Raising the Bar
Grab a Pro Bar Meal Bar for quick, healthy eating
On those hectic, action packed days, you can still fuel your body with a nutritious meal on the go that doesn’t involve major dollars and a drive-thru.
Daily Dish the Fork Lift blog
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Crunch Time
Sermifreddi's artisan croutons are a San Francisco favorite.
Family owned and operated, Semifreddi’s has been baking hand-made goods since 1984. One of the San Francisco Bay area’s premier artisan bakeries, Semifreddi’s uses non-GMO whole grain flour and nothing but quality ingredients.
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Three Cheers for Chia
Enjoy the benefits of Chia
Chia Pod founder John Foss comes from four generations of farmers, and he’s dedicated to sustainable farming practices. Upon discovering the many benefits of the chia seed, he realized his vision of making a positive contribution to the health and wellness of the global community.
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Chia Pets
Janie Hoffman fell in love with the magic of chia while looking for an ideal diet for her own health. After discovering how this little seed provided her with a powerful vitality boost, she formed Mamma Chia, the first organic chia–based food and beverage company.
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You're Lookin' a Little Paleo
Unless you’ve been living in a cave somewhere, you’ve heard all about eating Paleo. Well, hunt and gather no more, as Julian Bakery’s Paleo Almond Bread and Paleo Coconut Bread are in our freezers!
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Celebrate National Froyo Day with a Local Froyo Sandwich... or Cup
Culture Shock started out as a family-owned-and-opereated frozen yogurt shop in the Auburn/Grass Valley area. Now we've got their treats in our stores!
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Long Live the Republic!
In 1992, a tea revolution began, sparked by The Republic of Tea (a socially and environmentally responsible business), with a mission to see splendid world teas “steaming in the cups of men, women and children everywhere.” Here, courtesy of The Republic of Tea, we bring you a glossary of teas for two (or more!). See a few you’d like to try? We serve The Republic of Tea selections by the cup at our coffee bar!
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Par–Tea with Poppy
You are cordially invited to afternoon tea with Miss Poppy, tea maven extraordinaire and all–around adorable hostess, as she presents the do’s and don’ts of tea sipping etiquette. Have a seat between the March Hare and the Mad Hatter, and get ready to party with Poppy!
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Tea from A to Z
Book Recomendation
If you’re looking to mind your teas and q’s, this is the book for you! Healing Teas, by Marie Nadine Antol, is a comprehensive look into the world of tea, including its fascinating history, uses, misuses, health benefits, preparation techniques, culture, and brewing applications. From chamomile to garlic, from Essiac to Kombucha, Healing Teas contains a wealth of information (including an herb guide with detailed descriptions) for the tea lover in your life.
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A Drink with Jam and Bread
Health Notes from Dr. Liz
Besides water, tea is by far the world’s most popular beverage. Tea drinking, a common ritual in many countries offering guests a welcome or an afternoon spot of relaxation, is also a good practice for your health. “Tea” tea (green, black, white and oolong—all from the same tropical Camellia sinensis plant) along with herbal teas come from plants, which contain powerful health boosting antioxidant compounds. Here’s a quick run down on tea types and benefits.