Sharing our favorite products for this delicious season of crisp breezes, back-to-school vibes, family gatherings, and more!
Rose
Sweet Babu's Cherry Pie Granola
I am very picky about my granola. For me, it has to be crunchy and not too sweet. That's why I was so pleased to find Sweet Babu's Cherry Pie Granola. I treated myself to it on a whim recently, looking to add a little oomph to my yogurt, and I was pleasantly surprised. It's absolutely delicious. The granola has a perfect crunch and just the right amount of sweetness, and the cherries are tart and deliciously chewy. I have kept my bag stashed away at work and have been slowly working through it as a snack and on yogurt. Even better, it's gluten free, the company is women owned, and it's made locally in Massachusetts. A perfect fall snack!
Amber
Whole Cloves (CN Bulk Section)
Nothing says 'autumn' to me quite like the spicy, earthy, supremely unparallelled fragrance of cloves. I add them to mulled cider; toss a pinch in my cranberry sauce; and stud them into oranges to make pomanders (whimsical Renaissance-era air fresheners that you can hang in your closet or above doorways). To me, cloves are the scent of welcome, of comfort, and of home.
Mike
East Alstead Roasting Co. - Burundi Kibingo Oro
The cold approaches - we can all sense its brutal advance as a chill accent on the last of the summer winds. I wither as fall's lower than appreciated temps sap my power. Fortunately, fortifying treats exist, my favorite of which is E.A.R.'s Burundi. A toasty cup of coffee (replace cup with pot on particularly frigid mornings) that warms my insides to feel like June is still with us. These beans do switch every few months, so if it's not here? The other offerings prove worthy as well. As detailed as it is defrosting, I'll be sure to keep these beans close until my beloved heat returns next year.
Alexandra
Host Defense Stamets 7 Mushroom Blend Powder
Recently I have really been loving this mushroom powder blend. It contains lion's mane, cordyceps, maitake, reishi, royal sun blazei, chaga, and mesima. I love mushrooms because they are immune balancing rather than immune boosting. I usually keep a jar out on my counter and throw it into whatever I'm cooking! I add some to my quinoa and cook it in the rice cooker most often, but am excited to stir it into some yummy soups this autumn. It's the perfect immune support for the changing of the seasons, and so easy to integrate into your routine. Yay for functional foods!
Victoria
Nussli 118 - Sprouted Nut Squares - Vanilla Bean Blondie
The most delicious bite sizes nut squares, made with organic and sprouted nuts, down the street on Mass Ave! These are great when I haven't eaten breakfast, and need something to sustain me until lunch. They're also great as a night time snack, when you need a little bit of sweetness and want it to be a healthy choice. We are collaborating with Nussli 118 on a Fall cooking series - see more details here!
Zach
Cambridge Naturals Organic Women's, Men's and Prenatal Once Daily Multivitamins
New from our Cambridge Naturals brand of supplements these certified vegan, from-food, Organic once-daily multivitamins are a great option for people looking for a whole-food multi. Whole-food vitamins are sought out for their high absorption and they're a great option for people with sensitive digestion systems too.
Dev
Canaan Fair Trade Palestinian Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Rumi
This delicious, savory, and slightly peppery olive oil has climbed its way to the top of my list! I spend a lot of time in the kitchen and am very picky about the quality of oils that I use. This particular one hails from regenerative family farms in the West Bank of Palestine, and utilizes olives from Souri trees, many of which have been lovingly tended to for close to 1,000 years. One of my favorite fall treats is a nice, spice-roasted squash with a light oil drizzle. I can't wait for Rumi to work its magic this season!
Caleb
Risotto is one of my favorite dishes to make as the weather gets cooler. I make mine with both fresh and dried mushrooms, finely chopped onions, arugula, parsley, and a generous amount of fresh Parmesan. Seggioano’s risotto rice, both Carnaroli and Arborio, is certified organic and grown with the highest standards in northern Italy. Use Better Than Bullion base for the stock for a rich and flavorful dish!
Brenden
Hiyo Social Tonic - Blackberry Lemon
Hiyo Social Tonics are a great way to relax with friends when you are catching up on all of your summer adventures without leaving you feeling crummy the next day. The beverage is crafted with organic adaptogens, natural nootropics, and functional botanicals aiming to provide a stress-relieving, mood-boosting lift! I really like the blackberry lemon flavor as it packs a punch flavor with every sip.
Tom
Superior Source L-Theanine 200mg Microlingual
Sometimes I feel like a teapot of emotions. When I have been on the stove for long enough and feel pressure building under my lid, this fast acting, dissolvable form of L-Theanine helps keep me balanced and calm.
Ellie
Organic Bath Co Body Butter Warm Vanilla Scent
It's entering the season where dry skin can start to become especially perilous, and in blustery fall weather there's nothing more comforting than giving your skin some much-needed cozy TLC with a deliciously scented body butter. Organic Bath Co's body butter has been a favorite and standby of mine for years, and this limited-edition scent is sure to bring your skin lasting hydration and autumnal bliss.
Molly
True Grace - High Potency Omega-3 Fish oil
I take fish oil year round, but with school back in session, it's a great time to work on supporting brain and immune health! I've tried several fish oil supplements and the True Grace High Potency Omega-3 Fish Oil is by far my favorite. It's made from sustainably sourced, wild-caught Alaskan fish and has no fishy smell or aftertaste, only a pleasant lemon oil. It's easy to swallow and gentle on my stomach. I also love that True Grace is committed to reducing plastic in the ocean: the bottles are made with post-consumer recycled plastic and are meant to be refilled!
Shannon
Potager Soap Company Bar Soap-Lemongrass Calendula
With the changing season, treat your skin to some luxurious hand-made bar soap from Potager Soap Company. Each soap is made with a handful of simple ingredients right in Concord, Mass. Earlier this year, I had the pleasure of visiting their headquarters and meeting the lovely women who thoughtfully craft each batch. My favorite scents are Lemongrass Calendula and Minted Lemon Tea because they remind me of the lingering end-of-summer sunsets before true fall sets in.
Ashley
Broken Cup Teahouse - Stone Chocolate Oolong Tea 35g
For those days when the air is crisp and the leaves are changing, Broken Cup Teahouse - Stone Chocolate Oolong Tea is like the warmth of a perfectly curated campfire with every sip. Warming from the inside, out.
Allison
Cambridge Naturals Ginger Bronchial Zinger
I'm not a warm beverage drinker, but I still need a special beverage to soothe a cough. Instead of making tea, I mix the Cambridge Naturals Ginger Bronchial Zinger with chilled unflavored seltzer. The osha root and wild cherry bark help support the respiratory system. The ginger in the syrup tastes just like ginger ale when mixed with seltzer. It's so delicious that I sometimes drink it even when I'm not sick!
Emily
Cambridge Naturals Brand Astragalus Tincture
Astragalus is one of my all-time favorite herbs, and this CN Brand tincture has been a mainstay in my medicine cabinet for years now - I take a dropper full every morning in lukewarm throughout sniffle season! Astragalus (huáng qí) is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support a healthy immune system response and reduce inflammation. Astragalus has a mild, woody taste and the dried herb from our bulk section can also be added to soups and stews, or made into a tea!