October 2012

Mon
01
Whole Body Swap on Wednesdays
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM @ Whole Body Department
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Whole Body Swap on Wednesdays
Monday, October 1st
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Whole Body Department, Free

 

 
Looking for safer, cleaner, more effective and environmentally responsible body care choices? If you bring in one unused, unopened, traditional brand body care item to our Whole Body department, we’ll SWAP you for a comparable new item from Whole Foods Market private label for FREE!

 

Mon
01
Bag Swap
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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Bag Swap
Monday, October 1st
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, Free

For the entire month of October, give us a reusable competitor’s bag and, in return, we’ll give you a Whole Foods Market reusable tote bag for free!

Mon
01
One Dime at a Time - Fish Smart, MN Zoo
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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One Dime at a Time - Fish Smart, MN Zoo
Monday, October 1st
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, Free

Our One Dime at a Time program provides an incentive to our customers to reuse their grocery bags while developing stronger communities. At the register, customers have the option to receive a 10¢ per reusable bag refund or they can choose to donate it to that month’s selected charity organization. From October to December, all donations will benefit the Fish Smart Program at the MN Zoo. For more information, please visit their website at http://www.mnzoo.org/conservation/conservation_SeaFood.asp.

Mon
01
Health Starts Here 28-Day Challenge
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe
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Health Starts Here 28-Day Challenge
Monday, October 1st
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe, Free

Whether you're just getting started on a healthy eating path or have been on the road to wellness for years, join us for this exciting life-changing challenge.  Orientation begins September 17th and this is a pre-registered event.  For more details and to register, visit the customer service desk.  Registration ends September 14th.

Sun
07
Parmigiano Reggiano Cracking Event
2:45 PM @ Specialty Department
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Parmigiano Reggiano Cracking Event
Sunday, October 7th
2:45 PM
Specialty Department, Free

As the king of cheeses, Parmigiano Reggiano is an incomparable, time-tested, complex cheese. It’s magnificent served on its own or paired with flavor complements.  We’ll be cracking a wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano and handing out fresh samples right from the wheel.  You’ve never tasted something so fresh!

Mon
08
Enter to Win a $250 Pantry Makeover!
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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Enter to Win a $250 Pantry Makeover!
Monday, October 8th
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, Free

Every time you purchase a specified item during a 4-week period, you will be given an Official Entry Form from the cashier at check-out for your chance to win a $250 gift card. The items specified are: 365 Dairy Items the first week, 365 Grocery Items the second week, Bulk Items the third week and 365 Frozen Items the fourth week.

Mon
08
Health Starts Here 28-Day Challenge
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe
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Health Starts Here 28-Day Challenge
Monday, October 8th
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe, Free

Whether you're just getting started on a healthy eating path or have been on the road to wellness for years, join us for this exciting life-changing challenge.  Orientation begins September 17th and this is a pre-registered event.  For more details and to register, visit the customer service desk.  Registration ends September 14th.

Thu
11
Healthy Happy Hour
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe
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Healthy Happy Hour
Thursday, October 11th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe, Free

On the second Thursday of each month, join us for a free evening of all things health with our Healthy Happy Hour in the Café!  The night will be dedicated to healthy drinks, healthy snacks and great company.  Stop in and meet some of your neighbors, stay a while and hang out, try some delicious drinks and appealing appetizers!

Sat
13
Caramel Apple Dipping
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Bakery Department
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Caramel Apple Dipping
Saturday, October 13th
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Bakery Department, $2.99/apple

Buy gourmet caramel apples at $2.99 and decorate with various toppings to make them uniquely yours ($4.99 value), including chocolate, marshmallows, chocolate shavings, graham crackers, sea salt, almond slices and more!

Mon
15
Health Starts Here 28-Day Challenge
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe
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Health Starts Here 28-Day Challenge
Monday, October 15th
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe, Free

Whether you're just getting started on a healthy eating path or have been on the road to wellness for years, join us for this exciting life-changing challenge.  Orientation begins September 17th and this is a pre-registered event.  For more details and to register, visit the customer service desk.  Registration ends September 14th.

Sat
20
Local Fest
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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Local Fest
Saturday, October 20th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, Free

Join us for some local flavor at the Whole Foods Market Edina Local Fest! As you travel through the store, stop by and meet some of our favorite Minnesota producers. This is a terrific opportunity to taste local foods and meet the people who produce it.

Sat
27
Cookie Decorating & Pumpkin Painting
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina Bakery and Cafe
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Cookie Decorating & Pumpkin Painting
Saturday, October 27th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina Bakery and Cafe, Free

Mmm, mmm, mmm. We’ll have cookie decorating in our Bakery department, so bring your little ones by to decorate a cookie however they want!

 

Also, Whole Kid’s Club members can pick a free mini-pumpkin from our mini-pumpkin patch to decorate in the café. Not a Whole Kid’s Club member? Not a problem! Visit the customer service counter during regular business hours to sign up.

Mon
29
Health Starts Here Monthly Meetup - HSH-Friendly Slow Cooker Dishes
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe
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Health Starts Here Monthly Meetup - HSH-Friendly Slow Cooker Dishes
Monday, October 29th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina Cafe, $10 per class or $25 for 3 classes

Learn more about and taste the four pillars of healthy eating that make up our Health Starts Here program.  Every class will feature Plant Strong, Nutrient Dense, Whole Food ingredients that contain Healthy Fats.  A different topic will be selected each month for you to learn about and enjoy! 

 

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP.  Space is limited, so pre-registration for each class is required to secure your spot.  $10/class or $25/3 classes is also required at the time of your RSVP.  The payment is non-refundable, but can be applied to store credit if cancellation occurs at least 48 hours in advance.

