Check out our NEW products this week!
Author: Nicole Catenaro
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RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 4/17/19
Equal Exchange Chocolate Bars: Panama, Total Eclipse, Caramel, and Almond & Sea Salt Feel Good Foods: Chicken Potstickers Host Defense Mushrooms & Myco Botanicals: Lion’s Mane, Stamets 7, Reishi, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, Brain & Body, and Brain Energy Matr Boomie Jewelry One Village Coffee: Decaf, Legend, & Artist -
RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 4/10/19
Check out our NEW products this week!
Acure: Seriously Soothing Solid Serum 3in1 
Basil Bandwagon: Algae Based Calcium (180 tablets) 
Basil Bandwagon Bone Broth Protein Powder: Vanilla & Chocolate (1lb & 2lb) 
Earth Mama Sunscreen: Mineral Lotion, Baby Face Mineral Stick, Baby Mineral Lotion, & Kids Uber-Sensitive Mineral Lotion 
Flackers Toasted Seed Crisps: Quinoa and Black Sesame Seed & Black Pepper 
Good Paper Cards 
Helps Teas: Digest, Breathe, & MORE! 
Hydro Flask: Spring Colors! 
Madecasse: Sea Salt & Nibs Dark Chocolate 
MIXT Studios: So many new bags! 
No Cow Protein & Energy Bars: In so many flavors! 
UPrise Foods: Nooch It! 
Purely Elizabeth Grain-Free Bars: Banana Nut Butter & Chocolate Sea Salt 
Rise Relief: Dark & Salty 
SmartyPants: Kids Probiotic Complete Gummies 
Solar Recover: Every Day Moisturizer 
Spero Foods: Chevre & Scramblit 
Worthington: Plant Powered Sausage & Deli Slices -
Produce Recipe of the Week: Vegan Kale Pesto
On sale this week (4/8-4/14): Organic Green Kale $0.99 each!
Who doesn’t love pesto?! Especially since it’s nice to have all year-round! Not only does it go well with pretty much EVERYTHING, but it’s very quick and easy to make. You can also freeze it in an ice cube tray and use them in future recipes to come!
Ingredients
2 Cups Kale, stemmed
1 Cup Parsley, picked
1 Cup Basil, picked
1/4 Cup Raw Sunflower Seeds (we also have this in our bulk section!)
3 Cloves Garlic
3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1/4 Cup Nutritional Yeast (we also have this in our bulk section!)
Salt, to taste
Method
1. If desired, toast sunflower seeds for 8 minutes at 325 degrees F. They will brown quickly so make sure you keep an eye on them.
2. Add dry ingredients together into a food processor and puree. If herbs and kale do not fit together all at once, add these in batches.
3. While pureeing greens after all have been added, drizzle in oil and lemon juice.
4. Taste and season as desired.
5. After 5 days, freeze in ice trays for convenience.
6. Serve with pasta, bread, or any other ingredient to create a wonderful masterpiece, and enjoy!
Before you enjoy your vegan kale pesto, make sure you take a picture of your masterpiece! Post it on social media and tag your favorite produce market, Basil Bandwagon Natural Market! #basilbandwagon #producerecipeoftheweek
For more ideas and photos of this recipe, check out:https://paleoglutenfree.com/recipes/instant-kale-pesto-to-die-for/
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Loving Your Furry Friends is a Walk in the Park!
We love our furry friends so much, that we’ve made today Furry Friend Friday! Our furry friends deserve the best- inside and out. We’ve compiled the top products for 6 different categories that you should be looking deep into to make sure you give your pet nothing but the best. BONUS– this Thursday (4/11/19) is National Pet Day! Make sure you keep an eye out on our social media pages for all of the great pictures of our Basil Furry Friends. DOUBLE BONUS- Our baker, Allie, is making pet friendly treats that will be available at both cafes on Thursday only!
Bath Time
No matter what pet you have, bath time is a necessity (especially during the upcoming rainy season). kin+kind has a variety of products that are very clean (literally and figuratively)! Made with natural and organic ingredients, they have waterless bath shampoos for both cats and dogs, healing clay shampoos for the itchy dog, and for those pets who happen to run across the unfriendly skunk, a shampoo to help de-stink them!
