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By: Marsha Bonecutter

“It was just like it was meant to be.” That is how Michelle Riesbeck describes finding the location of her store, Buttonwood Market. Michelle and her husband were strolling down Main Street in the village of New Concord one evening, looking for a site for her natural foods store. Michelle noticed the “old library” building was empty. “It was one of those “Karma” things,” laughs Michelle, “I went into the flower shop next door to ask who the landlord was, and sure enough, the building was available.” Buttonwood Market opened February 9, 2009 at 30 Main Street, New Concord, OH. Though the village utilized the building to house the library and several other small businesses over the years, the structure was originally built by the owners-operators of Sawyer’s Cash Grocery in 1922. The Sawyer family lived next door and a grandson of the original owner still resides in New Concord. “I have a cow bell on my ancient front door,” says Michelle, “old windows that let cold air in during winter and wooden floors. The building is very old, but that’s what gives it its charm.” Owning her own store has been a dream of Michelle’s for many years. She graduated from Marietta College with a degree in Small Business Management. While still in school she took a job working at an ice cream store for Broughton Foods Company in Marietta. When she graduated, the company offered her a management position and later she moved into sales and marketing. She was with Broughton for 17 years. “At that time, it was a family owned company and a great place to work,” said Michelle. Michelle further expanded her qualifications by working 10 years in the supermarket industry. It is the extreme good fortune of the citizens of New Concord and surrounding areas that Michelle’s dream came to fruition. “Buttonwood Market was established to meet the growing demands of consumers who require natural, organic, vegan and other special dietary needs,” explains Michelle. “I do special orders and case discounts for my customers and we carry many dairy free and gluten free items as well as items for wheat intolerant people. Berlin Natural Bakery’s Chocolate Meltdown spelt cookies help us through those long winter nights, and the Whole Spelt burger buns go great with grass-fed burgers on the grill in the summertime.” At Buttonwood Market you will also find many locally produced items. On one wall you will find regional maps of Ohio, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Colored tags locate the companies whose products are represented in the store. Michelle decided to name her store “Buttonwood” after a tree commonly known as the Sycamore. “We have a large Sycamore tree on our property that we have always admired,” explained Michelle. “Since the Sycamore (or Buttonwood) is known to live for several generations, the name was selected for its stability.” Buttonwood Market will continue to serve the community by adapting to emerging trends, evolving and keeping current with customers’ requests and locating the most feasible sources of products requested. “It is a good day,” says Michelle, “when you are serving people who are smiling because they’ve been looking for something that I’ve researched and found for them. It is very rewarding.” Stop in soon and check out all Buttonwood Market has to offer, especially the new “Grab and Go” items coming in mid-July.

By Cindy Widder Ahhhhh….we are finally starting to dry out a little bit here in the rolling hills of Ohio. Today is one of those perfect summer days. The temperature is in the mid 70’s, the sky is blue with billowing white clouds and a warm breeze is blowing through the trees. Absolutely blissful! What better day than to get out the Berlin Natural Bakery Spelt Cookies, some delicious ice cream and make some homemade ice cream cookie sandwiches. It is so simple and you can use your own favorite flavor and brand of ice cream or frozen yogurt making them extra special and personal for you and your loved ones. Use any of the Berlin Natural Bakery Spelt Oatmeal Cookies: the Oatmeal Gems, the Chewyful Raisin Oatmeal or the Chocolate Meltdown Oatmeal. Each package will make 3 ice cream sandwiches. The method is very simple. Place the cookies on a cookie sheet (I like to place a sheet of waxed paper down first) and then scoop some ice cream that you have allowed to slightly soften, onto the bottom of one cookie, top it with another cookie, and then smash them together a little bit. It works really well if the cookies are partly frozen and make sure you don’t allow the ice cream to get too soft or you’ll have a real mess. (I speak from experience)! For something extra special, you could then roll the edges of the ice cream in whatever kind of sprinkles/chocolate chips/nuts you choose. This would also be something fun to do for the kids at home. They’ll love the idea of eating a delicious creation they made themselves! Have a wonderful summer and until next time, Happy Baking!

JULY SPECIAL

For the month of July 2011 we are running a special on all of our cookies at 25% off. Click Here To Visit Our Store and Place Your Order.

