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  • Grads & Dads Gift Guide 2019

    Grads & Dads Gift Guide 2019

    ‘Tis the season for dads and grads! Check out these perfect gifts that they will LOVE. Don’t forget- Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16th!

    Be Bold

    Decorate their “man cave” or dorm room with a giant tapestry or sphere salt lamp!

    Always On-The-Go

    Your dads and grads need the best while they’re on the go- make sure to get them a Hydro Flask or a Basil Bandwagon Mug!

    Keep It Simple

    Don’t know what to get them? Grab a GoodPaper card and write something sentimental for their special day.

    The Best for the Best

    Have you ever seen IPA soap!? Well now you have! Treat dad this Father’s Day with premium men’s body care from Indigo, Olivina Men, or Dr. Bronner’s!

    Hungry? Let’s Grill!

    Celebrate with a backyard bbq! Spice it up with delicious spice rubs from Teeny Tiny Spice Company or Saltopia. Then top your bbq in paleo friendly sauces from Primal Kitchen!

    Their Healthy Energy Boost

    Make sure you treat them with the healthiest sweets- A GIANT chocolate bar from Tony’s Chocolonely, chocolate energy bites from Good Day, or maybe some high performance plant-based mocha protein from Sunwarrior!

    The Best Gift of All

    Not sure what to get them? Or do they want EVERYTHING we have? Grab them a Basil Bandwagon Gift Card and watch their eyes fill with joy!

    No matter what you get your dad or grad this year, let us know! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 6/5/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 6/5/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Lundberg Farms Bold Bites Chips: Korean Style BBQ, Samosa, Street Taco, & MORE!
    Vital Planet Vital Flora Pro Shelf Stable Probiotics: Ultra Daily, Men’s Daily, Women’s Daily, & Women’s 55+ Daily
    Brianna’s Organic Dressings: Honey Ginger, Real French, Poppy Seed, & MORE!
    Pastabilities Pasta: Sprouted, Kamut, & Spelt
    Tofurky DIY: Breakfast Sausage & Plant-Based Burger
    Tribucha Kombucha: Brainiac Kombucha (6-pack cans)
    Topo Chico: Twist of Lime Carbonated Mineral Water
    Gold Mine Natural Food Co.: Organic Blue Masa
    Locktown Farms: THEY’RE BACK!!!
    Califia Farms: Oatmilk & Oat Barista Blend
    Madhava: Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    Vibrant Health: Green Vibrance with PlusCBD Oil
    All Good Sunscreen: Kids, Sport, & MORE!
    Stream2Sea Lip Balm: Sun Protect & Soothing
  • Celebrate Hemp History Week!

    Celebrate Hemp History Week!

    June 3rd-9th, 2019

    This June, celebrate the 10th Annual of Hemp History Week with Return of the Plant! Demand for hemp extracts (CBD), foods, and body care products continue to grow. The plant’s ability to regenerate soil is motivating more farmers to grow hemp in the United States. With hemp’s return to U.S. soil through passage of the 2018 Farm Bill coinciding with the campaign’s 10th year, it’s time to make 2019 the Year of Hemp together! Visit HempHistoryWeek.com to learn more! 

    Click here to check out our Produce Recipe of the Week including hemp!

    Drinkables

    Don’t like the taste of hemp but want the healthy benefits? Try these hemp products that you can use as a substitute for your favorite drinks- water, tea, coffee additions, smoothies, juices, and more!

    Eat Up

    Hemp comes in all different shapes and sizes- granola, crackers, seeds, oils and more! It’s high in protein and omegas which makes it the perfect addition to your healthy lifestyle.

    Spread It Everywhere

    Everyone needs to spread a little love! Grab some hemp butters to spread on your morning toast or some hemp honey for your cup of tea throughout the day!

    A Healthy Clean

    Take a clean approach to your cleaning habits. You can use Dr. Bronner’s Hemp Pure-Castile Soap in so many ways! For more ideas and recipes using Dr. Bronner’s soap, click here: https://www.drbronner.com/all-one-blog/2017/06/dilutions-cheat-sheet-dr-bronners-pure-castile-soap/

    Supplements and Salves

    Support your body’s natural endocannabinoid system with hemp extracts! We carry different formulas such as capsules, drops, salves, proteins, and more!

