Berkeley Store

Do you remember Westbrae Natural Foods?

On Groundhog Day in 1971, Bob Gerner opened Westbrae Natural Foods at 1336 Gilman Street, Berkeley, CA. Later the name was changed to Gilman Street Gourmet, and Bob continued operating it for three years and then sold it. The new owner didn’t work out so in 1982 it became The Berkeley Natural Grocery with Bob and his wife, Patty, at the helm.

Join Bob at Berkeley Natural Grocery on Monday, February 2, 2026, 1pm-3pm, to reminisce, ask questions about those early years and celebrate his 55 years as a leader in the Natural Foods Movement.

A message from our founder:

February 2026 Sales Flyer A (1/28-2/10)

January 28, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

February 2026 Sales Flyer A (1/28-2/10) (larger print)

Detox Salad Recipe

January 20, 2026 by The Natural Grocery Company

This detox salad is full of healthy veg and delicious savory flavor!

Have it as a side or add your favorite protein and grain for an easy lunch. We recommend salmon and quinoa as a combo. 😋

Detox Salad (serves 4)

DIETARY: Plant Based

TOTAL TIME: 35min

¾ pound green cabbage

½ pound broccoli florets

½ bunch dino or lacinato kale

¼ pound carrots

½ cup roasted almonds

1/3 cup sunflower seeds roasted

Maple-Tahini Dressing

1/3 cup tahini

5 tablespoons water

4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

3 tablespoons maple syrup (or to taste)

2 tablespoons olive oil

¾ teaspoon sea salt

Thinly slice cabbage and broccoli. Remove kale from stems and roughly chop. Peel and grate carrots. Add vegetables to a mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Pour 1/3 of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, adding more dressing as needed.
Roughly chop the roasted almonds. Top salad with almonds and sunflower seeds.