Wild for Weleda by Marilyn Walls, M.S

PCCNATURALMARKETS.COM MARCH 2017

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SOUND CONSUMER Wild for Weleda by Marilyn Walls, M.S. Vitamin sale benefits Vitamin Angels or nearly a century, the March 1 through 28 German skincare company All PCC brand vitamins and F Weleda has pioneered clean supplements are 20 percent off body care with wild-crafted, organic now through March 28! For the ninth consecutive and biodynamic ingredients from its year, PCC is partnering with own gardens, fair trade farms, and the nonprofit Vitamin Angels. cooperatives around the world. Vitamin Angels works to reach women and children around the It’s dawn a few miles outside of world with the vital nutrients Schwabisch Gmund, Germany, and baskets they need for good health. PCC are being filled with the handpicked will donate 25 cents of every calendula flowers to be used in Weleda body bottle of PCC brand vitamins or care and baby products. Traditionally these supplements sold. Just 25 cents beautiful orange and yellow flowers are picked right after the dew dries, at their peak, can provide a child in need with before the sun warms them too much. An life-changing vitamins for an insect hotel, a bee hive, a reflective pond, a entire year! To learn more, visit compost heap and a greenhouse are nearby. vitaminangels.org. Lined ceramic containers once used to distill plant oils now are displayed as garden art. A Weleda gardener handpicks calendula, Employees enter the gardens through used to soothe and nourish skin. a living willow arch, which changes with the seasons. They take exacting data of the echinacea, poppies, arnica and more than 250 other plants that they harvest. Families Helping Families Then the fresh harvests go directly to offering herbs, flowers and fruits from coun- Good-for-gums ratanhia From March 1 to 31, PCC the processing facility, where great care is tries all over the globe. The partnerships will donate a percentage of taken to clean the roots, peel the bark and Weleda’s first cooperative started in Peru are with both small and large farms, with PCC Kid Picks product sales to hand-select the best blossoms and leaves. more than 40 years ago to protect the endan- cooperative and cultivation projects. Seattle Children’s Hospital’s The calendula is picked and blended into gered ratanhia (Krameria triandra) plant. With a team of Peruvian farmers and the organic gardens. a tincture on the very same day to assure Ethical partners freshness and potency. Nature Conservation Authority, one of the Your purchase of Kid Picks All of this seems fitting for Weleda, Weleda’s cooperative partners thrive be- early fair trade projects was begun to stop the products will benefit directly whose founder, Dr. Rudolph Steiner, cre- cause the farmers receive a fair price for their overharvesting of the ratanhia plant. Besides the Children’s Hospital Or- ated the principles that define biodynamic crops and a promise to buy a certain quantity assuring the local farmers of fair wages and ganic Garden where the goal farming in the 1920s. Steiner described each annually, and they work in safe, sustainable education, it safeguarded the dried ratanhia is to change the perception farm as a complete, self-sustaining organism conditions. Weleda even prefinances the roots used in Weleda Ratanhia Toothpaste, of hospital food by working — the soil was “alive,” and if kept in balance, harvests. The co-ops receive help converting Plant Gel Toothpaste and Salt Toothpaste. with patients and their fami- it had the ability to give life to healthy plants. to organic practices, get agricultural training Today 5,000 acres are dedicated to organic lies to create natural, healthy Composting, fertilization and pest control for their children, and often are established ratanhia, and for each root harvested, five dishes based on familiar, are achieved using natural farm resources, in cooperation with developmental organiza- seeds are planted in the exact location. home-cooked meals. There’s a and chemicals or growth hormones are tions, universities or international environ- Ratanhia grows in arid climates, usually focus on using organic, locally strictly forbidden. That’s the philosophy mental protection groups. at high altitudes, and likes a sunny spot. sourced foods that come from Known for the tannins in the bark of the root, behind biodynamics: take good care of your Weleda is a member of the Union for the hospital’s organic garden Ethical BioTrade (UEBT), a nonprofit certi- it has been used historically by Peruvians for farm, and it will take good care of you. and broader community. Since Weleda was started in 1921, a rever- fier in Europe. “UEBT certification is based their teeth and gums. As an astringent, the “The meals we create are ence for plants and an honoring of botanical on a blend of both social and biodiversity properties of ratanhia shrink and tighten about so much more than the benefits have been the foundation for the criteria,” a Weleda representative explained. tissues and protect against bleeding. These recipe — it’s about making creation of the company’s body care products. “Joining the UEBT came when we rec- benefits can ease oral inflammation and food part of the patients’ over- From the beginning Weleda has nurtured ognized the challenges to transparency strengthen gums. Since Weleda’s standards all healing experience,” says relationships with farmers and wild-crafters. across the supply chain. With UEBT we can for ingredients closely align with PCC’s Chef Ryan Garcia. “If our Weleda’s plant needs eventually outpaced use the organizations’ standards to ensure standards, ingredients such as sodium lauryl the supplies from its 50 acres of biodynamic that all of our sourcing practices promote patients are happy and enjoy- gardens in Germany, however, leading the the conservation of biodiversity and that ing what they eat, that’s also company into 50 fair trade partnerships benefits are shared equally.” CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 one less thing parents have to worry about.” The hospital’s overall food culture aims to educate pa- PCC Natural Markets CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED PRSRT STD tients and families about the 3131 Elliot Avenue, Suite 500 US POSTAGE importance of fueling the body PAID Seattle, WA 98121 with natural foods. Fostering SEATTLE, WA the Seattle Children’s organic PERMIT NO. 401 garden to help it become a consistent food source for the hospital is one important part. 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EDITOR Eli Penberthy about this. As a clinical toxicologist in the area I want to emphasize the water filter option. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Cate Hardy Though our tap water is some of the coun- PURE ÉIRE DAIRY NUTRITION PUBLIC AFFAIRS DIRECTOR Trudy Bialic POTASSIUM IN PCC SALADS try’s safest, lead is understood to be “toxic BOARD OF TRUSTEES I recently purchased your Pure Éire without a threshold,” meaning no exposure Carol Binder Maggie Lucas I’m wondering how much potassium is skim milk in a glass bottle. Only the cap Alice Cho Snyder Elin Smith is the ideal, particularly for children with says it is skim milk and although I know in a one-fourth-pound serving of each of their growing nervous systems. A family can Tania DePue Sandy Voit that it is grass-fed and not homogenized, these PCC deli salads: Moroccan Yam, Em- do a lot to push lead exposure closer to zero Michael Hutchings Bruce Williams the milk seems so creamy, even allowing Julianne Lamsek Catherine L. Walker erald City, and Pecorino Quinoa and Kale. by using a rated, inexpensive filter. For other for imperfect separation of milk and cream, — Leanne simple lead exposure guidelines visit www. I believe it is whole milk. Am I mistaken? cdc.gov/nceh/lead/infographic.htm. Corrections I can find no nutritional information PCC replies: These three salads are good Lead screening guidelines for children on Pure Éire’s skim milk on the bottle, on In the February Sound Consumer sources of potassium because they contain rapidly are becoming more rigorous. The we failed to include a proper at- its website or on PCC’s website. Is that not potassium-rich ingredients such as yams. Centers for Disease Control essentially rec- tributtion for a photo captioned Envi- required by law to provide a nutritional (A cup of yams provides more than 400 mg ommends that all kids with any significant ronmental org, Food & Water Watch, breakdown of the product? potassium, and a cup of quinoa has about lead exposure be screened by blood testing sponsors a rally against fracking that — Maribeth 320 mg.) Unfortunately, we’re not able to appeared on page 7. The photo is by: at 1 and 2 years old. a katz/Shutterstock.com. provide the exact amount of potassium in Significant exposure can be as simple as liv- Pure Éire Dairy replies: Our skim milk our prepared foods because the software we ing in a