Past Co-op Staff Picks
Here are some previous Staff Picks.
J.R. Liggett's
Cornish, N.H.
Shampoo Bar
This unique product, made locally in Cornish, NH is a natural and sustainable alternative to conventional liquid shampoo. Less ingredients and less packaging, made with Non-GMO olive and coconut oils.
Available scents: Original, Jojoba & Peppermint, Tea Tree, Coconut
& Argan Oil.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Jct. —Health & Beauty Section
The Amazing Chickpea
Chickpea Butter Cookie
& Chickpea Fudge Brownie Mix
These delicious new baking mixes are gluten and nut free and high in protein, offering a great option for those with certain food allergies.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section
Grafton Village Cheese
Grafton, Vt.
Shepsog Cheese
Locally made with raw cow and sheep milk, this award winning cheese can be served with roasted nuts and dried fruit or served with hard cider.
Available At
Lebanon Only— Cheese Section
Vella Cheese Co.
Dry Jack Cheese
This is not your typical Monterey Jack cheese. Hand-made with milk from a single, family-owned dairy in Sonoma County, CA. This medium texture cheese is aged four to seven months and makes a superb table cheese.
Available At
Hanover and Lebanon— Cheese Section
Pixie Tangerines
Grown only by a dedicated group of small farms in the Ojai Valley of California, this delicious tangerine hybrid is available for a limited time. Get them while they last! Sold by the lb, 2 lb or 3 lb box.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Jct. & Co-op Market — Produce Section
Muso From Japan
Umami Broth Dashi Powder
These unique Japanese dashi powders are an essential flavoring for miso, noodle, or ramen soups, but can also be used to enhance or season most any dish for a distinct umami taste.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section
Laughing Child Farm
Organic Sweet Potatoes
Organic sweet potatoes grown in Pawlet, VT. Laughing Child Farm grows only sweet potatoes (15 acres of them!) and is owned and operated by Timothy and Brooke Hughes-Muse and their four laughing children.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
The G.O.A.T Soap Co.
Bar Soap
Hand crafted goat milk soap made in Grantham, NH using local & high quality ingredients. Their mission is to make a high quality product with simple ingredients that cleans wells and feels "oh so good".
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Polyculture Brewing
Craft Beer
A small, family-owned farmhouse brewery of craft beer in Croydon, NH. They use a variety of traditions and a mix of microbes to craft beers that reflect their place and season.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, Community Market
Lars
All Natural Crispy Onions
A more natural alternative to the conventional brand (French's) that are popular this time of year.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Zuppa Rustica
Italian Soups
Made from always fresh, never frozen ingredients sourced locally in Calabria, Italy. A splash of Italian extra virgin olive oil adds flavor without additional sodium. All natural, gluten-free, and vegan.
Packaged in glass jars allow you to easily see high-quality ingredients. Simply heat and serve.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
McNamara Dairy
Plainfield, N.H.
Seasonal Egg Nog, 64 oz Glass Bottles
McNamara Dairy has been farming the Upper Valley for over 50 years. Their glass bottled milk is produced and processed right on the farm.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction, Community Market
Le PETIT Béret
Organic Alcohol-Free Wine
Non-alcoholic wine, organically grown in the Languedoc Roussillon region of France.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Steve & Andy's Organic
Gluten-Free Cookies
Organic, Gluten-Free specialty cookies. Available in four flavors including vegan coconut oatmeal and classic chocolate chip.These cookies come in Soft & Chewy and Thin & Crispy varieties.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Moco—Norwich, Vt.
Hot Chocolate (Classic, Peppermint, Mexican)
Locally made with organic cacao and maca. Serve hot or cold, added to coffee or smoothies, or in a milkshake.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Little Big Farm
Portsmouth, N.H.
Baking Mixes
Created with the finest ingredients. Free from artificial colors, flavors and preservatives.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Upper Pass Brewery
Tunbridge, Vt.
Cloud Drop
A locally owned farmhouse brewery in Tunbridge, Vt., crafting small batch brews. Find this delicious Double IPA among other fantastic craft beers in our White River Jct. store.
Available At
White River Junction
von Trapp Farmstead
Waitsfield, Vt.
