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June 2025 Sales Flyer B (6/11-6/24)

June 11, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

June Sales Flyer B (6/11-6/24) (larger print)

Filed Under: Blog, Eating Well, Health foods, Non-GMO, Organic foods, Stores_both

May 2025 Sales Flyer B (5/14-5/27)

May 14, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

 

May 2025 Sales Flyer B (5/14-5/27) (larger print format)

Filed Under: Blog, Health foods, Non-GMO, Organic foods, Stores_both

Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding Recipe

May 13, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

This decadent chocolate chia seed pudding is equal parts indulgent and delicious!

 

Whether you’re meal prepping tomorrow’s breakfast or craving a chocolate-y dessert – this is the recipe for you!

 

Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding

 5 min prep + 2-4 hr chilling time

Serves 2-3

Vegetarian

 

Ingredients

1 cup milk (whole, almond, oat, etc.)

½ cup plain yogurt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

¼ cup chia seeds

2-4 tablespoons agave syrup

3 tablespoons cocoa powder, sifted

1 teaspoon mushroom powder

Pinch of salt

Shaved chocolate, for garnish

Sliced almonds, for garnish

Mint leaves, for garnish

 

Directions

  • Whisk together all ingredients in a mixing bowl until smooth. Adjust sweetness to taste and place in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours to thicken.
  • Spoon pudding into serving dishes and garnish with shaved chocolate, sliced almonds, and mint leaves.

Filed Under: Blog, Chocolate, Eating Well, Health foods, Recipe Ideas, Stores_both, Superfoods

Nominations For Best Of El Cerrito 2025 Are Open!

April 18, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

🌟 Calling all El Cerrito friends, family, and neighbors! 🌟

The Natural Grocery Company is proud to be part of this amazing city, and we’d be honored to be recognized in the Best of El Cerrito 2025 awards!

If you love what we do, please consider nominating us by visiting the ballot link below. Whether it is for our Grocery Store or The Annex, please let us know if you like what we are doing!

Your support helps shine a spotlight on the people and businesses that make El Cerrito such a special place.

👉 https://www.elcerritochamber.org/best-of-ec

 

Let’s put El Cerrito on the map together! 💛

Filed Under: Annex, Blog, Business Practices, El Cerrito Store, Events, Health foods, Non-GMO, Organic foods

February 2025 Sales Flyer A (January 29-February 11)

January 29, 2025 by The Natural Grocery Company

February 2025 Sales Flyer A (January 29-February 11)  (large print format)

Filed Under: Berkeley Store, Blog, Eating Well, El Cerrito Store, Health foods, Non-GMO, Organic foods, Stores_both

New Everyday Program!

April 1, 2024 by The Natural Grocery Company

You may notice some new signs on shelves throughout the store, and we want to make sure you know what they mean.

The Everyday signs showcase staples at everyday low prices. You can count on these high-quality essentials at an affordable price that means you can get them, well … every day if you want to! This program is one part of our broader efforts to make sure good food is accessible to all. With organic and non-GMO options, these are items you can feel good about buying and eating.

We know that eating healthy foods can sometimes feel like a luxury – especially if you’re on a tight budget. But with Everyday, you can shop with confidence, knowing that you’re getting the best value for your money. We believe that healthy eating should be accessible to everyone, and we’re committed to making that a reality.

Taking part in the Cadia Everyday Program allows us to offer even lower prices to our customers on select Cadia items. We have lowered the prices on 95 Cadia items throughout the stores. Each item will be signed at the shelf to let shoppers know it’s an everyday deal. These prices will not change for at least three months. After three months, our suppliers may adjust some as necessary and then another three-month cycle will begin.

So why wait? Head to our stores today and start saving on all your grocery essentials. From frozen fruits and vegetables to snacks and pantry staples, we’ve got everything you need to eat well and feel great – at prices you’ll love.

At The Natural Grocery Company, we’re passionate about natural and organic food, and we’re excited to help you make healthy eating a part of your everyday routine. So come on in, shop around, and enjoy the benefits of new Everyday Program. We can’t wait to see you!

Filed Under: Blog, Business Practices, Eating Well, Health foods, News, Non-GMO, Organic foods, Stores_both

Smoked Salmon and White Bean Spread Recipe

August 19, 2023 by The Natural Grocery Company

Smoked Fish and Why You Should Be Eating It

With a surge in ‘fancy’ canned seafood that is a typical staple in many parts of Europe and the pandemic buying patterns that shifted to pantry stocking and canned items, it’s time to reconsider your relationship to canned fish and move beyond tuna salad.

Try this smoked salmon and white bean spread the next time you’re looking to break from your regular rotation of party dips or no-cook seafood recipes. Bright herbs and capers, creamy white beans, and smoked fish are perfectly balanced and an unexpected combination. The recipe is gluten-free, so if you’re looking to keep the meal that way, you can use seed crackers, veggies, corn chips, or gluten-free bread and crackers. It’s still high time for grilling, so toss some bread on the grill. Somehow grilled bread is instantly elevated.

We call for smoked salmon here, as it’s a highly approachable and familiar ingredient. Feel free to experiment: trout would be another classic to substitute or go wild with smoked mackerel or smoked mussels. Flaking smoked fish on top of this spread is a great way to enjoy the savory richness of seafood without needing to purchase a large quantity to satisfy the crowd. If you’re looking to cut down, either on your costs or your animal protein consumption, consider this a great blueprint!