city with total population greater than does sometimes have a small cream line at the currently use doesn’t provide that level of 1 million people, or in a neighborhood where very top. It shouldn’t be a significant amount. PCC neighborhood locations: analysis. It only allows us to calculate fat, more than a quarter of the residences were This appears because we don’t homogenize. protein, carbs, etc. Starting in 2018, however, built before 1950. North Carolina in 2013 led We separate as much of the cream out as Bothell nutrition labels will require the amount of the way at the state level by legislating funded possible but a little cream can still occur Daily 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. potassium to be listed on food labels. blood lead testing for all children regardless and naturally separate. We routinely test 22621 Bothell Everett Highway For more information about potas- of individual risk at ages 1 and 2 years old, the fat percentages to make sure there is no Bothell, WA 98021 sium in food and why it’s important, see with a catch-up schedule if earlier testing was significant fat in it. Our skim milk also is missed. Other states will follow and I think this 425-492-0122 pccnaturalmarkets.com/r/4426. creamier naturally than other skim milks on standard is appropriate for all families. the shelf, just because of the makeup of the Columbia City — John Hibbs, Professor, milk. We often hear the milk has much more Daily 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Bastyr University flavor and creaminess than other brands. 3610 S. Edmunds St. We ship only within the state of Washing- FROZEN VEGETABLE NUTRITION Thanks to Bill Thorness for his well- Seattle, WA 98118 ton, so are exempt from nutritional labeling researched article on current water quality 206-466-6182 I have a few questions on frozen requirements. However, we have established and its contaminants. Unfortunately, years vegetables, in particular: Stahlbush Island nutritional info for our yogurt. This informa- Edmonds ago, some communities on the Eastside felt that Farms butternut squash and cauliflower tion soon will be on our website and packaging. Daily 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. adding fluoride to water would help strengthen florets, Cascadian Farm organic cut 9803 Edmonds Way the enamel of their children’s teeth. broccoli and kale, and Woodstock Farms Edmonds, WA 98020 Fluoride still is used for this purpose Brussels sprouts. 425-275-9036 in toothpaste. Some dentists now offer a VEGAN DIET AND VITAMIN B12 1. Are they certified USDA Fancy? fluoride application to patients as part of Fremont My husband has eaten a vegan diet for their regular teeth cleaning. Daily 6 a.m. to midnight 2. Are the vegetables frozen immediately more than 35 years and has used spirulina We should take responsibility for expos- after picking? for about 30 years as his vitamin B12 supple- 600 N. 34th St. ing ourselves to fluoride and take steps to ment. We were just reading that B12 from Seattle, WA 98103 My main concern is the nutritional take it out of our tap water. 206-632-6811 algae and seaweed is not considered true content of these vegetables vs. fresh ones, — Sandy in Sammamish and online research tells me that I should B12, rather pseudo B12, which supposedly Greenlake Aurora can mask a B12 deficiency. My husband’s be asking the above questions about PCC replies: We encourage investing in Daily 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. health appears good and he has a very frozen vegetables. a high-quality water filter that will remove 7504 Aurora Ave. N. physical job so we’re confused. If you have any other points on nutri- lead, fluoride and other contaminants. Seattle, WA 98103 We’re wondering if your supplier of spi- tional content of the frozen vegetables listed Inexpensive carbon filters will remove some 206-525-3586 lead but typically they are not effective in rulina, which we assume is grown in ponds in above, it would be appreciated. Thanks! taking out all four forms of lead, nor do they order to be organic, adds the B12 supplement Greenlake Village — Steven or is this B12 solely from algae? And what are Daily 6 a.m. to midnight typically remove “dissolved contaminants,” such as fluoride — or microorganisms, such your thoughts on B12 vs. pseudo B12? 450 NE 71st St. PCC replies: Nutrient level differences as cryptosporidium or giardia. — Linda and Ken Seattle, WA 98115 between fresh and frozen produce are so The key question when shopping for a filter 206-729-5075 minor they aren’t likely to impact overall PCC nutrition educator Nick Rose replies: is whether it can remove dissolved and undis- health. Certain nutrients are completely B12 is not added to the supplement, because Issaquah solved contaminants. About 95 percent of known resistant to freezing, such as fiber, minerals it would have to be declared as an additional Daily 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. water contaminants are dissolved inorganics. and protein. Vitamins and antioxidants ingredient (listed as cyanocobalamin, or That means inexpensive carbon filters remove at Pickering Place are less stable when vegetables get heated methyl cobalamin on the label). So the B12 1810 12th Ave. NW only 5 percent of the contaminants, leaving 95 and processed. reported on the nutrition label reflects the Issaquah, WA 98027 percent of the problems behind in your water. In some cases, frozen produce actually amount of B12 in the spirulina itself. 425-369-1222 Systems using distillation, reverse osmosis can be higher in certain nutrients, because Spirulina and other forms of algae are or Custom Pure’s ion exchange can remove up to some vitamins and antioxidants deteriorate not considered reliable sources of vitamin Kirkland 95 percent of all contaminants, undissolved and B12. These foods may contain B12 when Daily 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. as “fresh” produce is shipped and sitting on dissolved. We recommend Custom Pure’s filtra- analyzed, but the form of this nutrient is not 10718 NE 68th St. the shelf at the supermarket, while freezing tion system and use it for the misting water in bioavailable and therefore is called “pseudo- Kirkland, WA 98033 prevents this type of nutrient loss. There’s our produce departments to ensure the integrity vitamin B12,” as you note. 425-828-4622 much more nutritional loss that occurs with of our organic produce is maintained. We also cooking than with freezing. Research published in the journal Nutrients Redmond sell bulk Custom Pure water in our stores. The New York Times recently gave in 2014 suggests that nori (aka purple laver) Daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. an overview of research on this topic might be the best possible vegan food source 11435 Avondale Rd. NE (pccnaturalmarkets.com/r/4370). of vitamin B12 (see pccnaturalmarkets. Redmond, WA 98052 NON-GMO PORK com/r/4371). It’s unclear, however, whether Stahlbush Island reports it “freezes 425-285-1400 nori contains an active or pseudo form of B12. [produce] immediately after harvest, sealing Is there such a thing as pork that has not Vegetables grown organically can con- View Ridge in the perfect flavor.” Freezing immediately been fed any corn? I’m concerned there is no tain traces of B12, as a result of natural Daily 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. after harvest is standard in the industry, so such thing as non-GMO corn in the United fertilizers (manure). Spending time in your it’s likely Cascadian Farm and Woodstock States. Aren’t even “natural” pigs fed corn? 6514 40th Ave. NE own garden and eating produce directly from do so as well. — Monica Seattle, WA 98115 the soil are suspected to provide traces of 206-526-7661 The grade of vegetables is unlikely to PCC replies: Yes, there is such a thing vitamin B12 in a vegetarian/vegan diet. It’s influence the nutritional properties as it West Seattle as pork from pigs not fed corn and we carry not clear whether or not this soil form of B12 reflects just physical appearance, rather than Daily 6 a.m. to midnight it at PCC! It’s from Pure Country Pork, a is the active or pseudo form. nutritional quality. The brands you mentioned Washington producer and the first Non-GMO We don’t need very much vitamin B12, 2749 California Ave. SW aren’t labeled with “Fancy” or any other Seattle, WA 98116 Project Verified meat vendor in the country and it can take up to five years for a deficiency 206-937-8481 grades. FYI, for frozen vegetables, “Fancy” (see pccnaturalmarkets.com/r/4368). to develop. The Academy of Nutrition and has been replaced with “U.S. Grade A” ac- Pure Country Pork pigs are fed North- Dietetics recommends vegans consume a daily pccnaturalmarkets.com cording to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. west grains (triticale, wheat, barley and vitamin B12 supplement or B12 fortified foods. peas) plus vegetable protein, flax seed, vita-

