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A quiet opening today for Natural Grocers near UT campus
The Colorado-based Natural Grocers is set to open its first Austin location this week at 3901 Guadalupe St., just north of the University of Texas campus, but the big grand opening party isn’t until a week from today.
The store, which has 32 locations in three states, sells only organic produce, growth hormone-free milk, antibiotic-free meat and food that is free of preservatives, trans fats, hydrogenated oils and artificial coloring and sweeteners. It also has a bulk section and specializes in vitamins and supplements.
On Tuesday, May 19, the store will host a grand opening with a free barbecue, raffle and specials. The store will officially be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. I say officially because the publicist made a point to note that they aren’t firm on those hours, so if it’s 7:59 p.m. and you need to pop in, they aren’t going to kick you out.
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By Kelli
May 13, 2009 10:27 AM | Link to this
It’s important to note that Natural Grocers does not support local while the co-op in Austin is a huge supporter of local producers. The bulk section in NG is pre-bagged and not at all like people are used to. Cheap is not always better! Support local!