But it will also remain in this location as a courtesy to those who choose not to join our new YAHOO group. However, any updates to this list will only be updated in the new YAHOO site.
As of November 13, 2009 you can only become a member of the Southeast Valley Arizona Weston A. Price Chapter by going to YAHOO, clicking on GROUPS from the menu on the left of your screen, and then typing in WAPFSEValleyAZ into the box that will appear and then hitting your enter key. After this you will be prompted on how to proceed to request to join the group. After you have completed this, the moderator of the group will receive notification that you have applied for membership and based on your answers, you will be approved for membership.
CONTINUE READING BELOW FOR OUR CURRENT RESOURCE LIST AS OF
Dec. 15, 2009
These are some of the places you can get good food in the area. There are other sources - for these, you'll need to join and participate in our forums.
This is to make people aware of local resources. Sources may be local stores or independent farmers. Others are chains that have stores here but with products that come from farther away. We receive no money from any of these vendors. We recommend the ones with a good reputation. Please ask about specific animal feed, living conditions, pesticides and post-picking fumigants, water fed to crops or animals, etc.
For more sources, join and ask on our forums.
WAPF SHOPPING GUIDE
Contact April Jolly (480) 577-3307 to get them for $1 (same as WAPF charges)
DAIRY
- Raw cow milk (not licensed for butter or cream) - Save Your Dairy in Queen Creek located at the cross streets of Higley and Riggs road. Save Your Dairy cows are outside, but since there isn't enough land at this time to permit grass grazing, dried grasses like alfalfa are brought to the cows. The owner, Jackie Calamos, is in the process of locating a new piece of land that would be suitable for grazing. Contact Jackie Calamos to find outlets where the raw milk is distributed, 480-575-8499 or 630-986-8412.
- Raw cow cheese from Meadowayne Dairy, Colorado City, AZ. They make a cottage cheese, starting with raw milk, but it has to be heated to a pretty high temperature (so it's really cooked). I wasn't able to find out what the temperature is when I called. Store: 385 N Juniper Ave, Colorado City, AZ 86021; 800-748-4189; 928-875-2568
- Raw goat milk from Fiore di Capra, Pomerene, AZ. As far as is now known, the goat milk is only sold in Tucson right now. Contact them at the following number to see if this changes. P.O. Box 271, Pomerene, AZ 85627; 520-586-2081
- Raw cow butter, cream, cheese, and colostrum can be ordered from Organic Pastures, near Fresno, CA. Some of these products are for pet use only. Recommended to ship frozen; they do use freezer packs. 877-RAW-MILK; 877-729-6455
- Yogurt, cream, creme fraiche, and butter from Trader Joe's (store brand, pasteurized), Straus cream and butter (mostly grass-fed, pasteurized) at Whole Foods, Kerrygold Irish butter (pasteurized, grass-fed) at Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, Nancy's Sour Cream (unpasteurized, cows aren't totally pastured, has full-fat cream but contains nonfat dry milk powder)
- Raw cheese can be found at Trader Joe's and Whole Foods (various sources, not all grass-fed).
- Raw cow cheese and pasteurized goat cheese from Arizona Cheese Company, "Purveyors of gourmet farmstead cheese, Chandler, AZ" - not necessarily local cheese, don't know about grass-fed; Willamette Valley (Oregon) raw cheese, at Ahwatukee Farmers' Market and others; contact info: Thomas Hornyan, 480-290-3513
Superstition Farm is a family owned, 1000+ cow dairy farm. It hosts farm tours of the 30 acre farm. Guest enjoy an educational lesson about cows and the farm, a hayride, animal expo, haymaze and choose from 12 different flavors of milk.
Superstition Farm also makes its own cheese and butter. The farmstead cheese comes in several different flavors. The creamy artisian butter is a hit with everyone. The gourmet ice cream is made at our sister store, Udder Delights.
Superstition Farm has recently started a Dairy Food Club. Our members pick up their local cheese, butter, milk, ice cream and a mystery item every other week. The mystery item is always something different from a local farmer, chef, restaurant or foodie.
(This listing was last updated on Dec 9, 2009)
Location
3440 S. Hawes Road
Mesa, AZ 85212
Contact Information
Glenda Stechnij
www.SuperstitionFarm.com
602-432-6865
EGGS
Contact
Mr.
DAVID BEVACQUA for fresh eggs. There may even be occasions when he could have some duck and/or goose eggs to sell.
- Some of the best chicken and goose eggs come from specific vendors at the farmers' markets. The yolks are strong and taste good. Grocery store eggs can't compare, probably due to the age of the egg by the time it gets to us from California or elsewhere, and the feed. It may not be possible to avoid feed with soy, but judge by the health of the chickens and the integrity of the eggs.
- Sometimes people in your neighborhood may have chickens. Check with people on our forum to find an informal network of egg suppliers.
- Check out Campbell Mercantile in Peoria, AZ for eggs
MEAT
- Chicken, beef, lamb, turkey, and pork from A Bar H farm. They make deliveries to our metro area. Contact Anya Owens: Anya@abarhfarm.com; PO Box 66, San Simon, Arizona 85632; 520-904-4389
- Alaskan salmon and other seafoods, New Mexican beef, and local lamb from the Fishhugger, whose family splits year between Phoenix and Albuquerque; Kenny Ashbacher can be found at farmers' markets. info@fishhugger.com; 602-286-9233
- Pork and beef from Jupille Ranch, by mail order. henry@jupille.com; 3868 County Road 22A, Montrose, CO 81401; 970 252-0630
PRODUCE
- Regular groceries have organic sections, as do specialty grocery stores
- Farmers' markets
- CSA and produce delivery is available in the area
- This seasonal fruits and vegetables website www.pickyourown.org lets you find places to pick your own food at local farms
- "Chef to Chef offers $25 naturally grown produce bags. We simply pick the produce and you pick the bag up in your neighborhood." One of their drop points is Bunna Coffee Tea and Market in Tempe; ask for more. Phone: 623-825-7018 Website: Chef-to-Chef.com
- MAYASFARM.NET Physical Location:
6106 South 32nd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85042
Contact Information:
Maya Dailey
phone: 480 236 7097
This is a seasonal CSA set up in 12 week sessions for the cost of approximately $315 each session. The cost is subject to change on occasion, and those updates will be posted as they are made available.
