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  • Going Camping? Grab These Necessities!

    Going Camping? Grab These Necessities!

    Tomorrow (8/3/19) is National Campfire Day! To celebrate all things camping- we’ve decided to share some of our favorites when we’re living outdooooorsssss- *cue singing voice.*

    S’mores!

    Have you ever tried a coffee s’more!? Next time you’re sitting by the campfire, switch out your milk chocolate for some espresso chocolate from Endangered Species or a little cafe mocha hemp chocolate from Rise Relief! Trust us, you’ll thank us later.

    Bug & Sun

    Make sure you’re covered! During the day, use All Good’s Sunscreen Spray to protect you from the sun’s rays. At night, keep away the ticks and mosquitos with Nantucket Spider’s deet-free repellents!

    Be Sustainable Everywhere

    Keep your campsites clean by using drink containers from HydroFlask and stainless steel cutlery from Conscious Cutlery!

    Less Waste = Happy Earth

    No matter which product you use while you’re camping, let us know! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares

  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: GRILLED APRICOTS WITH HONEY & RICOTTA

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: GRILLED APRICOTS WITH HONEY & RICOTTA

    On sale this week (7/29-8/4): Organic Apricots $3.99 lb!

    This is a great light, sweet treat that’s simple to whip up! Use as an appetizer, dessert, or even breakfast!

    Ingredients

    6 Apricots

    1/2 Cup Ricotta (or more)

    Local Honey

    4-8 Basil Leaves

    Method

    1. Heat grill on high.

    2. Half and pit apricots.

    3. Once grill is hot, char and grill mark apricots, flip and grill another 30 seconds to warm through.

    4. Place three halves on plate and top with ricotta and drizzle with local honey.

    5. Garnish with basil leaves end enjoy!

    Additional Suggestions: along with honey, drizzle balsamic syrup on fruit; top with prosciutto; or serve with fresh baby greens (i.e. arugula).

    Before you enjoy your light and sweet grilled apricots with honey and ricotta, 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

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 7/24/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 7/24/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Amazing Grass Protein & Kale Powders: Smooth Chocolate, Honey Roasted Peanut, & Simply Vanilla
    FusionBrands: Cover Blubber Clear Multi 3Pak
    Dr. Bronner’s Pure Castile Soap Travel Size
    Glee Gum: Sugar-free Tart Candies
    Garden of Life: Grass Fed Collagen Peptides (Unflavored)
    Manitoba Harvest HempYeah Bars: Dark Chocolate Cacao & Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt
    Nature’s Path Nut Butter Cereal: Almond and Coconut & Cashew
    So Delicious Oatmilk Yogurt: Spiced Pear & Fig, Triple Berry, Strawberry Rhubarb, and Sweet Mango
    So Delicious: Coconutmilk Ice Cream Sandwiches
    Wtrmln Sportwtr: Citrus & Lemon Lime
  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: MANGO AVOCADO SALSA

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: MANGO AVOCADO SALSA

    On sale this week (7/22-7/28): Organic Tommy Atkins Mangoes 5 for $5!

    Salsa is the perfect snack, side, topping, or even small meal that you can have all year round! The best part is that you can mix and match different fruits and veggies to make your salsa catered to your cravings. With the hot weather we’ve been having lately, we were craving something light and refreshing- so check out our recipe below for our mango avocado salsa!

    Pair with our fresh North Atlantic salmon (available Thursdays-Sundays)!

    Ingredients

    1 Avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced

    1 Ripe Tommy Atkins Mango, peeled, pitted, and diced

    4 Scallions, chopped

    1/4 Cup Cilantro, finely chopped

    1 Jalapeño, seeded and minced

    2 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice

    1 Tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

    1/2 Teaspoon Coarse Salt

    Method

    1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.

    2. Serve with chips or top on fish and enjoy!

    Before you enjoy your refreshing mango avocado salsa, 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

  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: STONE FRUIT SANGRIA

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: STONE FRUIT SANGRIA

    On sale this week (7/15-7/21): Organic White Peaches & Nectarines $2.99 lb. & Red Cherries 5.49 lb.!

    Sangria is the drink you need to have all summer long! The taste of the incredible fresh, organic white peaches, white nectarines, plums, and red cherries mixed with the white wine and ginger ale are the perfect combination in each glass. Please note: this recipe does contain alcohol and is not sold at any Basil Bandwagon locations. Must be age 21 and over. Please drink responsibly.

    Ingredients

    1 White Peach, halved, pitted, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges

    1 White Nectarine, halved, pitted, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges

    1 Plum, halved, pitted, and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges

    16 Cherries, pitted

    4 Cups (32 ounces) Ginger Ale, chilled

    1 Bottle (750 ml) dry white wine

    Ice

    Method

    1. In a large pitcher, combine white peach, white nectarine, plum, cherries, and white wine together.

    2. Stir to combine and refrigerate 1 hour (or up to overnight).

    3. To serve, add ginger ale and ice.

    4. Enjoy!

    Before you enjoy your refreshing stone fruit sangria, 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

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT MONDAY 7/15/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT MONDAY 7/15/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Amazing Grass Powders: Kale, Supergreens, & Grass and Shrooms
    Angelic Bakehouse: Rye Bread & Dinner Rolls
    Barnana Plantain Chips: Himalayan Pink Sea Salt, Acapulco Lime, & Brazilian Barbecue
    CLEAN Cause Yerbamate: Blackberry & Peach
    Little Secrets: Milk Chocolate Wafers, Dark Chocolate Wafers, Dark Chocolate Pieces, & Peanut Butter Pieces
    Tree Hugger Gum: Peppermint & Spearmint
  • DIY Bug Bite Balm!

