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aforbes — 2009-08-26 10:57:33

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	+ ------ + ''2009-08-26 11:57:33'' [[nbsp]] Just a short response to Darren22 above...as a big fan of craft beer, I can't see any credence to the claim that "their selection is about average when it comes to this, and a bit on the pricey side". The Co-Op clearly has the best beer selection in town. They carry beers that you would otherwise have to drive to Berkeley or San Francisco to get. Beers from: The Bruery, Stone, Fantome, Mikeller, Nogne O, Russian River, Deschutes special releases, Oskar Blues, Rochefort, Cantillon, Victory, etc. I honestly can't think of a better beer-buying destination within 50 miles of Davis. --["Users/aforbes"]

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Darren22 — 2009-08-15 20:46:23

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	+ ------ + ''2009-08-15 21:46:23'' [[nbsp]] I haven't shopped at the co-op for a few years now. I do remember very nice selection. Their selection of fresh meat at the deli is outstanding. Their bulk coffees are also great, and priced reasonably. They used to have the best beer selection in Davis back in the 1980s-early 90s. That has changed, and their selection is about average when it comes to this, and a bit on the pricey side. They still have a nice (also a bit pricey) selection of wines last time I checked. + The building is about as ugly as a mud fence though. --["Users/Darren22"]

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chand3123k — 2009-07-10 08:30:38

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	+ ------ + ''2009-07-10 09:30:38'' [[nbsp]] there is a green tea white chocolate ice cream of the ciao bella brand and its so delicious. --["Users/chand3123k"]

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DougWalter — 2009-06-09 10:54:33

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- Have your say as a member in how the Co-op is run! Voting has begun (on May 6, 2009, when ballots were first delivered in the mail to shareholders) and will end on Friday, June 5. To see what wikizens have to say, please visit ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2009" the election entry].	+ Did you have your say as a member in how the Co-op is run? Voting has finished (it ran from May 6, 2009, when ballots were first delivered in the mail to shareholders, to June 5) and preliminary (definitive) results have been posted, as of June 8. To see what wikizens have to say, please visit ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2009" the election entry].

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CovertProfessor — 2009-05-28 08:27:40

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- They have a full deli, with a selection of goodies that changes daily. Baked goods are made in-house. They also offer a variety of bulk coffee (including from the ["Pachamama Coffee Cooperative"]), tea, spices, and herbs. The Co-op also provides a free ["Public Internet Terminals" Public Internet Terminal] (whose persistent difficulties are keeping it off-line at the moment), provided by ["Davis Community Network" DCN]. Outside the Co-op is a ["Portrait of a Plump Tomato" rather large tomato] and two more meaningless lumps of concrete. The entire frontal exterior is a useless salute to a local architect's desire to be put on the post-modernist map. Sheesh, you could put a tractor on top of the girdered front roof and it would not sag a millimeter. There's also a Wellness (Health and Beauty/General Merchandise) section with books, candles, yoga accessories, small toys, clothing (such as socks and underwear -- pricey because they're organic), make-up and skin care. The Wellness guys and gals are very helpful and they really know their stuff. The Co-op offers probably the largest and best bulk foods section in Davis. Many of the prices are mismarked by a tiny amount, but employees are happy to correct the price if you bring the discrepancy to their attention. Also notable is their peanuts/chocolate-containing machine, which somehow turns whole peanuts and almonds into a creamy, almost buttery substance suitable for spreading with a butter knife. Call it... peanut/chocolate butter.	+ They have a full deli, with a selection of goodies that changes daily. ["Cookies, Pastries, and Baked Goods" Baked goods] are made in-house. They also offer a variety of bulk coffee (including from the ["Pachamama Coffee Cooperative"]), tea, spices, and herbs. The Co-op also provides a free ["Public Internet Terminals" Public Internet Terminal] (whose persistent difficulties are keeping it off-line at the moment), provided by ["Davis Community Network" DCN]. Outside the Co-op is a ["Portrait of a Plump Tomato" rather large tomato] and two more meaningless lumps of concrete. The entire frontal exterior is a useless salute to a local architect's desire to be put on the post-modernist map. Sheesh, you could put a tractor on top of the girdered front roof and it would not sag a millimeter. There's also a Wellness (Health and Beauty/General Merchandise) section with books, candles, yoga accessories, small toys, clothing (such as socks and underwear -- pricey because they're organic), make-up and skin care. The Wellness guys and gals are very helpful and they really know their stuff. The Co-op offers probably the largest and best bulk foods section in Davis. Many of the prices are mismarked by a tiny amount, but employees are happy to correct the price if you bring the discrepancy to their attention. Also notable is their peanuts/chocolate-containing machine, which somehow turns whole peanuts and almonds into a creamy, almost buttery substance suitable for spreading with a butter knife. Call it... peanut/chocolate butter.

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chand3123k — 2009-05-14 00:09:28

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- ------ - ''2009-05-14 01:08:47'' [[nbsp]] grapefruits at safeway are 1.49 ea. at the co-op, they are 89 cents ea for the same size conventional ones. even with a non-member surcharge, its still cheaper than safeways' grapefruit. --["Users/chand3123k"]

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chand3123k — 2009-05-14 00:08:47

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	+ ------ + ''2009-05-14 01:08:47'' [[nbsp]] grapefruits at safeway are 1.49 ea. at the co-op, they are 89 cents ea for the same size conventional ones. even with a non-member surcharge, its still cheaper than safeways' grapefruit. --["Users/chand3123k"]

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chand3123k — 2009-05-13 22:23:37

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	+ ------ + ''2009-05-13 23:23:37'' [[nbsp]] grapefruits at safeway are 1.49 ea. at the co-op, they are 89 cents ea for the same size conventional ones. even with a non-member surcharge, its still cheaper than safeways' grapefruit. --["Users/chand3123k"]

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DougWalter — 2009-05-07 15:17:13

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- March 6 – Macchia Wines - March 13 – a beer tasting! - March 20 – Pinot Noirs of distinction - April 3 – Spring Wines for Passover & Easter - April 10 – Grateful Palate - April 17 – April in Paris	+ May 8 - Shenandoah & Sobon Estate + May 15 - Chalone (and friendly wineries)
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- Adult classes are demonstration-style with samples and recipes, and are limited to 14 adults. Kids Can Cook! classes are hands-on, aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and are limited to 12 students. Classes have a fee; January/Feburary details and schedule are available on the [http://www.davisfood.coop/classes.html Co-op website]. - - '''Little Kids Can Cook Too! - Fairy Cakes & Fruit Fans''' - Friday, March 6, 3:30 - Kids aged 4-8 will adore making, decorating and devouring Fairy Cakes (small cupcakes) and Fruit Fans (coconutty cookies) - Instructor: Julie Cross $20 - - '''Gluten Free Donuts''' - Tuesday, March 10, 6:00 - Delicious donuts are easier to make than you may think. We'll learn about baked donuts, fried donuts, baking powder raised donuts and yeast raised donuts. After this, you'll be armed and ready for lazy weekend mornings of dunking. - Instructor: Amy Radbill $25 - - '''In Good Taste – The Cookie Tasting''' - Wednesday, March 11, 6:00 pm - By member request, it’s the great cookie tasting. We’ll survey staff to find the 12 best cookies in the store, then let you decide if we’re right! - Staff $7 - - '''Whole Foods (Without Your Whole Paycheck)''' - Thursday, March 12, 6:00 - If you're looking for a way to decrease your grocery costs, look no further than unprocessed whole foods. With beans, grains, flours, meals, nuts, and fresh veggies on hand, you can eat fantastically tasty, wholesome foods for a fraction the cost of processed foods. All recipes will be gluten free. - Instructor: Amy Radbill $25 - - '''Sunday Quiche''' - Friday, March 13, 6:00 - Your Sunday brunch will never be the same once you master Chef Jake’s quiche making techniques for light, flaky dough and the filling your heart desires. (Meat and vegetarian options) - Instructor: Jake Williams $25 - - '''Vegetarian Delights''' - Saturday, March 14, 2:00 - The Teaching Kitchen is delighted to welcome Mermaid Sushi Chef Sittu Tun back to our classes. Join him for two vegetarian dishes that will help you save money and stay healthy – Shitake & Tofu Miso Soup and Teriyaki Rice Bowls. - Instructor: Sittu Tun $25 - - '''In Good Taste – Everything Irish''' - Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 pm - Ireland has the most gorgeous food, and we want you to know all about it! From delicious dairy to sturdy beer, we’ve got a taste of Ireland ready for you. Must be 21 or older to attend. - John Dailey $7 - - '''Best of Biscuits''' - Wednesday, March 18, 6:00 - Nothing beats a hot, fresh homemade biscuit! Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on class covering buttermilk biscuits, cornmeal biscuits, and an herb biscuit topping for veggie pot pie. - Instructor: Melissa Strong $30 - - '''Little Kids Can Cook Too! - Fairy Cakes & Fruit Fans''' - Thursday, March 19, 3:30 - Kids aged 4-8 will adore making, decorating and devouring Fairy Cakes (small cupcakes) and Fruit Fans (coconutty cookies) - Instructor: Julie Cross $20 - - '''Pizza for Guys'''* - Friday, March 20, 6:00 - Chef Jake invites guys of any age to learn the tools to create a classic Italian flatbread. We’ll cover classic sauces, crust from scratch and the toppings for an unforgettable meal. (Meat and vegetarian options) - Instructor: Jake Williams $25 - - '''Vegan North African Cuisine''' - Saturday, March 21, 2:00 pm - Enjoy North African cuisine with a focus on local, seasonal vegetables and vegan fare. We’ll cook a selection of traditional North African dishes, including grilled eggplant with pomegranate molasses, apricot couscous, almond plum tagine (Moroccan claypot), and pistachio paste-stuffed dates with mint tea and white coffee. - Instructor: Anne Zanzucchi $25 - - '''In Good Taste – Ready-made Sauces''' - Tuesday, March 24, 6:00 pm - Sauce can add the perfect touch to a quick meal, but which ones are worthy of your taste buds right out of the package? Alfredo, pesto, curry and more. - Instructor: Melanie Madden $7 - - '''Little Kids Can Cook Too! - All-American Pudding''' - Wednesday, March 25, 3:30 - When five-year-olds ask for a pudding class, who can say “no”? Coconut -rice pudding, Classic chocolate pudding and Indian pudding with maple & blueberries. (gluten-free) - Instructor: Julie Cross $20 - - '''Mr. Brisket'''* - Thursday, March 26, 6:00 - Slow cooking is the key to unlocking all the potential of this otherwise difficult meat, and Chef Jake will show you just how to make it happen with tested methods and tasty flavors. - Instructor: Jake Williams $25 - - '''Veggie Girls Cook!''' - Tuesday, March 31, 6:00 - The teen beat goes on with all new recipes, including seasonings and ingredients from - international cuisines: South and East Asian flavors (March), and Mexican Vegetarian for April (in anticipation of Cinco de Mayo). Open to girls ages 12-19 only, class includes dinner. - Instructor: Melanie Madden $20 -	+ The ["Co-op Teaching Kitchen"] is located at 537 G Street. Adult classes are demonstration-style with samples and recipes, and are limited to 14 adults. Kids Can Cook! classes are hands-on, aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and are limited to 12 students. 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- Held this year on May 20, this event is open to all members, shoppers and community members. Co-op members are introduced to the candidates for the Board of Directors and hear highlights from the year. All are invited to sample food, participate in raffles, and join in the round table discussions of topics ranging from our collective food values to the future growth of the Co-op.	+ Held this year on May 20 at 5:30 in ["Central Park"], this event is open to all members, shoppers and community members. Co-op members are introduced to the candidates for the Board of Directors and hear highlights from the year. All are invited to sample food, participate in raffles, and join in the round table discussions of topics ranging from our collective food values to the future growth of the Co-op.