Wed
31
Trick or Treat
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina and Cafe
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Trick or Treat
Wednesday, October 31st
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina and Cafe, Free

Bring your little ghost or goblin to our Halloween Trick-or-Treating event! We’ll have trick-or-treating in each department. In addition, Whole Kid’s Club members can pick a free mini-pumpkin from our mini-pumpkin patch to decorate in the café. Not a Whole Kid’s Club member? Not a problem! Visit the customer service counter during regular business hours to sign up. We love Halloween and cannot wait to see the costumes!

Events At Nearby Stores

Artisan Tacos and Salsas
Sunday, May 19th
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Cooking Classroom, $30 per person

This class will be taught by Chef Jeremy. Salsa has long surpassed ketchup as the most popular condiment. Tacos are a huge reason for this and are no longer just limited to Mexico-they are popular worldwide. We will start by making a few types of salsa and prepare tacos from Oaxaca to Korea and everywhere in between. Pre-registration required. Gluten free available upon request. On the menu:

  • Korean Tacos with Spicy Kim Chee
  • Authentic Carnitas with Salsa Verde
  • Barbacoa Tacos with Cilantro and Onion
  • Yellowfin Tuna Tacos with Napa Cabbage and Bean Puree

Pre-registration for classes and select events required. See class description for specific instructions. Registration required no later than 48 hours prior to the class date. Call 612-927-8141, visit our customer service desk, or register online to pre-register. Classes and events are subject to change or cancellation. If you cannot attend your class, you must call Whole Foods Market Lake Calhoun and cancel at least 48 hours in advance. You will receive classroom credit for the amount of the class to be used no later than three months from the date of the class that you registered for. Please call the above number or contact  Culinary Director Ani Loizzo at Ani.Loizzo@wholefoods.com if you have any questions. Thank you!

This class will be taught by Chef Jeremy. Salsa has long surpassed ketchup as the most popular condiment.

The Pursuit of Egg-cellence
Monday, May 20th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cooking Classroom, $25 per person

This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Eggs are one of the most complex, important and ubiquitous ingredients in modern cookery. When the white and yolk are kept together, you can produce luscious scrambled eggs, piquant hard and soft boiled eggs and perfect poachers. When separated, the yolk produces rich sauces and creamy custards, while the white strengthens everything from macarons to meringue. All this power, yet it is one of the cheapest forms of protein available. The trick with taking advantage of this versatile, indispensable food is controlling temperature, selecting the right equipment and timing- and Chef Ani is ready to reveal to you all of her egg-based tricks. In this class, you’ll unscramble the science behind choosing the best eggs, storing them properly, separating cleanly and how to master the basic egg cooking methods: scrambling, poaching, custard making and working with egg whites in desserts. Class has hands on opportunities as desired. On the menu:

  • Brioche Crostini with Soft Scrambled Eggs
  • Asparagus with Hollandaise
  • Seasonal Salad with Poached Egg
  • Savory Cheese Soufflés
  • Lemon Curd with Almond Tuilles (Crisp Egg White Cookies)

Pre-registration for classes and select events required. See class description for specific instructions. Registration required no later than 48 hours prior to the class date. Call 612-927-8141, visit our customer service desk, or register online to pre-register. Classes and events are subject to change or cancellation. If you cannot attend your class, you must call Whole Foods Market Lake Calhoun and cancel at least 48 hours in advance. You will receive classroom credit for the amount of the class to be used no later than three months from the date of the class that you registered for. Please call the above number or contact  Culinary Director Ani Loizzo at Ani.Loizzo@wholefoods.com if you have any questions. Thank you!

This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Eggs are one of the most complex, important and ubiquitous ingredients in modern cookery.

Taste Bud Travels: Vivacious Vietnam
Tuesday, May 21st
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cooking Classroom, $25

This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Bright with herbs, redolent with chilies, deep with umami and exciting to enjoy, Vietnamese cuisine is a big part of the Minnesotan culinary landscape. Whether you grew up with spring rolls and bubble tea or are still waiting to discover the pleasures of a great bahn mi, a homemade Vietnamese repast can help highlight the best of summer or chase away the worst of winter. Using ingredients available right here at Whole Foods Market, we’ll cook our way through a big meal of Vietnamese classics, discuss the governing principles of Vietnamese culinary life and explore the items that you can stock in your pantry to give everything from rice to dessert a wonderful Vietnamese flavor. Learn the ins and outs of working with tapioca, sticky rice, rice paper and rice noodles, building a quick, flavorful broth and how to make delicious quick pickles. Class is dairy free and has gluten-free options- please specify upon registration. This class has hands on opportunities as desired. On the menu:

  • Mango Bubble Tea
  • Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls with Sweet and Spicy Dipping Sauce
  • Quick Beef Pho
  • Grilled Pork Bahn Mi
  • Steamed Sticky Rice Pudding with Coconut

Pre-registration for classes and select events required. See class description for specific instructions. Registration required no later than 48 hours prior to the class date. Call 612-927-8141, visit our customer service desk, or register online to pre-register. Classes and events are subject to change or cancellation. If you cannot attend your class, you must call Whole Foods Market Lake Calhoun and cancel at least 48 hours in advance. You will receive classroom credit for the amount of the class to be used no later than three months from the date of the class that you registered for. Please call the above number or contact  Culinary Director Ani Loizzo at Ani.Loizzo@wholefoods.com if you have any questions. Thank you!

 

This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Bright with herbs, redolent with chilies, deep with umami and exciting to enjoy, Vietnamese cuisine is a big part of the Minnesotan culinar