    DIY Bug Bite Balm!

    Everyone loves summertime, from swimming in the pool, to going on hikes, and having lots of outdoor parties and barbecues. The one downside to being outside… getting bug bites! We tried this DIY Bug Bite Balm and we had to share with everyone! The “pulling” action from the activated charcoal helps remove the toxins from the stings and bites, while the soothing properties from the lavender essential oil help the inflammation and itching. Plus, the coconut oil and shea butter offer a nice anti-bacterial and rejuvenating effect (respectively).

    Ingredients

    3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil

    1 ½ Tablespoons Shea Butter

    15-21 Drops of Organic Lavender Essential Oil

    1 Tablespoon Activated Charcoal (grab some from our bulk section!)

    1 Reusable Container (we used U-Konserve’s Big Mini Stainless Steel Container)

    Method

    1. Melt down coconut oil and shea butter.

    2. Once fully melted, add essential oil and activated charcoal. Mix well!

    3. Carefully spoon the liquid into reusable container. Allow to rest for 2-3 hours.

    4. When needed, rub the balm on the affected area, allowing it to run into the skin. Place a bandage on top of the balm and allow it to work its magic before rinsing off later.

    NOTE: During extremely hot days, you want to make sure to keep your new bug bite balm in a cool spot so it doesn’t melt.

    Tell us how much you love your DIY Bug Bite Balm and where you take it on-the-go! Leave us a note, email us, tag us on social media, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares

  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: REFRESHING MANGO LASSI

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: REFRESHING MANGO LASSI

    On sale this week (7/8-7/14): Organic Mangoes 5 for $5!

    Now that we’re in full swing summer mode, it’s time for some summer drinks! This Refreshing Mango Lassi is the perfect start to your morning or even to cool down after a long day in the hot sun. Bonus- Blue Diamond Almond Milk is on sale this month for $3.49!

    Ingredients

    1 Cup Fresh Mango, chopped

    1 Cup Yogurt

    1/2 Cup Almond Milk (can also use milk, coconut milk, or soy milk)

    1 Teaspoon sugar, or to taste

    1/4 Teaspoon Cardamom Powder

    4-5 Ice Cubes

    Pistachios, to garnish (optional)

    Saffron Strands, to garnish (optional)

    Method

    1. Blend together yogurt with mango, milk, sugar, cardamom powder, and ice cubes until smooth.

    2. Pour mango lassi into glasses. Garnish with pistachios (optional).

    3. Serve chilled and enjoy!

    Before you enjoy your refreshing mango lassi, 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 pictures and ideas from this recipe, click here: https://www.cookwithmanali.com/mango-lassi/

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT FRIDAY 7/5/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT FRIDAY 7/5/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Wedderspoon: Apple Cider Vinegar Drink with Manuka Honey
    Ambrosia Honey Co: Amber Harvest
    La Dolce Vita: Almond Biscotti
    Califia FarmS: Ubermilk
    Cappello’s: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
    Core Bar Overnight Oat Bar + Probiotics: SO MANY FLAVORS!
    Creative Energy Candles: Mountain Grove & Tarocco Orange
    Booda Butter Eco Balms: Cocoa, Naked, & Mint
    Good To Go Keto Bars: Raspberry Lemon, Vanilla Almond, & Cinnamon Pecan
    Birch Benders: Keto Pancake Mix
    Natural Hope Herbals: Jewelweed Spray and Chickweed & Plantain Salve
    Big Dipper Wax Works Candles: Forest, Meadow, & Desert
  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BROCCOLI SALAD WITH GRAPES!

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BROCCOLI SALAD WITH GRAPES!

    On sale this week (7/1-7/7): Organic Broccoli $1.99 each & Organic Red Grapes $2.49 lb!

    This salad is the best addition to your table this 4th of July! It’s simple to make, healthy for you, and everyone will love it- plus you get all of the health benefits from the broccoli and grapes too!

    Ingredients

    Salad

    1 Cup Bacon Bits

    1/3 Cup Hemp Seeds

    1 Large Head Broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces

    1/3 Cup Red Onion, diced

    1 Cup Seedless Red Grapes, halved

    Dressing

    1 Cup Mayonnaise

    3 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar

    2 Tablespoons Sugar

    Pepper, to taste

    Method

    1. In a medium bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, and pepper together.

    2. In a large bowl, combine broccoli, onion, and grapes in a bowl.

    3. Pour house-made dressing over broccoli salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.

    4. Sprinkle bacon bits and hemp hearts over salad, mix well, and enjoy!

    Before you enjoy your delicious broccoli and red grape salad, 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