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  • Noble Mushrooms are here!

    Noble Mushrooms are here!

    It may be gray outside but things are looking very colorful in our produce section thanks to our new local supplier Noble Mushrooms, based in Hillsborough, NJ. We recently brought their eye-catching blue oyster, lion’s mane, and chestnut mushroom varieties into all three locations. If you’ve already picked up a grow your own kit, took a few bunches home with you, or just spied them in the produce sections and wondered how on earth to prepare them, we’ve compiled a couple recipes that really play to the strengths of these amazing mushrooms.

    Oyster Mushroom Fritters with Scallion Aioli

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    Ingredients Method Notes

    Ingredients
      

    For the Aioli
    • ½ cup mayonnaise (or vegenaise)
    • 2 oz scallion greens finely minced (save a pinch for garnish!)
    • ½ lemon juiced
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ tsp salt
    For the Mushrooms
    • ½ lb Blue Oyster mushrooms
    • 1 cup milk
    • 1 egg
    • 1 cup flour
    • 1 ½ tsp salt
    • ½ tsp ground black pepper
    • 1 tsp cayenne powder
    • ½ tsp onion powder
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ¼ tsp cumin
    • ¼ tsp smoked paprika

    Method
     

    For the Aioli
    1. Place mayonnaise, lemon juice, scallion greens, and salt in food processor and begin blending.
    2. Slowly drizzle olive oil into mixture as it processes and whip until smooth. Taste and adjust salt if desired. Set aside in refrigerator.
    For the Mushrooms
    1. Prepare the mushroom by gently tearing fronds into bite-size pieces from edge of cap to stem, making sure to keep pieces connected to base.
    2. Whisk milk and egg in large mixing bowl.
    3. Whisk flour, salt, pepper, cayenne powder, onion powder, garlic powder and cumin in separate large mixing bowl.
    4. Coat mushroom in liquid mixture then dredge in flour. Repeat this process one more time then place mushroom in refrigerator.
    5. Pour enough oil to submerge mushroom in large vessel and heat to 350°F.
    6. Once oil is up to temperature, remove mushroom from refrigerator and slowly lower into cooking vessel gill-sides down. Use metal utensil to ensure it is fully submerged and cook until golden brown (about 10 minutes). Remove and place on drying rack.
    7. Place mushroom on serving plate and cut center in “X” pattern to make room for dipping sauce. If mushroom cluster doesn’t stand on its own, wrap the base of it in a rolled piece of aluminum foil to help it stand up.
    8. Place sauce in center, garnish with some more scallion greens and serve.

    Notes

    Adapted from North Spore 
    https://northspore.com/blogs/the-black-trumpet/5-of-the-best-blue-oyster-mushroom-recipes

    Roasted Chestnut Mushroom Salad

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    Ingredients
      

    • 8 oz Chestnut mushrooms
    • 2 tbsp cooking oil
    • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
    • Fresh ground black pepper
    • A handful of fresh thyme sprigs
    • 3 large cloves of garlic
    • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
    • 4 oz shallot cut into ¼ inch rounds

    Method
     

    1. Crush the garlic cloves and cut into ½ inch pieces.
    2. Trim the mushroom stems to an even length. Toss the mushrooms in a bowl with the oil, salt, garlic, thyme sprigs and pepper.
    3. Lay the mushrooms out on a cast iron pan or baking sheet lined with parchment and roast at 425°F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly brown. Rotate the pan 180° after 15 minutes.
    4. Peel the shallot and slice ¼ inch thick. Heat the shallot slices in a dry cast iron skillet until lightly charred (or just saute them quickly). Remove to a bowl and add the vinegar.
    5. Remove the mushrooms from the oven. Discard the thyme sprigs, transfer to a bowl, add the shallots and olive oil and cool.
    6. Double check the seasoning for salt and pepper and adjust until it tastes good to you. Serve warm or room temperature.

    Notes

    From Forager Chef:
    https://foragerchef.com/chestnut-mushroom/

    Comment below with your favorite mushroom recipe!

