Quince & Apple Shallot Confit with Red Wine
The sweet shallots and full body of the red wine are perfect together. I have to stop myself from eating it right from the jar with a spoon, if you can wait that long it’s great on some lovely local bread with cheese. -Piper, Front End
Shady Maple Acres and New Traditions Homestead Local Organic Heirloom Tomatoes
So many incredible heirloom tomatoes to choose from, each with its own unique characteristics! The kaleidoscope of colors brightens up any summer salad. I love using them for BLTs, Caprese salad, and grilled chicken tomato pesto sandwiches. They’re so yummy! -Andy, Purchasing
Water Street Deli Pita Chips
I was so excited when we brought these into the Co-op. I first discovered them elsewhere, and they immediately became my favorite pita chip ever. Flaky and full of flavor. And locally made in Eau Claire! -Melissa, Purchasing
Willy Street Co-op Vichyssoise
Delicious potato leek soup. Great hot or cold. -Zach, Production Kitchen
Dashelito’s Sweet Heat Hot Pepper Sauce
Up your sandwich game with some candied jalapeño peppers from Dashelito’s. It’s got the perfect balance of sweetness and smoky spice. -Nico, Grocery
Olden Organics Guacamole
Let there be NO other substitutes when it comes to packaged guacamole. This tastes like the real deal…fresh and local! Perfect to take to a party or gathering when you don’t have time to whip anything together. -Jesse, Front End
Westby 4% Small Curd Cottage Cheese
Delicious and nutritious! Boost your daily intake of protein while supporting local Wisconsin farms at the same time when you eat this fantastic cottage cheese. I’m guilty of dipping ridged potato chips in this, but try tomatoes or peppers for an even healthier snack! -Jake, Produce
One Love Bread
We love big sourdough loaves in our house and were excited to give One Love a try. The Alaskan Sourdough loaf is so good! Chewy and crunchy in all the best ways. It disappeared slice by slice and we can’t wait to try other varieties. Jalapeño cheddar will be next! – Stacey, Front End
Four Elements Calendula Orange Lip Balm
It’s made with minimally processed ingredients (with the primary ingredient being olive oil), and it’s locally made. The wonderful orange aroma and silky smooth texture don’t hurt either! -Micky, Purchasing
LüSa Organics Tofani (Naughty) Soap
This is hands down my favorite soap on the planet. Whenever I use it, the smell of vetiver, Australian sandalwood, and ylang ylang take me to a happy place. -Philip, Produce
Willy Street Co-op Vegan Samosa Empanada
The crust is just slightly sweet, and the filling is well spiced and flavorful without being overwhelmingly spicy. I don’t normally seek out vegan food, but this empanada is extremely delicious and an easy go-to meal! -Renee, Production Kitchen
Roelli Dunbarton Blue Cheese
This fine, locally made English-style cheddar has a touch of blue to it and is pretty delicious. The blue flavor is mild and subtle and not overpowering, so it’s a good option for the blue-cheese-curious. -Matt, Cheese
Untitled Art Strawberry Goodwell CBD Sparkling Water
Feeling thirsty and stressed? Try one of these delicious CBD waters. With all the external stressors going on in our world, sometimes you need something that helps calm your nervous system. These are locally produced and the flavors are all really good. My go-to is the strawberry. -Francis, Facilities
Vitruvian Farm Lion’s Mane Mushrooms
Lion’s Mane are wonderfully versatile mushrooms renowned for both their culinary and medicinal uses. They’re great for brain health, memory, and mood—plus they provide a uniquely chewy and dense texture when tossed into a stir-fry or sautéed for a salad. I love supporting Vitruvian Farms, a local organic mushroom farm, while reaping the benefits of these mushrooms in their purest and least-processed form. -Juliet, General Merchandise
La Cosecha Salsa
Delicious fresh, locally made salsa packed with flavor. Willy East only. -Eric, Grocery
Willow Creek Farms Cottage Bacon
BLT for dinner? Go Cottage Bacon and you will never go back. Level up, add an avocado. You WILL thank me! -Amanda, Customer Experience
The Cider Farm Equinox
The Cider Farm has a fascinating story. They’ve imported select European apple varieties rich in tannins. While these apples aren’t great for fresh eating, they’re perfect for crafting exceptional cider! If you enjoy hops, their Equinox cider offers a surprising depth of complexity. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a hoppy beer or a crisp, dry wine. -Max, Communications
Rushing Waters Salmon Burgers
This is a local company that makes a lot of great fish products. The frozen salmon burgers are great for me because I don’t have to worry about them going bad if I don’t eat them right away without sacrificing any quality in the product. They are also quick and easy to prepare for any time of day. -Justin, Produce
Donkey Brands Salted Donkey Chips
Great dipper, great price, and solid. They can hold whatever you want to dip them into, or great on their own! The perfect tortilla chip. -Noah, Logistics
Hidden Springs Creamery Cranberry Cinnamon Driftless Cheese
This sheep milk cheese is creamy, delicious, and nutritious. Perfect for enjoying on crackers, layered on toast, or with a medjool date. Hidden Springs is a family-owned creamery in Wisconsin. -Zoe, Front End
Salvatore’s Tomato Pies Cheese or Pepperoni Tomato Pies
Salvatore’s—a mouthwatering delicacy. Not only is this business local, but all products are cooked and prepared with local ingredients. Crispy around the edges and doughy in the middle. It’s the perfect pizza if you ask me. -Circe, Grocery
Willy Street Co-op Lemon Cheesecake Bars
Once you have a taste of these, there’s no going back. You will crave the tartness from the lemon and the creaminess from the cheese cake. Such flavors should be illegal! When I’m craving something sweet, these little squares of heaven do not disappoint. Take small bites if you’d like, or just munch the whole thing down! -Carmelo, Produce
