Organic, Columbia

Minimally processed by hand in Colombia.

With a rich, brown colour, this cane sugar provides notes of caramel and molasses that adds more than just sweetness.

Organic Chickpea Miso, USA

This short-term aged, soy-free miso uses garbanzo beans (chickpeas) instead of soybeans as its base. It has less salt and more rice koji (rice inoculated with Aspergillus spores) than traditional misos. Reducing the salt speeds up fermentation, while increasing the grain content makes more starch available to turn to sugar, producing a milder miso.

Ingredients: chickpeas, rice koji, sun-dried sea salt, mountain well water, koji spores

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Organic Coconut Oil, Philippines

Production: Coconut oil is extracted from the meat of mature fresh coconuts harvested from the coconut palm. Virgin coconut oil is made from the first pressing of fresh, raw coconuts, without the addition of any chemicals. This pure-white, creamy natural product is neither, bleached, hydrogenated, nor deodorized. Strong and luscious coconut flavour.

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Organic Greens Powder, Canada

Ingredients: organic nettle leaf powder, organic alfalfa leaf powder, organic moringa leaf powder, organic chlorella, organic spirulina, organic beetroot powder, organic stevia leaf powder, organic ginger root powder

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Organic Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds, USA

Per 100g price is $5.25

Ingredients: Organic almonds, organic cane sugar, organic chocolate liquor, organic cocoa butter, organic soy lecithin (an emulsifier), organic vanilla and confectioner’s glaze.

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Organic Stevia Powder, Southern India

Imported by The Gathering Place Trading, Cortes Island

Gathering Place Stevia Powder comes from our Farmers’ Cooperative in Southern India. The stevia leaf is organically grown, not processed or bleached, and then freshly powdered and shipped direct to us. Stevia is one of the sweetest substances known in nature, with a sweetness rating of up to 300 times that of sugar, without the calories. It is a natural and healthy alternative to sugar and artificial sweeteners.

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Organic Vegan Jelly Beans, Left Coast Naturals

These delicious sweet treats are organic and do not have the beeswax or shellac from secreted beetle resin (yup- that’s what makes conventional jelly beans hard and shiny). So stash a jar of these in your desk and enjoy a sweet treat sans plastic or beetle resin.

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Ingredients: Organic Cane Sugar, Organic Rice Syrup, Pectins, Organic Corn Starch, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C); For Colour: Organic Carrot Juice, Organic Blackcurrent Juice, Organic Apple Juice, Organic Pumpkin Juice, Organic Radish Juice and Spirulina Extract, Natural Flavors, Organic Sunflower Oil, Organic Carnauba Wax, Wheat Starch.

Organic Raw Almonds, Spain

Per 100g price is $5.40

Ingredients: organic almonds

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True Grain Mill, Cowichan 

True Grain white flour is proudly made with organic BC grown wheat. True Grain white flour has not been bleached or treated in the milling process. Regardless of one’s stance on organics, most people are amazed to discover that unless the package specifically says “unbleached” and “untreated” there are many chemicals that are allowed to be added. These agents do not need to be declared under current Canadian labelling laws for “white flour”. Some examples are chlorine, benzoyl peroxide, ammonium chloride, azodicarbonamide, and l-cysteine. True Grain flour is always organic, and never bleached or treated.

Ingredients: *BC unbleached white flour, niacin, iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid. *Organic

*Packaged in a Kraft paper bag made of recycled materials

Organic Valerian Root – Cut & Sifted, USA

Can clear out a room by just opening the jar- it’s potent stuff!

Qualities: Valerian root is a popular herbal treatment that is praised to promote relaxation and sleep.

Common Use: The roots have a pungent odour that is considered to be unpleasant by many. It can be taken as tea, tincture or capsules, though capsules tend to be more common due to the taste.

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Organic Cacao Nibs, Ecuador

Cacao nibs are relatively soft and can be sprinkled on smoothies, added to granolas or raw food bars, or any dish that calls for a bit of crunch and the delicious flavor of chocolate.

Best kept at room temperatures around 20C (68F), away from direct sunlight, protected from moisture, and tightly sealed.

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Old Fashioned Organic Thick Rolled Oats, Canada

A lot of flavour is packed into these oats! Made from whole grains, they have a texture and large shape that stays in tact even after cooking. With no preservatives and lots of iron and fiber, they’re great fuel at breakfast time to prepare you for the day! They are also terrific for baking and perfect to throw into homemade granola.

