WHAT’S COOKIN’
We love to keep in touch with our members and friends so we communicate via our
bi-weekly e-newsletter, Around The Table.
You can request to be on our mailing list and visit our archives of newsletters.
Engage with us on Social Media
We also encourage you to interact with us on our social channels, where you can get all the latest news on the co-op, local food options like farmers markets and CSAs, like-minded community organizations, and educational info on food systems and thought leaders:
EVENTS
Much of the growth of the Bethlehem Food Co-Op is because we love community, and we love to connect with our community!
Check our Events for locations and times so we can see each other in person or virtually.
March 24: BFC Expo – Nourshing Community Connections
We’re welcoming spring – and the community – to our celebration of “all things co-op.” We hope you’ll plan to join us for this family-friendly event! We’ve invited our Member Benefits Program partners (local businesses and service providers) to be on hand with...
Monday, April 1: MOVE Meeting
AWE MEET VIA ZOOM If you are interested in helping our co-op continue to grow, we invite you to attend our meeting! We focus on Membership / Outreach / Volunteer / Education – and an ‘extra’ E (for events) – and we thrive on your good ideas. We’re working on plans for...
Tuesday, April 9: Explore the New Bethlehem Food Co-op Market – A Virtual Sneak Peek
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes virtual tour of 250 E. Broad St., the Bethlehem Food Co-Op grocery store construction site! Hosted in partnership with the Bethlehem Area Public Library, this event offers a unique opportunity to witness the progress of BFC’s...
NEWS
In the news or making news:
Here are some recent updates
Meet Cora Savage, Our New Marketing Coordinator!
At long last, we are pleased to announce the hire of Cora Savage, our new Marketing Coordinator! A creative at heart, Cora is passionate about blending her creative talents with marketing expertise, marked by four years of experience dedicated to an array of clients...
Check out our informative webinar series
For the past two winters we have partnered with the Bethlehem Area Public Library to present a series of interesting webinars - and the new '23-'24 season is underway! We thank the BAPL staff and our many talented presenters for sharing their time and supporting this...
30 Members in 30 Days!
We are currently running our fall membership drive, "Be a Member, Get a Member"! As part of our initiative to get to 1700 members by the time we open in early 2024, during the 30 days of November anyone who joins the Bethlehem Food Co-Op will get a $10 gift card to...
PROJECT UPDATES
Follow our progress!
August 23 Project Update
Site progress continues Shelby Harris of our project management team, Simplified Business Solutions, provides this update of ‘work in progress’ on the building where we will be leasing the ground level for our new store. The developer continues to...
July 23 Project Update
Developer Updates (Peron Development and Boyle Construction): The developer’s construction teams are continuing their site work. MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) rough-ins are almost complete on the 1st floor (that’s where the co-op will live!), while...
May 2023 Project Update
We’ve received an update from Peron Development, the developer responsible for the construction of the building the co-op will call home. Due to national supply chain delays, we need to shift our projected grand opening date to early 2024. There is specific switch...
April 2023 Project Update
Construction Updates: Boyle's construction crew reports that they will start exterior framing and exterior siding this week. They've also completed the duct bank, and will start to install drywall on the 3rd and 4th floors next week. Store Design Updates: With a...
CO-OP COMMUNITY
Support Your Local Co-Op
There are many co-ops within our region, ranging from start-ups like us to those established over 40 years ago! As we practice the principle of cooperation among co-ops, we are glad to have these folks in our network.
And wherever you travel, you will likely be near a food co-op; CLICK HERE to plan a visit!
RECIPES
Below are a couple recipes you might like to try. Keep checking back as we continue to update the site with new recipes.
Notes from the Chef: Dakota Bread Recipe
By Joe Klinkhoff - Co-op Member Owner, Volunteer Extraordinaire, Chef, and Instructor A wholesome multi-grain bread recipe is perfect for Sunday baking to prepare for the week ahead. It pairs perfectly with soups and salads or as an addition to weeknight dinners....
Notes from the Chef: Flourless Chocolate Cake
By Justin Beaver - Board Member, Sourcing Chair and Executive Chef When there are a lot of events happening all at once - The Superbowl, Faschnaut Day, and Valentine's Day, it is hard not to feel overwhelmed by all of the to-dos. I've decided to share my SIMPLE yet...
Notes from the Chef: Italian Love Cake Recipe
By Joe Klinkhoff - Co-op Member Owner, Volunteer Extraordinaire, Chef, and Instructor The accepted story behind this recipe title is that Italian Immigrants wanted to combine the flavors of their new home (America) and the old world, hence the Italian Love Cake. ...
Notes from the Chef: Philadelphia Style Soft Pretzels
By Joe Klinkhoff, BFC member, volunteer, and chef Philadelphia Style Soft Pretzels Dough Ingredients: 1 ¼ Cups warm water 3 TBSP brown sugar 1 Pkg Yeast (2 ¼ tsp.) 3.5 Cups flour 2 tsp salt Additional Ingredient: kosher salt Pretzel bath: 4-6 Cups water 1 tsp....
Notes from the Chef: Carrot Ginger Soup
By Justin Beaver, BFC Board Member and Sourcing Chair With a new year comes two things: resolutions and cold weather. And what better way to keep the chill away than a piping-hot bowl of soup? In Pennsylvania, we take soup for granted. When I was in Nashville, finding...
Notes from the Chef: Joe’s Harvest Stew Recipe
This month, we are excited to feature a recipe from BFC member-owner, volunteer, and professional instructor Joe Klinkoff! Joe's Harvest Stew Ingredients: 1 cup onions diced ½ cup carrots, chopped ½ cup celery, chopped 2 Tbsp oil 3-3,000 cloves garlic minced fine 6...
Notes from the Chef: Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
Justin Beaver, Executive Chef / Board Member Fall has finally reached us here in Pennsylvania, which means it is time for pumpkin spice everything–and this month’s recipe is no exception! Pumpkin Streusel muffins make a great grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack...
Peach Galette
Now that peaches are in season and so tasty, here's a simple peach galette recipe using fresh yellow peaches tossed with a little sugar, flour, and vanilla. Or try it with any "bakeable" fruit... thanks to Laurel Blair for sharing! You can play around with it a bit,...
Zucchini Cobbler
Zucchini in abundance? Here's a 'sweet' way to use these prolific mid-summer veggies - thanks to MOVE chair, Joe Klinkhoff! Zucchini Cobbler Filling 8 c peeled, cubed zucchini 1 c lemon juice 1 c sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1 tbsp. butter Dash salt Topping 1 c...
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Email: info@bethlehemfood.coop
Bethlehem Food Co-Op
P.O. Box 58
Bethlehem, PA 18016
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