The final thing we’ll say about this recipe is that it just might be your next pantry staple dish. Canned seafood and canned or dried beans are items you can keep stocked in your pantry. The addition of a few fresh herbs, picked up at the store or snipped from a windowsill herb garden, means you can whip it up on the fly year-round and for any occasion.

 

Smoked Salmon and White Bean Spread

Serves 4

Total time: 10 minutes

Gluten-Free

 

1 15-ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 large garlic cloves, minced

½ teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

4-6 ounces smoked trout or smoked salmon, flaked

2 tablespoons chopped chives

2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves or ¼ teaspoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon capers, drained

Crackers or bread to serve

 

  1. In a food processor combine beans, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Run processor until mixture is smooth.
  2. Spread bean mixture onto a service plate creating swirls. Drizzle on remaining olive oil and top with flaked smoked fish, fresh herbs, and capers.
  3. Serve with crackers or sliced artisan bread.

Filed Under: Blog, Eating Well, Health foods, Recipe Ideas, Stores_both

Superfood Kale Salad Recipe

August 8, 2023 by The Natural Grocery Company

Keeping Kale Relevant

The darling of superfoods for decades after languishing as a salad bar decoration, kale is a somewhat divisive vegetable. People typically love it, or they hate it. One reason for the naysayers is the texture. Kale is fibrous and can be difficult to munch compared to other greens like romaine lettuce or spinach. One way to overcome this and enjoy tender kale salads? Massage!

That’s right, getting your hands in there and rubbing or kneading the greens—after you’ve removed the large stems, of course!—breaks down some of the tough fibers. Add a bit of acid and salt, and you’re well on your way to a bowl of tender, well-seasoned greens. With the addition of creamy avocado, it’s like a perfect bowl of guacamole that helps make sure you’re getting a full serving of veggies.

Think of this recipe as the perfect canvas. You can enjoy the subtle nuttiness of sunflower seeds and hemp hearts. Add it to wraps or sandwiches that could use a boost. Top with your favorite protein for a more substantial meal. Grilled tofu will keep things plant-based. You can also add some grilled shrimp, cotija cheese, diced ripe mango, and a bit of your favorite salsa for a shrimp taco salad. The canvas can take anything you throw at it, so don’t sleep on this superfood kale salad!

Superfood Kale Salad

Serves 2-4

Total time: 15 Minutes

Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Vegan

 

1 bunch green kale

1 large ripe avocado, peeled and pit removed

2 large garlic cloves, minced

⅓ cup nutritional yeast

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 tablespoons olive oil

½ teaspoon sea salt

¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds

2 tablespoons hemp hearts

 

  1. Remove stems from kale and chop leaves into bite size pieces. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl place avocado, garlic, olive oil, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and salt. Fork through the mixture to mash avocado and to blend ingredients.
  3. Add kale and mix thoroughly with both hands, massaging until kale is fully coated. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. To serve, garnish with sunflower seeds and hemp hearts.

Filed Under: Blog, Eating Well, Health foods, Recipe Ideas, Stores_both, Superfoods

El Cerrito Natural Grocery Store Wins “Best Natural Foods Store” in the East Bay Express 2023 Best of the Bay Reader’s Poll

June 29, 2023 by The Natural Grocery Company

Thank You East Bay Express Readers for voting the El Cerrito Natural Grocery the Best of the Bay 2023 Best Natural Foods Store! We applaud our El Cerrito Team on their efforts!

Filed Under: Blog, El Cerrito Store, Health foods, News, Non-GMO, Organic foods

Roasted Salmon & White Bean Salad Recipe

June 20, 2023 by The Natural Grocery Company

If you’re looking for a healthy, gluten-free meal that’s easy to make and packed with flavor, this Roasted Salmon & White Bean Salad recipe is just what you need. Salmon is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining good health. When paired with white beans, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber, this dish becomes a satisfying and nutritious meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

 

Not only is this Roasted Salmon & White Bean Salad recipe delicious, but it’s also a great option for anyone with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. By using gluten-free ingredients and skipping the bread, this meal is completely gluten-free. So next time you’re looking for a healthy and satisfying gluten-free meal, give this Roasted Salmon & White Bean Salad recipe a try. It’s sure to become a favorite in your household!

 

Roasted Salmon and White Bean Salad

Serves 4

Total time: 30 minutes

Gluten-Free

 

2 pounds salmon fillet

¼ cup smoked paprika

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 teaspoon ground cumin

¼ cup olive oil

 

Salad:

½ pint cherry tomatoes, quartered

2 Persian cucumbers, diced

½ cup crumbled feta

1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

½ small red onion, julienned

 

Dressing:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon tahini

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 large garlic clove, minced

½ teaspoon dried oregano

¼ teaspoon sea salt

 

2 cups pea shoots

1 cup prepared tzatziki

 

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Place salmon skin side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Combine paprika, salt, and cumin. Rub salmon with spice mix then drizzle on oil. Bake for 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145° F.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare the salad by tossing together tomatoes, cucumbers, feta, beans, and red onion in a serving bowl. Whisk together dressing ingredients until well blended then toss with salad. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Place salmon on a platter and spoon dressed salad over salmon. Garnish with pea shoots and serve with tzatziki sauce.

Filed Under: Blog, Eating Well, Health foods, Recipe Ideas, Stores_both

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