No jar deposit- packaged in kraft paper. 

Per 100g price is $0.52

Organic Spirulina Powder, China

Production: This spirulina is sustainably grown and processed in GMP-certified facilities in provinces of Inner Mongolia, Yanchi Country, and Ningxia, China. These areas are known for their water quality, sunlight, non-polluted air, and abundant natural alkaline resources.

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Certified Organic Canola Oil, Canada

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Organic SAN-J Tamari, USA

Made with 100% whole soybeans and no wheat, San-J Organic Tamari Gluten Free Soy Sauce has a richer and milder taste than regular soy sauce. Only their natural fermentation process can give San-J Tamari a rich, delectable flavor that enhances any type of cuisine. Perfect for stir-fry, marinade, and as a dipping sauce. Great to add to soups, sauces and casseroles.

Ingredients: Water, Organic Soybeans, Salt, Organic Alcohol, Aspergillus Oryzae, Bacterial Culture.
Highlights

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Pine Nuts, China

Per 100g price is $9.60

Ingredients: pine nuts

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Gluten-free Quinoa Spaghetti – Organic, USA

Ingredients: Organic Quinoa, Organic Amaranth, Organic Rice

Packaged in brown butcher paper.

White Organic Basmati, India

Popular throughout southern Asia, basmati rice is a long-grain, naturally aromatic variety with a fluffy cooked texture. Organic White Basmati Rice has a distinctive bread-like aroma and flavor that pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes.

Basmati tastes like no other rice on earth. Unlike ordinary long grain rice the light, fluffy texture of Basmati’s long, slender grains offers the palate a totally different experience in terms of mouth feel and taste.

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Brown Organic Basmati, India

Brown Basmati contains all eight essential amino acids, folic acid, and is very low in sodium and has no cholesterol. Literally translated as “full of aroma” in Hindi, basmati rice has been described as having the aroma of sun-baked wood and flowers.

Basmati tastes like no other rice on earth. Unlike ordinary long grain rice the light, fluffy texture of Basmati’s long, slender grains offers the palate a totally different experience in terms of mouth feel and taste (distinctive, unique and slightly “nutty”).

No jar deposit- packaged in kraft paper. 

Per 100g price is $1.42

Organic Chocolate Chips – 45% Semi Sweet, Ecuador

Making cookies or granola bars? Use these tasty organic chocolate chips and your baking won’t last long.

Best kept at room temperatures around 20C (68F), away from direct sunlight, protected from moisture, and tightly sealed.

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Organic Dried Mango, Mexico

Per 100g price is $5.07

Ingredients: organic mango

Qualities: Rich in antioxidants and a great source of vitamins A and C. High in both soluble and insoluble fiber, dried mango is an excellent source for both fibers, assisting in stabilizing blood sugar levels, increasing nutrient absorption, and promoting a healthier digestive system.

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Yogurt Covered Raisins, Canada 

Per 100g price is $4.46

Qualities: Yogurt Raisins are whole, plump raisins covered in a tender coating of creamy and sweet yogurt! Yogurt Raisins are ideal for snacking or baking applications.

Ingredients: *Greek yogurt coating (*evaporated cane sugar, *fractionated palm kernel oil, *nonfat milk, lactic acid, *soy or sunflower lecithin [an emulsifier], *vanilla, *Greek yogurt powder [organic cultured nonfat milk solids, lactic acid, natural flavor]), *raisins, pure food glaze, *organic, (CONTAINS: DAIRY AND SOY. MAY CONTAIN PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, WHEAT.)

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Organic Carob Powder, Portugal

Qualities: Carob powder, also called carob flour, is a cocoa powder alternative. It’s made from dried, roasted carob tree pods and looks a lot like cocoa powder. Carob powder is often used as a natural sweetener in baked goods. It’s sweet and has a unique taste.

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Organic Quinoa Fusilli Pasta – Gluten Free, Bolivia

Packaged in a recyclable paper bag. 

Contains: Organic Quinoa, Organic Rice, Organic Amaranth

Organic Beetroot Powder, China

Beetroot powder contains micronutrients and phytonutrients that may benefit heart, gut, and brain health. It is also commonly used as a natural food dye.