Time to Eat
We all know that when your furry friend is hungry, they’ll tell you. They’ll also tell us if they like what your giving them or not. Thankfully for them (and us too), we have a wide range of both dog and cat food. From dry food to wet food, we have it all. Some brands that we love to give our Basil Furry Friends are Stella & Chewy’s, Tender & True, PetGuard, and Castor & Pollux. Each brand has their own unique quality to them, but every brand is safe to feed your loved ones and keep them by your side for many years to come.
Health Bonus
It’s extremely important to give your pets an added health perk to their diet. Health supplements not only keep them healthy and living a long, loving life, but it also keeps them active and wanting to play with you more! Some supplements that we carry are similar to treats like Happy Hips Jerky and NaturVet’s Omegas so your pets won’t know the difference! We also carry powders that you can sprinkle on their daily meals like Enzymedica’s GI Recovery and kin+kind’s Hip & Joint care.
Ticks Be Gone
‘Tis the season for ticks and we’re prepared. Nantucket Spider and kin+kind have pet friendly flea and tick spray that is not only deet-free but they’re also made with essential oils that are safe! Spray your loved ones from head to paw and worry less!
Play Time
This is everyones favorite time of day. We carry both cat and dog toys that they will fall in love with (but don’t worry, they’ll still love you more than their new favorite toys). Some of our pet toys that we carry are Throwbowl from Paww, Hedgehog from Spot, and catnip monsters from OurPets.
Treats for All
No matter the time of day, make sure you show your pet how much you love them with some treats! No matter the size of your furry friend, we have your perfect, all-natural pet treats ranging in many different flavors! A couple of our favorites are MyDoggy soft baked cookies, Castor & Pollux rawhides, and Buddy Biscuits for cats and dogs!
Regardless of which product you get your furry loved one, make sure you tell us how much you’re in love with your product! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares
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RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 4/3/19
Check out our NEW products this week!
Buddha Teas: Lavender & Ginger Root 
Fountain of Health CBD Smaller Bottles: Tropical Mango, Unflavored, Mint Chocolate, & Blood Orange 
kin+kind pet care: Waterless Bath, Flea & Tick Spray, Itchy Dog Shampoo, Deep Clean Dog Shampoo, Clean Ears, and Hip & Joint Supplement 
Genius Juice Whole Coconut Smoothie: The Original & Turmeric 
Maggie’s Organics Cush Footies (socks) 
Nantucket Spider: Extra Strength Tick, Summer Camp, & Adult 
NatureZway: Bamboo Toilet Paper 
Olivina Men: Shave Cream, Body Moisturizer, All-In-One Body Wash, Shave Gel, Charcoal Face Scrub, and 2-in-1 Shave Prep and Beard Oil 
Oxylent 5-1 Multivitamin Supplement Drink Packets: Sparkling Blackberry Pomegranate, Sparkling Berries, & Sparkling Mandarin 
Desert Essence Toothpaste: Pink Himalayan Salt 
Que Bottle 
Stasher Reusable Storage Bags 
Yooga Superfoods: Strawberry, Blueberry, Vanilla Bean, & Sea Salt Chocolate -
PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: COLD SESAME NOODLES WITH BROCCOLI & KALE
On sale this week (4/1-4/7): Organic Broccoli $2.99 each & Green Kale $1.99 each!
Spring time is the perfect season for new and refreshing recipes, just like this one! BONUS– Not only is it healthy and organic, but there are more savings on top of our produce sales! Also on sale this month, Sky Valley Sriracha for $4.79 each and Lotus Foods Rice Ramen Packets (3oz.) for $1.29 each! DOUBLE BONUS– If you don’t want to buy the large bag of sesame seeds from Shiloh Farms, we also carry them in our bulk section; you can even use your own containers from home too!
Ingredients
1 Large Head of Broccoli, cut into large florets
2 Garlic Cloves, 1 grated finely, 1 sliced thin
1 1/2 Teaspoons Sriracha (we used Sky Valley)
1 Tablespoon Plus 1/2 Cup Red Wine Vinegar (we used Napa Valley)
3/4 Cup Avocado Oil (we used Spectrum)
Salt
Black Pepper
3 Scallions, sliced thin
1 3-inch Piece Ginger, peeled, cut into 1-inch matchsticks
4 Cups Kale, chopped
2 Packages (3oz.) Dried Ramen Noodles (we used Lotus Foods)
Mint Leaves, torn
Sesame Seeds, toasted (we used Shiloh Farms but they’re also in our bulk section)
Method
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2. Toss broccoli with grated garlic, sriracha, 1 tablespoon vinegar, and 1/4 cup avocado oil on rimmed baking sheet.