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sulfate never have been in any Weleda oral seed oil contains antioxidants, essential fatty care. In fact, no synthetics ever have been acids and vitamins, which may assist in skin part of Weleda products. regeneration and firming. Products we love Weleda sources sea buckthorn berries Nourishing wild roses from the world’s first biodynamic sea Bonus: they’re on sale all month! buckthorn farm in San Marino, Italy. The “Weleda is the single largest buyer of sea buckthorn plants bask in the Italian Arnica Sports Shower Gel — With roses in the world,” said Deanne Zirker, sun, adapting to the heat and dryness. The the sustainability of arnica being Weleda western regional sales manager properties of the plant for surviving the threatened in Europe by changing and educator. “More than 400,000,000 roses sunny environment translate into human conditions, Weleda formed coali- a year are harvested in Turkey.” hydration benefits, especially in the form tions to protect this plant used to According to Zirker, the roses “sup- of omega 7 and vitamin C. According to comfort sore muscles. Weleda ar- port the skin with moisturizing and Ziker, “both nutrients support the skin nica is sustainably harvested in Ro- anti-inflammatory properties.” with moisturizing and anti-inflammatory mania and the Vosges Mountains To secure this supply of wild roses of France by cooperatives of local Weleda formed the Sebat Cooperative in 2001 properties.” Sea buckthorn is blended with farmers and wild-crafters. Sea Buckthorn Body Lotion has with 30 farmers. It has grown to 300 farmers cheerful citrus essential oils into hand moisturizing ingredients such as mac- in the Turkish village of Senir, who grow cream, body lotion and body wash. Weleda Pomegranate Hand Cream adamia nut oil, shea butter and sooth- and harvest these organic roses, despite the Birch leaves and birch extracts have been — Thicker than most, to offer more ing mallow extract. Hydrating and political unrest in that country. sustainably collected in the Czech Republic hydration and protection. Besides replenishing without being greasy. The antioxidants provided by the pink and Poland since 1998. Studied as a cell pomegranate to offer healing anti- tones of these organic wild roses nourish detoxifier, birch is used in Weleda’s Birch oxidants, this cream also has sesa- Wild Rose Body Oil can be used as the skin and improve elasticity. Rose has Cellulite Oil. It may help tighten the top layer me seed and avocado oil to enrich a full-body treatment, in the bath long been touted to smooth fine facial lines of skin to give a more refined skin tone. with essential fatty acids for soft, or for massage. Along with rose oil, and as a remedy for capillary issues, such as After 95 years Weleda continues to healthy skin. Your feet will soak up rosehip leaf extract supplies vita- rosacea. The lovely rose properties and rose deliver gentle and effective products this luscious cream, too! mins A and E to fight free radical fragrance enhance Weleda Renewing Facial while supporting fair trade partnerships damage and essential fatty acids to Weleda Ratanhia Toothpaste con- Care and other soothing skin care products, throughout the world. Though reassuring nourish the skin. tains ratanhia and myrrh, which has including Wild Rose Body Oil, Wild Rose and impressive, reading a Weleda label is been used for centuries as an astrin- Weleda Skin Food Cream — There’s Body Lotion and Wild Rose Body Wash. only the beginning. There is a story about gent and antiseptic, as well as to im- a reason Skin Food is the top seller of saving families, communities and plants prove gum and oral health. The fresh all Weleda products at PCC. It’s be- behind the company’s dedication to beauty Age-defying ingredients taste comes from peppermint and loved by our customers because it’s and purity. spearmint essential oils. Cleanses Also sourced in Turkey are pomegranate ultra-rich and soothing for any skin gently without synthetic ingredients. left dry and itchy by winter’s effects. seeds used in the age-defying facial creams. One hundred small-scale farmers produce Marilyn Walls, M.S. is a nutrition these organic pomegranates. Pomegranate educator at PCC.

FOOD ACTION FIGHTS FOR WASHINGTON’S FOOD AND FARMS by Russ Lehman

Editor’s note: PCC works closely with many organizations working to build a more sustainable food system. One of our long- time partners is Food Action ( formerly the Washington Sustainable Food and Farm- ing Network), which recently refreshed its mission and is taking on several important issues. Its vision and good work benefit all of us PCC shoppers who support good food.

From its role as a forceful advocate for the development and training of organic growing practices at Washington State University to March on into your neighbor- its leadership in passing the Healthy Kids/ Healthy Schools Act in 2008, our organiza- hood PCC Cooks classroom for tion has been a leader in the fight for a food policymakers on behalf of sustainable food inspiration, fun and food to get system that’s regenerative, healthy and producers and consumers around the state. you through the last of the winter equitable since its founding 20 years ago. In the coming months we’re also plan- months. Celebrate fruit’s versatil- We’re beginning our 21st year with a ning two major initiatives. The Protect ity with Simple Fruit, where Pas- EVENT: new name, new brand, new location and a Washington Agriculture campaign we’re try Chef Laurie Pfalzer will show renewed sense of purpose. considering will work to protect our you how to roast, poach and even From this point forward, Food Action agricultural products from both the serious GOOD FOOD AND FARMING sauté fruit for sweet and savory will engage conscious consumers in a reduction in market opportunities and the ADVOCACY DAY dishes; join Christina Chung to movement to build a food system where all environmental and health risks of geneti- Monday, March 6 Discover the Flavors of Sichuan, people have access to food that’s good on cally engineered seeds. We’ll also work with with a bold menu guaranteed to a coalition of good food advocates to pass every level: clean, healthy, delicious, and While supporting local, organic food warm you right up; and prepare a soda tax, similar to those that passed ecologically and socially regenerative. by shopping at farmers markets and co-ops for springtime gardening with recently in other parts of the country. This mission is more important than like PCC is a real way to effect change, some Backyard Farming for Family, ever. The new presidential administration We’re at a critical moment in the fight problems in the food system only can be ad- Fun and Food as organic farmer has promised policies that could greatly for a sustainable, fair food system. Will we dressed by statutory or regulatory measures. Sarah Cassidy discusses how to hinder progress toward building sustain- focus our time and energy fighting for or From the way we subsidize destructive agri- foster a living playground and able food and ag systems. against something? Do we fight for food cultural practices, to the lack of resources turn your turf into tilth. Food Action will step up to fight for the security, or against food insecurity? Do we for schools to offer healthful, organic food, sustainable food ideals we believe in in a promote and celebrate organic farms, or Registration for PCC Cooks’ it’s our politicians who must act. number of ways. fight against conventional, chemical-heavy spring catalog opens March 1 Join us in Olympia as we meet with For one, we’ll communicate to law- industrial operations? The answer is simple: — join in our springtime cooking key policymakers to communicate the makers about how essential sustainable both are necessary. We must expose those fever with 1960s appetizers, Bud- importance of sustainable food systems. agriculture is to our economy, environment who are doing wrong and demand changes dha bowls, quick shellfish reci- To learn more and sign up, visit wsffn.org. for the greater good. We also must take ac- pes, weeknight dinners and more. and public health. While legislators hear tion to find and share the solutions we need. Visit PccCooks.com to register. often from conventional ag representatives, they rarely hear from the large contingent of farmers who grow with a commitment Russ Lehman is the executive director to healthy soil and people. We’ll advocate to of Food Action.