Mt. Alice Cheese
A bloomy rind, farmstead cheese made with organic cow milk in Waitsfield, Vermont.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Bebé
Fruit Preserves
These delicious specialty preserves have been produced in Spain for over a century. Available in Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry and Apricot.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Steve & Andy's Organic
Gluten-Free Cookies
Organic, Gluten-Free specialty cookies. Available in four flavors including vegan coconut oatmeal and classic chocolate chip.These cookies come in Soft & Chewy and Thin & Crispy varieties.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Moco—Norwich, Vt.
Hot Chocolate (Classic, Peppermint, Mexican)
Locally made with organic cacao and maca. Serve hot or cold, added to coffee or smoothies, or in a milkshake.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Frost Beer Works
Hinesburg, Vt.
Lush Double IPA
This double IPA has luxuriant aromatics and succulent flavors. Brewed locally in Hinesburg, Vt.
Available At
White River Jct.
Lawson's Finest Liquids
Waitsfield, Vt.
Sip of Sunshine IPA
A famous and very popular craft beer. Brewed in New England and available in all Co-op locations.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction, Community Market
Sigdal Bakeri
Norwegian Crispbread
On Sale
Herb & Sea Salt, Everything Crispbread
Sigdal Bakeri is an authentic Norwegian crispbread. Use with savory or sweet toppings or dips or serve with your favorite specialty cheese. It's even a tasty snack by itself. Gluten-free variety available.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Little Big Farm
Portsmouth, N.H.
Baking Mixes
Created with the finest ingredients. Free from artificial colors, flavors and preservatives.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
von Trapp Farmstead
Waitsfield, Vt.
Mt. Alice Cheese
A bloomy rind, farmstead cheese made with organic cow milk in Waitsfield, Vermont.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Otamot
Organic Essential Sauce
This certified organic tomato sauce that is a great base for healthy family meals. Made with 10 types vegetables with no added sugar or preservatives. Can be used straight from the jar as a sauce or a diluted with water or stock to suit your favorite recipes.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Bee's Wrap
Middlebury, Vt.
Assorted Size Wraps
Reusable and bidegradable food wrap made in Middlebury, Vt. A sustainable alternative to single-use plastic wrap!
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Sigdal Bakeri
Norwegian Crispbread
Sigdal Bakeri is an authentic Norwegian crispbread. Use with savory or sweet toppings or dips or serve with your favorite specialty cheese. It's even a tasty snack by itself. Gluten-free variety available.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Mantova
100% Italian Yellow Tomato Sauce
Mantova Yellow Tomato Sauce is produced in Abruzzo, Italy. This region is known to have sweet, flavorful tasting tomato sauces. Yellow tomatoes are known to be less acidic and more tolerable for sensitive stomachs.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Vermont Salumi
Barre, Vt.
Salami
Made from fresh ground pork and spices in all-natural casings. Each link is hand tied, fermented, and aged for three weeks to develop superb taste and texture.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Sennerei Huban
Alp Blossom
This richly flavored alpine style cheese is made in Austria, where it is aged for six months and the rind is coated in a mixture of dried flowers and herbs from alpine meadows. The cheese is made by Sennerei Huban, Austria’s first cheese school.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Wild-Caught
King Salmon Fillets
Fresh, never frozen. This salmon is sought after for its richness of flavor and high quality. Sold in our Seafood Department by the lb.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Farmer's Body
Hartland, Vt.
Bar Soaps
Locally crafted in Hartland, Vt. using safe, natural ingredients grown on small farms.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Mast Landing Brewing Co.
Gunner's Daughter Milk Stout
This interesting and tasty milk stout is made by a small craft brewery in Maine.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction
Burlington Beer Company
Williston, Vt.
Uncanny Valley IPA
This New England style IPA is brewed locally at an independent craft brewery in Williston, VT.
Available At
White River Junction
La Preferida
Avocado Tomatillo Salsa
Delivers a rich, authentic taste from real and simple ingredients like tomatillo, onion, jalapeños, serranos, and (of course) avocado. No artificial colors, preservatives, or added sugar.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
La Preferida
Organic Jalapeño Nacho Slices
Certified organic with no artificial colors, preservatives, or added sugar. A great topping for salads, burrito bowls, nachos, pizza and more
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon
Beauchamp's
Rutland, Vt.
Hand Lotion
Made in Rutland, VT since 1935, this hand lotion "has no equal" for relief from dry, cracked, & chapped hands.