3. Season with salt and pepper. Roast, toss occasionally, until tender and browned in spots (about 20-25 minutes).
4. Mix scallions, ginger, sliced garlic, salt, pepper, and remaining 1/2 cup vinegar and 1/2 cup avocado oil in large bowl.
5. Add kale and toss to coat thoroughly. Let sit at room temperature at least 15 minutes.
6. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
7. Add noodles and warm broccoli to kale and toss to coat entirely.
8. Divide among bowls and top with mint, sesame seeds, and more scallions.
9. Enjoy!
Before you enjoy your refreshing cold sesame noodles with broccoli & kale, make sure you take a picture of your masterpiece! Post it on social media and tag your favorite produce market, Basil Bandwagon Natural Market! #basilbandwagon #producerecipeoftheweek
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Natural Men’s Care for ALL Men!
Natural men’s care is hard to come by- but we have some! We’ve “covered all your bases” (apologies for the baseball pun) with different options of beard care, total body care, hair care, and facial care. So to help “you guys,” we’ve picked a couple products from four of our men’s care line to make it a little easier to decide what to get yourself (or for the women reading this who want to make their man smell divine).
Make your skin care a ritual, not an obligation!
This brand is EWG verified which means it meets a very high standard. Environmental Working Group (EWG) has a website called Skin Deep where you can get a true rating of all the ingredients in your skin care. In essence, these products are very clean (physically and literally)!
The men’s care products from this company are not only rated well on SkinDeep.com but they work like magic! They cover everything from head-to-toe which is what every man needs!
If you love beer, then here’s a brew for you! What’s cool about these soaps is not only are they made with beer but they can be used for your body, face and hair (“just don’t drink it”)!
This line of men’s care is not only clean but they smell incredible! We carry a wide range of their products like their charcoal face scrub, foaming shave gel, shave cream, all-in-one body wash and more!
Regardless of which product you use, make sure you tell us how much you’re in love with your product! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares
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RECAP: NEW PRODUCT THURSDAY 3/28/19
Check out our NEW products this week!
ColorKitchen: Easter Egg Coloring Kit 
Desert Shadow: Habitat Shampoo & Conditioner 
Enzymedica Fish Oils: Classic Strength, Digestive Relief, Maximum Strength, Sports Performance, & Meriva Curcumin 
Essential Baking Company: Fremont Sourdough & MORE! 
Haven’s Kitchen: Red Pepper Romesco & Herby Chimi-Churri 
Kite Hill: Mushroom Ravioli 
Pili Hunters Activated Pili Nuts: Raw Cacao & Himalayan Salt 
Probulin: Facial Serum, Night Cream, Cleansing Gel, Day Cream, & Marula Eye Cream 
So Delicious Dairy Free Oatmilk Ice Cream: Oatmeal Cookie & Caramel Apple Crumble 
Starseed Bakery: No Sugar Added Grain Free Chocolate Cupcakes -
PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BROCCOLI RABE & PROVOLONE GRINDERS
On sale this week (3/25-3/31): Organic Broccoli Rabe $1.99 each!
Are you craving a sandwich but are tired of the same meat and cheese sandwiches that you have everyday? Look no further! These hearty and delicious broccoli rabe and provolone grinders are not only filling but they are packed with lots of nutrients! BONUS– there are more savings that come with this recipe! Eden Cannellini Beans are on sale for $2.29 per can and Organic Valley Provolone Slices are on sale for $4.49 per pack; both until the end of March! DOUBLE BONUS– we have NEW hoagie, kaiser, & ciabatta rolls as well as loaves from Essential Baking Company! You can mix and match your new favorite sandwich on so many different breads!