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DougWalter — 2009-05-06 14:47:19

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- There's a link to a short survey on the [http://www.davisfood.coop home page].	+ Have your say as a member in how the Co-op is run! Voting has begun (on May 6, 2009, when ballots were first delivered in the mail to shareholders) and will end on Friday, June 5. To see what wikizens have to say, please visit ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2009" the election entry]. + + * ["/Election 2009" 2009 Election]
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- ==Elections== - - Wanna have your say in how the Co-op is run? You may have to wait for next year, if you didn't vote in the election between Friday, April 25, 2008 (when ballots were first delivered in the mail to shareholders) and Wednesday, May 28. To see results and view all of the candidates statements on the issues (including those who are now in office), please visit ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2009" the election entry]. - - * ["/Election 2009" 2009 Election]	+ ==Past Elections== + + There were a number of views expressed about the 2008 Co-op election and you can view the page by visiting the link below. +

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CarrieBishop — 2009-04-28 18:46:44

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-28 19:46:44'' [[nbsp]] If anyone wants to know (and I know you do) the co-op has marmite! I couldn't believe it! --["Users/CarrieBishop"]

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calvin2 — 2009-04-23 17:58:30

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	+ ------ + ''2009-04-23 18:58:30'' [[nbsp]] I love my co-op. I trust the people who get elected to help make the decisions that make it run. I think it's a sign of its health that there's so much heated discussion around so many co-op issues. I do, however, have some suggestions that I've been wanting to make for some time. First, I think the co-op should bring back the 11% sale. Some of us who live on tight budgets really depended on that sale to buy nonperishables to stay within our budgets and still remain forward-spending co-op shoppers. The 7 on 7 sales are not a comparable substitute, and I'm surprised there hasn't been more community discussion about the disappearance of the sales around the renovation. Second, I think the co-op should rethink its superworker requirements for households of one. There's a big difference between households of one and households of two, and I think the co-op would attract more 'single' superworkers if they reduced the hours proportionately. Third, I think that the co-op does an exemplary job of helping build the health of our community, so I hope they'll continue concentrating on those issues best supporting our health - offering real food, local food, organic food, affordable food, and items for our minds and homes that help us thrive. Please keep focusing on that - not bringing into stock all the 'extras' that make the new store feel more like the kind of emporium for the bourgeoisie that I am trying to avoid (at Whole Foods, etc). P.S. - I really hate to say this, because I really do love my co-op, but even post-renovation, the deli sandwiches pale in comparison to Nugget's! I have a dream... that someday... I will be able to get a giant mess of a sandwich at the co-op for $6.99... made quickly (and perhaps even a little overdramatically)... by someone who graduated from sandwich school... --["Users/calvin2"]

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DougWalter — 2009-04-19 09:07:41

11% off everything sale unlikely to return

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- Shopping here is a social occasion, as one may always finds one's friends (or acquaintances) here. Even the employees, if in a "good" mood, you will probably come to know by their first names. The Co-op has bi-annual "11% off" sales, which are very crowded but very rewarding because everyone gets an additional 11% savings; the most recent sale was May 19-21. When the checkout lines get long, particularly during sales and holidays, you'll often find Co-op employees walking around offering free cookies to customers waiting in line. Patrons looking for free food should be aware that the ["Dumpster Diving" dumpster] is now under lock and key. - - The Co-op is known for being a generous and helpful member of the community. They have supported the ["Holiday Meal"], ["Food Not Bombs"], ["On Campus Co-ops"], and ["KDRT"] among others. In other words, they ''really'' "walk their talk". The DFC recently got a new roof with ["Solar Power" photovoltaic (solar) panels] that provide for a "substantial" portion of the store's electricity usage.	+ Shopping here is a social occasion, as one may always finds one's friends (or acquaintances) here. Even the employees, if in a "good" mood, you will probably come to know by their first names. The Co-op has "11 on 11" sales on the 11th day of the month, which which feature 11% savings in a particular category of food or objects; some recent examples were "beer" and "personal water bottles." When the checkout lines get long, particularly during sales and holidays, you'll often find Co-op employees walking around offering free cookies to customers waiting in line. Patrons looking for free food should be aware that the ["Dumpster Diving" dumpster] is now under lock and key. + + The Co-op is known for being a generous and helpful member of the community. They have supported the ["Holiday Meal"], ["Food Not Bombs"], ["On Campus Co-ops"], and ["KDRT"] among others. In other words, they ''really'' "walk their talk". The DFC roof is festooned with ["Solar Power" photovoltaic (solar) panels] that provide "substantial" power, although that's a small portion of the store's electricity usage (given the number of freezers, refrigerators & other electrical equipment).

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DougWalter — 2009-04-19 09:02:36

There is NO lifetime membership under CA law

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- To join, you need to pay a $5 one time non-refundable membership fee and buy at least $10 worth of shares. In each successive year, you will have to contribute at least another $20 worth of shares annually. If/When you decide to leave Davis, or the Co-op, you can cash out your shares. If you don't want to pay the five bucks for the membership card, wait until September when the new member recruitment programming occurs. There is a $300 share cap, after having paid which you'll become a lifetime paid-in-full member, with all freedom of contributing your opinion rights appending thereto. You can do all $300 the first year, or at any time. Feel free to also list other members of your household (roomies, family members) under your membership - they get cards too, and then you can make your husband or whoever go and do the superworking thing for the 16.5% discount off of listed prices. - - Note that the Co-op encourages member participation on several levels. There are a variety of volunteer positions available within the store and during special events, such as the community meal, the haunted house, or the ["Annual Children's Parade"]. For a mere 2-8 hours of service per month, you can get 5% off your purchases. If you can work 4-6 hours per ''week'', you qualify as a Super Worker and get a 16.5% discount on all purchases. The amount of time you need to work to qualify for discounts depends on how many members there are in your household. Member Work hours bank/roll over; for example, you could work an 8 hour stretch and get 4 months of 5% off. But because of the higher skill/training requirements of a Super Worker position, you can't bank Super Work hours. Always some kind of catch-22, ugh. - - You have to attend a Member Orientation, which is about 90 minutes long, before you can start volunteering-- however, you can apply this time towards your service hours (sometimes even retroactively so your discount starts the same month).	+ To join, you need to pay a $5 one time non-refundable membership fee and buy at least $10 worth of shares. In each successive year, you will have to contribute at least another $20 worth of shares annually. If/When you decide to leave Davis, or the Co-op, you can cash out your shares. If you don't want to pay the five bucks for the membership card, wait until September when the new member recruitment programming occurs. There is a $300 share cap, which can be changed by a majority vote of members in any election. You can do all $300 the first year, or at any time. Feel free to also list other members of your household (roomies, family members) under your membership - they get cards too, and then you can make your husband or whoever go and do the shopping. + + Note that the Co-op encourages member participation on several levels. There are a variety of volunteer positions available within the store and during special events, such as the community meal, the haunted house, or the ["Annual Children's Parade"]. For a mere 2-8 hours of service per month, you can get 5% off your purchases. If you can work 4-6 hours per ''week'' (Monday to Sunday), you qualify as a Super Worker and get a 16.5% discount on all purchases. Your household members can volunteer for you. The amount of time you need to work to qualify for discounts depends on how many members there are in your household. Member Work hours bank/roll over; for example, you could work an 8 hour stretch and get 4 months of 5% off. But because of the higher skill/training requirements of a Super Worker position, you can't bank Super Work hours. Always some kind of catch-22, ugh. + + You have to attend a Member Orientation, which is about 90 minutes long, before you can start volunteering -- however, you can apply this time towards your service hours (sometimes even retroactively so your discount starts the same month).

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chand3123k — 2009-03-24 15:47:43

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- - I felt twice when I have shopped here they gave me the wrong discount. Instead of 16.5 I got 9.8 percent. And before super working, instead of 5% they gave me 3. Its driving me nuts. It is not the money that is the problem, its the fact that something is off and I dont know why. I feel cheated. Next time I come back I'll just ask a sales clerk.

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- I feel like when I have shopped here they give me the wrong discount. Instead of 16.5 I got 9.8 percent. Its driving me nuts. It is not the money that is the problem, its the fact that something is off and I dont know why. I feel cheated.	+ I felt twice when I have shopped here they gave me the wrong discount. Instead of 16.5 I got 9.8 percent. And before super working, instead of 5% they gave me 3. Its driving me nuts. It is not the money that is the problem, its the fact that something is off and I dont know why. I feel cheated. Next time I come back I'll just ask a sales clerk.

