Abigail
Stasher Bowls (all sizes)
Stashers products are just the best. Perfect for leftovers, lunches, dog treats, human treats, and more! Now, Stasher has come out with bowl-shaped versions of their leak-free, sustainable, to-go containers. Perfect for camping or freezing soups.
Mourning Dove
Baby Bok Choy
The new love in my life? Baby bok choy. That’s right, baby. Rinse and place stalks in a pot with a little water and a little tamari. Cover and cook on med-med/hi heat until tender. This is a super easy (and umami-bursting) way to get your greens. Fill the pot, as they will cook down quite a bit.
Bulk Water
I love using our bulk water for drinking and cooking. It tastes great, it’s clean, and it’s super cheap when you refill your own container.
Jess
Willy Street Co-op Celery Juice
Good for inflammation and J-Lo drinks it.
Katherine
Santa Cruz Organic Pure Lemon Juice
I always have one of these in my fridge! It’s wonderful to use for cooking or for making big batches of lemonade. Plus, with no added ingredients it’s a win-win!
Mel
So Delicious Coco Whip
This tasty topping pairs well with our Willy Street Co-op vegan pumpkin pie. It’s delicious and dairy-free!
James
Renard’s Cheese 2-Year Sharp White Cheddar
I’m obsessed with this cheese. It is hands-down one of the absolute best cheddars we have here at the Co-op. Aged, very reasonably priced, local, and sharp yet smooth. I love this for grilled cheeses, on eggs in the morning, or mixed in with my pizza blend. It’s also a great addition to any charcuterie board! Seriously, just try it, you’ll be hooked too!
Amanda
Wisconsin Meadows Grass-Fed Uncured Beef Hot Dogs
Their member farms are committed to producing high quality, sustainably raised beef for Wisconsin. These hot dogs taste great, and I love them as chili cheese dogs. Also great for camping and roasting over an open fire!!
Benjamin
Madison Sourdough Croissant
Light and buttery, this croissant can take any morning to the next level. This flaky and subtly sweet pastry is the perfect complement to a cup of coffee or goes even better with a breakfast of eggs and avocado. Treat yourself to one today!
Earthbound Farm Organic Spring Mix
This delicious salad mix makes entertaining a breeze! Dinner party for 12 and you’re stressed about the main course? At least you don’t have to worry about the salad! It’s triple-washed, organic, and ready to go! Just throw it in a bowl and place some olive oil and balsamic vinegar on the table and let your guests dress it themselves. (How European!)
Piper
De La Calle! Ginger Manzana Tepache
I just tried this for the first time and it’s my new favorite! Wonderful spiced apple cider taste with plenty of ginger and fizz. It has the complexity of a mixed drink without the alcohol. Do yourself a favor and try one!
Hallie
Baba’s Pita Puffs or Whole Wheat Pita Pockets
I really dig the pita puffs! They are snack-size, come in a resealable bag, and they are fluffy and light. I also love the regular whole wheat pitas for making sandwiches. THEY ACTUALLY HAVE A POCKET THAT’S EASY TO FILL!
Wisco Pop! Grapefruit Soda
This is great alone but AMAZING with vodka or tequila, especially on a hot summer evening. Salt the rim first and it’s even fancier and more balanced. Too many, though, and you may lose your balance!
The Incense Match
I love nice smells, but sensory-wise I LOATHE overpowering smells. I really like these incense matches because its not overpowering like a whole stick of incense can be. They are not expensive, so I buy a handful at a time and leave a few in the bathroom and kitchen. They even fit in your pocket and make great little gifts!
Wisconsin Meadows Tenderloins
Small but mighty!!! These amazing tenderloins/filet mignons are so tasty and tender. Perfect for grilling or pan-searing. One of the best steaks you can buy—you may never go to a steakhouse again!