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Organic Milk Thistle Seeds, Turkey

Qualities: Milk thistle has been used for over 2000 years as a herbal treatment for a variety of ailments including kidney, liver, and gallbladder problems. Several scientific studies suggest that components in milk thistle (specifically the flavonoid silymarin) protect the liver from toxins.

Use: The seeds are most commonly used to make teas, tinctures, and infusions, but they can also be used as a food. They contain 25% protein and have a nutty flavor similar to flax seeds. They can be used raw or toasted in cereals, loaves of bread, smoothies, shakes, and salads.

Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry location in a sealed container.

Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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Organic Millet, Canada

Millet is a gluten-free, round and yellow, nutritious little grain. It was most commonly used in hot and dry parts of the world and has a slight nutty flavour. It’s extremely versatile and can be seasoned with a variety of flavours to accommodate whatever dish you’re creating. It’s a great alternative to quinoa as a dinner side and will add an interesting and unique texture to any meal!

No jar deposit- packaged in kraft paper. 

Per 100g price is $0.65

Organic Echinacea Root, USA

Production: Echinacea purpurea is a flowering plant in the sunflower family that is native to North America. The plant blooms cone-shaped yellow and purple blossoms throughout the spring and summer.

Qualities: Echinacea is one of the most widely used herbal medicines in North America. It is most often used to support immune health function, purify the blood, reduce inflammation, speed wound healing, and treat cold and flu symptoms.

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Organic Yellow Popcorn, USA

Ready to be popped, drizzled with butter and dusted with salt! Try a little nutritional yeast on it too!

Packaged in a backyard compostable paper bag.

Organic Dried Elderberries, Croatia

Per 100g price is $9.50

Qualities: Elderberries naturally contain vitamins A, B, and C, and they have a long history of use in traditional European medicine. The berries and flowers of the Elder plant are most commonly used to boost the immune system, improve heart health, treat coughs, and cold and flu symptoms.

Common Use: Elderberries can be used in healing teas, tinctures, and syrups. They are always best consumed cooked, as cooking neutralizes the astringency and toxins that are naturally occurring in the seeds and stems of the berries. Elderberries are often combined with Echinacea. They have also been used in cordials, wines, and even ketchup recipes. The dried berries can be to muffin or pancake recipes for a flavour similar, but less sweet, to that of blueberries.

Storage: Store in a cool, dark, dry place in a sealed container.

Safety: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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Crispito Cinnamon Sugar Crisps – Adriana’s, Victoria

Miss the Fall Fair mini-donuts? These light and crispy cinnamon-sugared treats will take you right back! Handmade in Victoria by Adrianna’s- these lightly fried cinnamon sugar crisps are legendary.

Packaged in a backyard compostable cellulose bag.

Ingredients: Wheat Flour, (Canola Oil, Salt, Baking Powder, Sugar, Monoglycerides, Calcium Propionate, Fumaric Acid, Guar Gum, Potassium Sorbato), Canola Oil, Cinnamon, Sugar.

Organic Maca Powder, Peru

Production: This maca powder is gelatinized, meaning the dried root is boiled down to eliminate the starch and increase digestibility. The cooked pulp is then dried and powdered, resulting in a concentrate rich in bioavailable nutrients.

Ingredients: Maca root – also known as Peruvian Ginseng

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Singing Bowl Granola, Victoria

Singing Bowl NO GRAIN Granola is a perfect blend of nuts, seeds, coconut, coconut oil and maple syrup, and that’s all! Clean ingredients, no fillers, and not too sweet. These delicious, melt-in-your-mouth grain-free, protein-packed granola clusters are perfect for a paleo snack, or mixed with plant-based milk for a delicious, vegan breakfast.

Ingredients: Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds (O), Coconut Oil (O), Maple Syrup, Pecans, Shredded Coconut (O), Cashews (O), Flax Seeds (O), Sesame Seeds, Hemp (O), Chia (O)

O = Organic

Packaged in minimal, backyard compostable material. Multiple order of the same product will be packaged together. Jar option available at checkout. 

Origin: Mexico

Processed: Canada

Certified Organic

Ingredients: Organic Hulled Sesame Seeds, Organic Sesame Oil.

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Organic Cardamom Seed, Guatemala

75 Gram Spice Jar refill.  Multiple quantities will be packaged together.

Packaged in a backyard compostable cellulose sleeve.