    Treat Yourself

    Are you always on-the-go? Grab a hemp bar from Evo Hemp or a cannabinoid rich morsel from Rise Relief!

    Regardless of how you celebrate hemp history week or what hemp products you use, let us know! Leave us a note, email us, tag us on social media, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares #hemphistoryweek2019

  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BLUEBERRY HEMP VINAIGRETTE & LOCAL GREENS SALAD

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: BLUEBERRY HEMP VINAIGRETTE & LOCAL GREENS SALAD

    On sale this week (6/3-6/9): Organic Blueberries (pint) $4.99 each!

    Happy Hemp History Week! To celebrate #ReturnOfThePlant, we decided to make a light and refreshing blueberry hemp vinaigrette to pair with our local greens salad. This vinaigrette is not only light, sweet, and refreshing, but it pairs perfectly with a veggie or fruit salad. So we thought, why not combine it with the AMAZING spring greens mix from our local Cabbage Throw Farm right here in Hunterdon County!

    BONUS SALE– Manitoba Harvest Shelled Hemp Hearts (7oz) bag is on sale this month for $6.29!

    Ingredients

    Vinaigrette

    -1/2 Cup Blueberries

    -1/2 Cup Shelled Hemp Seeds

    -1/2 Cup Water

    -4 Tablespoons Turbinado Sugar (or Agave Nectar)

    -2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar

    -1/2 Teaspoon Salt

    Salad

    -5 Ounces Spring Mix (Buy Local! We used spring mix from Cabbage Throw Farm)

    -1 Cup Blueberries

    -3/4 Cup Pecans, chopped

    -4 Ounces Feta Cheese, chopped small or grated

    Method

    1. In a high speed blender, mix all vinaigrette ingredients together and blend to a smooth and creamy texture.

    2. In a large bowl, mix all salad ingredients together.

    3. Drizzle vinaigrette onto salad mix and enjoy!

    Before you enjoy your light and refreshing local greens salad with blueberry hemp vinaigrette, 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 FRIDAY 5/31/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT FRIDAY 5/31/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Nuco: Vegan Coconut Avocado Oil Mayo & Coconut Crunch Cereal
    Lemon Perfect: Just Lemon & Blueberry Acai
    Shameless Pets Soft Baked Dog Treats: Break An Egg Recipe & Lobster Roll Over Recipe
    Third Child Wellness: Skin Repairs, Room and Body Sprays, and Roll On Oil Blends
    SQUEAK: All Purpose and Surface Sanitizer, Gentle Scrub, & Everywhere Mist
    Taylor & Colledge: Organic Vanilla Bean Paste
    Fatworks: Goat Milk Ghee
    Buckley Pet Jerky: Beef Lung & Chicken
    Lunchskins 2-Pack Bag Sets
  • Clean & Safe Home Care Recipes with Aura Cacia Essential Oils!

    Clean & Safe Home Care Recipes with Aura Cacia Essential Oils!

    Summertime calls for fresh, clean scents- even though our homes may not be. Check out these clean and safe cleaning recipes made with Aura Cacia Essential Oils!

    Air Freshening Spray

    Ingredients

    -12 drops Aura Cacia Lemon Essential Oil

    -12 drops Aura Cacia Tea Tree Essential Oil

    -2 Ounce Mist Bottle

    -2 Fluid Ounces Water

    Method

    1. Into bottle, combine all ingredients, replace lid and shake until well blended.

    2. To use, shake bottle and spray into airspace.

    General Cleaning Spray

    Ingredients

    -1/2 Teaspoon Aura Cacia Lavender Essential Oil

    -1/2 Teaspoon Aura Cacia Tea Tree Essential Oil

    -1 Teaspoon Unscented Liquid Soap

    -15 Fluid Ounces Water

    -16 Ounce Spray Bottle

    Method

    1. In bottle, combine soap and essential oils.

    2. Top with water, replace lid and shake until well blended.

    3. To use, spray on surface and wipe clean with damp cloth.

    Pet Home Cleaning Spray

    Ingredients

    -1 2/3 Cups Water

    -1/2 Teaspoon Sodium Borate

    -1/4 Teaspoon Unscented Liquid Soap

    -1 1/2 Teaspoon Aura Cacia Lemon Essential Oil

    -1 1/2 Teaspoon Aura Cacia Peppermint Essential Oil

    -16 Ounce Plastic Spray Bottle

    Method

    1. In bottle, combine all ingredients. Replace lid and shake until well blended.

    2. To use, shake bottle and spray into a cloth, sponge, or onto surface and wipe area clean.

    *NOTE: Test on an inconspicuous area before general use.

