Christmas at the Co-op: Yes, Virginia, There is a Samichlaus! (0)

It seems like only yesterday that the Big Beer Behemoths were loudly touting the “freshness” of their product, with prominent placement on bottles and cans of “Best Before” dates by which consumers should quaff their brewskis or risk “skunky beer” – or the even more dreaded “bitter beer face.”  Given the millions of dollars in advertising invested [...]

Foodie Tuesday: Hands Across the Water (0)

While in France, I had many opportunities to talk to my friends and family about my job as Culinary Educator at the Boise Co-op. The subject seemed to open up very interesting and insightful conversations regarding the choices we all have to make as consumers.  Even though buying local has always been part of the [...]

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding the Upcoming Boise Co-op Remodel (0)

What exciting changes are in store the upcoming Boise Co-op remodel?

Boise Co-op conducted several customer surveys over the last year and we are taking action on many of your suggestions. It was clear that shoppers would like to see a number of changes to the Co-op while keeping its unique spirit alive [...]

Calling Dr. Love Grass (0)

What makes the story of teff so fascinating is the fact that aside from the Great Riff Valley of Africa, the center for its cultivation just so happens to be located in southwest Idaho.

I love to point out local products to Boise Co-op customers. Depending on where in the store I encounter our shoppers, the [...]

Christmas at the Co-op: A Basket of Lovely (0)

While buying cosmetics for someone on your holiday gift list may seem like over-stepping the intimacy line, there are tried and true beauty products that are always appropriate for giving — especially during winter.  If you’re stuck for gift ideas, putting together a basket of these delights, nestled into a colorful scarf or woolen hat [...]

Sushi Catering Menu (0)

Planning a home or office party? Tired of fried foods and chips? Now you can have delicious and healthy Sushi at your next event! Made to order, your sushi platter will be prepared with the freshest fish and all organic produce.
All platters come with wasabi, pickled ginger, soy sauce and chopsticks. Please mention any allergies [...]

It’s Barn Raisin’ Time! (0)

“There are a lot of people who are working to make this a better planet – Peaceful Belly happens to be doing it through farming.” — Matt Fuxan

To Boise Co-op Fresh Foods Manager Matt Fuxan, Peaceful Belly Farm is so much more than a “supplier.”
“Peaceful Belly Farm has been a leader in the local food [...]

Christmas at the Co-op: Book ‘em, Dano! (0)

If you added up the years of collective wisdom that resides among our Vitamin Department employees, I’m pretty sure you would easily go back to the Co-op’s founding date of 1973.  And it’s a darn good thing that this knowledge base is available, considering the breadth of our product selection.  As any of our loyal Vitamin Department [...]