  • 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

    2023 Holiday Gift Guide

    2023 Holiday Gift Guide

    At Basil Bandwagon, you can find holiday gifts and stocking stuffers around every corner. While you’re picking up your lunch or doing your grocery shopping with us, why not finish your last minute holiday gift shopping too?

    You can gift Sustainable

    The latest styles from Hydroflask, Clean Kanteen, Decomposition 100% recycled paper notebooks

    You can gift Local

    Noble Mushrooms grow your own mushroom kits, Hold Your Horses soaps, Bee flower Honey, Bubbly Goat soaps and lotions 

    You can gift Organic

    Yum Earth Candy Canes, Organic Fair Trade Chocolate

    You can gift Handmade

    Fair Trade

    Marquet Jewelry, Andes woolen hats, mittens and scarfs

    You can gift Self Care

    Perfect stocking stuffer Humble aluminum-free deodorant, Pranarom essential oils and diffusers

    You can gift Wellness

    Cookbooks, nutrition and wellness books, herbal teas and medicines, and Basil Bandwagon Gift Cards

    Shopping local at Basil Bandwagon and purchasing items we stock from local producers helps sustain family businesses and contributes to a strong and sustainable local economy. Buying fairly traded gifts helps sustain safe and healthy conditions and fair pay for artisans of handmade items around the world. No reason to keep it to just this holiday season – we have a year-round selection of gifts at all three locations, with new items arriving every day!

  • Celebrate National Strawberry Day

    Celebrate National Strawberry Day

    Celebrate National Strawberry Day

    with Christine Waltermyer

    Christine Waltermyer is a local and renowned Wellness Chef, private chef to celebrities, published cookbook author and founder of the Natural Kitchen Cooking School, which offers an online Plant-Based Cooking Program. She also loves shopping at Basil Bandwagon! Visit naturalkitchenschool.com to subscribe to her email newsletter for new recipes, tips, and FREE access to the Power of Veggies mini-course!

    Did you know: strawberries are packed with vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols. They are a sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie food AND they’re a good source of manganese and potassium. How cool is that!

    Thanks to Christine Waltermyer and The Natural Kitchen Cooking School, we’re passing along a delicious and nutritious Strawberry Pie recipe to help celebrate these incredible fruits on National Strawberry Day! All ingredients can be found at your favorite local Basil Bandwagon Natural Market location.

    Want to know another fun fact about strawberries? The average strawberry contains 200 seeds!

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    Strawberry Pie

    Course Dessert
    Keyword dessert, pie
    Servings 8 servings

    Ingredients

    • 1 gluten free frozen 9-inch pie shell
    • ¾ cup Lakanto sugar free powdered monkfruit sweetener with erythritol
    • 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 0.7 oz. package Simply Delish strawberry jel dessert
    • 3 cups sliced strawberries
    • 1 cup red raspberries
    • Dairy-free whipped topping

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 425° F. Line the unpricked crust with a piece of parchment paper. Fill with pie weights or dried beans to cover the bottom. Bake for 9 minutes. Remove the parchment paper. If you wish, you can bake for a few more minutes to make the bottom more crisp. Cool the baked pie shell on a wire rack.
    • In a small saucepan, combine the powdered monkfruit sweetener, arrowroot flour and water. Stir with a whisk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring frequently. Cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat. Stir in the Simply Delish strawberry jel dessert powder until dissolved. Set aside to cool.
    • Add the strawberries and raspberries to the strawberry jel mixture. Carefully fold them in. Pour into the prepared crust. Arrange the berries in a pretty pattern, adding extra fresh berries on top if you wish. Refrigerate until set. Serve with optional whipped topping.
    • Enjoy!

    Thank you to Christine Waltermyer and the Natural Kitchen Cooking School for working with us to help promote healthy, nutritious meals and products that are affordable, full of nutrients, and simple to make at home!

  • Vegan Charcuterie Board

    Vegan Charcuterie Board

    Vegan Charcuterie Board

    Thanks to Christine Waltermyer & The Natural Kitchen Cooking School

    Christine Waltermyer is a local and renowned Wellness Chef, private chef to celebrities, published cookbook author and founder of the Natural Kitchen Cooking School, which offers an online Plant-Based Cooking Program. She also loves shopping at Basil Bandwagon! Visit naturalkitchenschool.com to subscribe to her email newsletter for new recipes, tips, and FREE access to the Power of Veggies mini-course!

