Although they haven't specifically made mention of their stellar vegetarian frito pie, the Wheatsville Food Co-op people request your presence Saturday and Sunday December 2nd and 3rd for the Wheatsville Artsfest, 10am-5:30pm both days. more ›

If Central Market and Chuy’s haven’t provided you with enough green chile madness, local southwestern trend-o-mat restaurant Z’Tejas presents a special green chile menu with some proceeds benefiting the Sustainable Food Center. The cause is good, and if the ubiquitous Navajo Eggs and requisite Bloody Marys are any barometer (and if you don’t hate trendy southwestern American kitchen fodder) this one is probably worth the effort. Z’Tejas 1110 W. Sixth St and 9400-A Arboretum... more ›

Dan, the friendly GM at Wheatsville Food Co-op is all about the delicious cooling beverages this week. His current favorite? "Organic Black Iced Tea ... I drink two cups a day and enjoy every minute of it. It tastes like tea should without any pretentious 'fusion' flavors in it to mess it up!" Also on his list? Organic Jasmine green tea, Wheatsville's iced coffee... (he says it's cold and strong - in a good... more ›

Attention area stomachs: Let’s get ready to rumble. A visit to the soon-to-expand Wheatsville Food Co-Op reminded us that Wheatsville is ground zero for delicious vegetarian Frito-pies. One visit to their deli counter in the back will remind you how you used to let your freak flag fly back in the day, as well as ensure instant sensory gratification in the form of beans, onions, fritos, and the rest of the ingredients in their... more ›