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IN THE AISLES

Washington wine w People, places and flavors like nowhere else! ashington uncorkedSAVOR THE BEST OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST by Jeff Cox, PCC wine merchandiser Syncline Winery, Columbia Gorge James and Poppie Mantone began Once upon a time, back when Wash- Syncline with belief in the potential of a ington was synonymous with apples small, sustainably minded family winery and evergreens, a handful of intrepid committed to producing wines that are souls saw a future for wine grapes in our expressive of the vineyard. In addition to farming-friendly climate and geology. Fast their biodynamically farmed estate win- forward from those humble beginnings ery, they work with some of the Columbia to the present, to find our delicious slice Valley’s premier vineyards, actively of Cascadia a major player in world-class participating in their management to grow wines. Washington wine has arrived, and wines that are profoundly infused with a the best is yet to come. sense of place. Once consigned to emulating the success and style of California, its famous Dusted Valley, Walla Walla sibling to the south, Washington has come Naches Heights Vineyard Chinook Wines, Yakima Valley of age. An arid, high desert climate and The Dusted Valley website notes that singular geology are the foundation of the family working together turns dreams A farmer from head to boots, Phil Husband and wife team Kay Simon vividly unique character of Washington’s into reality. Corey Braunel, Chad Johnson Cline was lured from orchard crops to and Clay Mackey are among the pioneers wine regions. Some of the most inspired, and their families are walking that talk, growing grapes by the duo of the indus- of Washington wine. With quality and salt-of-the-earth people on the planet are producing top-quality wines with a clear try’s growth and wine’s seductive siren consistency as their mantra, they’ve been on a mission to translate the inimitable sense of place in their Dusted Valley and song. He farms his estate Naches Heights producing superbly balanced, authentic heart and soul of our state into the amaz- Boomtown wines, guided by the philoso- Vineyards organically and biodynamical- Yakima Valley wines for 33 years. Long ing wines that grace our tables. phy that great wine is made in the vine- ly, and manages a host of other vineyards Live the Kings wines are PCC-exclusive It’s our pleasure and passion to yard. Forty Days and Forty Nights wines that are sustainably farmed. Like our blends. The sale of each bottle $2 is do- collaborate with producers whose work are an homage to the series of cataclysmic other exclusive collaborations, Ahtanum nated to Long Live the Kings, a nonprofit expresses the amazing flavor of our state. floods that helped shape Washington wine Ridge wines are made to deliver authentic organization dedicated to restoring and Help us celebrate Taste Washington country thousands of years ago. These expressions of grape variety and place at preserving wild salmon and steelhead Month by raising a glass (or three), from PCC-exclusive wines are blended by Corey an affordable, everyday price. habitat in the Pacific Northwest. some of our favorite partners. and your obedient correspondent. Terra Blanca/Arch Terrace, Red Lost River Winery, Winthrop Isenhower Cellars, Walla Walla Mountain Domaine Pouillon, Columbia Gorge One of the few things that could be Brett and Denise Isenhower’s story Growing up in the Napa Valley, Keith better than living in the upper Methow Juliet and Alexis Pouillon’s mantra reads like a uniquely Evergreen realiza- Pilgrim was infused with wine culture Valley is making superb Washington wine is to partner with Mother Nature, avoid tion of the American Dream: move to from an early age. A career path as a in that magical place. In 2001 John Morgan “tinkering” with their wines, and to aid Washington with winemaking dreams, geologist and oenologist led to the arid, and wife Barbara House made a giant leap and abet the vineyard to grow wines that work incredibly hard, eventually quit the treeless, sagebrush-carpeted slopes of Red (and a career change) from Bellingham to are honest and expressive of place. They “day job,” ride out an economic recession Mountain, where Keith and wife ReNae, Mazama and hung out a shingle as Lost farm 2.5 acres of biodynamic vineyard, and a few extreme weather challenges — sensing the region’s potential, purchased River Winery. Sourcing grapes from prime purchasing the balance of their grapes and succeed in making gorgeous, expres- 300 acres and began planting vines in 1992. vineyard sites, they produce well-balanced from sustainable vineyards throughout sive, sustainably farmed wines, fermented The rest is history. Way Out West wines wines that are steeped in a sense of terroir. the Columbia Valley. Domaine Pouillon’s on native yeasts. Their I-label wines are PCC exclusives, blended by Keith and Salish Sea White is a PCC-exclusive wine Ladies and Gentlemen wines are special deliver super quality, pure Washington yours truly to deliver a sense of place and that highlights Yakima Valley chenin blanc, blends, produced exclusively for PCC. character and outstanding value. character and offer a superb value. truly one of the state’s unsung hero grapes.

[ STAFF picks ] [ IN SEASON ] HALO TOP ICE CREAM FAUXMAGE OLIVES AND ORGANIC PRODUCE Only 360 calories per pint! A delicious ROSEMARY NON-DAIRY • Green and red Bartlett pears alternative dessert for those who are Silken and delectable nut cheese spread. — from Awesum Organics watching their calorie intake. Don’t let the rosemary scare you, it only — Arvin B. heightens the earthy kalamata olive flavor. An • Melons: cantaloupe, honey- excellent addition to your cheese plate. dew and mini watermelon KATE’S REAL FOOD TRAM BARS — Ruzielle G. — from Covilli Organics These bars taste terrific, they have serious calories, and they’re perfect for keeping • Local Purple sprouting PLOUGH MONDAY ORGANIC tummies happy during long hikes. BREAKFAST PORTER broccoli — from Siri & Son — Scott O. Farms A Portland brew that’s rich and creamy, full of chocolate and roasted coffee flavors. • Larry Anne plums — from SWEET EARTH NATURAL A very balanced and refreshing beer for its Awesum Organics FOODS PERUVIAN BURRITO high alcohol content. Local, delicious and Deep purple skin hides firm, I’m not even vegetarian and I would organic to boot! orange-yellow flesh that’s eat this every day for lunch. Unlike — Allison M. juicy, sweet and aromatic. other quick and easy burritos, this one doesn’t leave you feeling like you have PCC DELI CHEDDAR BISCUIT no idea what you just ate. Perfect with Warm and comforting, this egg and some avocados and your favorite salsa. cheese biscuit to-go is my go-to break- — Matt Y. fast. I have to start my day with eggs and this is my favorite way. WILD CARROT BODY LOTIONS — Jennifer B. In scents such as Mountain Man, Or- egon Lavender and Borage Seed, these PCC DELI COLLARD VEGGIE WRAPS lotions are thick enough for dehydrated With organic cucumber, avocado and hummus, winter skin yet still absorb easily. wrapped up in healthy greens, these are Wonderful smelling! refreshing and healthy! — Lola W. — Emerson D.

