I’ve signed up for hundreds of things in my life: newsletters, clubs, rewards programs, you name it. Most of these were uneventful occasions. A dusty memory stored in a file cabinet in the back corner of my mind. However, that was not the case when I became a member of the People’s Food Co-op. I can remember when, and most importantly who I was with.

The next time you’re at the Co-op and the sweet tooth hits, swing by the Frozen section and check out the amazing selection of ice cream and treats. We’re introducing you to five frozen treats that you might not have tried before. Who knows, maybe you’ll find a new favorite! (pssst…it’s okay to have lots of favorites when it comes to ice cream.)

Something about a grill out feels so essentially “summer.” Maybe it’s because we’re cooped up for so long in the winter, that grilling our food outdoors feels really special! It can be easy to get stuck in a rut when you are grilling; burgers, chicken, or maybe the occasional steak. We have a few ideas to spice things up on your grilling menu with these 5 grilling ideas.

People’s Food Co-op is not just a grocery store; it’s a community grocery store. PFC is community owned—by its owners, your neighbors and friends. Also, when you shop at PFC, you’re supporting Rochester, MN and La Crosse, WI area local farmers, producers, and business owners. Over 20% of our total sales come from local products. At PFC, more of your dollars stay in the area to grow our local economy.

We’re rounding out National Dairy Month and we would be remiss if we didn’t shine the spotlight on cheese. The world has a love affair with cheese and it’s easy to see why. From delicate to robust, crunchy to smooth, cheese enhances almost any meal, can be eaten as a snack or treat, and can also replace most meals, including dessert.

Neng Vue is PFC–Rochester’s ACE Sushi chef. She’s been making sushi for about four years. She picked up her culinary training working for Hennepin Country Hospital as a caterer and a friend introduced her to sushi cooking. She found sushi preparation wasn’t hard to learn with the experience she already had.

Celiac Disease is not an allergy, but is an immune reaction to eating gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. For those with celiac disease, eating gluten causes an immune reaction that damages the intestines and prevents the body from absorbing nutrients, resulting in a myriad of other problems. Celiac Disease has only one treatment—a lifelong adherence to a gluten free diet.

The owner sale is here! People’s Food Co-op is celebrating our owners by offering 20% off ONE shopping trip April 22 - 24. If you’re an owner, you already know about the incredible benefits of ownership such as a 5% discount on 12 shopping trips a year, a monthly 20% off wellness discount, monthly stock up sales, discounted prices on classes, and now, add Owner Sale to the list!

April 22, 2022 is Earth Day! Here at PFC, taking care of our Earth is an essential part of our ongoing mission to work together to build a sustainable community. To help with that mission, we have 8 easy product swaps to reduce waste.