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- I love their kefir. its the most delicious thing on earth. Get Nancy's kefir. I think its the best brand. There are some gritty kefirs that do not taste as good, but I bet they are healthier. Also, I got red peppers here for extremely cheap. Unless I recalled incorrectly, red peppers were about 4$ a pound at Safeway and only one dollar at the co-op. I am also starting to volunteer here. Yes things are expensive here, but its close to where I live and I actually like paying more for my food, in a way it helps moderate my diet since I am also a little poor. But this only works because I have time to cook I guess. - - All the comments about high-class expensiveness remind me about something. Kids that are expose to theatre and play music have been shown statistically to have higher income jobs. Maybe its like shopping at a co-op. Just think of it as an investment to your health and a way of life. - - okay maybe not a way of life, but at least an investment to your health.	+ I love their kefir. its the most delicious thing on earth. Get Nancy's blackberry kefir. I think its the best. Peach is nasty. There are some gritty kefirs(clover farms) that taste okay, but I bet they are healthier. Also, I got red peppers here for extremely cheap. Unless I recalled incorrectly, red peppers were about 4$ a pound at Safeway and only one dollar at the co-op. I am also starting to volunteer here. Yes things are expensive here, but its close to where I live. +
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	+ * I think that some of the perceived difference is because the Co-Op doesn't use [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loss_leader Loss Leaders] as much. So while the price of some more memorable, frequently purchased items (milk, eggs, etc.) are higher at the Co-Op, I've found that some of the less memorable items, especially the types of things that the Co-Op specializes in, are usually cheaper or the same price. I also save a lot of money as I've learned to take advantage of the bulk foods aisle. --["Users/MatthewPearson"]

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- All the comments about high-class expensiveness remind me about something. Kids that are expose to theatre and play music have been shown statistically to have higher income jobs. Maybe its like shopping at a co-op. Just think of it as an investment to your health and a way of life. --["Users/chand3123k"]	+ All the comments about high-class expensiveness remind me about something. Kids that are expose to theatre and play music have been shown statistically to have higher income jobs. Maybe its like shopping at a co-op. Just think of it as an investment to your health and a way of life.
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	+ + okay maybe not a way of life, but at least an investment to your health. + + Also, this place is good to get ingredients for baking here. I like getting the exact amount of things I need.

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	+ ------ + ''2009-03-17 15:31:32'' [[nbsp]] comments are soooo complicated. + + I love their kefir. its the most delicious thing on earth. Get Nancy's kefir. I think its the best brand. There are some gritty kefirs that do not taste as good, but I bet they are healthier. Also, I got red peppers here for extremely cheap. Unless I recalled incorrectly, red peppers were about 4$ a pound at Safeway and only one dollar at the co-op. I am also starting to volunteer here. Yes things are expensive here, but its close to where I live and I actually like paying more for my food, in a way it helps moderate my diet since I am also a little poor. But this only works because I have time to cook I guess. + + All the comments about high-class expensiveness remind me about something. Kids that are expose to theatre and play music have been shown statistically to have higher income jobs. Maybe its like shopping at a co-op. Just think of it as an investment to your health and a way of life. --["Users/chand3123k"]

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KellyM — 2009-03-13 21:01:59

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	+ * There are some things that are cheaper at the Co-Op, and there are also things you can't get at Nugget. For example, they have a wider variety of locally baked breads (the Nugget baked breads are ok, but not like the Village Bakery's) and desserts. Fuji apples are 99c a pound right now (no sale), Nugget's fuji apples are more expensive. I would definitely go to Nugget for meat and fish. The veggies are generally more expensive at the Co-Op. Also, if you are biking from Central or West Davis, you don't have to bike over that overpass to get to the Co-Op. Pirate Booty is about 50c cheaper at the Co-Op. --["Users/KellyM"]

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film — 2009-03-12 13:30:17

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	+ ------ + ''2009-03-12 14:30:17'' [[nbsp]] It's a nice store and has a decent deli. It's definitely overrated, and overpriced as well. Nugget's better in my opinion. --["Users/film"]

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DougWalter — 2009-03-10 08:24:55

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DougWalter — 2009-03-05 18:15:22

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	+ Little Kids Can Cook Too! + Fairy Cakes & Fruit Fans + Friday, March 6, 3:30 + Kids aged 4-8 will adore making, decorating and devouring Fairy Cakes (small cupcakes) and Fruit Fans (coconutty cookies) + Instructor: Julie Cross $20 + + Gluten Free Donuts + Tuesday, March 10, 6:00 + Delicious donuts are easier to make than you may think. We'll learn about baked donuts, fried donuts, baking powder raised donuts and yeast raised donuts. After this, you'll be armed and ready for lazy weekend mornings of dunking. + Instructor: Amy Radbill $25 + + In Good Taste – The Cookie Tasting + Wednesday, March 11, 6:00 pm + By member request, it’s the great cookie tasting. We’ll survey staff to find the 12 best cookies in the store, then let you decide if we’re right! + Staff $7 + + Whole Foods (Without Your Whole Paycheck) + Thursday, March 12, 6:00 + If you're looking for a way to decrease your grocery costs, look no further than unprocessed whole foods. With beans, grains, flours, meals, nuts, and fresh veggies on hand, you can eat fantastically tasty, wholesome foods for a fraction the cost of processed foods. All recipes will be gluten free. + Instructor: Amy Radbill $25 + + Sunday Quiche + Friday, March 13, 6:00 + Your Sunday brunch will never be the same once you master Chef Jake’s quiche making techniques for light, flaky dough and the filling your heart desires. (Meat and vegetarian options) + Instructor: Jake Williams $25 + + Vegetarian Delights + Saturday, March 14, 2:00 + The Teaching Kitchen is delighted to welcome Mermaid Sushi Chef Sittu Tun back to our classes. Join him for two vegetarian dishes that will help you save money and stay healthy – Shitake & Tofu Miso Soup and Teriyaki Rice Bowls. + Instructor: Sittu Tun $25 + + + In Good Taste – Everything Irish + Tuesday, March 17, 6:00 pm + Ireland has the most gorgeous food, and we want you to know all about it! From delicious dairy to sturdy beer, we’ve got a taste of Ireland ready for you. Must be 21 or older to attend. + John Dailey $7 + + Best of Biscuits + Wednesday, March 18, 6:00 + Nothing beats a hot, fresh homemade biscuit! Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on class covering buttermilk biscuits, cornmeal biscuits, and an herb biscuit topping for veggie pot pie. + Instructor: Melissa Strong $30 + + Little Kids Can Cook Too! + Fairy Cakes & Fruit Fans + Thursday, March 19, 3:30 + Kids aged 4-8 will adore making, decorating and devouring Fairy Cakes (small cupcakes) and Fruit Fans (coconutty cookies) + Instructor: Julie Cross $20 + + Pizza for Guys* + Friday, March 20, 6:00 + Chef Jake invites guys of any age to learn the tools to create a classic Italian flatbread. We’ll cover classic sauces, crust from scratch and the toppings for an unforgettable meal. (Meat and vegetarian options) + Instructor: Jake Williams $25 + + + Vegan North African Cuisine + Saturday, March 21, 2:00 pm + Enjoy North African cuisine with a focus on local, seasonal vegetables and vegan fare. We’ll cook a selection of traditional North African dishes, including grilled eggplant with pomegranate molasses, apricot couscous, almond plum tagine (Moroccan claypot), and pistachio paste-stuffed dates with mint tea and white coffee. + Instructor: Anne Zanzucchi $25 + + In Good Taste – Ready-made Sauces + Tuesday, March 24, 6:00 pm + Sauce can add the perfect touch to a quick meal, but which ones are worthy of your taste buds right out of the package? Alfredo, pesto, curry and more. + Instructor: Melanie Madden $7 + + Little Kids Can Cook Too! + All-American Pudding + Wednesday, March 25, 3:30 + When five-year-olds ask for a pudding class, who can say “no”? Coconut -rice pudding, Classic chocolate pudding and Indian pudding with maple & blueberries. (gluten-free) + Instructor: Julie Cross $20 + + Mr. Brisket* + Thursday, March 26, 6:00 + Slow cooking is the key to unlocking all the potential of this otherwise difficult meat, and Chef Jake will show you just how to make it happen with tested methods and tasty flavors. + Instructor: Jake Williams $25 + + Veggie Girls Cook! + Tuesday, March 31, 6:00 + The teen beat goes on with all new recipes, including seasonings and ingredients from + international cuisines: South and East Asian flavors (March), and Mexican Vegetarian for April (in anticipation of Cinco de Mayo).Open to girls ages 12-19 only, class includes dinner. + Instructor: Melanie Madden $20 + + +

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DougWalter — 2009-03-05 18:07:23

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DougWalter — 2009-03-03 18:39:45

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- Wanna have your say in how the Co-op is run? You may have to wait for next year, if you didn't vote in the election between Friday, April 25 (when ballots were first delivered in the mail to shareholders) and Wednesday, May 28. To see results and view all of the candidates statements on the issues (including those who are now in office), please visit ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2009" the election entry].	+ Wanna have your say in how the Co-op is run? You may have to wait for next year, if you didn't vote in the election between Friday, April 25, 2008 (when ballots were first delivered in the mail to shareholders) and Wednesday, May 28. To see results and view all of the candidates statements on the issues (including those who are now in office), please visit ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2009" the election entry].

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	+ ------ + ''2009-02-09 20:23:25'' [[nbsp]] Has anyone heard of ReCork America? http://www.recorkamerica.com/ I know the Co-op has a lot of wine so I thought it would be cool if they started a cork recycling bin, or two. :) --["Users/gurglemeow"]

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DougWalter — 2009-01-30 22:05:16

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DougWalter — 2009-01-19 12:31:01

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DougWalter — 2009-01-15 10:32:11

Listing a few upcoming classes, Ann Mtg date

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DougWalter — 2009-01-04 12:15:38

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EdWins — 2009-01-03 19:43:32

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DougWalter — 2009-01-02 18:49:32

Small note; hope it can go away next week

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DougWalter — 2009-01-02 18:46:55

Is this a service, to relocate older comments?

