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A Port Townsend Food Co-op Blog

Whether you're passionate about healthy recipes, sustainability initiatives, local giving programs, or supporting local farms, we’ve got something for you. Stay connected with the latest co-op news, learn how we’re making a difference in the community, and discover how you can get involved. Join us as we promote eco-friendly living and share the best in organic, local food."

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A Victorian Thanksgiving

As we gather for Thanksgiving, let’s honor the diverse influences that shape this imperfect yet important holiday. Yes, history is complex and its stories flawed, but Thanksgiving remains an opportunity to give and gather. Through food and feast, we continue to connect with history, culture, and each other.

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Honoring Dads who Cook

In our community, there are many versions of dads in the kitchen. From professional chefs to occasional sous chefs and backyard grillers, dads who bake pies and sourdough loaves, brew ale, and make kimchi. Dads who grow their own gardens, hunt, and fish. Dads who explore the cuisines of other cultures and prepare daily meals on top of full-time work and parenting. Every culinary dad I know is passionate about some niche gourmet subject or another.

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Heart Healthy Treats You’ll Love

A treat’s an out of the ordinary occasion. Not hunger easing like the mid-morning snack, but a respite, a reward and a pleasurable experience. We have the power to influence and change our family’s treats for good reasons, while ensuring that they remain delicious.  

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What Worked for Me in 2023

If you’re serious about improving your culinary skills, then sit down with a cup of coffee close to the new year and reflect on what you’ve learned. Sidonie Shares with us what she’ll be doing in her Kitchen in 2024.

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Winter Solstice Recipes

This symbolic time of rebirth and renewal is a magical opportunity to cook up traditions that will see us through our darkest season. Sidonie offers us some beautiful recipes perfect for the season.

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Holiday Jingle Without The Jangle

Years ago, I remade Christmas cooking for myself. Little by little, I decided what mattered and let the rest go. And what did matter? — peaceful, contemplative cookie baking while listening to Christmas albums. A big bowl of bright oranges, with amaryllis and paperwhites blooming on the kitchen counter. Singing carols and laughing with my sons while cooking. Cuddling up with my husband and watching the twinkling tree lights in the dark. Having extended family over to make gingerbread. Perfecting my Panettone and Stollen sweet breads and gifting them to whoever comes by. Enjoying this special dedicated time with those I love, and realizing that it’s a lot more about presence than presents.

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Making Soup the Lazy Genius Way

I recently discovered “The Lazy Genius” podcast, hosted by Kendra Adachi, and am enjoying each episode. Her motto is — Embrace what matters, ditch what doesn’t and get stuff done. She’s also written “The Lazy Genius Way”, and “The Lazy Genius Kitchen”. I relate to her organizational approach, and am sharing her principles using soup making as our prompt.

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Tarragon Tour

Tarragon in cuisines other than French? Yes! Tarragon is beloved worldwide. See All the unique ways Tarragon can make a dish.

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