    Friday, February 18th is National Drink Wine Day and what better way to celebrate than pairing your favorite wine with a Vegan Charcuterie Board! Thanks to Christine Waltermyer and The Natural Kitchen Cooking School, you can learn how to put together the perfect selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, vegan cheeses, crackers, and savory & sweet accompaniments. Looking for an extra special item to wow your guests? Check out our vegan meat selection – including vegan fig salami! All ingredients – including almost the entire portfolio of local Unionville Vineyard wines – are available at your favorite local Basil Bandwagon Natural Market location.

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    Vegan Charcuterie Board

    Ingredients

    Hummus

    Raw Vegetables

    • Red radishes
    • Snap peas
    • Celery
    • Carrots
    • Endive
    • Fennel bulb

    Fresh Fruit

    • Strawberries
    • Orange Segments
    • Apple slices

    Dried Fruit

    • Dates
    • Apple chips

    Nuts & Seeds

    • Macadamia nuts
    • Almonds
    • Toasted pumpkin seeds

    Nut Cheeses & Spreads or Other Spreadable Cheese of Your Choice

    Jams

    • All-fruit raspberry jam
    • All-fruit apricot jam

    Black Olives

    Crackers

    Gluten-Free Pita Bread

    Parsley Sprigs

    Instructions

    • Prep ahead: Use a cutting board that you will not be using as your presentation board. Cut up all of the fruit and vegetables. Place the hummus, olives and jams in serving bowls. Pre-slice any block cheeses.
    • Assemble the board: Wipe down a large wooden cutting board. Place the bowls onto the board. Next, add the sliced fruits and vegetables, building around the bowls. Arrange the crackers as well.
    • Fill in the gaps: Add little piles of nuts, seeds and dried fruits in any open areas. Place garnishes of fresh parsley sprigs as the final touch. Serve right away or cover the board with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
    • Enjoy!

    Thank you to Christine Waltermyer and the Natural Kitchen Cooking School for working with us to help promote healthy, nutritious meals and products that are affordable, full of nutrients, and simple to make at home!

  • 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

    2021 Holiday Gift Guide

    2021 Holiday Gift Guide

    with Basil Bandwagon Natural Market

    Happy Holidays! We have gifts for everyone on your list this holiday season – kids, parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, pets – you name it!

  • Spring Run Dairy Meets Basil Bandwagon

    Spring Run Dairy Meets Basil Bandwagon

    Basil Bandwagon Natural Market is proud to offer delicious, fresh and local milk from Spring Run Dairy Farm of Pittstown, NJ. Daniel Lyness, owner and operator, efficiently runs this dairy farm with the help of his family. Spring Run’s property is absolutely breathtaking, as the 126 acre farm contains plenty of pastures for the cows to graze on, a garden to grow crops, as well as picturesque views of the land surrounding the farm. The cows themselves are incredibly joyful and friendly, as the Lyness family works around-the-clock to make sure that they have an enriching life beyond producing milk. They do this by making sure that the cows have plenty of time to relax and graze freely in the pastures, consistent cleanliness of the cows and their barns, and that they have abundant amounts of nourishing foods. The beautiful farm in combination with the nurturing results in a farm containing cheerful and carefree cows.

    One of the most notable aspects is the careful control over farm operations especially with the cows that inhabit it. Dan’s process begins with planting and harvesting the crops that feed the cows. Spring Run ensures that everything their cows ingest is up to their high standards. The feed they grow is stored for the winter as well, to ensure that the calves and cows are getting the essential nutrients they need all year round. Spring Run believes that in order to have high quality milk, you need cows that are nutritionally balanced as well as clean, happy, and healthy. As Dan says, “the cleaner, the better!”