Available At
Lebanon, White River Junction
Van Otis Chocolates
Manchester, N.H.
Milk & Dark Swiss Fudge
This locally crafted, decadent fudge has been made using the same recipe for over 60 years. It has a smooth, velvety texture and rich chocolate taste. Available in milk and dark varieties.
Available At
Lebanon — Grocery Section
Van Otis Chocolates
Manchester, N.H.
Swiss Fudge Dessert Sauce
Inspired by the original Swiss fudge recipe, this sauce is the perfect warmed topping for almost any dessert.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section
Van Otis Chocolates
Manchester, N.H.
Evangeline's Original or Maple Caramel Popcorn
Popped locally at Van Otis Chocolates, this popcorn is coated with sweet caramel and available in original or maple flavors.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section
Patagonia Provisions
Lemon Caper Mackerel
Sustainably harvested in northern Spain and packed with organic lemon, capers and extra-virgin olive oil.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section
Patagonia Provisions
Savory Sofrito Mussels
Seasoned with aromatic vegetables and packed in organic olive oil and mussel broth. Responsibly harvested, meeting strict EU Organic standards.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section
Larson Farm & Creamery
Wells, Vt.
Organic Cream Top Whole Milk
Organic, non-homogenized milk from 100% grass-fed cows. This milk is processed and packaged at the farm in Wells, VT.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Junction — Dairy Section
Burlington Beer Company
Williston, Vt.
Barista
This double coffee porter is aged with locally roasted coffee beans for an intense flavor and fresh brewed aroma.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Junction — Beer Section
Equal Exchange
Avocados
These organic, fair-trade avocados are grown by small farmer-owned cooperatives in central Mexico.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Produce Section
Jasper Hill Farm
Greensboro Bend, Vt.
Synergy Cheese
Available only at local co-ops, this sweet and nutty cheese is produced by Cabot and aged at Jasper Hill Farm in Greensboro Bend, VT.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Jct., Community Market — Cheese Section
Mitica
Chococherries & Orange Delights
Dark chocolate candied cherries and dark chocolate candied oranges from a collaboration of family chocolatiers and dried fruit experts.
These decadent confections are made with velvety dark chocolate and painstakingly candied fruits.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Grocery Section (Near Specialty Cheese)
Lazy Lady Farm
Westfield, Vt
Two Red Lines Cheese
This locally made cow milk cheese has a soft, buttery texture and "two lines" of smoked paprika running through it.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Cheese Section
Babette's Table
Waitsfield, Vt.
Assorted Salami
This locally made cow milk cheese has a soft, buttery texture and "two lines" of smoked paprika running through it.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Junction — Cheese Section
Granite Roots Brewing
Troy, N.H.
Java Roots Coffee Stout
A rich and smooth coffee stout from a locally owned nano brewery in Troy, NH
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, Community Market— Beer Section
Cascadian Farm
Organic Soft Baked Squares
These new vegan and gluten-free treats are made with organic chickpeas. Available flavors include chocolate chip brownie and vanilla chip blondie.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon and White River Jct. — Located With Snack and Granola Bars
Champlain Valley Creamery
Middlebury, Vt.
Organic Champlain Triple
This award winning soft ripened cheese is hand ladled into traditional crottin molds and aged for 10 days. It has a rich, creamy flavor offset by an earthy rind.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon and White River Jct. — Cheese Section
Babette's Table
Waitsfield, Vt.
Assorted Salami
Old World-style, slow-cured salami made with local pasture-raised pork and crafted in Vermont.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Junction — Cheese Section
More Than Fair
Organic Fair Trade Unsweetened Coconut Milk
This organic coconut milk is excellent in soups, curries, sauces, desserts and beverages. The fair trade certification guarantees that farmers are paid a fair price for their product.
Available At
Hanover and Lebanon — Located in the Ethnic Foods Section
Equal Exchange
Organic BioRevolution Dark Roast
Whole Bean Coffee
NEW! This Co-op exclusive coffee blend is dark roasted, organic and fairly traded coffee. Proceeds from the sales of this product will help fund innovative projects in organic regenerative farming and climate resiliency for small coffee farmers and grower cooperatives.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Bulk Section
(located with the bulk coffee)
Canaan
Organic Fair Trade Wild Caper Tapenades
Wild-collected capers from the hills of Palestine are blended with sun-dried tomatoes or green olives. These tapenades are great as toast toppers, blended with pasta, or served with crackers. - Flavors: Tomato, Olive
Available At
Lebanon Only— Grocery Section
(with jars of olives & pickles)
Noble Vines
337 Cabernet Sauvignon
(California)
This dark and flavorful Cabernet Sauvignon is also a great value on sale this month. Pairs well with braised beef ribs or steak or even a hearty veggie burger.
