Category: Holidays

  • Stay Healthy This Winter with Nordic Naturals!

    Stay Healthy This Winter with Nordic Naturals!

    When it comes to the cold winter season, everyone thinks about elderberry, echinacea, oil of oregano, vitamin C, vitamin D, and more. But does anyone ever think about combining some of those with omegas?

    What are omegas? Good question. Omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 are fatty acids that are important dietary fats. Finding the perfect balance may be difficult to find for each individual because we are all different; our lifestyles, our diets, our health routine, etc. However, scientists have found that everyone suffers from an omega-3 deficiency- and most people don’t know that! Thankfully, our friends at Nordic Naturals are committed to delivering an increase in awareness of this issue and to produce high quality omega nutritional supplements.

    There are two main omega-3s- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). There is scientific evidence that these omegas help with many things. For example, cardiovascular health; mental health and brain function; eye health; pain due to physical stress; hair, skin and nails; adolescent development; and immunity.

    While we’re stuck inside during the winter months watching copious amounts of tv, playing video games, reading novels, catching up on bills, working on school projects, etc., remember to take your omegas with vitamin D! And what better to take than Nordic Naturals Omega+Vitamin D products. Since some people have a harder time swallowing soft gels, they have created a liquid option too! The increase in EPA from the omegas help with our immunity and eye health with the additional increase in vitamin D for all of the added winter wellness benefits. If you’re already taking a vitamin D supplement, don’t stress! Just make sure you add an omega supplement to your routine. Don’t forget about the kids either- they have many options for them too!

    Omega Supplements for Adults
    Omega Supplements for Kids

    But why Nordic Naturals? Great question! Nordic Naturals has high standards for their products and are set to protect the consumers. Their products are tested for a wide variety of environmental toxins as well as exceptional freshness levels and are third-party purity tested. Not only are their products always fresh, but they taste great! Most consumers come back for their products as they don’t have that “fishy” taste, aftertaste or smell and their flavors don’t taste artificial (because they’re not- they add natural fruit essences into their soft gels and liquid oils)! Another benefit of their products is that they ensure optimal absorption with a true triglyceride form. Meaning that most concentrated fish oils on the market use an ethyl ester molecular form- which is a synthetic fat. Nordic Naturals has always been deeply committed to not just the health of humans but the health of our oceans and planet. They use sustainable sourcing and environmentally conscious corporate practices (i.e. eco-friendly packaging and using only wild-caught, sustainably-sourced fish).

    Want to make the perfect combination that is “better together?” Combine Nordic Naturals Omegas+Vitamin D with PlusCBD oil products! The omegas and vitamin D will help increase the absorbability of the added benefits of CBD oil. Consider it your “winter wellness duo.”

    Stock up on their products by the end of November to take advantage of their 25% OFF discount!

    *PLEASE NOTE: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.


    References:

    https://www.nordicnaturals.com/en/professionals/why-omega-3s/536

    https://www.nordicnaturals.com/healthy-science/vitamin-d-cold-flu-season/

    https://www.nordicnaturals.com/healthy-science/an-introduction-to-vitamin-d/

    https://www.nordicnaturals.com/healthy-science/omega-3-dosage-how-much-epa-and-dha-should-i-take/

    https://www.nordicnaturals.com/en/professionals/why-nordic-naturals/580

  • Dark Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Cookies

    Dark Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Cookies

    Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, & Vegan – *Contains Coconut*

    Cocomels are the perfect sweet treat that you can eat straight out of the bag or add into any dessert- just in time for the holiday season! They are the perfect vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free candy.

    BONUS SALES IN RECIPE: Coomb’s Maple Syrup $7.99; Wholesome Powdered Sugar $3.29; & Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips $4.29!

    Ingredients

    Shortbread Cookie:

    • 1 Cup Butter
    • 1/2 Cup Powdered Sugar
    • 1/4 Cup Maple Syrup
    • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla
    • 2 1/4 Cup Flour
    • Salt

    Caramel Layer:

    • 2 3.5oz Bags of Cocomels, unwrapped (mix up the flavors!)
    • 1 Tablespoon Milk

    Chocolate Layer:

    • 1 Cup Chocolate Chips
    • 1 Teaspoon Coconut Oil

    Method

    A. To make the Shortbread Cookies:

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    2. In large bowl, mix butter until creamy. Then add maple syrup, vanilla, and powdered sugar and mix until smooth.
    3. Add flour and salt and mix until a dough forms.
    4. Transfer dough onto parchment paper and roll into 1/4″-1/2″ thick slab. Cut into circles (or your favorite cookie cutter shapes).
    5. Spread cookies on parchment paper on sheet tray so that they are equally spaced. Use a fork to poke 3 sets of holes into the cookies to avoid bubbling.
    6. Bake for 14 minutes. Cookies should be pretty firm and the edges should be slightly golden brown.
    7. Move cookies to cooling rack.