    Spring Run has two distinct breeds of cows, the Jersey Cow and the Holstein Cow, each with their own specific characteristics. The Jersey Cow is brown in color and much smaller than the Holstein, your classic black and white cow. The Jersey Cow produces much less milk than the Holstein, but that milk is higher in fat and protein than the milk from a Holstein. The combination of milk from the two breeds results in a flavorful and creamy whole milk.

    The pasteurization and bottling process is done completely contactless to ensure that it’s sanitary and free from outside contaminants. As soon as the raw milk is collected from the cows, it is immediately kept at 35°F, filtered out for any contaminants, and put into a pasteurizer to be cleaned and bottled. To further maintain high quality, they pasteurize at the minimum required temperature to preserve vital nutrients from being removed. The NJ State Department of Health comes once a month to analyze and test Spring Run’s milk in a laboratory, and every 3 months to inspect the condition of the cows and the pastures. To ensure that everything is properly sterilized, they made all their machines in the process completely stainless steel, as this is the easiest to keep sanitary. Everything that is used in the pasteurization and bottling process is sanitized thoroughly twice a day to ensure no bacteria is present anywhere in the facility.

    Their facility is fairly new, as the barns were built by Dan in 2013 and they have been bottling their own milk on-site since February 2021. Spring Run has streamlined their milk pasteurization and bottling processes to be as efficient as possible to continuously produce high quality dairy products. Spring Run’s self-serve farm store is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10AM-4PM for customers to purchase milk and see the cows grazing in the pastures that made it all possible.

    Resources:
    https://www.facebook.com/springrundairy

  • Introducing: Hudson Valley Fisheries

    Introducing: Hudson Valley Fisheries

    Healthy. Local. Sustainable.

    Hudson Valley Fisheries was inspired by their commitment to environmental stewardship. Their goal is to protect wild populations and the environment through a state-of-the-art land-based biosecure Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS).

    As an aquaculture teaching facility, they are educating future fish farmers in best practices, collaborating with the Culinary Institute of America and numerous colleges and universities in the Hudson Valley region. Every aspect of their business model is designed to keep their carbon footprint small, including their central location, to offer impeccably fresh, local fish via delivery trucks, thus eliminating the environmental costs of trans-Atlantic and international seafood transportation.

    Fed a responsibly-sourced, GMO-free and balanced diet of natural antioxidants, proteins and lipids, New York Steelhead are completely traceable from egg to place.

    Flavor Profile

    • Clean flavor, subtle and herbaceous

    • Pairs well with many flavors and ingredients

    • Rich in omega 3 and fatty acids

    Texture Profile

    • Smooth and velvety

    • Meaty, lean with nice fat content

    • Medium moist flake that holds together with cooking

    • Pan roasting and grilling yield a wonderfully crisp skin

    What makes Hudson Valley Fisheries healthy?

    Unlike open-sea fish farms that regularly use harsh chemicals to control pathogens, parasites and sea lice, our land-based farm uses RAS technology which provides optimal conditions for our fish to grow without the need for antibiotics, vaccines or growth hormones. Our land-based facility offers round the clock dedicated animal care and the strictest biosecurity which guarantees our fish never disrupt native ecosystems or wild seafood populations.

    What makes Hudson Valley Fisheries sustainable?

    It all starts with RAS. Our bio-secure facility uses a Recirculating Aquaculture System which provides optimal conditions for our fish to grow without the use of antibiotics, vaccines, or hormones. Fish waste is recycled into nutrient-rich plant food and kept out of our rivers and oceans. With a land-based facility, our fish never disrupt native ecosystems or wild populations.

    Looking for a way to prepare your New York Steelhead?

    Check out this delicious recipe below!

    Crispy Steelhead Trout Tenders

    with Herbed Yogurt Dipping Sauce

    Ingredients:

    New York Steelhead fillets
    (6 oz. New York Steelhead, filet), skinned and cut into 5 x 2 inch pieces

    2 eggs

    1 teaspoon dijon mustard

    1 cup panko breadcrumbs

    1 teaspoon lemon zest

    1/8 teaspoon salt

    1/8 teaspoon pepper

    1 lemon, squeezed

    For Sauce:

    1/2 cup whole greek yogurt

    1/4 teaspoon onion powder

    1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

    1/2 teaspoon chopped chives

    1/4 teaspoon chopped parsley

    1/8 teaspoon salt

    1/8 teaspoon pepper

    Method

    Fish Directions:
    Combine breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and lemon zest, in a plate. In a separate plate, combine eggs and mustard. Dip each tender in the egg mixture and then into the breadcrumb mixture. Set coated tenders aside on a plate. Spray tenders with olive oil cooking spray and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 12 minutes at 375F flipping once.