Available At
Hanover and Lebanon— Wine Section
GOOD TO GO
Soft Baked Bars
These delicious bars are keto certified and have the texture of cake or soft cookies. Offered in five flavors such as Raspberry Lemon, Double Chocolate, and Vanilla Almond.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Jct. — Grocery Section
(with the energy bars)
Molinari & Sons
Italian Dry Salami
Finely minced pork, in random size E-Z peel casings and dry cured.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Jct. — Grocery Section (with packaged coffees)
Jasper Hill Farm
Greensboro Bend, Vt.
Alpha Tolman Cheese
This alpine style cheese is made in Vermont and aged for 8 to 12 months at the famous "Cellars" at Jasper Hill Farm. It pairs well with a strong craft ale or cured salami and is also great melted over roasted potatoes.
Available At
Hanover and Lebanon — Specialty Cheese Sections
Co-op Kitchen
Smoked Turkey Tortellini Salad
Our newly refreshed recipe now includes local ingredients such as Vermont Fresh tri-color tortellini and North Country Smokehouse smoked turkey breast.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Jct. & Co-op Market — Prepared Foods
Co-op Kitchen
Carrot Cake
Our carrot cake is made from scratch and hand-decorated with cream cheese frosting. Available for a limited time for the Spring season.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Jct. & Co-op Market — Prepared Foods
Thistle Hill
North Pomfret, Vt.
Organic Tarentaise
This organic, alpine-style cheese is a fantastic table cheese and is also superb for melting. Locally crafted on the farm in North Pomfret, Vt.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon & White River Jct.— Cheese Section
Jasper Hill Farm
Greensboro Bend, Vt.
Synergy Cheese
Available only at local co-ops, this sweet and nutty cheese is produced by Cabot and aged at Jasper Hill Farm in Greensboro Bend, VT.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Jct., Community Market — Cheese Section
The Fine Cheese Co.
Gluten Free Toast for Cheese
Made in England, these light and crisp gluten-free toasts are studded with fruits, nuts and seeds. Pair with rich blue cheeses such as Stilton and Gorgonzola or enjoy on their own.
Available At
Hanover and Lebanon— Grocery Section
Pineland Farms Natural Meats
Sirloin Steak or Roast
Sourced from family farms, animals are never given antibiotics or hormones and are born, raised, and harvested in the USA.
Available At
Hanover, Lebanon, White River Jct. — Meat Section
Nutsóla
Superfood Mixes
These versatile, grain-free and gluten-free mixes are a unique alternative to granola. Sprinkle on yogurt, cereal, or ice cream or add to smoothies and shakes. Fruit sweetened, non-GMO, and vegan friendly.
Available Flavors: Vanilla Almond, Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter & Cacao, Cacao Almond
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon— Grocery Section
Nubian Heritage
Bar Soap
This bar soap, made with organic and fair trade certified shea butter, is available in unique scents and blends such as African Black, Coconut Papaya, Honey Black Seed, and Shea & Myrrh.
Available At
Hanover & Lebanon — Health & Beauty Section
Hanover Store
45 South Park St.
Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 643-2667
8 am-8 pm
Lebanon Store
12 Centerra Pkwy
Lebanon, NH 03766
(603) 643-4889
8 am-9 pm
WRJ Store
209 Maple St.
WRJ, VT 05001
(802) 295-3400
8 am-8 pm
Co-op Market
43 Lyme Road
Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 643-2725
M-F: 6 am-8 pm
Sat-Sun: 7am-6pm
Service Center
–Hanover
51 South Park St.
Hanover, NH 03755
(603) 643-6650
M-F:8am-4:30pm
Service Center
–Norwich
63 US 5 South
Norwich, VT 05055
(802) 526-9103
M-F: 7:30 am-4:30 pm
Co-op Kitchen
193 A St.
Wilder, VT 05088
(603) 442-4406
M-F: 6 am-2 pm