At The Merc Community Market and Deli, we're more than just a "health food store" — we're a full service grocery store owned by our community. The Merc is here whether you need a fast and healthy meal from our Deli, a shopping cart full of organic groceries, or desire to learn more about cooking in oue of our classes. The Merc serves as the community hub for local and organic foods, and we back up our selection with the best customer service in town.
Every other year The Merc, in conjunction with the National Cooperative Grocers Association, takes a survey of our Owners. Please take a few minutes to help determine the future of your co-op by participating this survey.
To take the survey, c...
Natural Medicine Journal published a study where 35,256,072 men and women participated in a study where they analyzed daily protein intake and prevalence of chronic disease- in this case, osteoporosis. A total of 6,952 people had scans and the rest were ...
What?
A chance to be the lucky recipient of one of two $25 Merc gift cards.
Who?
Any shopper who bikes to The Mer...
Tired of the same box of lettuce and prepackaged salad dressing? Hilary will introduce you to a world of salads and freshly prepared dressings in her Three Dressings – Six Salads class. You’ll get to sample salads with broccoli; carr...
Last month Hilary Kass presented a warm and nourishing tribute to miso, the ancient, protein rich cooking paste made with fermented soybeans and whole grains. Highlighting four different misos guests sampled a variety of simple recipes with depths ...
In the Merc's produce department, you can find lots of great ideas for party trays and spreads. We have crisp baby carrots, broccoli, radishes, celery, green onions, and cauliflower. Pair it with some delicious local hummus and you've got a ...
This simple recipe makes for a glass of classic lemonade. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet and will be sure to become a staple for your summer enjoyment. Try it with some fresh berries muddled into the mixture or use frozen berries as ice c...
The Merc Bakery uses all homemade extracts made in-house by our Bakery staff. Not only do we make it here, but we use local vodka as well! We use a variety of extracts, but the easiest and most common one used is vanilla extract. It's fun and easy to...
KU graduation is this weekend and The Merc Bakery has so many sweet treats to help you celebrate! Cupcakes, cakes, cookies, and more!
Let us know how we can help your celebrations be even sweeter!
This Week's Food Services Friend is Daiyna the Baker!
Started at the Merc: August 2008
Hails From: Lawrence, Kansas
Favorite Merc Product: German Chocolate Gelato from Talenti
If she was a...
Stop by The Merc's Deli counter for made-to-order sandwiches (hot and cold),salads, soups and fresh smoothies, coffee or espresso drinks.
M-F
M-SatOur pizzas are available our scratch-made crust or a gluten-free crust, all topped with fresh ingredients - local and organic whenever possible. Every week our staff chooses two topping combinations to be our Pizzas of the Week, so check back regularly to see the options!
M-Sat
Stop by and we will make you a sandwich made to order using our finest meats and cheeses that we also sell for you to take and make at home. Our choose one of our classic Merc Specialty Sandwiches.
Our salad bar is fresh daily with all of the fixings you'll want. We even make our own salad dressings in house.
If you are on the go or just want something easy for dinner tonight. Grab a favorite today!
Co-op Calendar events are listed below. To view all Merc events, click on the View Full Calendar link.
7-9pm
Join Chef Paige and be transported to Paris for Le Pique-nique! We'll have the French music on and checked cloths on the tables to set the mood for a memorable evening. Paige will create and you will enjoy Zucchini & Gruyere Tartlets; Basil & Garlic Chicken; Marinated Summer Vegetable Salad; and Minted Farro with Peas & Goat Cheese. For a perfect finish you'll feast on Cherry, Chocolate & Almond Mini Cakes.
Taught by: Chef Paige Vandegrift
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $20.00 per person
7-9pm
Learn three simple dressings to make six salads. We'll make a Tahini Lemon Dressing to use on Greens with Broccoli, and Lightly Steamed Carrots with Chickpeas; Hollyhock Dressing made with nutritional yeast to dress a Crunchy Romaine, Arugula and Peas Salad, and a Cold Pasta Salad with Baked Tofu; a versatile Citrus Vinaigrette to top Mixed Spring Greens with Mango, and a Fresh and Light Potato Salad. To top it off we'll explore the infinite ways to top a great salad with nuts, seeds and dried fruit.
Taught by: Hilary Kass, MPH
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $18.00 per person
7-9pm
When the temperature heats up outside nothing goes down easier or tastes better than a cool smoothie. Why pay $5 for a sugary store bought drink when you can make your own at home? We will explore adding nutrient dense ingredients and seasonal ingredients to create six different types of smoothies that will provide nutrition and boost your brain power. Learn to make your own almond milk and coconut milk to add to your smoothies. Holistic Nutrition Coach Karen Duggan will incorporate many wellness tips into this delicious class.
Taught by: Karen Duggan
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $18.00 per person
7-9pm
Come experience delicious "cheeze" - not from cows but plant-based, cholesterol-free alternatives, using creative combinations of whole foods to satisfy your family and amaze your guests. We'll demonstrate how to make three different sliceable, soy-free block cheeses; "Garbanzo Gruyere," "Colby Cheeze" and "Mild White Cheeze." Then we'll transform a humble block of tofu into incredibly rich, cheddar-style "Crock Cheeze." Decadent (but super quick and easy) nachos will lead us into a sampling of ready-to-purchase cheese alternatives from the grocery section. Bon Appetite!
Taught by: JoAnn Farb
Location: The Merc's Community Classroom
Cost: $18.00 per person