Maya's Farm is a small sustainable, hand cut farming operation which provides high quality consciously grown specialty vegetables, herbs and flowers for markets, schools and restaurants in Metro Phoenix.
Here is how Maya describes her farm and her passion for the availability of fresh produce:
We are situated on 1.5 acres in an ancient riverbed, where natural sand deposits allow us to enliven the soil easily, creating a perfect medium for growing beautiful root vegetables, tasty greens and gorgeous flowers.
Here at the farm, I am able to feed my genetic roots, create community and educate consumers about the importance of real food and small organic/biodynamic farms.
My interest in farming started years ago. It is in my ancestral heritage. I can remember as far back as 3rd grade being with plant life. Currently, my desire to see real food back on our table and in our schools has led me here.
Farming for me is not only economics but also about being a part of something larger than oneself and trusting and honoring in this sacredness. It is my relationship with the earth that keeps me farming.
THE FARM AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN
www.thefarm southmountain.com gets much of its produce FROM Mayas Farm (see above listing for local CSAs) when serving delicious meals to the public at its THREE on-site restaurants. The Farm at South Mountain in Phoenix offers a nearby escape from the city with canopies of pecan trees and acres of grass lawns. Rich in history, the Farm invites you to explore organic gardens, three restaurants, art galleries, various shops and retreats.
The names of these 3 restaurants at The Farm at South Mountain are listed below with their phone numbers:
Morning Glory Café
Breakfast & Brunch Patio
(602) 276-8804
The Farm Kitchen
Picnic & Patio Lunch
(602) 276-7288
Quiessence Restaurant
Dinner & Wine Bar
(602) 276-0601
CONTACT INFO FOR THE FARM AT SOUTH MOUNTAIN:
The Farm at South Mountain
6106 S. 32nd Street Phoenix, AZ 85042
(just south of southern on the west side of 32nd Street)
info@thefarmatsouthmountain.com
(602) 276-6360
SWEETENERS
ALMONDS
You may have heard about the almond pasteurization uproar. Almonds labeled "raw" that come from this country, generally California, will have been heat pasteurized or fumigated with propylene glycol (a nasty substance), which is also called "pasteurization." This is not a local product to my knowledge - generally almonds come from California.
- Trader Joe's said (in September 2007 at least) that if you buy the Valencia almonds, which come from Spain, they are truly raw. They do indeed sprout.
- Organic Pastures will ship raw almonds
- Healthy Habit has had raw almonds
STORES AND VENDORS
- Trader Joe's
- Whole Foods/Wild Oats
- Sprouts
- Healthy Habit (Phoenix)
- Fishhugger for wild salmon and certain other seafoods (salmon roe, wild shrimp with roe, wild scallops, crab, halibut), Bariani olive oil, New Mexican raw unfiltered honey, bee pollen, and propolis, New Mexican grass-fed beef, local lamb, marrow bones, offal, seasoning blends, and Organic Pastures dairy
- A Bar H Farm pastured meat
- Granola's has a lot of supplements but also has organic smoothies & vegetable juices, gluten-free products, small refrigerator and freezer sections, gourmet foods, pastas, food oils, seasonings, chocolates, herbal teas, body care products such as soap, laundry soap nuts, house cleaners, etc.
- Healthy Habit (Phoenix) sells raw goat milk, raw cow milk, supplements, gluten-free products, and a number of packaged foods.
- In the Raw (Gilbert and Scottsdale) has smoothies, fruit juices, and Nature's Variety raw pet food in freezer case. Beware if you're allergic to corn - the sorbet they add to smoothies has some corn component.
- TAKE YOUR VITAMINS! HEALTH FOOD STORE 323 S. Gilbert Rd. Suite 101, Gilbert, AZ 85296 or go to her website at www.takeyourvitamins.net
- The Farm at South Mountain (Phoenix) has a little store on Saturdays and Sundays...if you're out there for breakfast or lunch, you'll find a number of products, from the farm (eggs, fruits, vegetables, herbs) & from elsewhere
RESTAURANTS
- Matt's Big Breakfast in downtown Phoenix is very tasty and offers some organic and some local foods in their tiny diner. They cook in butter and olive oil. Overall, their fare is hearty and real.
- Quiessence at the Farm at South Mountain in Phoenix is lavish but so worth it. Excellent chefs, local ingredients, and a constantly changing menu. House-made salumi!
FINDING FOOD LINKS
FARMERS' MARKETS LINKS
- Farmers' markets search is a USDA search for for Farmers' Markets in the US
- Arizona Community Farmers' Markets says it's "An Association of Valley Markets supporting direct, sustainable commerce between local area farmers and producers and their surrounding community." Includes Phoenix, Ahwatukee, Carefree, Mesa, and Scottsdale markets.
- The downtown Phoenix market is the official website of the downtown Phoenix market
OTHER LINKS
- Maricopa County Environmental Services for finding food establishment inspection reports
- Nina Planck, "food writer & expert on farmers' markets & local food"
- Zukay Live Foods, "We make raw and lacto-fermented salsas and relishes here outside of Lancaster, PA, and our mission with the company is to bring the health benefits of lacto-fermented foods back into the American diet through foods that Americans already consume."
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