause!

Why Eat Organic?

BY Dr. Kim Turner, ND, CBS, CNHP

It’s simple. Organic foods are safer for us to eat. Organic food does not contain any of the 400 pesticides and herbicides used in conventional farming methods.

Chemical residue stays on foods even after they are washed. Some of those chemicals are endocrine disruptors which accounts for higher incidences of breast

In September, Tidal Creek Co-op will be launching a new program to help facilitate the growth of our community.

We are giving our owners and customers an easy way to support our community’s local non-profit organizations, and the important and vital work they do in and around Wilmington and North Carolina.

Round-Up at the Register allows anyone who shops at the co-op to make a charitable donation at the point of sale by rounding up the total to the nearest dollar or adding any additional amount to donate. This program will replace ButtonUp!, as it will produce more impactful donation dollars for the chosen charities.

There will be a new charity selected to benefit from the Round-Up program every six months. We are happy to announce the first organization to be a part of RoundUp is Feast Down East. This important organization works “to build a strong local food system and alleviate poverty in rural and urban communities… [and] helps small scale limited-resource farmers build and sustain their farms and connect them with local markets.” To learn more about Feast Down East please go to their website: www.feastdowneast.org.

If there are any questions, comments, or recommendations of organizations to be considered for the Round-Up program, please send an email to Melissa at melissaw@tidalcreek.coop. and prostate cancer and early puberty.

Organic foods are not genetically modified since organic standards do not allow GMO crops and ingredients. Organic animals are not given antibiotics, growth hormones and genetically modified vaccines. Organic foods are not irradiated. They are not fertilized with toxic sewer sludge or coal waste.

Organic foods are pure foods, free of food additives, preservatives, flavor enhancers like MSG, and artificial sweeteners.

Studies have shown that eating organic has

Owner Rewards: Program Launch

Being a Co-op owner just became even more rewarding, as we launch our Owner Rewards Program! This program is a free perk of ownership and is designed to give our loyal owners acknowledgement and appreciation for their continued support and investment in the Co-op. On each qualifying purchase, you will receive one point for every dollar you spend (excluding tax). Once you reach 400 points, a rewards certificate—worth $5 of credit toward a future co-op purchase— will be issued to you via email. Accrual of rewards points is directly associated with your Tidal Creek owner number, which can be found on your owner card or on the bottom of your Co-op store receipt. All you need to do to begin enjoying your rewards is ensure that the email address you want your rewards certificate sent to is the same email address we have on file. If you aren’t sure we have the correct email, just ask any cashier. Please visit www.tidalcreekrewards.com to setup your rewards account; find out details about the program; and view, track, and print your rewards.

Please email rewards@tidalcreekrewards.com with any questions or concerns, or contact Melissa at melissaw@tidalcreek.coop. As always, we are happy to lend our assistance. the potential to lower the incidence of autism, learning disorders, cancers, diabetes, coronary heart disease, allergies, asthma, migraines and many other disease processes. On the average, organic food is 25% higher in vitamins and minerals than conventionally grown foods.

Although organic foods are an average of 20% higher in cost, the astronomical hidden costs of damage to our health, climate, and environment far outweigh that cost. Why gamble with your health when fresh farm raised organic foods are readily available right here at Tidal Creek Coop? www.tidalcreek.coop 13

Upcoming Events AUGUST - SEPTEMBER EVERY WEDNESDAY, 12PM

Mid-Day Meditation at GRUB (2133 Wrightsville Ave.) Join us for a mid-day, mid-week get-away into mindfulness at the GRUB House. Starts with a short, guided meditation to ease you into 20 mins of silent, seated meditation.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 8TH 6:30PM

Free Terry Lemerond Lecture on Healing Through Natural Medicines (Hops Supply Co. 5400 Oleander Dr.) Learn about natural medicines that have been proven as powerful as prescription drugs—without the negative side effects.

SEPTEMBER 16TH – 30TH THURSDAY, AUGUST 8TH 8PM

Toxic Pantry Class at GRUB (2133 Wrightsville Ave.) Learn the 10 worst additives to avoid on packaged foods: dangerous preservatives, artificial colors, modified oils and more will be discussed, as well as their possible implications in the body. Register at thisisgrub.com.

Co-op owners save 15%.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH 11:30 PM

Kids Composting Workshop w CFGBA The Cape Fear Green Building Alliance presents “Composting for Kids” at the Co-op. Learn all about composting and enjoy a healthy lunch from the Co-op Kitchen! Ages 4-10. $10 registration includes: lunch, composting kit and a t-shirt.

Please register at www.cfgba.org .

MONDAY, AUGUST 26TH, 6 PM

Tidal Creek Co-op Board of Directors Meeting All owners are welcome to attend monthly meetings held in the Co-op Café.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH 6PM

Meet the Candidates Forum Join us on the Co-op Community Deck for your chance to meet the candidates running in the 2013 Board Elections. Don’t miss this opportunity to talk with the candidates and get to know your Board Members.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH – 30TH

Tidal Creek Co-op Board of Directors Elections It is your right & responsibility as a Co-op owner to elect our Board of Directors. To cast your vote in this election, you must be an active owner, in good standing by August 16th. The polling station will be located in the store. Votes must be cast at the in-store polling station between Sept. 16th and Sept. 30th 14 August - September 2013

Upcoming Events AUGUST - SEPTEMBER STARTING SEPT 10TH

Real Foods for Real Life: a Challenge to eat Real Foods for 8 Weeks at GRUB (2133 Wrightsville Ave.) Commit to this 8-week intensive group challenge and get empowered and equipped to permanently change your body and life, for REAL this time! Allow the GRUB team to equip you with the tools, information, recipes, shopping savvy and cooking confidence to get on the road to REAL health. 8 weeks of continuous support is a powerful and proven way to successfully adopt a REAL foods lifestyle and enjoy the incredible benefits it can bring! Register at thisisgrub. com. $269. 15 % off for TC owners.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 26TH 6:30PM Take Stock! Healing Bone Broths at GRUB (2133 Wrightsville Ave.) Bone Broths can heal, boost immunity, rebuild a damaged intestinal tract, and nourish the entire family!

This class features a full demonstration with broth examples, take-home recipes, and plenty of Q & A. Register at thisisgrub.com Co-op owners save 15%.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21ST 10AM GRUB’s Nourishing Pantry Class at Tidal Creek Coop (2133 Wrightsville Ave.) Get the scoop on the basic ingredients a REAL FOODS pantry needs in order to create wholesome, nourishing meals. We will discuss salts, sweeteners, oils, grains, dried goods and more; as well how to store them. Register at Tidal Creek’s Customer Service or by calling 910.799.

COOP.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD, 6 PM

Tidal Creek Co-op Board of Directors Meeting All owners are welcome to attend monthly meetings held in the Co-op Café.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH

Creek to Campus 5K A 5k Run & 1 Mile Fun Run at Tidal Creek Co-op to celebrate community & campus connections, local businesses & healthy living. Run to benefit local non-profit Nourish NC, whose mission is “to strengthen community resources that connect children to healthy food and reduce food insecurity.”

Visit nourishnc.org to learn more about their amazing mission. Register for the Creek to Campus 5K at: its-go-time.com/creek-tocampus-5k-september-28.

Mark your calendars for the Annual Meeting & Co-op Owner Picnic at Jones Family Farm coming up on Saturday, October 5th.

Friends School W of

ilmington

Changing the World One Child at a Time

Ages18 months thru 8th Grade 910.791.8221 www.fsow.org Enrolling for 2013-2014 www.tidalcreek.coop 15

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