    Sauce Directions:
    Mix well and allow to sit in the fridge for 1 hour for a stronger ranch flavor. Enjoy with tenders!

    References:

    https://www.hudsonvalleyfisheries.com/

    https://www.hudsonvalleyfisheries.com/blogs/steelheadcooking/crispy-steelhead-tenders-with-herbed-yogurt-dipping-sauce

    https://www.instagram.com/hudsonvalleyfisheries/

  • Homemade Immune Boosting Essentials thanks to Christine Waltermyer!

    Homemade Immune Boosting Essentials thanks to Christine Waltermyer!

    Homemade Immune Boosting Essentials

    thanks to Christine Waltermyer!

    Christine Waltermyer is a local Wellness Chef, private chef to celebrities, published cookbook author and founder of the Natural Kitchen Cooking School, which offers an online Plant-Based Cooking Program. She also loves shopping at Basil Bandwagon! Visit naturalkitchenschool.com to get your FREE copy of her cookbook, “7 Days of Deliciousness.”

    Vegetable Broth

    Makes 8 cups

    Ingredients

    1 cup fresh maitake mushrooms, or ½ cup dried

    2 celery stalks, cut into big chunks

    2 carrots, cut into chunks

    2 to 3 cups winter squash, cut in big chunks

    ½ cup fresh burdock root, cut into pieces (or ¼ cup dried burdock)

    1 small bunch parsley (you can leave the stems on)

    1 tablespoon fresh ginger root slices

    ½ large onion, cut into big chunks

    1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)

    3 dried shiitake mushrooms (or 6 fresh shiitake mushrooms)

    2 bay leaves

    2 cloves garlic

    ½ gallon water

    Method

    This vegetable broth can be made in an Instapot, pressure cooker or regular soup pot. 

    For Instant Pot or pressure cooker: Place all ingredients in the Instant Pot or a large pressure cooker. Place the lid on your pressure cooker or Instant Pot and bring to full pressure on high heat. After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let the pressure reduce naturally.  Strain out the ingredients by pouring the broth through a strainer into a large bowl. Remove the lid and cool completely before pouring into tall glass mason jars.

    For regular soup pot: Place all ingredients in a large soup pot. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to simmer on low for 1 hour. Remove from heat. Strain out the ingredients by pouring the broth through a strainer into a large bowl. Cool before pouring into glass mason jars.

    Store the vegetable broth in covered jars in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, or freeze for up to 4 months.

    Lemon Sage Cold Care Tea

    Serves 1

    Ingredients

    1 cup (8 oz.) water

    10 fresh sages leaves (or one teaspoon dried sage leaves)

    1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

    1 teaspoon raw honey or brown rice syrup

    Method

    Place the water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium high heat. Turn off the heat and add the sage leaves. Remove from the heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain the tea through a small strainer into a mug. Add the lemon juice and sweetener of your choice. Enjoy warm.

    Thank you to Christine Waltermyer and the Natural Kitchen Cooking School for working with us to help promote healthy, nutritious meals and products that are affordable, full of nutrients, and simple to make at home!

  • Shop Local This Holiday Season with Third Child Wellness Boutique!

    Shop Local This Holiday Season with Third Child Wellness Boutique!

    Their story begins with two strong-willed, creative women…

    ☑ Women-Owned

    ☑ Small Business

    ☑ Locally Made in Somerville, NJ

    ☑ Made in Small Batches

    ☑ 100% Natural Skin Care

    You don’t often see a mother in-law/daughter in-law team of entrepreneurs like this one. Theresa was a stay-at-home mom with a background in health and nutrition. Shirley was newly retired and looking for something meaningful to do with her extra time. After years of working for the man, Shirley decided it would be more fun to work for herself. Together, in 2018, this mother/daughter in-law duo decided to take on the world of natural skin care products. 

