March 2013

Fri
01
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 1st
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Sun
03
WPF Cake Walk Fun
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Cake Walk Fun
Sunday, March 3rd
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Customers who donate $5 or more can participate in a cake walk for some delicious fresh-baked goods from our Bakery Department!  Caution: our baked goods are so delicious that they cause addiction!

Mon
04
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 4th
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Fri
08
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 8th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Fri
08
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 8th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Sat
09
Parmigiano Reggiano Wheel Cracking!
2:00 PM @ Specialty Department
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Parmigiano Reggiano Wheel Cracking!
Saturday, March 9th
2:00 PM
Specialty Department, Free

Who doesn't love free cheese samples? Join us in our store as we simultaneously crack and sample over 400 wheels of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano across all of our stores in the US, Canada and the UK.

 

Breaking into a wheel of our 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano is like cracking open a bit of happiness. And our cheesemongers take cracking these wheels very seriously! There is a centuries-old art to opening the cheese wheels by using official tools (five different types of knives) so the internal crystalline structure and crumbly texture is left intact. Come check out this delicious phenomenon!

Sun
10
WPF Ice Cream Social & Cookie Decorating
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Ice Cream Social & Cookie Decorating
Sunday, March 10th
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

A $3 donation will secure your spot for an ice cream social and sugar cookie decorating. This event is aimed towards children, but all ages are welcome!  The more the merrier!

Mon
11
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 11th
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Mon
11
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 11th
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Fri
15
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 15th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Fri
15
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 15th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Sat
16
WPF Meat Sweep-steaks!
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Meat Sweep-steaks!
Saturday, March 16th
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Bring on the meat! With a $5 or more donation, you will be entered to win some 5-Step Rated Meat from our Meat Department!

Mon
18
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 18th
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Mon
18
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 18th
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Fri
22
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 22nd
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Fri
22
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 22nd
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Sun
24
WPF Easter Egg Hunt
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, March 24th
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $2 Donation

A $2 donation will secure your spot at the Easter Egg Hunt, where we’ll be giving away various Whole Trade product prizes! This event is aimed towards children, but all ages are welcome!

Mon
25
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 25th
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Mon
25
WPF Goodie Bag Monday
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Goodie Bag Monday
Monday, March 25th
12:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

Oh goodie! We’ll be handing out goodie bags every Monday during the Whole Planet Foundation Campaign to the first 25 customers to donate $5 or more!

Mon
25
WPF Easter Week Sweepstakes
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Easter Week Sweepstakes
Monday, March 25th
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

For the week prior to Easter, we’re holding a sweepstakes for customers who donate $5 or more. These prizes include a free massage from Massage Envy and a free one week pass from CorePower Yoga. Treat others, and then have a chance to treat yourself!

Mon
25
Health Starts Here Monthly Class - Inspired Smoothies
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @ Cafe
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Health Starts Here Monthly Class - Inspired Smoothies
Monday, March 25th
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cafe, $10

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 presented by Lisa Coyne, our Whole Body Team Leader and healthier cooking guru! 

Call customer service at 952-830-3500 or stop by the customer service desk in store to RSVP.  Space is limited, so pre-registration at least 24 hours in advance 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.

Fri
29
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 29th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Fri
29
WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Power Hour Hoopla!
Friday, March 29th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $3 Donation

Power it up! We’ll be holding a “Power Hour” every Friday, which means that any customer that donates $3 or more during the hour will receive a FREE 365 Chocolate Bar!

Sat
30
WPF Whole Trade Gift Basket Drawing
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM @ Whole Foods Market Edina
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WPF Whole Trade Gift Basket Drawing
Saturday, March 30th
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Whole Foods Market Edina, $5 Donation

We’re holding a gift basket drawing for customers who donate $5 or more over the last weekend of the Whole Planet Foundation Annual Prosperity Campaign. The gift basket will be packed full with wonderful Whole Trade products.  Treat others, and then have a chance to treat yourself!

Events At Nearby Stores

Fish Tales: Copper River Salmon
Saturday, May 25th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cooking Classroom, $30 per person

This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Just like fresh fruit and vegetables, seafood has seasons. In spring, Alaskan Copper River Salmon is sought after with the same fervor of wild mushrooms, ramps or the first little wild strawberries. With a very short season starting in mid-May and ending in mid-June, this fish must be enjoyed during its brief appearance at your fish counter. Like many species of salmon, Copper River salmon is high in Omega-3 fatty acids, protein and delicious flavor. In this class, we’ll learn all about Copper River- where it comes from, why it is so delicious and how to enjoy it using a variety of cooking methods. In this class, you’ll also learn how to preserve fish with salt curing, how to make rilletes, or salmon spread  and how to prepare Chef Ani’s favorite summer sauce. Class has gluten-free options upon request and hands on opportunities desired. On the menu:

  • Homemade Gravalax (Salt Cured Salmon with Dill)
  • Salmon Rilletes
  • Pan Seared Salmon with Pistachio Cream
  • Slow Roasted Salmon with Italian Salsa Verde
  • Grilled Swiss Chard Wrapped Salmon with Shallot Butter

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. Just like fresh fruit and vegetables, seafood has seasons.

"Snacky Hour"
Tuesday, May 28th
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Whole Foods Market, Lake Calhoun, FREE

A Health Starts Here Happy Hour. Inspiring simple choices for the health conscious cook. The fourth Tuesday of each month.

Health Starts Here with our delightfully delicious “Snacky Hours,” the fourth Tuesday of each month.  We’ll sample a new snack and beverage each month and provide visitors with additional healthy eating resources. Additional details: Free event. Located near the salad bar.

Click here to learn more about Health Starts Here!

A Health Starts Here Happy Hour. Inspiring simple choices for the health conscious cook.

Taste Bud Travels: Tantalizing Thailand
Tuesday, May 28th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cooking Classroom, $25 per person

This class will be taught by Chef Ani. Thai cuisine is like nothing else on Earth. Complex, aromatic, well balanced and endlessly flavorful, Thai dishes are many culinary adventurer’s favorite destination. The flavors in Thai cuisine may be complex, but the ingredients needed to recreate those flavors and aromas, sights and sounds at home are simple and easily obtained here at Whole Foods Market. Join us to investigate the Thai pantry, learn how to balance sweet, salty, spicy, bitter and sour flavors to create flavorful soups, salads, main dishes and desserts, and how to create the common Thai condiment of fish sauce, garlic and lime known as phrik nam pla. Additional lessons will include how to infuse broths with aromatics, how to stirfry and how to work with sticky rice. Class has hands on opportunities as desired and is suitable for gluten free customers. Come hungry! On the menu:

  • Green Mango Salad
  • Tom Yum Soup
  • Pork Laab (Savory Salad with Toasted Rice)
  • Shrimp Pad Thai
  • Coconut Sticky Rice with Mango

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. Thai cuisine is like nothing else on Earth.