The old saying “April showers brings May flowers” is certainly true here in Ohio. But the green grass and beautiful flowers that come as a result make it all worthwhile. The occasional warmer days we have in the early spring make us all the more anxious for the lazy hot days of summer. However, we still have plenty of cool days and nights in April making perfect weather for a delightful breakfast of French toast or a quick and simple lunch of ooey gooey grilled cheese sandwiches. You’ll find two delicious French toast recipes (both very different) by clicking on the recipes or the blog link at www.berlinnaturalbakery.com. One is Alison’s Vanilla Cream French Toast and the other is Stuffed French Toast. Just substitute the Berlin Natural Bakery Righteous Raisin Spelt bread in place of the bread mentioned in the recipes. If you have never tried raisin bread for grilled cheese sandwiches, you don’t know what you’ve been missing. The sweetness of the raisins mixed with the saltiness of the cheese is just a perfect blend. It’s something you’ve got to try. I am not a big raisin lover, but even I find it very tasty.

Ingredients: • 2 slices Berlin Natural Bakery Righteous Raisin Spelt bread • 2 slices of your favorite cheese (it is absolutely delicious with Swiss cheese or Yogurt cheese) • 2 teaspoons butter Lightly butter outer sides of both slices of bread. Place one slice, butter side down, in frying pan or on grill. Place cheese on top of the slice in the pan and then cover with the other slice (butter side up). Grill at medium heat until light brown. Turn and grill the other side. Enjoy Be sure to take advantage of our spring special where we are discounting our Spelt Raisin Bread 25% off its normal retail price through May 31st 2011! Click Here To Visit The Store! Happy Baking!!

I was so happy to watch on Groundhog Day that after Punxsutawney Phil surveyed his surroundings, there was no shadow to be found, so an early spring it will be!!  That’s a fact, and I’m holding him to it! It’s been a beautiful, snowy and cold winter here in Ohio, but I am more than ready for the warm, sunny days of spring.  But Spring isn’t the only thing coming in March.  For all you sports fans, no one needs to tell you…..March Madness!! What goes better with watching a great college basketball game than pizza?  And this month you are getting two pizza recipes instead of just one.  One is based on my favorite pizza made by an Old Italian grandma in my hometown using my Simply Sauce pizza sauce and the other was submitted by the owner of Berlin Natural Bakery, Joy Zipper.  Joy's Pizza is called "California Sunshine Pizza" and it will definitely brighten any party or meal. With both of these recipes, as always, do not be afraid to experiment by using your own favorite toppings.  That’s the great thing about homemade pizza….with a great crust, a great sauce and your favorite fresh toppings; you can have a delicious, hot pizza from your own oven in less time than it would take for delivery.  And you’ll know it’s made right!! To make things even better, Berlin Natural Bakery is offering 25% off all sales of their Spelt Pizza Crusts and 16 oz jars of Simply Sauce Pizza sauce for the month of March 2011.  Each jar contains enough for at least 2 pizza crusts. Be sure to call us at: 800-686-5334 to place your order!

California Sunshine Pizza Joy Schrock Zipper

Place “thawed” Berlin Natural Bakery spelt pizza crust on lined baking sheet. Brush with Extra Virgin Olive Oil…..approx 1 Tbsp. Sprinkle with Garlic Salt (to taste) Add 20-25 Spinach leaves (cleaned & dried) Add dollops (about 1 tsp each) of Sundried Tomato (Bruschetta) over spinach Cut up approximately 3 oz of “Fresh” Mozzarella and spread over topping Sprinkle top with shredded mozzarella (optional) Bake 13-15 minutes.  Remove from oven and ENJOY!!

Cindy's Homemade Pizza Cindy Widder

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place frozen or unfrozen (doesn’t really matter) Berlin Natural Bakery Spelt Pizza Crust on cookie sheet or pizza tray. Place 4 or 5 thin slices of Colby cheese on top of crust. Cover top of cheese with Simply Sauce pizza sauce. This next step is based on preference…I usually place all my toppings on top of the sauce as I feel they bake a little better that way.  But, if you prefer your toppings a little more crunchy, you may want to put them on top of the cheese.  However you prefer, the next step simply involves putting on your toppings, cheese and then pepperoni if desired.  Place pizza tray on rack in middle of oven and bake for approximately 18-20 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown.  Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes.  Slice and eat! How simple is that.  Until next time….Happy Baking!