I heart Cherry Sprout, and wish them the very best of luck. It's a curious niche that they're in, and you describe them well. There's a case up front with some jumbo-sized frozen meats and veg, by the way, for discount bulk-shoppers. I try to structure my shopping so that I can pop in to Cherry Sprout for fresh vegetables to complete that night's dinner, visiting New Seasons less often for fresh meat/fish, exotics, paper goods and the like. It's not always possible, because I'm disorganized like that, but I do try. Cherry Sprout's staff are awesome folks, with a real commitment to person-to-person, neighborhood-based... I don't want to call it "activism" because that's not quite it. And yet, just by being there, doing what they're doing in the face of larger stores fairly nearby, they're a radical undertaking. Here's hoping that they're able to make it work, because we're a richer neighborhood for their presence.

Today we stumbled upon Cherry Sprout. We were both pleased with the selection of produce and other goods such as bulk foods and condiments, and awesome records playing. The staff were welcoming and put smiles on the faces of many.

Plus, it's closer to my house and I don't have to peddle as much for my groceries.

peas & carrots!