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- ''2007-02-11 11:00:56'' [[nbsp]] I absolutely, love this store, so much natural, yummy stuff! Try the bakery cookies, they're all natural and delicious! I sware, I am so addicted! --["Users/NicoleWells"] - ------ - ''2007-02-15 1:00:26'' [[nbsp]] - "Uncooperative: After four years, a Davis man soon will get his day in court over being arrested - for trespassing at the local co-op." - ...A trial date is about to be set for spring or early summer. The 59-year-old Rice has been waiting more than four years to ask a Yolo County Superior Court jury to consider his legal claims against the cooperative: violations of his civil rights, false imprisonment, battery, malicious prosecution, intentional infliction of emotional distress, breach of contract, premises liability and general negligence.... - Full Article: http://www.newsreview.com/sacramento/Content?oid=oid%3A281876 - --["Users/WilyFerret"] - ------ - ''2007-02-20 19:47:56'' [[nbsp]] I am a coop member and I read that article too. I think he really got shafted and I am disappointed in the coop. --["Users/NickSchmalenberger"] - ------ - ''2007-03-05 20:24:10'' [[nbsp]] As far as the article indicates, it seems the co-op goofed on the legalities (and basic communication of their decision), although they have no obligation to do business with anyone. That being said, this guy sounds like a total jerk - who can't seem to accept, as I do, that when you show up half an hour before closing, the meat counter and deli will be closed! Something tells me he thinks he ''owns'' the co-op. --["Users/KarlMogel"] - Well, if he is a shareholder he is an owner of the coop. PT - ------- - ''2007-03-21 13:29:38'' [[nbsp]] I went there this morning and I wish I had another reason for not shopping regularly at the Co-Op, but here it is: When i went there this morning I stood at the deli almost 5 minutes without anyone helping me, saying hello or even asking what I needed.This was not an issue of the Co-op being understaffed- the Deli/Coffee area was crawling with staff who had there energies focused elsewhere. After waiting awhile a woman who was kind of nice looked at someone else and said thay would help me so that I could pay for my items and she walked off. As of today I have stopped wondering if some employees are having a bad day because this has been my experience the last 3 times I have been there.It's ironic that in the Deli above one of the Sinks there is a Big sign that says: "Customer Service". To me it feels as if the Co-Op Deli is proclaiming they have none. However, This type of thing has not been my experince in other parts of the store. --["Users/MyaBrn"] - I have had similar experinces many times - the deli is seething with employees and they all ignore me. I never buy anything from the deli. PT - - ~ What many customers, and even myself before I became an employee, don't know is that while it may appear that there are several workers "ignoring" you while you wait, those other employees behind the deli counter are not deli counter help. They are the prep-cooks, chefs and bakers who are busy making the food you are waiting to buy. We can't always help you at the counter, some of us aren't even trained to work behind the counter using the slicer and such, because we have to get the food ready for you to buy. Now just because we're smiling and having a good time while we work doesn't make us a click, and we're not ignoring you, we're putting love in the food you eat. If we can't help you, we're finding someone who can. - ------ - ''2007-03-27 19:00:11'' [[nbsp]] I love the co-op, but WHAT is the deal with their sandwiches? They always are completely not what I ordered, which is strange considering they have the most straightforward ordering system (the little form that you fill out) possible. I'm truly baffled. Even the Nugget - where you generally have to shout your order to someone who is doing ten other things at the same time - can get a simple sandwich right. It really just doesn't make sense. --["Users/RubyRoo"] - - Understand it's like a clique in high school staffing the deli, - and you'll begin to understand the patterns of behavior - behind the counter. -- BK - ------ - ''2007-03-27 19:13:30'' [[nbsp]] Also, if anyone is looking for other co-op's in San Francisco, I highly recommend Rainbow Grocery on 14th and Folsom. I used to shop there all the time when I lived in the city - it's like a larger, more comprehensive (and crowded) version of the DFC. --["Users/RubyRoo"] - ------ - ''2007-03-29 18:41:17'' [[nbsp]] After getting kicked out of my share of places for not wearing shoes, I really appreciate the fact that Co-op has no such policy. --["Users/EfremRensi"] - ------- - ''2007-03-31 20:27:18'' [[nbsp]] That's nice, Efrem. But watch your step; The Co-op isn't the beach; there're many sharp objects upon which to stub your toe in there... ["Users/BrianKenyon"] - * Thanks for the tip. ["Users/EfremRensi"] - ------ - ''2007-04-03 22:35:13'' [[nbsp]] I love the coop. the food selection is wonderful, the people are great, the shoppers are mostly great, and it is such a great place to learn. great place to work, too. i worked in the front end, grocery and haba/gm. mark and chad, the grocery managers are awesome, as well as pretty much everyoe else who works there. great student job. its important to support places that provide us with such healthy food, support our community, AND treat their employees so fairly and nicely. very supportive place! love it! --["Users/Lisa"] - ------ - ''2007-04-27 13:23:13'' [[nbsp]] The Co-op has the best beer selection and variety in all of Davis. Other than the occasional unshowered shopper and the guy out front every Saturday petitioning to "Separate Church and State", I have no complaints with the Co-Op. --["Users/CaseyBarc"] - - ------ - ''2007-05-24 22:03:02'' [[nbsp]] I must say this place is awesome for buying feta cheese and bulk items. One of the bulk items I purchase is the high-gluten, unbleached flour which is quite nice for bread. There is also this forbidden rice, but I am not sure what makes it forbidden if it is being sold. Prices are a bit high, but I say they are a lot more fair than Safeway. --["Users/DavidTran"] - - [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forbidden_rice "Forbidden Rice"] is a short-grain rice whose hull is inky purple/black, similar to "brown" rice. Deeper color=more nutrients, which is helpful for vegan/vegetarian diets. I thought it had a stronger flavor than brown rice, but I overcooked mine (came out mushy). Your mileage may vary. It's called "Forbidden" for historical reasons. Recipe ideas [http://www.worldpantry.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prmenbr=127574&prrfnbr=146780 here]--["Users/JudithTruman"] - ------ - ''2007-06-13 13:38:17'' [[nbsp]] I just saw the [http://davisenterprise.com/articles/2007/06/13/news/204new0.txt article in the Enterprise] about the possible 2nd Co-op on ["Lake Blvd."] Is this really a possibility? I though that if davis got a ["Trader Joe's" Trader joes] that would be a great place to have it...farther away from the Co-Op on G. --["Users/MyaBrn"] The Co-op's board has been entertaining this idea off and on for a while. I don't really know that latest, other than that it would likely cost a bundle to fix up the Lake Blvd. site. --["Users/rocksanddirt"] - ------ - ''2007-06-24 18:52:53'' [[nbsp]] wow, i would not know what to do with myself without this place. for $5, i can get a decent meal of a pre-wrapped "falafel" sandwich, whatever soy yogurt is on sale, and about two handfuls of granola to go with the yogurt. YUM. marry me, COOP. --["Users/CandiceWang"] - ------ - ''2007-06-26 20:52:57'' [[nbsp]] i like the inari. and the guy from bhutan that works there is really nice! manglaba! --["Users/JessicaRockwell"] - ------ - ''2007-07-23 14:02:01'' [[nbsp]] I am sure it is a great place (food co-op) but is not for me seems it is for hippies and trail riders --["Users/dickjones"] - * Oh, so not true. When I worked there I saw a range of people. Suits coming in for their lunch break, soccer moms with little kids, the hippies, the college students, the elderly who lived in the neighborhood. It's for everyone! --["Users/MichelleAccurso" Michelle] - ------ - ''2007-08-01 14:59:13'' [[nbsp]] Just so everyone knows the DFC's markup on most items is 200%. This means that member discounts really don't save you very much. Obviously some are willing to pay more for quality, but don't buy regular items like ketchup or coca-cola, it just isn't cost-effective. - - The vitamin department has the items with the least value and biggest markup overall. Virtually all their items are bought in bulk from internet retailers then subject to a markup due to massive customer and employee theft. The head of the vitamin department, 'Rose' treats her employees like shit and talks about customers behind their back. 'Christy' her #2 is cut from the same cloth. If you've dealt with either one recently, chances are really good they talked smack about you as soon as you walked away. Vitamin management is completely subservient to vitamin company reps, and members of the vitamin department will simply parrot the company line. DO NOT under any circumstances apply for a job in the HABA/Vitamin/GM department. Talk to any experienced DFC employee - it is the WORST department to work for. They have a turnover of approx one person every 2-3 months, and thus can only hire people who're desperate to begin with. TRUST someone who's worked there: you'll have a way better time in the dairy department or as a cashier. - - Also, the stinkiness factor of some HABA customers is unreal... --["Users/jimboJones123"] - - * ''2007-08-04 23:00:21'' [[nbsp]] I cannot and will not comment on personnel issues. But the statement that "the DFC's markup on most items is 200%" is bogus. Look at a few sites that define business terms (like [http://business.fortunecity.com/discount/29/mupmarg.htm this] or [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_Margin#Converting_between_Gross_Margin_.28GM.29_and_Markup this]) and you'll see the annonymous commentator is saying that an item that costs the Co-op $1 is sold for $3. Members can come to the administrative office and look at financial statements; they show that the markup on most items is quite lower (although we express it in terms of margin rather than markup). --["Users/DougWalter"] - ------ - ''2007-08-07 05:50:05'' [[nbsp]] Be careful with the bulk foods. I find mold on the dry beans every once in a while. I showed it to a manager once but she said it was impossible for them to check for mold. It seems weird that they carry unhealthy questionably produced foods from major corporations. Such items can be found at any other grocery store in town (such as safeway). Why doesn't the co-op focus on healthy organic goods? Otherwise the food selection is great and the employees are cool. --["Users/SolomonBothwell"] - * It may not be a question about "questionably produced" bulk foods, but rather, "questionably stored." On more than one occasion I have found weavils living in the barley and other grains that I purchased, took home, and sealed in a clean container (Or left in the bag). I took it back and was able to get a replacement, but Solomon is right in that you should be careful with the co-op's bulk section. It seems to happen too often for the manager to just shrug their shoulders about. I wonder how often they ''wash'' the bulk dispensers? - ["Users/KarlMogel"] - - * I was talking about more than one issue. One issue is the questionably stored bulk foods. Another issue is questionably produced corporate foods in other areas of the co-op. -["Users/SolomonBothwell"] - * I would also like to note that organic does not mean healthy. A study published this year by UC Davis's own [http://foodsafe.ucdavis.edu/FSM_Source/HTML_Source_FSM/professional.html Carl Winter] surveyed research on organic vs conventional, and found that not only are there few differences between the two if any, but the same processes that might increase a few healthy compounds in organic produce ''also'' increase the levels of toxic compounds. Bottom line - eat more fruits and veggies (especially fresh) because there's not enough evidence to say that organic is healthier than conventional. There are a lot of food myths out there. (Also see Ariela's comment about health-oriented candy above) -KJM - ------ - ''2007-08-26 16:40:13'' [[nbsp]] I love the Co-Op.. I buy everything I can here, all my food, beauty products, holiday gifts, diapers, you name it. Some people say the prices are high, I say, you get what you pay for. As for slow check-out lines, I've found that if I look like I'm in a hurry (on a lunch break, kid has pooped her diaper, etc...), someone will open a register for me, or some kind shopper will let me ahead of them in the line. --["Users/ElisaWeller"] - ------ - ''2007-10-03 21:52:50'' [[nbsp]] On a hot sunny day I entered the Co-op in search of juice. I bought OJ here and the seal was already broken. I should have checked though. Anyways, I felt the atmosphere was very inviting and community is awesome. --["Users/GregWebb"] - --------- - ''2007-10-10 19:33:50'' [[nbsp]] Re: Remodel: as the architectural improvements take place the prices - of food seem to go up. Money spent on cosmetic architecture could've been used to lower prices on food? ["Users/WilyFerret"] - * Key word: "seem" -- the price structure (margins and markup) is exactly the same as it was before renovation. There are new products, and old products may not cost the same as they did last month or last year. But the cause and effect you wonder about is not taking place directly. --["Users/DougWalter"] - ------ - ''2007-10-25 18:21:44'' [[nbsp]] I really like the Co-op. It has a nice variety of pre-prepared vegan foods, and other specialty items that can't be found in other stores around Davis. I like that you can volunteer there for four hours a week and get 16% off your groceries (I haven't tried that yet.) --["Users/HeatherBeck"] - ------ - ''2007-11-11 16:31:16'' [[nbsp]] I really dislike the new shelving for the food supplement & cosmetic section - I would not put that garish stuff in my garage, let alone a grocery store. There's no room to get greens out of the new produce cases, either. - - Two of the staff also told me that they hadn't been consulted about any of the changes being made. I have written to the general manager about that as I am dismayed that a "co-operative" grocery store didn't consult the workers involved before making sweeping changes. Seems that was a big mistake. - - I feel that the co-op is trying too hard to be something it is not, and that having strayed so far from its roots, will collapse from the financial burden of the (thirty year?) loan repayments and a disgruntled customer and staff base. --["Users/JaneyLamont"] - ------ - ''2007-11-17 15:45:55'' [[nbsp]] I used to purchase rootbeer flavored milk here back in 1995-1998 but can no longer find it. I could not find any employees that knew anything about it. Does anyone know where to find this stuff!? --["Users/King0liver"] - - * I have seen a rootbeer/milk product in the dairy case at Whole Foods in Napa. --["Users/JudithTruman"] - ------ - ''2007-11-17 17:05:00'' [[nbsp]] I have been a member for years, I also lived like a block from the Coop and you can't beat their bulk foods and coffee/tea section. That being said however, produce is cheaper at the farmers market. The deli has its problems. Maybe the Coop should let the ASUCD take over the deli and run it. They do an awesome job with the Coffee House on campus. I have been in exile from Davis since August so I have not seen the remodel. Nobody likes change, people complained about the last remodel in what 1997? - - Over all the staff members are really nice and they do get overwhelmed up front at peak hours. It is great that you can volunteer for extra discount. Davis would have an awful hole in it without the Coop. - - As far as the second store idea goes, I hope Davis Coop members take a close look at the Sacramento Food Coop and their disastrous second store in Elk Grove. Their board seemed to move ahead unilaterally with the project. They failed to do a feasibility study or any other economic analysis. They totally misjudged the market, the expense and revenues. In short,they put themselves in perilous debt, squandered and diverted income from the main store, cut employees benefits and in the end shut the Elk Grove store down at a major loss. - - So, when a handful of influential Village Homes types lobby the board for a 2nd store, research the economics carefully. Three grocers have gone belly up in that location. Wasn't it Farmtown Market, then Ray's, then whatever that last incarnation was. A business plan, a feasibility study and solid financial analysis are essential. This sort of thing can't be an "I want" situation by the political clout of some old time influential members. Sure, in utopia it would be nice to have a second store. If I were in West Davis, I would probably shop there. But if it turns out to be a money pit like Sacramento Coop's 2nd store, you will damage the financial health of the original store on a whim, for years to come. - - Ask yourselves why three other grocers failed in the same spot. --["Users/LouisM"] - -----------	+

