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A guide to butter boards (and their Northwest roots)
Make your holidays extra smooth with our guide to butter boards—the viral appetizer with Northwest origins.
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The enduring magic of the recipe box
Cynthia Nims revives the tradition of handwritten recipe collections, helping families preserve memories and update beloved recipes
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Nikki Demmert’s recipe collection
See the local chef’s recipes honoring land, culture, and family.
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Chef Nikki Demmert’s recipes on foraging, family and food sovereignty
Chef Nikki Demmert shares her Indigenous food roots, foraging lessons, and "rematriated" recipes that honor land, culture, and family.
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Finding home at Seattle’s Daybreak Star
Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center continues the legacy of resilience and belonging for Native communities in Seattle.
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Are receipts recyclable? Letters to the Editor
PCC readers ask about recycling and receipt paper, changes to the cheese case, a gazpacho recipe, and Makini's Tofu in the PCC deli.
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Prop 65 Labels: How California’s Law Affects Everyday Products
Confused by Prop 65 warnings? Learn what California’s law says, why labels are on products, and how it affects safety and shopping.
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More Than a Grocery Store: Member Stories at PCC
As PCC celebrates its 72nd anniversary with this October's Member Month, meet three longtime co-op members.
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PCC’s Mike Wenrick joins National Organic Coalition board
PCC’s Mike Wenrick joins the National Organic Coalition board, advancing policies that protect organic integrity and strengthen sustainable food systems.
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The Best White Wine for Cooking
Expert tips on the best white wines for cooking—what to choose, what to avoid, and how to find great flavor without overspending.
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PCC’s Randy Lee honored for national co-op contributions
The National Co-op Hall of Fame celebrates Randy Lee, who guided PCC from a struggling storefront into the nation’s largest food co-op.