Matt
Organic Red Beets
It’s a well-known fact in the food world that beets are delicious, but some of you still choose not to eat them. Come on.....they’re good for you. No? If you’re a card-carrying beet hater, please try the beet/tahini/goat cheese axis. I’ve actually converted several stubborn anti-beet types into shameless beet lovers by adding some nice goat cheese and a savory lemon tahini dressing to the roasted red roots they refuse to touch, usually with some quinoa or in a wrap. You’d be amazed at how they sniff skeptically and try a bite, then thank me and apologize for being so pigheaded.
Dr. Bronner’s Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner
This awesome all-purpose cleaner is non-toxic and biodegradable, has a heavenly aroma of spruce and Siberian fir, and is adorned with a rant of spiritual uplift from the company’s founder Emmanuel Bronner (1908-1997), reminding you of the essential unity, goodness, and power of humanity as you’re sopping up your household’s slop and detritus.
Liz
Wisco Pop! Organic Grapefruit Soda
The most delicious beverage in the world. Sweet but not too sweet. Tangy grapefruit with a hint of lime. Super refreshing and so so good!
Nancy
Spindrift Sparking Water and Real Squeezed Fruit
After a 40-year love affair with classic Coke (140 calories per can!) and plenty of scolding from my doctor and dentist, I reluctantly agreed to look elsewhere for a beverage that would tame my never-satisfied sweet tooth. Diet soda leaves an evil aftertaste in my mouth and I’m highly suspicious of the “natural” synthetic fruit flavoring found in many national sparkling water brands.
Enter Spindrift real fruit-squeezed sparkling water! With 11 flavors ranging in calories from 2-17 per can, each 8-pack lists how many pieces of real fruit were squeezed to make it. Every time I drink one, I am impressed that this product helped me lose and keep off 25 pounds!
Melissa
Forage Kitchen Kombucha
I prefer my booch to have lots of fizz. These new kombuchas from Forage Kitchen down on State Street here in Madison are certainly fizzy—and they have been filtered, so they won’t contain floating blobs which is good for those that don’t enjoy the SCOBY bits. I also like that they are 12 ounces rather than 16. Plus, the can makes it easier to bring along to places you can’t have glass bottles, like swimming pools, city parks, and some beaches. And why wouldn’t you want to enjoy a nice, cold ‘booch in any of those locales?
Lacey
Bubbie’s Pure Kosher Dill Pickles
I’ve done the pickle taste test for you, and these are the winner. They’re crispy, savory, and addicting. The brine is really good in bloody marys too.
Forrest
Willy Street Co-op Pizza Dough and Willy Street Co-op Pizza Sauce
Almost every week I find an easy, affordable meal to make using these locally produced products. I’ve found that size of packaged dough and sauce makes two or more pizzas for a lot less than delivery. Best yet, you can clear out the leftovers in your fridge on top of a pizza! (Cooks well on a cookie sheet with oil. Put the cheese on last after 5-8 minutes of cooking time for best results.)
Amy
The Grandpa Soap Co. Pine Tar Shampoo
I love how it smells, it lathers up nicely, and it has Pioneer Power from 1878! Tarnation!
Just Ice Tea Honey Green Tea
Honest Tea was bought out by Coca-Cola and then they decided to discontinue them. The original founders have brought them back as Just Ice Tea. They are committed to Fair Trade practices, organic certification, and using less sugar. Try one of your favorite flavors and you might find them even tastier than before!
Shawn
Sea Best Breaded Clam Strips
Following directions isn’t always my forte, but follow the cooking directions on the box and you’ll be pleasantly suprised. The breading gets to a golden brown with delicious flavor, and most of the clam pieces aren’t skimpy at all. For the price, you should definitely give these a try! Cocktail sauce or tarter sauce both complement nicely.
Laura
Fresh Figs
I pretty much live on fresh figs at this time of year!!! Juicy and filling, great on yogurt with granola or just one after the other after the other after the other....
Tres Latin Foods Pupusas
These stuffed corn tortilla pockets have become my absolute favorite lunch item! You can just pop them on the stove-top for a total of 8 minutes and they can be eaten on-the-go. They are gluten-free and have vegetarian and vegan options available!
Beyond Good Salted Caramel Chocolate
Their brand name says it all... take your s’mores to the next level.