    B. To make the Caramel Layer:

    1. Place unwrapped Cocomels in a microwave safe bowl with 1/2 tablespoon of milk.
    2. Microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring after each time, until they are completely melted.
    3. Allow caramel to sit for a little bit to thicken. Don’t wait too long or the caramel will be too hard to spread!
    4. Using a spoon, spread the caramel mixture evenly over each cookie. Place in refrigerator for 5-10 minutes or until caramel is solid.

    C. To make the Chocolate Layer:

    1. While the caramel layer is setting up, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl for 30 second intervals, stirring after each time.
    2. Remove the cookies from fridge and spoon chocolate evenly over the top of the cookies.
    3. Return cookies to fridge for 10-15 minutes or until the chocolate layer is firm.

    D. Once cookies are complete, ENJOY!


    Before you enjoy your incredible Dark Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Cookies, make sure you take a picture of your masterpiece! Post it on social media and tag your favorite organic market, Basil Bandwagon Natural Market! #basilbandwagon

    For more information about Cocomels, visit this link: https://jjssweets.com/

    Adapted from: https://justwhatweeat.com/coconut-caramel-twix-cookies/

  • RECAP: New Product Wednesday 10/23/19

    RECAP: New Product Wednesday 10/23/19

    Check out our NEW products this week!

    Basil Bandwagon Natural Market CBD: 8mg & 16mg Citrus Mint in 2oz!
    Desert Essence: Relief Spray
    Lake Champlain Chocolate: Hazelnut 5-Star Bar
    Le Grand: Chimichurri
    The Essential Baking Company Take & Bake: French Demi Baguettes & French Dinner Rolls
    RonnyBrook Dairy Farm: Glass Bottled Milk
    WYLD CBD: Raspberry Gummies 20 count
  • 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

  • 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

  • Your Memorial Day BBQ in 1..2..3!

    Your Memorial Day BBQ in 1..2..3!

    Memorial Day is the start of BBQ season; and we have just what you need! Check out these awesome products that you need to stock up on for your party!

    Don’t forget- our store hours have changed for Memorial Day as both stores will be open from 9am-5pm with both cafes open from 9am-4pm!

    Refreshing Drinks

    Start off your Memorial Day with these healthy refreshments! Honest Tea is on sale all month long- and make sure you enter your name in our Honest Tea Bike Raffle in either store! If you’re looking for something bubbly and refreshing, try Waterloo’s sparkling water, Zevia’s zero calorie soda, or Brew Dr. Kombucha 4-pack cans. Have little ones coming to the party? Grab a box of Honest Kids organic fruit punch pouches.

    Get The Grill Going

    Hot dogs, hamburgers, and chicken are summer-time staples that every bbq needs. Check out Brooklyn hot dogs, Applegate Farm hot dogs, Dakota ground beef, and Farmer Focus chicken for your party today! Looking for plant-based options? Look no further as we have Hilary’s veggie burgers, Sunshine burgers, and Upton’s Naturals BBQ jackfruit.

    Snacks While You Wait

    Need something to snack on while your main course is cooking? Grab some chips and dips! LateJuly tortilla chips and salsa are the perfect pairing. Don’t like spicy? We also have chips from Good Health and Luke’s Organic, Cauliflower Pretzels by From the Ground Up, popcorn from Lesser Evil, and cheese puffs from Barbara’s! If you need more dip options, try the hummus or guacamole from Hope!

    Don’t Forget To Top It Off!

    Everybody has their secret ingredients to make the perfect meal. We have lots of options to top off your bbq sandwich!

    Delicious Desserts

    Whether you’re hosting the party or you need something to bring, desserts are the perfect treat that everyone will love. Simple Mills frosted cupcakes, DeeBee’s Organic freezer pops, and any form of ice cream like Alden’s, Good Pop, or So Delicious make the best treat to end the day!


    No matter what’s on your table this Memorial Day, let us know! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares

  • Treat Your Mom Like A Queen This Mother’s Day

    Treat Your Mom Like A Queen This Mother’s Day

    Make sure you treat your mom with the best gifts in town! We know that your mom would love anything that you get her, but we all know that she would love anything (or everything) that we carry on our shelves here at Basil Bandwagon Natural Market. Plus, they’re healthy for her and our Mother Earth. Check out some awesome ideas below that your mom would love to get this mother’s day (or any day of the year)!