4 PCC SOUND CONSUMER MARCH 2017 NATURAL KITCHEN Easy Springtime Soups

As spring vegetables start 8 lime leaves, or peel of 1 lime 4 shallots, trimmed, peeled and smashed to make their seasonal debut 1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 cup) in our produce departments, 1 cup fresh corn kernels 1 jalapeño pepper, peeled and diced there’s still a chill in the 1 1 ⁄2 teaspoons salt

1 air — so we’re cooking up ⁄4 cup coconut milk big pots of hot soups for 4 tablespoons lime juice 1 ⁄4 cup cilantro leaves at least a few more weeks, 2 tablespoons coconut cream (the top before our attention turns to layer on canned coconut milk) Heat a wok and add 3 tablespoons of warmer-weather fare. Here the oil; fry tofu until all sides have a golden we’ve rounded up favorite crust. Remove tofu and set aside. In the same wok with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, recipes from PCC Cooks in- sauté carrot, onion and mushrooms for 3 to 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant. structors, masters at pairing Place the vegetable mixture in a large pot with water and bring to a boil. fun flavors with exceptional When water comes to a boil, stir in chile ingredients. Their soups are peppers, lemongrass, ginger, lime leaves or peel, and shallots. Let boil for 5 minutes, as colorful as they are hearty then add zucchini, corn and jalapeño and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in salt, coconut and healthful. Best of all for milk and lime juice. busy home cooks: they come To serve the soup, divide equally among 6 soup bowls, add tofu and garnish with together in a snap! cilantro and 1 teaspoon of coconut cream. — Recipe by Pranee Halvorsen

EACH SERVING: 260 cal, 19g fat (4g sat), Chicken Tortilla Soup 0mg chol, 610mg sodium, 19g carb, 3g fiber, 9g sugars, 9g protein Serves 6 to 8

1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped Sopa de Pescado 1 Vegetable trim from onions, fennel and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme ⁄2 red bell pepper, chopped (Honduran-Style Fish Soup) 1 carrots 1 quart vegetable broth ⁄2 to 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional) 2 tablespoons olive oil Serves 4 1 tablespoon oil 2 large or 3 medium russet potatoes, 1 large onion, peeled and chopped peeled and finely chopped 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 pound firm white fish, such as cod, halibut or snapper 1 teaspoon ground cumin 3 to 6 garlic cloves, chopped (depending 1 bunch coarsely chopped asparagus, on how much you love garlic!) tough ends removed 1 1 ⁄2 cup lime juice 1 ⁄2 cups shredded cooked chicken 1 bulb fennel, chopped Salt and pepper, to taste 2 teaspoons ground cumin 4 cups chicken stock 1 2 carrots, peeled and chopped ⁄8 teaspoon grated nutmeg 1 (14-ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 tablespoon thyme 1 dried chipotle pepper or a pinch of In a heavy pot, heat oil or butter over 2 tablespoons cilantro, minced, plus additional for garnish chipotle powder Salt and pepper, to taste medium heat and cook leeks, garlic and Broken crisp tortilla chips 3 cups chopped chard or kale thyme for 5 to 6 minutes, or until leeks 1 teaspoon salt 1 bunch cilantro leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano are soft. 4 cups vegetable broth Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, Pour vegetable broth into the pot. 1 (15-ounce) can coconut milk Place chicken, bay leaves, salt and Add chopped potatoes and simmer for 20 for serving 1 medium onion, sliced vegetable trim into a pot and add 6 cups minutes, or until potatoes fall apart. Add 1 ripe avocado, peeled and chopped 1 red bell pepper, diced cold water. Bring to a simmer and cook for asparagus and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, Fresh lime wedges, for serving 1 hour, skimming any foam that rises to the or until asparagus is tender. 2 teaspoons Serrano pepper, minced top. Discard bay leaf and vegetable trim. Allow soup to cool slightly and puree 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, small dice In a soup pot, sauté onions, garlic, bell Strain stock and reserve. Skim the fat from in batches in a blender or food processor. pepper and jalapeño over medium heat in oil Salt and pepper to taste the chicken stock. until just soft, 7 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle with Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg. Stir in Lime wedges for garnish Remove meat from chicken and cut into cream, if desired, and heat through. oregano and cumin. Add chicken, stock, Cilantro for garnish (optional) large chunks. tomatoes and chipotle pepper or powder. — Recipe by Lynne Vea Place the pot back on the stove and Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer Carefully prepare the fish, removing add oil over medium heat. Cook onions, EACH SERVING: 150 cal, 4g fat (0.5g sat), for 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle chips on top of any pin bones and skin. Cut into 2-inch garlic, fennel, carrots and thyme for about 5 0mg chol, 130mg sodium, 25g carb, 4g fiber, each ladled bowl of soup. Serve garnished pieces. Place in a bowl, along with lime minutes. Pour in reserved stock and season 3g sugars, 4g protein with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, juice, cumin, garlic, cilantro and salt. Mix with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 20 chopped avocado and a squeeze of fresh carefully to coat. Set aside while preparing minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add lime juice. broth and vegetables. The fish should chicken, chard or kale, and oregano. Simmer — Recipe by Marie Donadio Tom Kha Ja marinate at least 15 to 30 minutes or up to for 10 minutes more. Adjust the seasoning (Coconut Ginger Vegetable Soup) 1 hour in the fridge. EACH SERVING: 360 cal, 20g fat (5g sat), 40mg with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Place broth, coconut milk and remain- Serves 6 chol, 790mg sodium, 31g carb, 5g fiber, 17g protein — Recipe by Lynne Vea ing vegetables into a medium pot. Heat 5 tablespoons canola oil over medium-high heat until boiling; EACH SERVING: 170 cal, 9g fat (1.5g sat), 20mg reduce to a simmer and cook until potatoes 8 ounces tofu, diced chol, 1,870mg sodium, 15g carb, 5g fiber, 11g protein are cooked through. Easy Chicken and Vegetable Soup 1 1 ⁄2 carrot, diced (about ⁄2 cup) Add fish, with marinade, to the soup Use this recipe as a base, then add your 1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup) and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes or until the favorite noodles, whole grains, dumplings, Asparagus Vichyssoise 8 button mushrooms, stems removed fish flakes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with lime and fresh cilantro tomatoes, spices or other healthy veggies. and diced Serves 6 to 8 3 cups water if desired. Serves 6 to 8 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter 3 Thai or serrano chile peppers, smashed — Recipe by Rachel Duboff 1 whole chicken, cut into sections 3 ⁄4 cup sliced leeks, white and tender green 2 stalks lemongrass, trimmed and smashed EACH SERVING: 210 cal, 1.5g fat (0g sat), 2 bay leaves parts 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, cut into 8 40mg chol, 1130mg sodium, 25g carb, 3g fiber, 2 teaspoons salt 3 cloves garlic, minced pieces and smashed 7g sugars, 23g protein