Organic Brown Rice Syrup, Pakistan       

Brown rice syrup is a vegan and gluten-free liquid sugar substitute derived from brown rice. It’s traditionally used in Asian foods and has become popular among people looking for a plant-based sweetener alternative to refined sugar. This syrup can be used as-is or in baking and cooking to sweeten foods with fewer calories, though adjustments need to be made when using it as a substitute in recipes.

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Organic Corn Flour (Organic Masa Harina), USA

Masa, the Spanish word for “dough,” is the traditional dough used to make corn tortillas. It is made with hominy, or dried corn kernels that have been cooked and soaked in lime (calcium hydroxide) water, which are then ground into masa. Masa harina is flour made from the cooked, dried masa.

No jar deposit – packaged in 100% recycled kraft paper bag.

Organic Dried Pineapple Rings, Peru

Harvested when perfectly ripe- these rings are bursting with flavour and sweetness.

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White Organic Sushi Rice, USA

Sushi rice is a traditional Japanese short-grain rice and differs from other types of rice grains due to its sticky consistency. It is truly superb in traditional Sushi rolls, salads, and other Asian dishes.

No jar deposit- packaged in kraft paper. 

Per 100g price is $1.57

Certified Organic Sesame Oil, Mexico

Ingredients: 100% sesame seed oil

Production: Sesame oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds and then filtering the liquid to remove undesirable particles.

Qualities: the unique nutrients in sesame seeds are well preserved present in this raw, unrefined oil. It contains primarily polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. The natural occurring sesame lignans, which help the antioxidant process, have been attributed to have numerous health benefits including blood cholesterol reduction, oxidative stress attenuation, lipid metabolism modification, anti-inflammatory effects, and vitamin-E enhancement, among others. Tocopherol and sesamol, both vitamin-E precursors, are the main antioxidants present in this oil.

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Organic Brown Rice Flour, USA

No jar deposit – packaged in 100% recycled kraft paper bag. 

Organic Sun Dried Apricots, Turkey

These are not your average bright orange dried apricots, they won’t ruin your dentistry- bonus! These apricots are sun dried in Turkey and kept in the fridge to maintain freshness. They are soft and delicious. Prefect for snacking or chopping up and adding to your granola in the morning.

Production: These unsulfured apricots are harvested when fully ripe, then pitted and traditionally dried in the sun, a process that usually takes between 3 and 4 days.

Ingredients: Organic Dried Apricots

Keep refrigerated 

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Whole Wheat Organic Couscous, USA

Per 100g price is $1.60

Whole wheat couscous is more nutritious that the regular variety. It’s made from whole wheat durum flour. It contains 5 to 6 grams of fiber per serving, which can help you meet the recommended daily amount of fiber. Couscous has a mild flavor which makes it extremely versatile.

When ordering the kilogram option- it will be packaged in a paper bag. The price is discounted by $1.00 as the jar deposit automatically applies at checkout.

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Organic Poppy Seeds, Turkey

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Essential Organics, Canada

Ingredients: organic glucose syrup (wheat), organic cane sugar, pectin, citric acid, vitamin C, natural flavours; coloured with organic carrot juice, organic pumpkin juice, organic apple juice, and organic blackcurrant juice; wheat starch.

Contains Wheat. Manufactured on shared equipment with coconut and sulfites.

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Nuts are hand roasted by Island Nut Roastery and freshly ground to order.

Our freshly peanut butter is ground on Monday and in your cupboard by Tuesday!  It’s so fresh that there is no time for the oil to separate- the result is a light and fluffy peanut butter that could be mistaken for buttercream icing. Unsalted, so add a pinch of pink salt over your peanut butter toast if desired.

Get the light, fresh taste without breaking your Vitamix.

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Organic Thompson Raisins, Uzbekistan

Per 100g price is $2.07

Ingredients: organic thompson raisins, 0.05% organic sunflower oil

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Organic Black Turtle Beans, Mexico

Per 100g price is $1.54

Known as Phaseolus vulgaris in scientific circles, they’re also called “turtle beans” in English and frijoles negros in Spanish. Black beans have a satisfying texture and mildly sweet flavor. They’re also incredibly healthy, providing multiple vital nutrients with minimal fat and sugar.

When ordering the kilogram option- it will be packaged in a paper bag. The price is discounted by $1.00 as the jar deposit automatically applies at checkout.

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