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DougWalter — 2009-01-02 18:41:26

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- Adult classes are demonstration-style with samples and recipes, and are limited to 14 adults. Kids Can Cook! classes are hands-on, aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and are limited to 12 students. Classes have a fee but are in recess for December; January/Feburary details and schedule will appear on the [http://www.davisfood.coop/hot.htm Co-op website].	+ Adult classes are demonstration-style with samples and recipes, and are limited to 14 adults. Kids Can Cook! classes are hands-on, aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and are limited to 12 students. Classes have a fee; January/Feburary details and schedule are available on the [http://www.davisfood.coop/classes.html Co-op website].

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DougWalter — 2009-01-02 18:38:20

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DougWalter — 2008-12-18 23:44:13

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	+ + ~ What many customers, and even myself before I became an employee, don't know is that while it may appear that there are several workers "ignoring" you while you wait, those other employees behind the deli counter are not deli counter help. They are the prep-cooks, chefs and bakers who are busy making the food you are waiting to buy. We can't always help you at the counter, some of us aren't even trained to work behind the counter using the slicer and such, because we have to get the food ready for you to buy. Now just because we're smiling and having a good time while we work doesn't make us a click, and we're not ignoring you, we're putting love in the food you eat. If we can't help you, we're finding someone who can.

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DougWalter — 2008-12-02 17:20:20

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- Wine tastings occur in the Co-op Conference Room every other Friday from 6 to 8pm. There is a fee of $1.00 per wine tasted (usually $4 for a slate of beers), with profits in through November benefiting ["Yolo Basin Foundation"]. - September 26 - Berryessa Gap & Putah Creek Vineyards - October 10 - Capay Valley Vineyards & Bob Marr Cellars - October 26 - Southern (the distributor) Wines	+ Wine tastings occur in the Co-op Conference Room every other Friday from 6 to 8pm. (They are "on vacation" through mid-January.) There is a fee of $1.00 per wine tasted (usually $4 for a slate of beers), with profits donated to a charity or event.
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DougWalter — 2008-12-02 17:18:03

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- You can help guide the Co-op into the future and to make sure we are providing the best possible experience to all of our shoppers right now. Please visit [http://www.davisfood.coop www.davisfood.coop] to take the 2008 Co-op Customer Satisfaction Survey now.	+ You can help guide the Co-op into the future and to make sure we are providing the best possible experience to all of our shoppers right now. Please visit [http://www.davisfood.coop www.davisfood.coop] to take the 2008 Co-op Customer Satisfaction Survey now (link on home page is gone).
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	+ cold in more ways than one -- ["Users/SredniVashtar"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-11-25 20:22:57'' [[nbsp]] The only place in town that sells cavatappi pasta, though its the mini kind...wtf? Is Davis anti-cavatappi? And why only the mini kind? I want the standard sized cavatappi!!! --["Users/SunjeetBaadkar"]

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- ''2008-11-25 19:59:50'' [[nbsp]] I work at the coop; I don't believe it's elitist at all. And I don't think it's overpriced. As a matter of fact, I believe the coop would crush other local grocery stores in price comparisons (especially if one is shopping for local/organic foods). Furthermore, I think the customer service at the coop vastly exceeds any other store in the area (speaking as objectively as possible). And, the coop is local in every sense of the word. - - If more people knew what the davis coop does for the community... --["Users/Theo"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-11-25 19:59:50'' [[nbsp]] I work at the coop; I don't believe it's elitist at all. And I don't think it's overpriced. As a matter of fact, I believe the coop would crush other local grocery stores in price comparisons (especially if one is shopping for local/organic foods). Furthermore, I think the customer service at the coop vastly exceeds any other store in the area (speaking as objectively as possible). And, the coop is local in every sense of the word. + + If more people knew what the davis coop does for the community... --["Users/Theo"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-11-24 17:23:20'' [[nbsp]] Anyone else bothered by how ridiculously cold it has been inside of the co-op lately? I am about to go down there and I will be wearing two jackets. --["Users/Chantal"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-11-21 20:43:15'' [[nbsp]] I mainly go the coop to get bread, pasta, fair trade bananas, and "ethical" meat. Their selection of bread is huge and contains many local CA brands. Their bread section also contains local Indian naans and tortillas. They have a wide variety of dried pasta but I mainly go for the fresh pasta. I think fresh pasta tastes so much better and cooks a lot faster than dried pastas. The co op is the only grocery store in Davis that I know of that sells fair trade bananas. The coop's meat section contains a lot of meat that advertises itself as humane and non chemicals but costs a lot more than industrial livestock. If you don't believe in local and organic produce, you are not going to like the coop because the coop attracts a lot of the slow food movement types (which is kind of an elitist movement). --["Users/justinhu"]

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- On [http://www.davisenterprise.com/articles/2005/07/29/obituaries/174obit1.txt July 7, 2005], 60-year old Ed Maxie, a Co-op employee, collapsed from a heart-attack while working. CPR was performed by another Co-op employee, but Ed died in the store. The store stayed open for the day.	+ On [http://www.davisenterprise.com/articles/2005/07/29/obituaries/174obit1.txt July 7, 2005], 60-year old Ed Maxie, a Co-op employee, collapsed from a heart-attack while working. ["CPR"] was performed by another Co-op employee, but Ed died in the store. The store stayed open for the day.