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

  • PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: TOMATO-MANGO SALAD

    PRODUCE RECIPE OF THE WEEK: TOMATO-MANGO SALAD

    On sale this week (5/27-6/2): Organic Heirloom Tomatoes $3.99 lb. and Organic Mangoes 4 for $5!

    ‘Tis the season for salads! This simple, refreshing tomato-mango salad is not only healthy and light, but it’s the perfect addition to any summer party or bbq- or even just a side at the dinner table! What makes it special is the local basil leaves from Sandbrook Meadow Farm! Buy yours today and plant in your garden this spring.

    Ingredients

    2 Large Heirloom Tomatoes

    1 Large Ripe Mango

    1 1/2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

    1 Teaspoon Rice Wine Vinegar

    Pinch of Curry Powder

    6 Basil Leaves

    Salt and Pepper, to taste

    Method

    1. Core tomatoes and slice into 1″ cubes.

    2. Remove the mango from the pit and cut in 1″ cubes.

    3. Combine tomatoes and mangoes in a medium sized bowl.

    4. In a food processor, combine oil, basil leaves, curry powder, vinegar and seasoning. Puree until thoroughly blended.

    5. Drizzle the dressing over the mixed mango and tomato salad, top with additional chopped basil leaves (if desired) and enjoy!

    Before you enjoy your refreshing tomato-mango 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

  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT THURSDAY 5/23/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT THURSDAY 5/23/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Chocolove: Filled Chocolate Candy Bar
    Charlotte’s Web: Pet Hemp Extracts and Balm
    Heart + Soil Herbal Skincare: The Multitasker, Green Queen Clay Mask, Rose + Vetiver Facial Cream, Vitamin C Facial Cream, Gentle Gentle Cleanser, Antioxidant Cleanser, Sage’ing Facial Serum, & Mighty Myco Eye Serum
    HempFusion Twist: Key Lime, Mango Peach, & Citrus Ginger
    Hu Kitchen: Simple Dark Chocolate
    Hyvida Hydrogen Sparkling Water: Pure & Raspberry
    Julian Bakery: ProGranola
    Koia: Cinnamon Horchata
    Peeled Snacks: Aged Parmesan Puffs
    Vegan Rob’s: Probiotic Dragon Puffs
    Zambeezi Lip Balm: Tangerine, Lemongrass, Honeybalm, & Suncare
  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 5/15/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT WEDNESDAY 5/15/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Against the Grain Gourmet: Chocolate Fudge Cake Mix & Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix
    Bob’s Red Mill Peanut Butter Better Bars: Chocolate, Apple Spice, & Jelly
    Outer Aisle Gourmet: Cauliflower Pizza Crust
    Fat Badger Cookies: Vanilla Bean, Toasted Coconut, & Chocolate Sea Salt
    Four Sigmatic: Ground Mushroom Coffee
    Repurpose: Assorted Utensils & Cold Cups
    Safe Catch: Pure Wild Tuna & Wild Albacore Tuna
    Simply Gum Mints & Chewing Gum: Cinnamon (mints), Ginger (mints), Cleanse (gum), Natural (gum), & Revive (gum)
  • RECAP: NEW PRODUCT THURSDAY 5/9/19

    RECAP: NEW PRODUCT THURSDAY 5/9/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Beanfields Bean Chips: Cheddar, Spicy Queso, & Jalapeno Lime
    Evolution Juice: Celery Grow
    HealthDirect Aminosculpt Collagen Shots: Watermelon Punch & Smooth Mango
    Pop & Bottle Almond Lattes: Classic Cold Brew, Matcha Green Tea, & Vanilla Cold Brew
    Simple Mills Soft Baked Cookies: Snickerdoodle & Dark Chocolate Toasted Coconut
    Suja Juice: Lemon Love & Fuel
    Lundberg Thin Stackers: Cherry Bliss & Decadent Dark