PCC SOUND CONSUMER MARCH 2017 5 YOUR CO-OP COMMUNITY Find out more about community events at pccnaturalmarkets.com/events

View complete guidelines (pccnaturalmar- Food bank packaging parties Nick Rose, Edible City at MOHAI kets.com/community/grants/guidelines. Help our partnering food banks by PCC nutrition educator PCC is a supporting sponsor of “Edible html) for the grant application process. We donating your time to pack our bulk foods City: A delicious journey,” an exhibit at the look forward to receiving your application! into family-sized portions. Join us: Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) running through September 10, 2017. See Wednesday, March 1 at 7 p.m., FamilyWorks Food Bank the article on page 8, along with special events in March. For more information MARCH Thursday, March 2 at 7 p.m., visit ediblecity.mohai.org. CUSTOMER SERVICE STAR Rainier Valley Food Bank

Wednesday, March 8 at 7 p.m., North Helpline Food Bank Foods that help prevent PCC community grants Monday, March 13 at 6:30 p.m., the “Big C” Do you know of a school or nonprofit Kirkland Hopelink Food Bank Friday, March 24, 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. organization that could benefit from a PCC grant? PCC strives to support organiza- Monday, March 20 at 7 p.m., Issaquah Public Library tions and schools located throughout the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank Thursday, March 30, 7 to 8:15 p.m. regions served by our stores. Four times Sammamish Public Library Wednesday, March 22 at 7 p.m., each year, PCC awards a $2,000 grant to University District Food Bank Learn basic nutrition principles to help a school or nonprofit that exemplifies the you stay healthy throughout your life and spirit of our local community. Monday, March 27 at 7 p.m., sample some delicious foods that may help We have a particular fondness for Mark Gabel, utility staff member Westgate Chapel Food Bank at Issaquah. His warm and open prevent cancer and other diseases. PCC projects and programs that involve food, personality makes him a joy to nutrition educator Nick Rose will show you especially those relating to food education, Please note we cannot accommodate work with, while also offering all how to incorporate more cancer-preventing nutrition and/or sustainability. Grant groups for these packaging parties. For of our customers a unique and recipients will receive recognition — loudly more information, including addresses foods into your daily diet and answer engaging experience. and future dates, visit pccnaturalmarkets. food and nutrition questions in this fun, and proudly — via our print publications, com/foodbank. informal class. social media platforms and on our website.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT

Board meeting Board election Am I ready to vote? Q: Who chooses the slate of board candidates?

The Board of Trustees met on January The Nominating Committee reviewed Q: How do I know if I’m eligible to vote? A: The Nominating Committee is respon- 31 and heard reports from its Finance application materials, interviewed ap- sible for evaluating application materials, Committee, CEO Evaluation Committee plicants for board service and consulted A: You are eligible to vote if your signature choosing applicants for formal interviews, and Bylaws Task Force. The board received references. The committee nominated the is on the original member application a report from the management team on selecting candidates, and presenting a following PCC members for election as for your household and you are an active succession planning at PCC. final slate of candidates to the board and trustees in the 2017 election to fill the three member of PCC Natural Markets (PCC). A representative of the 2016-2017 to members. The PCC Board of Trustees open seats and presents them here with a Nominating Committee attended to present No one else may vote on behalf of you or appoints one trustee to serve on the Nomi- background note on each: the 2017 board candidate slate (see board your household. nating Committee. All remaining members election information, right). The board • Ben Klasky (President and CEO of of the Nominating Committee are elected also recommended the following slate of IslandWood, an outdoor learning Q: How do I know if I’m an “Active Member” by PCC members in the annual election. candidates for election by the members to center serving children throughout the 2017-2018 Nominating Committee: and thereby eligible to vote? the Pacific NW; prior service and Q: Why are there only three candidates for A: You are an active member of PCC if • Janet Hietter (retired Human leadership experience on many boards three seats? Resources Director) including KUOW; sustainability and you have a valid membership and you corporate responsibility experience; have purchased goods at PCC within the A: PCC’s Bylaws have long provided the • Sarah Janus (Benefits Administrator, MBA and masters in education) last 12 months. You may vote only if your Nominating Committee with the flexibility PCC) membership is active as of March 27, 2017. to choose a slate of candidates from avail- • Stephen Tan (Environmental This is the eligibility date set by the Board able applicants based upon the Co-op’s • Don Nordness (Director of lawyer and partner at Cascadia Law of Trustees. If you have questions, contact current and anticipated needs. The Nomi- Operations, Country Save Products) Group; PCC trustee 2006-15 including the PCC Co-op office at 206-547-1222 or email nating Committee must nominate at least two terms as board chair; service • John Sheller (Government Relations [email protected]. three candidates but is free to nominate and leadership roles on nine local Manager, King County Library more when appropriate. PCC’s Bylaws and national boards including the System; former PCC Board Member Q: Who can run for election to the board? provide that, if there are the same number National Audubon Society, KNKX-FM 2010-2016) of candidates as open seats, members still and Washington Trails Association) A: Any active PCC member can apply have the opportunity to vote for or against to be considered for board service if the • Bruce Williams (Incumbent PCC each candidate. A candidate will be elected member is at least 21 years old and meets trustee in his sixth year of service; if the votes cast for that person’s election the eligibility requirements of PCC’s Next board meeting leadership experience on 10 diverse exceed the votes cast against that person’s Bylaws section 3.3. The nominee selection boards in addition to PCC, including election. If a seat is not filled at an election, The next regularly scheduled criteria generally includes business leader- service as CEO, Board Chair and the board may choose to appoint someone board meeting will be on Tuesday, ship and acumen, community leadership, to that vacancy, but that person must stand March 28 at 2:30 p.m. at the General Counsel for HomeStreet familiarity with the cooperative business for reelection the very next year in order to PCC Co-op office: 3131 Elliott Bank; former Peace Corps volunteer; model, experience with Policy Governance Avenue, Suite 500, Seattle, WA social responsibility, legal and continue serving on the board. (the governance system by which the PCC 98121. The member comment finance experience) period is during the first 10 board operates), prior board service, and The process of governing PCC, including minutes of the meeting and You’ll learn more about the candidates a demonstrated commitment to social electing qualified trustees each year, ulti- comments are limited to three in upcoming issues of the Sound Consumer and environmental responsibility. Each mately rests in the hands of the membership. minutes unless additional time and we will post the candidates’ biographi- year the board and management may also Your board and Nominating Committee, and is previously approved by the cal information and campaign statements advise the Nominating Committee of other the Co-op’s dedicated staff, work on behalf board chair. on our website. We’ll also post brief videos specific skills, competencies or experience of all members toward PCC’s continued For agenda planning, of the candidates explaining why they want they feel would most benefit PCC at that success. Thank you for participating in our please email us at board@ to serve on PCC’s Board of Trustees. particular time. The goal is always to pccnaturalmarkets.com if you cooperative’s governance with your vote. plan to attend. All candidate information will remain compose a highly qualified, diverse board For more information on PCC’s Bylaws: posted throughout the election period. that can operate effectively to guide our www.pccnaturalmarkets.com/member/ Voting will begin April 28. growing and complex cooperative business. articlesbylaws/.

