First Alternative Co-op Customer Resources

First Alternative Co-op offers customers a variety of free resources for shopping, cooking, eating and living. From free publications and newsletters to recipes and meal planning guides, we think it’s important to make living a healthy lifestyle easy and accessible for everybody.

The Thymes

First Alternative Co-op’s quarterly magazine includes a wide range of informative articles.

The Scoop

First Alternative’s monthly newsletter includes board communications, updates, and events calendar.

Budget Bites

Budget-minded meal plans with recipes and a shopping list included. Eat well on a budget!

Co-op Recipes

Peruse our library of recipes using the freshest Co-op ingredients. Check our recipe blog regularly for seasonal Co-op Classic recipes and simple, affordable Budget Recipe ideas.

Bulk Look-up

Got a mystery bulk spice or flour? Look it up using either a keyword or PLU # using our handy bulk look-up tool.

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