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- ''2008-03-10 22:24:09'' [[nbsp]] "Not a deli problem," for sure. It's a Produce, Health & Beauty Aid, hundreds- of-square-feet-beyond-the-deli problem. - Here's Co-op management's explanation on - "http://www.davisfood.coop/Renovation2008/index.html": - - "Update - February 7, 2008 - Construction Still on Holiday - • The floors remain bare for the moment - because they require a sealant that - will take a few days to cure." - - It's been a few more than a few days, eh? Co-opers and first-time Co-op shoppers must naturally wonder, - all these daze later, what's up with the floor? The best cure for the floor would have been to have... - "left it alone." - - --["Users/WilyFerret"] - * I think they mean "We haven't put the new flooring in because we'd have to close the store for a few days." I'm not 100% sure, but it seems like perhaps they're waiting for the right time to close down the store and do those tasks that need more time than overnight. --["Users/MichelleAccurso"] - - * Michelle, if true, your explanation exposes seeming short-sightedness. Unless, of course the stained cement is envisioned as the permanent flooring, an interior decorating scheme continuing the Maria-Ogridziak-inspired external decorative motifs.--["Users/WilyFerret"] - ------------------------------------ - ------
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- ''2008-07-11 12:23:59'' [[nbsp]]--The Co-op butcher department makes its own sausage? There in the store? That's pretty amazing, a throwback to the days when fresh meant something. Kudos to the meatpackers. But it seemed more family-friendly when the cooler next door included cold juice and healthy drinks. --["Users/SredniVashtar"] - * Actually, unless I'm very much mistaken, the ["Nugget"] also makes their own sausages. I can't comment on the quality of the Coop's sausages, but Nugget always has good ones with all manner of flavors. - ["Users/JoePomidor"]	+ Actually, unless I'm very much mistaken, the ["Nugget"] also makes their own sausages. I can't comment on the quality of the Coop's sausages, but Nugget always has good ones with all manner of flavors. - ["Users/JoePomidor"]
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warriorvoyager — 2008-10-23 15:05:53

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ElleWeber — 2008-10-06 15:12:41

i know this is silly, but the first thing i thought was "what?"

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ZacharyNorwood — 2008-10-06 15:00:04

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	+ ==2008 Davis Food Co-op Survey== + + '''The 2008 Davis Food Co-op Survey—Take it.''' + + You can help guide the Co-op into the future and to make sure we are providing the best possible experience to all of our shoppers right now. Please visit [http://www.davisfood.coop www.davisfood.coop] to take the 2008 Co-op Customer Satisfaction Survey now. + + After all, it’s your Co-op—it should serve your needs. + + The 2008 Co-op Survey is: + • Quick and Easy—All you need is 15 minutes and a mouse. + • Anonymous—No personal information will be collected without your knowledge and consent. + • Constructive—This survey will tell us how we can serve you better right now and into the future. Your input is a critical component of our cooperative’s operations. It will help guide decisions by Co-op management and Board of Directors. + • Virtual—This is our first-ever online survey. This new format will make it easier for more Co-op shoppers to participate and tell us their thoughts. + • Engaging—We think you'll find the questions interesting and worthwhile. + + We truly appreciate your participation! + + Since we don't have many member email addresses, please forward this message to your friends and neighbors who also use the Co-op's services. +
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JasonAller — 2008-09-29 19:01:50

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DougWalter — 2008-09-23 22:02:19

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	+ ------ + ''2008-09-22 10:31:49'' [[nbsp]] The Food Co-op does sell Braun coffee grinders, just below the Caffe Ibis fair trade roasted beans & just above the Newman's Own Organic prunes. Sorry I misinformed someone on the phone! --["Users/DougWalter"]

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DougWalter — 2008-09-07 20:16:19

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	+ * Goodness, yes! There are a number of different brands and (often) sizes. --["Users/DougWalter"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-09-07 17:42:59'' [[nbsp]] Does the Co-op sell multivitamins and other supplements? --["Users/pvalencia"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-09-06 07:36:32'' [[nbsp]] The coop has the BEST produce department. Yesterday I picked up some fresh black eyed peas (still in the pod), they've had peppers de padron for a lot of the summer, and while I don't know if I'm ready to try it quite yet they even have that corn fungus that's used in some Mexican dishes. + + They do need to start ordering more Urban Detox drinks because they're always out, but doing without is a price I'm willing to pay! --["Users/AmandaGarrison"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-08-29 22:46:51'' [[nbsp]] I must say that I love the food here, especially in the bakery. The produce is also excellent, and I don't have to worry about pesticides here, which is nice. I don't know about the experiences related below but I have never had a problem with employees or volunteers (though I don't spend much time in the deli). + The one exception to this is the night manager, Yolanda. She loves going on power trips - my most recent run in came as I was trying to buy one pack of tortillas right at closing time and she quite rudely showed me the door. A little respect would have been nice. Oh well, there's always a few bad apples in even the nicest apple barrel. --["Users/rrignacio"]

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SethMcO — 2008-08-26 08:29:49

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SethMcO — 2008-08-26 08:28:31

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	+ ------ + ''2008-08-16 15:04:49'' [[nbsp]] The Co-op is a asset to Davis. Having fresh, local & organic food at our doorstep is fantastic. I love the HABA section and have had nothing but wonderful customer service there. The deli is hit or miss with being helpful & fast. Brad, a checker is my daughters favorite & he is so sweet to her. We love the kids coloring station and always enjoy shopping here. --["Users/jwendt"]