6 PCC SOUND CONSUMER MARCH 2017 Soil & Sea Reports from our producers

We may one day be eating pancakes made with blueish flour. Washington State Univer- sity researchers have developed a new wheat-like grain they call Salish Blue, a cross between wheat and its wild cousin, wheat grass. Their goal was to make something that’s like wheat but grows back year after year. Normal wheat dies every year, and wheat farmers have to till the soil and plant new seeds. That means more work for farmers and causes erosion, which makes farmland less healthy and can carry agricultural chemicals into nearby waters. Salish Blue is not yet commercially available, but one of the researchers who developed it has been baking with it.

People who eat fish from Washington state waters will be protected by a combination of new federal and state pollu- Photo credit: NeydtStock/Shutterstock.com tion rules. In November, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approved 45 of the pollution standards that the Washington Depart- [ NEWS BITES ] ment of Ecology adopted earlier in the year. It also said it would impose more than 100 federal standards in New seafood guidelines for More room for organic animals in federal waters, the area of ocean from Washington. The new standards are three to 200 miles offshore, around Hawaii pregnant women It took years of heated debate, but the meant to protect people who eat and other Pacific islands. The program is National Organic Program finally decided about a serving a day, or 175 grams. The U.S. Food and Drug Administra- similar to one recently implemented by tion (FDA) and Environmental Protection how much living space an organic chicken NOAA in the Gulf of Mexico. The farms Agency (EPA) have updated the advice for should have. The new rules fall short of in the Gulf and the Pacific would join the Good news for California pregnant women’s seafood consumption, many organic consumer expectations, al- few aquaculture operations in U.S. waters, farmers: heavy precipitation listing more than 60 species in a chart lowing roughly one to one-and-a-half square though there are smaller operations is erasing years of extremely dry (pccnaturalmarkets.com/r/4374) that feet of living space indoors and 2 square in state waters close to shore. (Hawaii conditions in parts of California, ranks fish as a “best choice,” “good choice” feet outdoors. They also require “vegetative Tribune Herald) with the latest federal report or “choice to avoid.” Expectant mothers cover” on half the ground outdoors and showing that just over 51 percent long have been warned to stay away from restrict tail docking in cattle and pigs, and of the state remains in drought shark, King mackerel, swordfish and tilefish mulesing of sheep. Phase-in could be five to First GE apple slices on the market — and no areas have the worst from the Gulf of Mexico, but now there seven years. (USDA) A small amount of GE Golden Delicious rating, “exceptional drought.” are three new species on the “avoid” list: sliced apples grown by Okanagan Specialty marlin, orange roughy and bigeye tuna. Fruits went on sale in 10 Midwest stores Peaches, pistachios, almonds Glyphosate and liver disease The guidelines also say that a serving size this winter. The company has orchards and other tree crops may should be 4 ounces for an adult and 2 ounces Minute quantities of glyphosate (aka in British Columbia and 85,000 trees at an no longer be able to grow in for children aged 4 to 7. (FDA) Roundup) caused fatty liver disease in undisclosed location in Washington state, California within 30 to 50 years rats, according to a study from Kings with hundreds of thousands more slated to because it may be too warm, ac- “Transitional” organic certification College, London. It prompted the lead be planted in the next two years. GE Golden cording to University of California author to call on regulators to rethink Delicious, Granny Smith and Fuji varieties research. The trees need a certain Two years after PCC prompted a use of Roundup on farms and the risk to have been approved in the United States amount of “chill hours” — rigid national discussion, the U.S. Department humans caused by residues in food. The and Canada but only Golden Delicious and temperatures between 32 and 45 of Agriculture (USDA) now is accepting condition linked to the weedkiller is non- Granny Smiths have been planted long degrees — that help set buds that applications from certifiers to operate a alcoholic fatty liver disease, which usually enough to produce fruit in commercial turn into flowers in spring, then “Transitional” certification program for is found in people who are overweight or quantities by fall. (Capital Press) into fruits and nuts in summer. producers on their way to certified organic obese. Recent research shows that levels The problem is that over the past status. In a personal testimony in 2015, PCC of residues end up in the human diet in several years there has been a told USDA that a transitional label would be France bans pesticides many foods from breakfast cereals to decrease in the amount of hours good for farmers, retailers and consumers cookies. (Daily Mail UK) France has banned pesticides from all (known as “sleep hours”) that who want to help grow the supply chain. public green spaces, effective this past Janu- trees need to reach these tem- Transitional foods typically are sold at a ary 1. The ban covers public forests, parks peratures. Trees that need 700 mid-price point between organic and con- Consumer views on food and diet and gardens, but pesticides are still allowed sleep hours reportedly have had ventional, helping offset the risks to farmers According to new research from in cemeteries. The new law also stipulates only 500. The result? The trees in transitioning to organic methods. (USDA) Mintel, Americans have interesting views that pesticides will be prohibited in private don’t bloom uniformly, which can about diet and food: less than half (42 per- gardens in 2019. (dailyprogress.com) dramatically reduce yield. Monsanto, EPA cover up cancer cent) think their diet is healthy, less than 15 review percent trust “healthy” claims on products, Antibiotics in livestock The risk of major spills in the and only 23 percent believe the U.S. Dietary Salish Sea soon could increase Monsanto and officials within the EPA The FDA announced in January that Guidelines are valid. Consumers widely by as much as 168 percent, thanks are fighting legal efforts aimed at explor- it made progress on curbing the misuse are avoiding high-fructose corn syrup and to the possible sevenfold rise in ing Monsanto’s influence over regulatory of antibiotics by changing instructions on sugar, and almost half (43 percent) are oil tanker traffic associated with assessments of the key chemical in the labels for medicine used in livestock, but avoiding artificial sweeteners. Almost half Kinder Morgan’s Trans-Mountain company’s Roundup herbicide. The revela- the promise falls short. The FDA says it’s view genetically engineered (GE) foods as Pipeline expansion. These new tions are contained in a series of filings in eliminating language on labels that says not suitable to eat. Protein, fiber and whole ships carrying oil from the pipeline a federal court of appeals brought by more antibiotics can be used for growth promotion grains are highly desired. (Mintel) would travel through transbound- than 50 people suing Monsanto. Plaintiffs but it leaves behind a massive loophole in ary areas that include both U.S. and claim they or their loved ones developed not addressing “disease prevention” in the Canadian waters, on the border of non-Hodgkin lymphoma after exposure Aquaculture planned for Pacific unsanitary living conditions on factory British Columbia and Washington. to Roundup, and that Monsanto has spent The National Oceanic and Atmo- farms. Antibiotic sales in the livestock decades covering up cancer risks linked to spheric Administration (NOAA) is creating industry continue to rise, according to FDA’s the chemical. (The Huffington Post) a plan to manage commercial fish farms own recent report. (FDA)