    Now, about making the world a better place. Theresa and Shirley care deeply about their community. They’ve decided to pay it forward by donating 5% of all profits to the following organizations: Steps Together, the ACLU and The Trevor Project.​

    ​Shirley and Theresa Bonner love their planet and their community. They are proud to have their on-line and wholesale business based in Somerville, NJ and have taken every opportunity to help make Somerville and the world, a better place to live. 

    ‘Nothing Hidden. Just pure love for your skin.’

    All of Third Child Wellness Boutique products are free of parabens, perfumes, phthalates, SLS and petrolatum.

    Check out some of their NATURAL skin care products below ↴

    Dry Skin?

    All of their skin repair butters can be used on lips, hands, feet, elbows arms, legs, knees, necks, tummies, shoulders, backs and any other body part you can think of. People with thick, curly hair can use it to add shine and control! It is, however, for external use only.

    Available: Dude, Relax; Lumberjacked; Nagmasté; Sageing Grace; Sunny G

    Achy Joints?

    This massage oil blend is amazing for easing every day aches and pains. They, of course, use organic avocado oil as a base for their spicy warming massage blend.

    Available: Ooo, Spicy

    Itchy Beard?

    Their handmade, small batch beard oils are a one-of-a-kind experience for the facial hair wearing humans out there. All of their beard oils are made with organic avocado oil that is cold-infused with organic, fair-trade coffee grounds. It is nourishing, smooth and smells so good on those course beards, side burns and mustaches! Take care of itchy skin and ingrown hair while looking and smelling amazing all day long.

    Available: Lumberjacked; Americano

    Seeing Spots?

    Espress Yo inner beauty on the outside! Their handmade coffee oil is truly amazing for evening out skin tone as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines and age spots. Their use organic avocado oil to infuse their coffee oil skin treatment, and add a grapefruit or lavender essential oil for a light, lovely scent.

    Available: Espress Yo-Self (Grapefruit); Espress Yo-Self (Lavender)

    Funky Smell?

    Big sniff… hold it… ahhh… their aromatherapy room and body sprays freshen your home or office space anytime you need it. Because their sprays are pure and natural, you can spray them directly onto your skin to refresh yourself anytime, anyplace.

    Available: Chill-Ax; Get Yo Zeez; Lumberjacked; Sageing Grace; Yowee Zowee

    Enjoy Long Showers?

    Love a great bath bomb, but don’t have a tub? No time for candles and bubbles? Treat yourself to an aromatherapy sauna session in your own shower. Simply place one of their beautifully scented steamers on the floor of your shower and let the water do the rest.

    Available: Chill-Ax; Sageing Grace; Yowee Zowee

    Sensitive Pits?

    Their soft, spreadable natural deodorant won’t irritate your delicate underarm skin or clog pores. They use only gently, pure ingredients to keep you smelling fresh and spicy all day long.

    Available: New Spice

    While you’re out getting your holiday shopping done this season, remember to #ShopSmall & #ShopLocal! By shopping at your favorite local natural market (like us!), you are supporting families who started a small business to help make the world a little bit better & brighter!

  • Dads & Grads 2020 Gift Guide

    Dads & Grads 2020 Gift Guide

    Check out some of our favorite gifts below!

    They’ll Never Travel Alone

    With a new insulated reusable bag and small travel essentials, they’ll be thinking of you wherever they go!

    Spice Up Any Meal

    We have a wide assortment of cookbooks – whether they want to change up dinner routines or they need to start making food on their own!

    Active Essentials

    Outdoor activities = lots of sun, bugs, and fun! A small care package with their favorite supplements, clean skincare, and reusable drinkware will come in handy.

    Sweet Sayings

    You can never go wrong with one of our handcrafted, fair trade cards from Good Paper to send a personal note to your Dad or Grad. A gift card to Basil Bandwagon Natural Market would be an added bonus!