KNOW (Y)OUR SUSTAINABLE FISH

Want to be savvier about seafood? Navigating the waters is easy at Lakewinds. Our buyers bring you a bounty of delicious choices you can feel good about. All our fish are wild-caught or farm-raised using responsible aquaculture practices recommended by Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Marine Stewardship Council. As environmental conditions and fishing practices change, … Continued

Sicilian Citrus, Fennel & Black Olive Salad

Photo Credit: Salad Girl We are big fans of Salad Girl’s delicious garden-inspired dressings made with organic ingredients that do not contain cane sugar, high fructose corn syrup or any water. Many dressings have large amounts of water (especially lite dressings) which means you are paying for something you have at home. Salad Girl dressings are hearty as is, … Continued

Surround Your Easter Table: Twists on Traditional Meals

This week every department of Lakewinds has foods to surround your table with classics and twists on traditional meals: Bakery: Decorated cookies & local Baker’s Field Hot Cross Buns Deli: Scalloped Potatoes (with or without ham) and assorted housemade quiches with organic ingredients and local eggs Hot bar: #FishFriday Meat: Beeler’s Ham (bone-in and spiral … Continued

Tempeh Reuben Sandwich

We created a zesty vegetarian Reuben packed full of veggies and made with brown rice tempeh–So perfect for #MeatlessMondays. We are big fans of tempeh, which contains more protein and fiber than tofu, and gives a great chewy texture to this sandwich. You can find tempeh in our refrigerated section and try out this twist … Continued

Natural Travel Essentials

Natural travel essentials to keep you healthy and chemical free on the road. So you can travel well—anywhere your feet take you. Eat well We love nutrient-dense foods packed with fiber that give a natural blood sugar boost. These are ideal items to have on-the-go and lightweight enough for backpacking or carrying all the way to gate … Continued

So Green. So Good.

We could talk your ear off for hours about the goodness of green foods. To save your hours (and ears) we captured our fast favorites: Matcha Muffins Matcha is a fine green tea powder that provides tons of clean energy without the jitters. We are big fans of this recipe for a quick breakfast (we aren’t kidding, any … Continued

Roasted Root Vegetable Soup

This healthy blended soup takes advantage of quick grab-and-go root vegetables and simple cooking methods–just roast, combine, simmer and then blend for a polished meal packed full of nutrients. It is delicious warmed at the table with toppings, or on-the-go in a sippable thermos or insulated bottle. We are huge fans of treating it like healthy fondue and dipping … Continued

DIY Winter Skin Care

As temperatures nose-dive, so does your skin’s moisture. But fighting back against parched flaky skin doesn’t mean buying expensive moisturizers. Keeping your skin protected from the fluctuating temps and dry air of winter is as easy as grabbing a few items from your fridge and pantry. Brightening Face Mask The natural exfoliation from oats will … Continued

Elegantly Simple Cacio e Pepe Pasta

Put true love to the test with a simple, mouth-watering pasta dish. Judging from our taste test its sophisticated simplicity is almost too good to share. Avoid the Valentine’s Day restaurant crowds and learn how to make this trendy pasta dish for two instead. We like to think of it as a grown-up mac and … Continued