PCC SOUND CONSUMER MARCH 2017 7 by Rebekah Denn Size also matters: The city is large enough • An original film on Native food to accommodate new breakthroughs, yet still sovereignty, narrated by nutritionist small enough to foster a sense of community. Valerie Segrest of the Muckleshoot UPCOMING EVENTS oes a salad recipe belong in a The city has become one of the country’s tribe and produced by Kay D. Ray. museum? It does when it’s PCC’s top places to eat and innovate. And, while Starting next month, view • The region’s first espresso cart, D Emerald City Salad, one of the it took more than a century to establish a Sound Consumer’s calendar Monorail Espresso, which debuted signatures of Seattle’s food scene featured definable Seattle cuisine, its raw ingredients listings on page 6 for in Edible City, an original exhibit on dis- (under a different name) at the were here all along. upcoming Edible City events. play through September at the Museum of Edmonds Arts Festival in 1979, forever History and Industry (mohai.org). Beyond influencing coffee culture in Seattle Reprinted with permission of the March events include: the recipe, PCC contributed other artifacts Museum of History & Industry. and around the country. that trace the co-op’s history. PCC is a • The history of the Cinnabon pastry supporting sponsor of the exhibit. EDIBLE CITY (including original cinnamon tasting Through artifacts, photographs, films INDUSTRY DAY Exhibit highlights notes), developed by baker Jerilyn — and, yes, recipes — the 5,000-square-foot Thursday, March 2, Edible City covers a broad expanse of the Brusseau for Restaurants Unlimited, Inc. exhibit explores our city’s culinary history 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. region’s food history, from historic menus and what it truly means to be a Seattle food. • Tools from the kitchen and writing to gorgeously colored cannery labels to a To show appreciation for the hard- The one thing that couldn’t fit in the display desk of Angelo Pellegrini, the 19th-century Duwamish woven cedar basket. working employees who make this was real food, as it’s not allowed in the ex- University of Washington English Of course our favorite highlights include the such a diverse and rich region for hibit halls. Want a virtual taste, though? The professor whose influential writings 1978 photograph of the original PCC market food and beverage, MOHAI invites Edible City book accompanying the exhibit about “the good life,” growing and in Ravenna, back when the bulk bin labels food industry employees to experi- will be available in some PCC stores, and eating simple foods, are as fresh today were still handwritten, and the photo of the we’ve printed a brief excerpt below along as when he published his first book ence “Edible City: A Delicious Jour- Picardo farm in North Seattle, which became with a list of the show’s highlights. ney” with complimentary admis- the city’s first P-Patch in the 1970s — with in 1948. Today Seattle’s Pellegrini The museum’s ongoing series of sion. To redeem, please present a some help from PCC — instead of being sold Foundation honors people who carry exhibit-related events will be featured in valid food handlers permit or food for development. There’s also a spotlight on forward his ideals, such as Charles and the Sound Consumer monthly calendar our region’s farmers markets and CSAs. Here Rose Ann Finkel, who founded the Pike service employee ID at admissions. — and if you just want the salad recipe, are other features that might be of special Brewing Company and organized the (Limit one complimentary admis- that’s available here: pccnaturalmarkets. interest to PCC members and shoppers: Slow Food Seattle movement. sion per valid permit or service ID. com/r/4422. • One of the beautifully crafted chef’s Offer valid only on March 2, 2017.) In Seattle, food always has meant more • An extensive look at Pike Place Market knives made by master bladesmith Bob See mohai.org for more details. than a meal. covers the landmark’s century-plus of Kramer, famed worldwide for his almost- Our journey from the earliest oyster existence, from early film footage to impossible-to-buy hand-forged tools, TASTE OF PLACE middens to the modern four-star restaurants a full-size farm cart. One highlight: a along with a look at how Kramer works. is a reflection of our geography, our history 1927 letter scolding a Market vendor March 7, 7 p.m. at MOHAI and our people. for selling California spinach when • Images and icons from Seattle’s past, A panel discussion on Washington’s Location is everything: Seattle is close locally grown spinach is available. including tools from the Sagamiya terroir, including a guided tasting to fishing and shellfish harvesting grounds, • Reminders that berry farms were Confectionery Co., long known for its of local cheese, honey and wine. close to fertile farmland and foraging areas. the biggest industry on Bainbridge New Year’s mochi, and signs from The Experts on geology, food, wine Institutions dedicated to food are concen- Island until World War II, including Doghouse restaurant (all roads once and cannabis will explore the ways trated in our region, from the agricultural a 1930s foot-pedal stapler for shallow led there). natural phenomena help create our research labs at Washington State Univer- berry trays made to carry fragile • Two looks at Leonetta Merlino – as state’s most specific aromas and sity to the fishing fleet headquartered here raspberries and Olympic loganberries. a young girl, her name was used for flavors. 21+ only. Cost: $15 MOHAI and the factories processing their catches. (The Olympic berries, developed on an olive oil brand in the business run members, $20 general public. Diversity is key to our success: Through- Vashon Island, were destined for by her family, the first Italian food out generations, the city has attracted another beloved piece of our past, the importers in Seattle. Much later, we immigrants who bring their own culinary Frederick & Nelson tearoom.) TASTE OF THE MARKET traditions and skills, with a lively popula- see her in a family video making her • Which local organization celebrates its CULINARY SERIES tion of young, creative and international celebrated raviolis, narrated by her triumphs with an annual “Survivor’s March 29, 6:30 p.m. at Atrium residents hungry for familiar flavors. famous grandson, Mario Batali. Banquet”? It’s the Puget Sound Kitchen at Pike Place Market Seattle’s resources and natural beauty made Mycological Society, whose tribute in Want to be part of the exhibit? MOHAI it a place that, even when tough times came, Seattle Food Writer (and PCC the exhibit includes the homemade is sponsoring a “Chicken of the Month” people didn’t want to leave. instructor) Nancy Leson and mushroom dehydrator made by contest featuring photos of local backyard A commitment to homegrown foods architect Ben Woo, the organization’s chickens by the real coop in the exhibit. To Chef Cheng Biao Yang of Country went well beyond World War II Liberty founding president. enter, post your favorite local chicken photos Dough will demonstrate “The Art Gardens here. A critical mass of idealists on Instagram and tag them #ediblemohai. of Hand-Pulled Noodles.” Cost: interested in self-sufficiency and fresh • Letters between culinary icon $30 MOHAI members, $35 general ingredients consistently has been balanced Julia Child and local tastemaker public, www.brownpapertickets. out by businesses and municipal support. A Jon Rowley. Child once dubbed collaborative culture supports robust food Rowley, whose achievements include Seattle journalist Rebekah Denn is a com/event/2712901. co-ops and a closely connected network of popularizing Copper River Salmon, two-time winner of the James Beard award farmers and chefs. “The Fish Missionary.” for food writing.