Ingredients
White Bean Purée
- 6 Tablespoons Olive Oil, divided
- 3 Garlic Cloves, sliced thin
- 1/2 Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 Can Cannellini (white kidney) Beans With Liquid
- Salt
- Pepper
Sandwiches
- 4 Bunches Broccoli Rabe, trimmed ends
- 1/2 Cup Olive Oil, divided
- 1 Head of Garlic, peeled cloves and sliced thin
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 3 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 8 French rolls, split lengthwise
- 8 oz Provolone, sliced thin
- 1 Red Jalapeño, seeded, sliced very thin
- Salt
- Pepper
Method
White Bean Purée
- In small saucepan on medium-low heat, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until garlic starts to turn golden (about 4 minutes).
- Add cannellini beans with liquid and bring to simmer.
- Cook, stirring frequently, until liquid thickens (about 10 minutes).
- Transfer into food processor and add 3 tablespoons olive oil.
- Process until smooth and season with salt and pepper.
Sandwiches
- In large pot of boiling salted water, cook broccoli rabe (1 bunch at a time) for 2 minutes.
- Transfer onto baking sheet and let cool.
- Squeeze dry and coarsely chop.
- In large pot over medium heat, add 1/4 cup olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook, while stirring frequently, until you can smell the garlic as it turns golden (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add broccoli rabe and cook (stirring frequently) until stems are just tender (about 4-5 minutes).
- Add remaining 1/4 cup oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread on rimmed baking sheet and let cool.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Open rolls and arrange on baking sheets. Drizzle with oil, generously.
- Spread white bean purée on one half of each roll. Add broccoli rabe.
- Top with provolone cheese and jalapeño slices.
- Toast until cheese is melted (about 7-10 minutes).
- Top, slice and enjoy!
Before you enjoy your hearty broccoli rabe & provolone grinders, make sure you take a picture of your masterpiece! Post it on social media and tag your favorite produce market, Basil Bandwagon Natural Market! #basilbandwagon #producerecipeoftheweek
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It’s World Water Day! Are you hydrated?
World Water Day celebrates the importance of freshwater and the sustainable management of freshwater resources. Not only are we celebrating just freshwater itself today, but we are also celebrating all of the ways that we can hydrate our bodies and the amazing options that we have in store. Water comes in all shapes and sizes. What’s an added bonus is that it doesn’t matter the how you drink it, as long as it gets in your body, you’re one step closer to becoming hydrated!
“Make every drop count” and check out our numerous water options available at both Basil Bandwagon locations!
Water Favorite
Eagle’s Peak Spring Water is by far a customer favorite. As soon as we get it in stock, by the end of the day it’s all gone! Next time you’re in store, make sure you grab one (or a case of 6) while you can!
Bottled Water
Our water selection is very large and awesome! There are two waters that are special on our shelves right now. One company is CBD Living Water. Not only is it refreshing but it contains 5mg of CBD per bottle! Another company is WAIĀKEA. WAIĀKEA was founded to create a positive change in the world; for the environment and the people. For every liter of WAIĀKEA that you buy, they will donate 1 week of clean drinking water to those in need!
Water Additions
Are there some days where you don’t feel like drinking plain water? Get spontaneous and add one of these to your water! Laird Superfood has a hydrate coconut water line (which we carry ALL four of their flavors). This line consists of freeze-dried coconut water that you can add and voila, instant coconut water (their flavors are matcha, turmeric, beet, and original). Another option is from SweetLeaf. They have a liquid form called WaterDrops in multiple flavors (we carry raspberry lemonade and peach mango) that is perfect to keep in your bag 24/7.
Water Containers
No matter how you drink it, just make sure you look “cool” when you do! We have many options- one is EcoVessel! Not only does EcoVessel keep your water cold, but they have bottles with strainers and infusers to add water or tea to! Another option we have is our very own Basil Bandwagon Stainless Steel bottles! You can never go wrong so make sure you hop on our bandwagon and grab yours today.
Water Accessories
When you’re on-the-go, you have to make sure that your water is accessible. Sometimes when you’re driving and your bottle is too large to fit in the cup holder, you have to throw the bottle on the passenger seat. So when you make a turn, your bottle goes rolling onto the floor and then you have to go forever without drinking. We’ve all been there but we have the solution! It’s called BottlePro and trust us, you’ll thank us later. We also have rePETe bags from ChicoBag! Not only do they come in easy to carry on-the-go little bags that transform into water carriers, but the bags are made from recycled materials! Very Earth friendly!
Regardless of how you drink your water, make sure you tell us how much you’re in love with your hydrating product! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares