What’s In The Box? September 7-13
SEPTEMBER 7-13
Rise n’ Shine
It’s breakfast time! This week’s lineup stars a bevy of late-summer favorites—cherry tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, Japanese eggplant, green beans, sweet corn and more—all complemented by breakfast-ready ingredients such as organic link sausages, cinnamon-raisin bread and farm-fresh eggs. Also including organic Greek yogurt, apple-pear cider, crisp salad greens, ripe yellow peaches, melon and Italian prunes, plus fragrant garden greens, this box will help you start the day off right—so pour yourself a cup of locally-roasted coffee and greet the day.
Here’s what you’ll find in your box this week:
Skagit River Ranch Breakfast Sausages
With a flavor profile that includes hints of sweet maple syrup and savory spices, these incredible breakfast sausage links are made from the all-natural pork raised on the Skagit River Ranch in Sedro-Woolley. These pampered pigs roam outdoors in certified-organic pasture land to root and dig, thriving on a diet of flax seed, corn and wheat.
Cinnamon Raisin Bread
Baked just for us by our favorite local bakery, this fresh-baked cinnamon raisin loaf makes for a delicious base to French toast.
Island Time Coffee Deception Dark Roast
Crafted specifically for the Northwest aesthetic, Island Time Coffee Company sources only the finest, farm-direct, sustainable coffee beans from Latin America and Indonesia. All of the Whidbey Island-based company’s coffees are small-batch roasted, ensuring the best possible freshness. This particular dark blend features a mixture of Italian-roasted Latin-American beans and boasts distinctive bittersweet notes and rich, earthy tones.
Allview Orchards Honeycrisp Apple-Pear Cider
This crisp cider from Chelan’s Allview Orchards is made from a wonderful combination of Honey Crisp apples and Bartlett pears plucked straight from the orchards. Unfiltered for a clean flavor, the pasteurized cider is both smooth and sweet, with a mellow finish courtesy of the pears.
The Vincent Board Track Racer Rosé 2022
Crafted from a combination of Grenache, Mourvedre and Syrah grapes, this crisp, dry wine from Mark Ryan Winery features a supple finish, with refreshing acidity and a lithe texture.
Farm Fresh Eggs
As they spend lots of time outdoors in their run, our small flock of heritage breed laying hens are enjoying succulent popweed pulled from the gardens along with an extra helping of grain to supplement their diet to give us fresh eggs in beautiful shades of brown, beige and cream.
Samish Bay Organic Greek Yogurt
This perfectly-creamy, yet delightfully-tangy pure strained yogurt hails from a certified-organic, 200-acre dairy farm in Skagit County that produces gorgeous artisan cheeses and yogurts crafted from the milk of their herd of Milking Shorthorn cows.
Summer Fruit
Farthest North melon, yellow peaches and beautiful Italian prunes.
Fresh Organic Greens
Mini red Romaine, red and green Shiso, cantaloupe shoots and Little Gem lettuce.
Seasonal Organic Fruit & Vegetables
This week’s beautiful bounty of produce also includes Rio de Oro peppers, Lesya peppers, mixed summer squash, cherry tomatoes, Persian cucumber, Chioggia beets, Japanese eggplant, green beans, fennel and Honey Select corn.
Fresh Garden Herbs
Italian parsley, thyme and Tualco heirloom garlic from the walled garden at Bella Luna, as well as roselle, an ornamental edible plant related to okra whose burgundy calyxes can be used to add a hibiscus-like tart, fruity flavor to dried teas, jellies, syrups, and sauces.
What’s In The Box? August 31-September 6
AUGUST 31-SEPTEMBER 6
Summer Harvest
From juicy tomatoes and crisp greens to sweet corn and ripe melon, the summer harvest continues apace this week as these beautiful garden-grown all-stars are complemented by such Southwestern favorites as all-natural chorizo sausage and hand-pressed tortillas. Inside this box, you’ll also find freshly-baked challah bread, fragrant herbs, eggs from our heritage breed hens, and unique ingredients like fresh papalo, Poblano peppers and heirloom purple tomatillos to help you kick things up an extra notch. Enjoy!
Here’s what you’ll find in your box this week:
Skagit River Ranch Chorizo Sausage
This pig has kick: Spiced with cumin, coriander and Ancho chili powder, these flavorful sausage links from our friends at the Skagit River Ranch in Sedro-Woolley are crafted from their famous all-natural pork and make for a spicy addition to any Tex-Mex fare you choose, from tacos to frittatas!
Patty Pan Cooperative Wholegrain Flour Tortillas
The locally-made, hand-pressed tortillas from this Shoreline-based worker-owned coop are crafted from just four stellar ingredients: Olive oil, salt, water and organic flour from Cairnspring Mills located in the Skagit Valley.
Challah Bread
Baked just for us by our favorite bakery in Snohomish, this fresh loaf boasts a sweet, rich flavor thanks to a traditional base of silky eggs and Shepherd’s Grain flour, plus a touch of sugar.
Caliche Albariño 2022
With a bouquet of citrus and tropical fruit on the nose, this crisp wine features luscious flavors of tangerine, melon and pineapple that come through on the palate, plus a superb minerality and a refreshing aromatic finish.
Farm Fresh Eggs
As they spend lots of time outdoors in their run, our small flock of heritage breed laying hens are enjoying succulent popweed pulled from the gardens along with an extra helping of grain to supplement their diet to give us fresh eggs in beautiful shades of brown, beige and cream.
Summer Fruit
Ripe red watermelon from Caruso Farms, plus beautiful Italian prunes, and yellow peaches.
Fresh Organic Greens
Mixed mini lettuces.
Seasonal Organic Fruit & Vegetables
This week’s beautiful bounty of summer produce also includes sweet corn, onions, mixed cherry tomatoes, mixed summer squash, Poblano peppers and Oaxaca heirloom purple tomatillos.
Fresh Garden Herbs
Italian parsley, garlic, basil and papalo, an aromatic herb native to Mexico with a flavor reminiscent of cilantro and arugula, all harvested fresh from the walled garden at Bella Luna.
What’s In The Box? August 24-30
Sun Ripened
No matter how you pronounce it, the word ‘tomato’ practically sings of summer, as well it should as the seasonal beauties are now at their best here in August. This week’s box pays homage to the ripe, juicy summer favorite with a selection of heirloom tomatoes, plus fresh bucatini pasta, sun-dried tomato-kissed Pomodoro bread, farm-fresh eggs, and smoky scamorza cheese all to help you enjoy their vine-ripened glory. A wealth of summer produce ranging from fennel and peppers to summer squash and cucumbers, plus ripe Tuscan melon and fresh-picked blueberries from Bow, Washington, finishes off this bright and beautiful lineup.
Here’s what you’ll find in your box this week:
Fresh Bucatini Pasta
Hand-crafted in nearby Bellingham, this spaghetti-like semolina pasta has a hole running through the center—hence the name bucatini, which comes from the Italian buco, meaning “hole”, while bucato means “pierced”. This week, top this lovely pasta with fresh heirloom tomatoes and basil for a quick, summery entrée.
Heirloom Tomatoes
Our locally-grown heirloom and cherry tomatoes continue to ripen apace, and they are ready to be enjoyed in your burgers, sandwiches, salads, and of course, this week’s suggested pasta. This week’s impressive selection includes: Cuor di Bue Albenga, Juliet, Rapunzel, black cherry, Barry’s Crazy cherry, Sungold and Sweet Mojo varieties.
Pomodoro Loaf
Flecked with flavorful sun-dried tomatoes and herbs, plus a hint of sea salt, this savory loaf is baked just for us by our favorite bakery in Snohomish.
Kind Stranger 2022 Rosé
This dry, direct-to-press rosé from Washington’s Wahluke Slope is fruit-forward with a crisp, bright finish. A Provencal style rosé composed of Grenache, Mourvedre, and Cinsault grapes, it is made by Ohio native Andrew Latta, with proceeds benefiting Mary’s Place in Seattle.
Farm Fresh Eggs
As they spend lots of time outdoors in their run, our small flock of heritage breed laying hens are enjoying succulent popweed pulled from the gardens along with an extra helping of grain to supplement their diet to give us fresh eggs in beautiful shades of brown, beige and cream.
Ferndale Farmstead Smoky Scamorza
Crafted by the cheesemakers at this family-owned and -operated farm in Ferndale, this Smoky Scamorza is a three-time award winning signature Italian cheese aged on ropes, a technique used by artisans for hundreds of years that gives it a characteristic pear-shaped body. A relative of a mozzarella, but with a bolder and more buttery flavor, this cheese is smoked in-house using a signature blend of Apple and Alder wood smoke.
Summer Fruit
Ripe summer melon and freshly-picked blueberries from Bow Hill Blueberries.
Fresh Organic Greens
Chicory frisée, cantaloupe shoots, green shiso and Little Gem lettuces.
Seasonal Organic Fruit & Vegetables
This week’s beautiful bounty of summer produce also includes sprouting broccoli, fennel, Walla Walla sweet onion, Costata Romanesco summer squash, Russian Banana fingerling potatoes, Jimmy Nardello peppers, Czech black peppers and Persian cucumbers.
Fresh Garden Herbs
Fresh Italian parsley, chives and basil from the walled garden at Bella Luna.
What’s In The Box? August 17-23
Summer Splendor
The Italian summer calls to mind visions of beautiful wine, fresh creamy cheeses, and garden-fresh produce simply and beautifully prepared. Hence, this week’s box captures the flavors of summer by way of Italy with a bounty of produce that includes heirloom tomatoes, Italian eggplant, fennel, and zucchini, plus Skagit River Ranch Italian sausage and fresh fior di latte mozzarella-style cheese from Ferndale Farmstead Creamery. Also included for this relaxed, refreshing spread: Italian Rustica bread, farm-fresh eggs, ripe yellow peaches, and fragrant, garden-grown herbs. Mangia!
Here’s what you’ll find in your box this week:
Skagit River Ranch Italian Sausage
The pampered pigs raised on the Skagit River Ranch in Sedro-Woolley roam outdoors in certified-organic pasture land to root, dig, and cavort as only happy pigs can, thriving on a diet of flax seed, corn and wheat. Spiced with savory herbs, this delectable Italian-style sausage adds a savory note to the likes of pastas, pizzas and more.
Italian Rustica Bread
This freshly-baked loaf is made at a small bakery in Snohomish using a wild yeast starter, which creates an airy, chewy bread and a delightfully-crisp crust. This bread is wonderfully sliced and toasted for crostini—simply rub each lightly-charred piece with a cut clove of garlic for extra flavor and then enjoy them with some summery heirloom tomatoes and fresh mozzarella!
Protocol 2018 Red Wine
Offering lovely fresh blackberry and strawberry flavors, this easy drinking red from Spain’s hot interior goes great with casual summer fare.
Ferndale Farmstead Fior di Latte Cheese
Fior di Latte, or “blossom of milk” translated into English, is a fresh, whole milk mozzarella with a delicate flavor and texture. Crafted by the cheesemakers at this family-owned and -operated farm in Ferndale, this particular version is made the old fashioned way using Italian cultures instead of vinegar to give it the full mozzarella flavor that this well-known cheese deserves.
Farm Fresh Eggs
As they spend lots of time outdoors in their run, our small flock of heritage breed laying hens are enjoying succulent popweed pulled from the gardens along with an extra helping of grain to supplement their diet to give us fresh eggs in beautiful shades of brown, beige and cream.
Voyager Collection Coriander Spice Blend
Eric Ripert of Manhattan’s Le Bernardin and Lior Lev Sercarz of La Boîte have created a unique line of spices, The Voyager Collection to help home cooks elevate everyday dishes—try this lovely coriander mixed with your favorite spices and sprinkled over grilled summer vegetables.
Summer Fruit
Beautifully-ripe yellow peaches.
Fresh Organic Greens
Escarole.
Seasonal Organic Fruit & Vegetables
This week’s beautiful bounty of summer produce includes sweet corn, Walla Walla sweet onions, Italian eggplant, zucchini, and fennel, plus both cherry and heirloom tomatoes.
Fresh Garden Herbs
Fragrant basil, mint, Italian parsley and garlic from the walled garden at Bella Luna.
Amaretti Cookies with Coffee
Accented by freshly-ground coffee notes, these traditional soft, buttery Italian cookies are a wonderful little pick-me-up.
