The Weblog
This page contains news, event information, and other items added by the market managers, including the weekly availability email. Be sure to check back regularly!
New: Open House & Fresh Mozzarella is BACK!
Suwanee Whole Life Co-op
How to contact us:
Our Website: suwanee.locallygrown.net
Pick Up Location: 4942 Austin Park Avenue, Buford GA 30518 on Tuesdays
Facebook: Suwanee Whole Life Co-op
Open House- October 12th- JavaGenesis
If you’re a coffee lover or just interested in how coffee is roasted you won’t want to miss this event!
Join JavaGenesis Coffee Roasting on Sunday, October 12 between 10am and 3pm for an Open House. They are located at 741 Harry McCarty Road, Unit 102, Bethlehem, GA 30620. (off University Parkway (Hwy 316)).
They will do a few rounds at the cupping table, roast some coffee (Tom will even turn over the controls to a volunteer), drink lots of coffee and share with you what they do and how they do it.
Of course due to its wild popularity…there will again be espresso shots over ice cream.
Kids are welcome and can enjoy some ice cream too… of course without the shot of espresso :-)
Looking forward to seeing you there!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
THANK YOU Marie, Michelle, Marianna and Stephanie for volunteering on Tuesday!!! We couldn’t have a co-op without volunteers and we appreciate you all so much!
We need volunteers!! Please click link to volunteer http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering, I have created a volunteer sign up on Signup Genius. I am asking for volunteers to sign up for 1 hour shifts from 2p to 5pm. No packing is involved just need someone to be there to assist other members. You are welcome to bring your kids as long as they are supervised. Here is the link to the sign up http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A44AEA623A7FA7-volunteer
The link is also posted on the About page on our website.
Thank you in advance for your support!
Fresh Mozzarella from Orobiano is BACK!
After taking a short break to attend all the seasonal farmers markets, Orobianco is finally back with their fresh and delicious mozzarella creations!
Handmade cheeses from Orobianco are made from cow milk that do not contain any artificial ingredients, color additives or synthetic substances and is minimally processed so that it can be considered “natural” under FDA guidelines. Guaranteed GMO free. Cows are not treated with rBST or fed genetically engineered crops.
Look for these items from Orobianco on the market site tomorrow and weekly:
Burrata Pugliese – A traditional mozzarella filled with a heart of heavy cream, shredded mozzarella and butter. About 0.4 lb. each and beautiful!
Ciliegine- Fresh mozzarella cheese mini – balls 1 oz. each. Perfect for a salad mixed with cherry tomatoes, tuna or black olives.
Ovoline Mozzarella- Fresh mozzarella cheese balls 1/4 lb. each. There are two balls in a container. Perfect for caprese salad!
Cheese Roll with Speck and Arugula – Mozzarella roll with smoked prosciutto and local arugula. Just slice it and eat it as it is. Quick and easy!
Scamorza – This is an aged cheese of the same family as mozzarella. It is dryer and tastier. It is aged for a minimum of two weeks and lasts up to one month.It is perfect in sandwiches, as a pizza topping or grilled. When shredded, it is very similar to the American style of mozzarella in the grocery store only better!
New Items
New items on the market are:
GLUTEN FREE Greek Pasta Salad – A wonderful treat for both the eye and the palette, this salad is full of crisp organic red and yellow peppers, green onions, feta cheese, salami, and spices. made with gluten free pasta
A&A Pumpkin Balsamic Vinegar – A delicate balance of pumpkin, nutmeg & cinnamon with the tart finish of the balsamic vinegar. Seasonal Flavor produce by A&A once a year in a limited quantity. Great way to add a autumn flavor to your pork & chicken breast; Drizzle over cheesecake, brie or any aged cheeses; marinate your pumpkin before roasting and serve with some walnuts! HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
A&A Italian Vinaigrette – This spectacular vinaigrette is made with 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena, and a perfect balance of black pepper & salt. A classic Italian dressing, wonderful to enjoy!! Dip vegetables as cucumber, fennel, radishes, carrots, celery, endives and many more. Wonderful for salad dressing, dipping warm bread, drizzle on your roasted or grill veggies and amazing to drizzle over and/or marinate any red or white meats.
Upcoming Wellness Events
Thyroid and Weight Loss Seminar
Sugar Hill Spine & Wellness
Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM (EDT)
Sugar Hill, GA
Cost: FREE
Register early because seating is limited!
For more information and to register click link: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/thyroid-and-weight-loss-seminar-tickets-13027767403?aff=erelexporg
Pick Up Time Change
The 5pm pick up deadline is temporary and I will change the time back to 6:45 pm starting in late October or early November.
I will send out an update in Mid October – November when we revert back to our normal close time.
Thank you for your understanding!
Upcoming Group Buys
Below is a list of upcoming co-op group buys to help with planning and budgeting. All dates are subject to change.
Green Pasture – Fermented Cod Liver Oils- 10/10/14 – 10/12/14
Great Lakes Gelatin – Collagen Hydrolysate 10/24/14 – 10/26/14
Saltworks – Unrefined Sea Salts – 11/7/14 – 11/9/14
Wilderness Family Naturals – Organic Coconut Oils/Pantry Items – 11/7/14 – 11/9/14
Grass Fed Cheeses – TBD December
We thank you for your interest and support of our efforts to bring you the healthiest, the freshest and the most delicious locally-produced foods possible