Kyla
Guayaki Revel Berry Yerba Maté
I have one of these at the beginning of every shift and it is the perfect amount of caffeine to get me through the day. The flavor is delicious (I am not a fan of sweet teas). It is sweet enough to balance the tea’s natural earthiness, and the berry flavor is neutral enough not to clash.
Kelsey
Underwood Wines Strawberry Cooler
This canned wine is the perfect summertime drink for sitting outside in the sunshine and relaxing. It’s light, it’s sweet, and the can is pretty.
Benjamin
Klarbrunn Pomelo Grapefruit Sparkling Water
The refreshing grapefruit flavor always hits the spot! This is such a nice treat any time of day and always gives me a little boost. Give it a try!
Kalamata Olives from the Olive Bar
These are the tastiest olives I’ve ever had! They’re so much better than canned olives. I love being able to purchase just a small portion of them from the olive bar to go on pizzas or sometimes even in homemade hummus. So delicious!
Willy Street Co-op Curry Mango Chicken Salad
The best chicken salad I’ve ever had! The mango chutney along with celery and almonds is a winning combination! I love putting it on crackers for an afternoon snack and it’s also great on sandwiches.
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?
Jess
Westby French Onion Dip
Love this dip with potato chips! Great snack to bring to a barbecue!
Gazela Vinho Verde
Like Pinot Grigio? You’ll love Gazela. Light, fresh, and slightly bubbly wine from Portugal.
Lindsey
Alden’s Organic Salted Caramel Ice Cream
This is my FAVORITE ice cream sold at the Co-op. It’s organic, oh-so-creamy, and has an amazing flavor profile! Add a few nuts or some chocolate sauce for a true treat.
Joe
Primal Kitchen Salad Dressings
I like these dressings because they taste good and are made with healthier avocado oil instead of soy.
Kelly
Yumbutter Almond Butter
Easy to take on-the-go, delicious on crackers, and a good source of protein.
Alanna
Mineral Fusion Radiance Illuminating Powder
I LOVE THIS POWDER. I have sensitive skin, so I can be wary about makeup products. This however, has only lead to glowy skin! I really like the versatility in this quad. You can use the components by themselves or swirl them all together for a natural highlight. I cannot recommend this enough!!!
Lily
Badger Sunscreen
I love that it works so well with my skin, and that it’s so strong! Their SPF 30 is like American SPF 70, and it’s coral safe!
James
Chocolate Shoppe Zanzibar Chocolate Ice Cream
If you’re a fan of chocolate ice cream but have never had this particular flavor by Chocolate Shoppe, you are SERIOUSLY missing out! Regular chocolate ice cream doesn’t even compare to this stuff. Zanzibar is on a whole new level of chocolate.
Meghan
Niman Ranch Pepperoni, Provolone, and Dark Chocolate Snack Pack
This is the perfect protein-filled snack. The meat and cheese pair well together, and the chocolate covered almonds add a little sweetness, which is always welcome! Available at West and North only.
Sara
Jeni’s Ice Cream Brown Butter Almond Brittle Ice Cream
This is the most delicious ice cream I’ve ever had! It’s made with rich buttercream ice cream and chunks of almond brittle. It’s a wonderful mixture of sweet, salty, and crunchy deliciousness. However, if buttercream and almond brittle don’t sound delicious to you, I would suggest trying my second favorite flavor of Jeni’s Ice Cream—Brambleberry Crisp. This one is a made with vanilla ice cream, chunks of oven-toasted, brown sugar oat streusel, and has brambleberry jam swirled throughout. These are my favorite flavors, but there are several other flavors to pick from, give them all a try! Treat Yourself!
Klean Kanteen Camp Mugs
I love the NEW Klean Kanteen camp mugs! The name says it all—they are perfect for camping!! Available in four colors and you can choose a solid color or one with a laser-etched mountain scene. They are made from certified 90% post-consumer recycled 18/8 stainless steel, and they are dishwasher safe and BPA-free. Another reason I like to purchase and support Klean Kanteen is because they are a family- and employee-owned business.
Caitlyn
Ferndale Market Uncured Turkey Snack Sticks
These turkey sticks have quickly become one of my favorite snacks on-the-go. Ferndale is a long-established farm that raises free-range turkeys, and although they are not considered local within the Co-op’s definition, they are just over the river in Minnesota.
Amanda
Wisconsin Meadows Uncured Beef Hotdogs
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!
Superior Fresh Farm-Raised Wisconsin Salmon
This fish is so fresh and delicious. I like to grill, broil, or bake this fish. But my ultimate favorite thing to do with this is to make homemade lox. It melts in your mouth!
Leah
Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Drink Mix
Talk about a flavor burst! These pocket-sized packets of drink mix are perfect for when you need a boost of electrolytes. I especially love the grape flavor. Good for on-the-go, stashed in your bag for optimum hydration!
Abigail
Equal Exchange Coconut Milk 55% Chocolate Bar
At last! A creamy, flavorful, smooth, non-dairy chocolate bar that is 98% Fair Trade. It is delicious, with a tad of coconut flavor and notes of caramel peeking through. This bar is also made with coconut sugar which has a low glycemic index. It is dairy-free, although you might not believe it. I can’t wait to use this chocolate in a s’more!
Amy
Bhuja Original Snack Mix
A little bit spicy cracker mix full of flavors and textures, this kinda-storta replaces the Tex Mex mix that we used to have in Bulk. Even better though, the Bhuja mix has crunchy peas and just a few chewy raisins. Incidentally, a “Bhuja” in Buddhism and Hinduism is a many-armed deity and means “arm” or “shoulder” in Sanskrit.
Willy Street Co-op Salad Bar
So grateful to have you here, Salad Bar Jr.! Now available at East!
Angelica
Watermelon Hi Ball
Hi Ball hit the sweet spot on this one. No sugar (thus avoiding the crash), yet easy to drink. By far, the most palatble Hi Ball. If you need a serious pick-me-up, this is your answer!
LuSa Lavender, Chamomile, and Ylang Ylang Sugar Scrub
Have you ever wanted to feel wealthy beyond compare? The smell of this exfoliating and moisturizing scrub will transport you to the proverbial Lap of Luxury.
Steffry
El Rey Lemon Tostaditas Chips
The nacho lemon flavor is DELICIOUS!!! They are great for dipping with my favorite Salpica Hot Chipotle Garlic, Off The Block Salsa, or just plain!
Laura
Dandies Vegan Marshmallows
I really can’t tell the difference between these and regular marshmallows. They are just as tasty toasted on a s’more and don’t have any dyes or additives.
Taste Republic Gluten-Free Tortellini
Are you gluten-free and haven’t had tortellini for longer than you remember?! Madison-based pasta company Taste Republic has your salvation! This tortellini is delicious and holds together well (gluten-free people will know what I’m talking about). My favorite meal lately has been to toss this with our house-made parsley pesto, some ripe heirloom tomatoes, avocado, and some shredded Sartori cheese—YUM!
Carr Valley Goat Cheddar Stix
I love having these along on a road trip, hike, or as a quick treat around the house! The cheddar will hold up for at least a few hours out of refrigeration—enough time for you to reach the summit of your hike in time for a great snack!
Mourning Dove
Fennel
I’m pretty new to the world of fennel, but I recently tried juicing it, and there’s no turning back now. Adding it to freshly juiced oranges, spearmint, and greens may just rock your world.
Red Grapes
Red grapes + frozen bananas + lemon + water = pink lemonade smoothie. Perfect for a hot summer day! Or pop some in the freezer for an hour for a slightly frozen and refreshing dose of vitamin K.