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- They have a full deli, with a selection of goodies that changes daily. Baked goods are made in-house. They also offer a variety of bulk coffee (including from the ["Pachamama Coffee Cooperative"]), tea, spices, and herbs. The Co-op also provides a free ["Public Internet Terminals" Public Internet Terminal], provided by ["Davis Community Network" DCN]. Outside the Co-op is a ["Portrait of a Plump Tomato" rather large tomato] and two more meaningless lumps of concrete. The entire frontal exterior is a useless salute to a local archtect's desire to be put on the post-modernist map. Sheesh, you could put a tractor on top of the girdered front roof and it would not sag a millimeter. There's also a HABA/GM (Health and Beauty/General Merchandise) section with books, candles, yoga accessories, small toys, clothing (such as socks and underwear -- pricey because they're organic), make-up and skin care. The HABA/GM guys and gals are very helpful and they really know their stuff. The Co-op offers probably the largest and best bulk foods section in Davis. Many of the prices are mismarked by a tiny amount, but employees are happy to correct the price if you bring the discrepancy to their attention. Also notable is their peanuts/almonds-containing machine, which somehow turns whole peanuts and almonds(?) into a creamy, almost buttery substance suitable for spreading with a butter knife. Call it... peanut/almond butter.	+ They have a full deli, with a selection of goodies that changes daily. Baked goods are made in-house. They also offer a variety of bulk coffee (including from the ["Pachamama Coffee Cooperative"]), tea, spices, and herbs. The Co-op also provides a free ["Public Internet Terminals" Public Internet Terminal], provided by ["Davis Community Network" DCN]. Outside the Co-op is a ["Portrait of a Plump Tomato" rather large tomato] and two more meaningless lumps of concrete. The entire frontal exterior is a useless salute to a local architect's desire to be put on the post-modernist map. Sheesh, you could put a tractor on top of the girdered front roof and it would not sag a millimeter. There's also a HABA/GM (Health and Beauty/General Merchandise) section with books, candles, yoga accessories, small toys, clothing (such as socks and underwear -- pricey because they're organic), make-up and skin care. The HABA/GM guys and gals are very helpful and they really know their stuff. The Co-op offers probably the largest and best bulk foods section in Davis. Many of the prices are mismarked by a tiny amount, but employees are happy to correct the price if you bring the discrepancy to their attention. Also notable is their peanuts/almonds-containing machine, which somehow turns whole peanuts and almonds into a creamy, almost buttery substance suitable for spreading with a butter knife. Call it... peanut/almond butter.
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- The Co-op is known for being a generous and helpful member of the community. They have supported the ["Holiday Meal"], ["Food Not Bombs"], ["On Campus Co-ops"], and ["KDRT"] among others. In other words, they ''really'' "walk their talk". The DFC recently got a new roof with photovoltaic (solar) panels that provide for a "substantial" portion of the store's electricity usage.	+ The Co-op is known for being a generous and helpful member of the community. They have supported the ["Holiday Meal"], ["Food Not Bombs"], ["On Campus Co-ops"], and ["KDRT"] among others. In other words, they ''really'' "walk their talk". The DFC recently got a new roof with ["Solar Power" photovoltaic (solar) panels] that provide for a "substantial" portion of the store's electricity usage.
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- The 2008 Renovations include a large new buffet. Currently, there's a Indian food buffet, a general hot food buffet, and a salad bar. There's quite a bit of variety in the general hot food buffet (chicken, turkey meatballs, macaroni and cheese, baked potatoes, vegetables, etc.) and in the salad bar (not just lettuce and other salad components, but premade salads and fruit as well). All the different items are labeled and marked if they're Vegan or Co-op Creations. The buffet food is all $7.99/lb.	+ The 2008 Renovations include a large new buffet. Currently, there's a Indian food buffet, a general hot food buffet, and a salad bar. There's quite a bit of variety in the general hot food buffet (chicken, turkey meatballs, macaroni and cheese, baked potatoes, vegetables, etc.) and in the salad bar (not just lettuce and other salad components, but pre-made salads and fruit as well). All the different items are labeled and marked if they're Vegan or Co-op Creations. The buffet food is all $7.99/lb.
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- * Health-oriented candy - ''Isn't this an oxymoron? Candy is dandy, and you can't change that! :)'' -["ArielaHaro" AH]	+ * Health-oriented candy, such as carob "chocolates" and honey or cane juice-based sweets - ''Isn't this an oxymoron? Candy is dandy, and you can't change that! :)'' -["Users/ArielaHaro" AH]
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- Two major issues facing the Davis Food Co-op in early 2007 were the planning of a remodel of the G Street store and the possibility of opening a smaller satellite store in West Davis, in the former location of ["Food Fair"].	+ Two major issues facing the Davis Food Co-op in early 2007 were the planning of a remodel of the G Street store and the possibility of opening a smaller satellite store in ["West Davis"], in the former location of ["Food Fair"].
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- All parties agree that a remodel is necessary and desireable; the debate is centered around how extensive the remodel should be and how to finance it.	+ All parties agree that a remodel is necessary and desirable; the debate is centered around how extensive the remodel should be and how to finance it.
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- ''2007-02-11 11:00:56'' [[nbsp]] I absolutely, love this store, so much natural, yummy stuff! Try the bakery cookies, they're all natural and delicious! I sware, I am so addicted! --["NicoleWells"]	+ ''2007-02-11 11:00:56'' [[nbsp]] I absolutely, love this store, so much natural, yummy stuff! Try the bakery cookies, they're all natural and delicious! I sware, I am so addicted! --["Users/NicoleWells"]
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- --["WilyFerret"] - ------ - ''2007-02-20 19:47:56'' [[nbsp]] I am a coop member and I read that article too. I think he really got shafted and I am disappointed in the coop. --["NickSchmalenberger"] - ------ - ''2007-03-05 20:24:10'' [[nbsp]] As far as the article indicates, it seems the co-op goofed on the legalities (and basic communication of their decision), although they have no obligation to do business with anyone. That being said, this guy sounds like a total jerk - who can't seem to accept, as I do, that when you show up half an hour before closing, the meat counter and deli will be closed! Something tells me he thinks he ''owns'' the co-op. --["KarlMogel"]	+ --["Users/WilyFerret"] + ------ + ''2007-02-20 19:47:56'' [[nbsp]] I am a coop member and I read that article too. I think he really got shafted and I am disappointed in the coop. --["Users/NickSchmalenberger"] + ------ + ''2007-03-05 20:24:10'' [[nbsp]] As far as the article indicates, it seems the co-op goofed on the legalities (and basic communication of their decision), although they have no obligation to do business with anyone. That being said, this guy sounds like a total jerk - who can't seem to accept, as I do, that when you show up half an hour before closing, the meat counter and deli will be closed! Something tells me he thinks he ''owns'' the co-op. --["Users/KarlMogel"]
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- ''2007-03-21 13:29:38'' [[nbsp]] I went there this morning and I wish I had another reason for not shopping regularly at the Co-Op, but here it is: When i went there this morning I stood at the deli almost 5 minutes without anyone helping me, saying hello or even asking what I needed.This was not an issue of the Co-op being understaffed- the Deli/Coffee area was crawling with staff who had there energies focused elsewhere. After waiting awhile a woman who was kind of nice looked at someone else and said thay would help me so that I could pay for my items and she walked off. As of today I have stopped wondering if some employees are having a bad day because this has been my experience the last 3 times I have been there.It's ironic that in the Deli above one of the Sinks there is a Big sign that says: "Customer Service". To me it feels as if the Co-Op Deli is proclaiming they have none. However, This type of thing has not been my experince in other parts of the store. --["MyaBrn"]	+ ''2007-03-21 13:29:38'' [[nbsp]] I went there this morning and I wish I had another reason for not shopping regularly at the Co-Op, but here it is: When i went there this morning I stood at the deli almost 5 minutes without anyone helping me, saying hello or even asking what I needed.This was not an issue of the Co-op being understaffed- the Deli/Coffee area was crawling with staff who had there energies focused elsewhere. After waiting awhile a woman who was kind of nice looked at someone else and said thay would help me so that I could pay for my items and she walked off. As of today I have stopped wondering if some employees are having a bad day because this has been my experience the last 3 times I have been there.It's ironic that in the Deli above one of the Sinks there is a Big sign that says: "Customer Service". To me it feels as if the Co-Op Deli is proclaiming they have none. However, This type of thing has not been my experince in other parts of the store. --["Users/MyaBrn"]
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- ''2007-03-27 19:00:11'' [[nbsp]] I love the co-op, but WHAT is the deal with their sandwiches? They always are completely not what I ordered, which is strange considering they have the most straightforward ordering system (the little form that you fill out) possible. I'm truly baffled. Even the Nugget - where you generally have to shout your order to someone who is doing ten other things at the same time - can get a simple sandwich right. It really just doesn't make sense. --["RubyRoo"]	+ ''2007-03-27 19:00:11'' [[nbsp]] I love the co-op, but WHAT is the deal with their sandwiches? They always are completely not what I ordered, which is strange considering they have the most straightforward ordering system (the little form that you fill out) possible. I'm truly baffled. Even the Nugget - where you generally have to shout your order to someone who is doing ten other things at the same time - can get a simple sandwich right. It really just doesn't make sense. --["Users/RubyRoo"]
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- ''2007-03-27 19:13:30'' [[nbsp]] Also, if anyone is looking for other co-op's in San Francisco, I highly recommend Rainbow Grocery on 14th and Folsom. I used to shop there all the time when I lived in the city - it's like a larger, more comprehensive (and crowded) version of the DFC. --["RubyRoo"] - ------ - ''2007-03-29 18:41:17'' [[nbsp]] After getting kicked out of my share of places for not wearing shoes, I really appreciate the fact that Co-op has no such policy. --["EfremRensi"]	+ ''2007-03-27 19:13:30'' [[nbsp]] Also, if anyone is looking for other co-op's in San Francisco, I highly recommend Rainbow Grocery on 14th and Folsom. I used to shop there all the time when I lived in the city - it's like a larger, more comprehensive (and crowded) version of the DFC. --["Users/RubyRoo"] + ------ + ''2007-03-29 18:41:17'' [[nbsp]] After getting kicked out of my share of places for not wearing shoes, I really appreciate the fact that Co-op has no such policy. --["Users/EfremRensi"]
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- * It's unmoderated, but regular Davis Wiki folk do take care to edit out egregiously inappropriate material. I've even edited out my own moments of fallibility. I'd say in this case you shouldn't worry--you had your say, someone reacted, someone (me) defended, and that's pretty par for the course. But if you're unhappy with the state of things, just edit out what you feel is appropriate, within reason, and things will sort themselves out. ''You'' can be your own moderator :) --["ZacharyNorwood" ZN]	+ * It's unmoderated, but regular Davis Wiki folk do take care to edit out egregiously inappropriate material. I've even edited out my own moments of fallibility. I'd say in this case you shouldn't worry--you had your say, someone reacted, someone (me) defended, and that's pretty par for the course. But if you're unhappy with the state of things, just edit out what you feel is appropriate, within reason, and things will sort themselves out. ''You'' can be your own moderator :) --["Users/ZacharyNorwood" ZN]
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- ''2008-0-05 12:45:02'' [[nbsp]] "just edit out what you feel is appropriate..." Or inappropriate. Or appropriate a quotation from somebody else's post and put it in your own context, exaggerate its importance, or spin it out of the original poster's control. Accuracy is not the point, having fun, or wasting time is. Once in a while you might pick up a useful fact here or there on DavisWiki, but that occurence will almost invariably be a coincidence... ["SredniVashtar"]	+ ''2008-0-05 12:45:02'' [[nbsp]] "just edit out what you feel is appropriate..." Or inappropriate. Or appropriate a quotation from somebody else's post and put it in your own context, exaggerate its importance, or spin it out of the original poster's control. Accuracy is not the point, having fun, or wasting time is. Once in a while you might pick up a useful fact here or there on DavisWiki, but that occurence will almost invariably be a coincidence... ["Users/SredniVashtar"]
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- * In addition to the walmart and costco up the road in ["Woodland"] and the 5 full chain supermarkets in town. ["Users/Rocksandirt"] - - * In response to the fellow who complianed about the coop being "over priced". Why don't you check out Whole Foods (Whole Paycheck)? You will discover their prices are at least 40% to 50% higher than the Davis Coop, Sacramento Coop - and phenomenally more expensive than any local farmers market. The prices at the Davis Coop are in line with any other local natural food store. BTW - I've been eating organic since 1968. I feel confident about knowing the prevailing prices for natural/organic food. Insofar as to shopping at Wal Mart - their alleged "organic food" they sell cannot be trusted. That QAI Quality Assurance International label & USDA organic label is next to worthless. At least at the coop they sell local, indie, family farmer produce which is CCOF certified. 100% of Wal-Mart's alleged "organic" produce is shipped from China, Argentina, Chile, Mexico and creates a humoungous carbon footprint and global warming gases to air freight or container ship produce from Third World countries to the USA. If you want to pinch pennies, shop at Trader Joes - but their "organic food" is highly dubious - their fresh green edamame soybeans are irradiated, bleached for shelf life longevity and GMO but not labelled as such. Trader Joe's organic produce is 100% shipped from foreign countries - so the chain of control insofar as to the authenticity of it really being organic is highly dubious. I like the Davis Coop and think the prices are the norm for the natural foods industry. --["Grailmaiden"]	+ * In addition to the walmart and costco up the road in ["Woodland"] and the 5 full chain supermarkets in town. ["Users/Rocksanddirt"] + + * In response to the fellow who complianed about the coop being "over priced". Why don't you check out Whole Foods (Whole Paycheck)? You will discover their prices are at least 40% to 50% higher than the Davis Coop, Sacramento Coop - and phenomenally more expensive than any local farmers market. The prices at the Davis Coop are in line with any other local natural food store. BTW - I've been eating organic since 1968. I feel confident about knowing the prevailing prices for natural/organic food. Insofar as to shopping at Wal Mart - their alleged "organic food" they sell cannot be trusted. That QAI Quality Assurance International label & USDA organic label is next to worthless. At least at the coop they sell local, indie, family farmer produce which is CCOF certified. 100% of Wal-Mart's alleged "organic" produce is shipped from China, Argentina, Chile, Mexico and creates a humoungous carbon footprint and global warming gases to air freight or container ship produce from Third World countries to the USA. If you want to pinch pennies, shop at Trader Joes - but their "organic food" is highly dubious - their fresh green edamame soybeans are irradiated, bleached for shelf life longevity and GMO but not labelled as such. Trader Joe's organic produce is 100% shipped from foreign countries - so the chain of control insofar as to the authenticity of it really being organic is highly dubious. I like the Davis Coop and think the prices are the norm for the natural foods industry. --["Users/Grailmaiden"]

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JevanGray — 2008-08-04 15:11:17

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	+ + * Sounds like an [wiki:wikipedia:Air_curtain_(ventilation) Air Curtain].. they are very common for open entry ways since they can help block heat/cold, bugs, dust, etc. without needing a physical barrier.

