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The Experience, Alameda: Alameda Natural Grocery @ The Marketplace

The Experience:

It’s all about real food!

If you’re in the market for fresh, farm-direct, seasonal, local and organic produce, hard-to-find special diet foods, green home goods, locally produced artisan foods, clean & chemical-free cosmetics and real supplements, then this market is for you. Alameda Natural Grocery is homegrown, locally owned, independently operated and is a certified green whole health market.

You can shop knowing you will NOT find any of the following in their products throughout the store:

  • No chemically processed foods
  • No synthetic ingredients, fillers, sweeteners or additives
  • No hydrogenated oil (no trans fats)
  • No non-organic refined white sugar
  • No products containing monosodium
  • No chemical food coloring
  • No chemical preservatives

It’s so easy to shop for your vegetables and fruit and they’ve got just enough of almost everything you need in their comfortable shop. They go beyond just groceries. They choose commodities with a conscience so you can too. How great is that?

After shopping you have the whole rest of the Alameda Marketplace to explore. It’s home to 10 local eateries. There’s a vast selection of artisanal cheeses and wines, grass fed beef, hand-made pastries, fresh gourmet to-go, house-roasted coffees, made-to-order sushi, upscale dining and more. All conveniently located under one roof. Start at the Alameda Natural Grocery. You will be glad you did.

Where:

1650 Park St in Alameda Marketplace
Alameda

https://alamedanaturaygrocery.com

The Experience, Alameda: Alameda Natural Grocery @ The Marketplace

The Experience:

Finish Your Gift List at Alameda Marketplace!

Last minute shopping? Did you ever think of your neighborhood natural grocer as a source for great gifts?

At Alameda Natural Grocery you can create baskets for the foodies in your life or a wellness basket as you discover kitchen tools and housewares, reusables, candles, glove, mittens, bags, personal care and beauty products, and so much more.

They focus on  brands and products that elevate the underrepresented, are usable, that give back, that are less damaging to the planet and support our community.

If you want to support Black-owned, Woman-owned, LGTBQ-owned, Climate Positive, Low Waste, or some combination of those – shop here and look for the GIFT tags throughout the store. Or view online.

If you can’t decide, you can purchase a gift card available in any amount. Stop by or give them a call at 510-865-1500.

Photo courtesy of Way To life Foods in Antioch, CA. They make natural granola with a health focus. Featured here: Vanilla Almond Granola. Did you know vanilla extract is rich in antioxidants? Vanilla not only helps repair your body at the molecular level but it also reduces the effects of aging and promotes more vibrant skin

Where:

1650 Park St in Alameda Marketplace
Alameda

https://alamedanaturaygrocery.com

By |2022-12-21T14:13:55-08:00December 21st, 2022|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Whales & Friends Holidays

The Experience:

Halloween Shopping Spurs Holiday Spirit!

It’s not too late to create your Halloween scene – Whales &  Friends has you covered from Cheerful to Ghoulish or Spooky. That celebratory spirit is filling up the store as they start bringing out the ornaments and gifts for the rest of the holidays. Staff is waiting to help you, starting with Halloween accents for your home. You can pick your favorite Halloween pillows, ornaments, and other fun décor to create some Halloween cheer.

Be sure to browse their gift ideas before you leave, especially their curated collection of hand crafted jewelry, including their own beautiful expanded line – Bamboo Jewelry. It’s hand crafted by fusing kiln fired powdered glass onto a sterling silver foundation, a centuries old process known as cloisonné – showcasing favorite birds, whales and other marine animals, panda bears, elephants, turtles, butterflies, and more.

Whales & Friends is open daily from 11am to 7pm, or later if busy, at their new location at 2239 South Shore Center. Right arcross from See’s Candies. (510) 769-8500.

Where:

2239 South Shore Shopping Center
Alameda

. https://www.facebook.com/whalesalameda

By |2022-10-20T07:49:32-07:00October 20th, 2022|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: Whales & Friends

The Experience:

Spice Up your Home & Spirit!

Whales & Friends has you covered for Halloween from Cheerful to Ghoulish. Holiday spirit is filling up the store as they start bringing out the ornaments and gifts for the rest of the holidays. And Whales & Friends will help you create that spirit, starting with Halloween accents for your home.

“We have some fun and also chilling Halloween ideas for you,” says co-owner Christine Gonsalves. “Our suggestion: Fancy up your front windows for Halloween. We can always window gaze to see what Ghosts are out and about.” You can pick your favorite Halloween pillows, ornaments, and other fun décor to create some Halloween cheer.

And before you leave, do give yourself a treat by browsing their curated collection of hand crafted jewelry including their own beautiful expanded line – Bamboo Jewelry. It’s hand crafted by fusing kiln fired powdered glass onto a sterling silver foundation, a centuries old process known as cloisonné – showcasing favorite birds, whales and other marine animals, panda bears, elephants, turtles, butterflies, and more.

Whales & Friends is open Tuesdays – Sundays from 12-8pm, or later if busy. (510) 769-8500.

Where:

2218 South Shore Shopping Center
Alameda

. https://www.facebook.com/whalesalameda

The Experience, Alameda: Whales & Friends

The Experience:

Easter Baskets full of Bunnies, Ducks & Eggs!

Easter joy awaits you at Whales & Friends in South Shore Center. You will find bunnies and their friends. embroidered table runners, and fabulous hand painted eggs from Austria. When you walk  inside the store, it almost feels like you are outdoors with the two doors open, 20’ high ceilings, lots of tall glass windows and lots of square footage – perfect for social distancing.

Many treasures are waiting for you at the Whales & Friends shop. And, as you are hunting for eggs and bunnies, you will find a free gift comes with your purchase. Hours: 12 noon to 9 pm Tuesday – Saturday and Sundays 12-7pm. Everyone in masks and sanitizer at the door.  Also, free delivery in Alameda. 510-296-7229

Where:

2218 South Shore Shopping Center
Alameda

. https://www.facebook.com/whalesalameda

By |2021-03-24T09:34:45-07:00March 24th, 2021|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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