    Aromatherapy

    Want to help your mom unwind after driving her crazy all day? Plug in a new aromatherapy diffuser anywhere in your house and add a couple drops of some of the best organic essentials oils out there and VOILA! The relaxing fragrances will help your mom unwind. Always on-the-go? We also carry car diffusers!

    Luxurious Beauty Care

    Pamper your mom with luxurious organic beauty care like lotions, perfume, bath bombs or bath salts! Our beauty care comes in all shapes and sizes- perfect for this summer season!

    Candles

    If your mom loves flowers and candles, this gift is perfect for her! With Hyggelight Growing Candles, keep the label as they contain wildflower seeds! Plant it in the candle holder after you burn all the wax away and watch your wildflowers grow.

    Fair Trade Chocolate

    Does your mom have a sweet-tooth? Grab her some organic fair trade chocolates that are flying off our shelves daily! They come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors!

    Fair Trade Jewelry

    What woman says no to jewelry? None! Matr Boomie creates beautiful fair trade jewelry like earrings, necklaces, and bracelets in so many different styles and colors.

    On-the-Go Relaxation

    If your mom is always on-the-go, buy her a bright colored Hydroflask or an EcoVessel with a tea strainer linked inside. They’ll pair just right with her organic coffee or tea from Four Sigmatic!


    Regardless of how you spoil your mom this mother’s day, let us know! Leave us a note, email us, or tell us in person! #basilbandwagoncares

  • 4 Days Left! Are you Ready?

    4 Days Left! Are you Ready?

    December has gone by so fast and we can’t believe that Christmas is right around the corner (literally)! To help with the holiday madness, we’ve put together a little bit of everything to help you prepare for the final countdown.

    Are you stuck and can’t think of anything to get that special someone? We have your gift ready for you! We have put together basket ideas for your local lovers, your fur babies, your food fanatics, your coffee and tea lovers, your zen seekers, and your outdoor enthusiasts. And if you don’t feel like putting together a basket, head on down to your local Basil Bandwagon to pick up a Basil Bandwagon Gift Card and Gift Bag. The simplest way to say Happy Holidays with the best goodies in town!

    While you get your last minute gifts, the kids can be a little bit of a handful- even though their Elf of the Shelf is “reporting daily” to Santa if they’ve been naughty or nice. To help keep them occupied and calm, we’ve created a Basil Bandwagon Holiday Coloring Page that can be printed, colored, and hung on the refrigerator.

    Now that the kids are busy coloring away, time to prepare yourself for the last minute shopping. You don’t have to worry about what to bring in order to face the “crazies” out there- we’ve figured that all out for you. We have your Holiday Survival Essentials at your fingertips.

    Now that you’ve finished your shopping, the kids are sleeping in bed, you probably just realized that you need to make sure that there are plenty of yummy options at your holiday table displayed with as much holiday spirit as possible. So check out our Pinterest Inspired Holiday Board. Be inspired as quick as “Jack Frost nipping at your nose.”

  • Your Holiday Survival Essentials

    Your Holiday Survival Essentials

    Do you ever feel like your in a complete panic to get all your holiday shopping done- so you run around like a mad man/woman trying to get it all done in one day so you don’t have to go out in the holiday chaos more than once? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. We’ve all been there and that’s why we’re here to help. We figured out your 10 holiday survival essentials for every part of the chaos- before the storm, while you’re out there, and for after you come home and try to unwind from what you’ve just endured… it can be ugly. So take a deep breath and stop by for your newfound essentials.

  • Make the Most of our Small Business Saturday Sale!

    Make the Most of our Small Business Saturday Sale!

    Don’t Miss out on Triple Rewards Points on Local Goods all over the store, as well as 25% off on Basil Bandwagon Brand Supplements!!

     

    Here’s a few things to look for (but there are many, many more!):

     

    Local Honey:

    Tassot Apiaries, Bee Flower & Sun Honey, Zach & Zoe Bee Farm

    Local Beauty:

    Edye’s Skincare, Poofy Organics

    Local Grocery Faves:

    Whitehouse Station Sauce, Mother Earth Solutions, The Coffee Scoop, Wild Leaf Teas, Pittstown Poultry

    Basil Bandwagon Brand Staples:

    Click here to read about why we LOVE our house brand!

    Love the bag in our photo? So do we! Get your hands on one by being the one of the first people to spend over $75 on Saturday morning, November 24th. (we loaded them with some surprises, as well)