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DougWalter — 2008-08-04 14:54:10

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	+ + * The forced air is to control the number of flies. It also (surprisingly) saves energy on cooling or heating the space by maintaining a barrier that keeps conditioned air in the building. --["Users/DougWalter"]

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- July 11 - Cal-Ital (California wines from Italian varietals) - July 25 - Fox Barrel Cider & Mt. Shasta Brewing - Special Tasting July 26 from Noon to 4 (see '''Sustainability Fair''' above)	+ August 8 - New Belgium Brewing + August 22 - Schmaltz Brewing

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- ==2008 Sustainability Fair== - - Now in its second year, the Co-op ["Sustainability Fair"] is a gathering of local businesses and organizations presenting ideas for greener living. New this year are live music and a beer tasting hosted by Anderson Valley Brewing, as well as more participants and a greater focus on food and agriculture. Saturday, July 26 from noon-4 in the Co-op parking lot. [http://www.davisfood.coop/sustainability the event site]	+

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- ''2008-08-3 03:55:01'' [[nbsp]] Now when I walk in the sliding automatic front door of the coop, I am greeted by a low roar with an unpleasant grating lurking in the mid-range of this noise. Just when I, by reflex, look up to see what's causing this noise, I get hit in the face with a blast of musty-smelling forced air. It kicks in every time someone walks through the door. What's up with the new huge fan over the front door? A hi-tech way to help the janitors save time sweeping?--["Users/srednivashtar"]	+ ''2008-08-3 03:55:01'' [[nbsp]] Now when I walk in the sliding automatic front door of the coop, I am greeted by a low roar with an unpleasant grating lurking in the mid-range of this noise. Just when I, by reflex, look up to see what's causing this noise, I get hit in the face with a blast of musty-smelling forced air. I've observed this happens to anyone walking in. What's up with the new industrial-strength fan over the front door? --["Users/srednivashtar"]

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	+ ------ + ''2008-07-29 01:35:51'' [[nbsp]] My main issue with the coop is the service at the deli. Mostly they ignore me stand around twiddle their thumbs serving all the employees first so they can get on their breaks quicker. I go on my lunch breaks to get something to eat so I don't have time for them to ignore me just because I am not wearing some hippy clothing or tatted up (who knows why they don't want to help anyone), not that this issue should even matter to them I am a paying customer so help the customers. I mean it isn't called customer service for no reason at all. --["Users/csmith"]

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	+ + [[Image(coopbuffet.jpg, 400, right, "The hot foods section of the buffet", thumbnail)]] + The 2008 Renovations include a large new buffet. Currently, there's a Indian food buffet, a general hot food buffet, and a salad bar. There's quite a bit of variety in the general hot food buffet (chicken, turkey meatballs, macaroni and cheese, baked potatoes, vegetables, etc.) and in the salad bar (not just lettuce and other salad components, but premade salads and fruit as well). All the different items are labeled and marked if they're Vegan or Co-op Creations. The buffet food is all $7.99/lb.

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	+ + * In response to the fellow who complianed about the coop being "over priced". Why don't you check out Whole Foods (Whole Paycheck)? You will discover their prices are at least 40% to 50% higher than the Davis Coop, Sacramento Coop - and phenomenally more expensive than any local farmers market. The prices at the Davis Coop are in line with any other local natural food store. BTW - I've been eating organic since 1968. I feel confident about knowing the prevailing prices for natural/organic food. Insofar as to shopping at Wal Mart - their alleged "organic food" they sell cannot be trusted. That QAI Quality Assurance International label & USDA organic label is next to worthless. At least at the coop they sell local, indie, family farmer produce which is CCOF certified. 100% of Wal-Mart's alleged "organic" produce is shipped from China, Argentina, Chile, Mexico and creates a humoungous carbon footprint and global warming gases to air freight or container ship produce from Third World countries to the USA. If you want to pinch pennies, shop at Trader Joes - but their "organic food" is highly dubious - their fresh green edamame soybeans are irradiated, bleached for shelf life longevity and GMO but not labelled as such. Trader Joe's organic produce is 100% shipped from foreign countries - so the chain of control insofar as to the authenticity of it really being organic is highly dubious. I like the Davis Coop and think the prices are the norm for the natural foods industry. --["Grailmaiden"] +
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	+ ------ + ''2008-07-15 11:52:08'' [[nbsp]] Wide variety of unusual foods. Nice place to visit, at least once, to at least know what is there. However, I will continue to shop at more mainstream markets like Nugget! --["Users/slt"]

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	+ * Actually, unless I'm very much mistaken, the ["Nugget"] also makes their own sausages. I can't comment on the quality of the Coop's sausages, but Nugget always has good ones with all manner of flavors. - ["Users/JoePomidor"]

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	+ ------- + ''2008-07-11 12:23:59'' [[nbsp]]--The Co-op butcher department makes its own sausage? There in the store? That's pretty amazing, a throwback to the days when fresh meant something. Kudos to the meatpackers. But it seemed more family-friendly when the cooler next door included cold juice and healthy drinks. --["Users/SredniVashtar"] + -------

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	+ ------ + ''2008-07-10 12:28:01'' [[nbsp]] I've pointed out ways that the Co-op fails in these comments, so it is only fair that I point out ways that it succeeds. It continues to have the best selection and prices for milk and yogurt in town. The beer and wine selection is above average as well. The folks who work at the meat counter are friendly, efficient, and knowledgable - and they make darn good sausage. --["Users/aharjala"]

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DougWalter — 2008-07-07 21:45:15

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	+ * I will plead guilty to feeling ''slightly'' better/"holier" than someone who uses a fake name (JimBob) on the Wiki. S/he may turn out to be a real contributor to this wiki, but I got the impression of someone on a spree of negative comments. In this case, negative and inaccurate: there certainly is competition out there! ["Users/DougWalter"]
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	+ * The prices of staple foods are rising world-wide, as a look at the news will show. (Here's [http://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/stories/2008/07/07/daily1.html one link] about an important & complex subject.) I believe that's the cause for what you note. The markup on foods at the Co-op has not changed. + * It was well-disclosed ahead of the renovation that the patronage refund system wasn't going to change, and there should be positive cash-flow during the project '''but''' there would be no profits for a period due to depreciation on lots of new equipment. So the payments to members '''have''' "disappeared" for last fiscal year and this current one; the former was [http://www.davisfood.coop/patronref.html prudence by the Board] and the latter will be because there's no real chance of profits to refund. If sales continue to be strong (and prices don't go out of whack relative to the competition) then patronage refunds could resume in a time that'll be short, relative to the length of the loan. + * As to the negotiating "the best possible financing," there's a whole ["Davis Food Co-op/Election 2008" Wiki page] in which some users attack the Co-op because the Board opted for financing that was thousands of dollars ''cheaper'' over the life of the loan '''but''' was from a ''foreign-owned'' bank. I guess you can define "best possible financing" in several ways. (I don't think it's unreasonable that there are different ideas about what's best, with 8,500 shareholders.) ["Users/DougWalter"]

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	+ --------------------- + [''2008-07-08 21:27:01'' [[nbsp]]--Since the extensive remodel began, the prices have risen through the roof for many staples. Also the patronage payments to members have disappeared. Did the Co-op negotiate the best possible financing for the remodel? ["Users/WilyFerret"] + ------------

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aharjala — 2008-07-07 15:19:31

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	+ ------ + ''2008-07-07 16:19:31'' [[nbsp]] "Of COURSE someone called JimBob is inaccurate & negative! DougWalter" + "How inaccurate: in most parts of North America, Dixon would be called nearby (if not "freeway-close") and the "Supercenter" has been open there for years. —DougWalter" + + It is this elitist attitude, along with the Co-op's always high prices all of the time (and always decreasing selection of food at the expense of high-end knick knacks) that is turning many people away from the Co-op. If there were another grocery store within walking distance of downtown, I would rarely have a reason to have to deal with going to the Co-op. If the powers-that-be at the Co-op would set aside their holier-than-thou self-righteousness for a second and listen to people like JimBob, they might realize that the Co-op only continues to survive becasue it is the only grocery store not on the edge of town. The Co-op would have a hard time surviving if it actually had competition for the center-city market. Between the high prices, the increasingly scant selection of food in comparison to knick knacks, and the elitist attitude- the Co-op would not last very long if folks had another place to buy their groceries near downtown. + --["Users/aharjala"]

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	+ + * In addition to the walmart and costco up the road in ["Woodland"] and the 5 full chain supermarkets in town. ["Users/Rocksandirt"]

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DougWalter — 2008-07-06 21:40:58

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- Adult classes are demonstration-style with samples and recipes, and are limited to 14 adults. Kids Can Cook! classes are hands-on, aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and are limited to 12 students. Classes have a fee of $15 (members) or $20 (non-members) which must be paid at the time you register for the class;''' In Good Taste''' tastings are $5 per person. We offer a multiple class discount for advance registration for 3 or more classes. Find full descriptions at [http://davisfood.coop/hot.htm the DFC website], and sign up in the store.	+ Adult classes are demonstration-style with samples and recipes, and are limited to 14 adults. Kids Can Cook! classes are hands-on, aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and are limited to 12 students. Classes have a fee but are in recess for the summer; fall details and schedule will appear on the [http://www.davisfood.coop/hot.htm Co-op website].