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Central Basics

Central Basics Pricing


Central Basics is a Central Co-op pricing program designed to help out with your grocery budget. 


Find discounts in almost every department.  Click here to view a list of our current  Central Basics Sales Items.


Produce Department Weekly Sales

Produce Department Weekly Sales 5/12 - 5/18


Roma Tomatoes  – $1.59/lb | Reg:$1.99/lb 

Red Potatoes: $1.29/lb  | Reg: $1.79/lb

Blueberries, 6 oz pack: $3.99 each | Reg: $4.99 each

Broccoli – $1.59/lb | $2.29/lb

Bunched Arugula – $1.99 each | Reg: $2.49 each




Deli Department

Deli Department

Seasonal Flavors, Sure to Please

Rising Sun Capellini: $4.49/lb | Reg: $4.99/lb | Everyone Sale | 4/3 - 4/30
A classic pasta dish with roasted red bell peppers.

Spring Vegetable Medley: $7.49/lb | Reg: $7.99/lb |
Everyone Sale | 4/17 - 4/30
Super-fresh organic vegetable medley, lightly steamed and dressed to celebrate the season.

Cucumber Salad: $8.49/lb | Reg: $8.99/lb | Everyone Sale | 4/17 - 4/30
Crunchy skinless cucumbers in light vinaigrette. Simple and perfect spring freshness.

Simply Soulful Pies: $6.00 - $17.25 each
A new addition to our family of local artisan bakers. Simply Soulful Sweet Potato and Pecan Sweet Potato Pies are rich and full-flavored, from a secret family recipe that will make you crave it, even in your dreams!

Grilled Asparagus: $10.49/lb | Reg: $10.99/lb | Everyone Sale | 5/1 - 5/14
Perfectly-grilled fresh asparagus, with just a touch of seasoning. The epitome of Springtime!

Tofu Balls in Marinara: $8.49/ lb | Reg: $8.99/lb | Everyone Sale | 5/1 - 5/14
A zesty take on Italian polpetta, these tofu balls are seasoned and served with our own homemade marinara sauce.

Penne Salsa Romano: $6.49/lb | Reg: $6.99/lb | Everyone Sale | 5/1 - 5/14
A full-flavored, classic dish inspired by the streets of Southern Italy. This pasta dish will bring happiness to your taste buds.




Bulk Department

Bulk Department Sales & Highlights

USA Pumpkin Seeds: $5.59/lb | Reg: $5.79/lb |
Member Sale | NOW - 6/4
USA Pumpkin seeds, grown in Oregon by sustainable practices.

Organic Prunes: $4.29/lb | Reg: $5.49/lb |
Everyone Sale | NOW - 6/4
How do you spell relief? P.R.U.N.E.S., because of the abundance of fiber. But did you also know that adding a couple to a long-cooking savory stew will add an earthy and complex subtle sweetness? Or pit and chop a few to add to banana or other bread recipes.



Meat & Seafood Department Fresh Picks and Weekly Sales

Pike Place Fish Market Naturals Sauces 9 oz. On Sale May 7 - 19

$3.59 each | Reg: $4.79 each
Tartar Sauce
Cocktail Sauce
Wasabi Sauce
Alder Smoked Onion Tartar Sauce
Horseradish Sauce



MORE SALES, AND OTHER GREAT PRODUCTS

On Sale This Week 5/13-5/19
Salmon Creek All Natural Pork Tenderloin: $7.29lb
Salmon Creek All Natural Pork Sirloin Steaks $3.69/lb
Shepherd's Pride All Natural Lamb Rib Chop $23.99/lb
Shepherd's Pride All Natural Lamb Loin Chop $14.99/lb
All Natural Turkey Tenderloin $5.29/lb
All Natural Gound Turkey $5.29/lb
All Natural Ranger Whole Chicken $2.99/lb
All Natural Ranger Split Broiler Chicken $2.99/lb
All Natural Ranger Chicken, 4pc cut up $2.99/lb

Niman Ranch Ham: $12.99/lb | Everyday Low Price

These choice hams are unbelievably moist, tender and juicy. Great for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Applegate Hickory Smoked Organic or Natural Bacon, 8 oz: Price varies
Wayne teases, "This savory bacon has been tempting vegetarians for years." Applegate bacon has the old-styled smoky flavor. Try some wrapped around scallops, or plain for your morning breakfast.

Painted Hills Beef Bacon, 12 oz: $7.99 each | Everyday Low Price
This incredible beef bacon is truly unique. Bake it in the oven or cook it on the stove top. This bacon when warmed will have a flavor of pastrami, or cook to a crisp and get a flavorful bacon taste.

Olli Salamis, 6 oz: Price Varies
These artisanal slow-cured salamis are based on an original 160 year old family recipe.


What's fresh in seafood?

(Prices vary for these non-sale items)

Halibut
: The white flesh of halibut is known for it's sweet and delicate flavor. Grill or bake this wonderful fish, and enjoy!

Copper River Sockeye Salmon: Fiery-red sockeye is known for it's delectable salmon flavor. Grill or bake with salt, pepper and sliced onion. A light squeeze of lemon when it's done.

Sea Scallops: Sea scallops are just a little taste of heaven, with the tenderness and sweet taste. Sauté in a garlic sauce or simply with a touch of salt and pepper. Sear in a hot pan with 1/4 teaspoon of oil until carmelized on each side.


Co+Op Deals


Co+Op Deals
offers a fantastic selection of sales items, and the flyers provide additional information on food products and producers, nutrition, recipes, and more. Buy these specially priced products and share in the combined economic power of our nation's food cooperatives. 


View the current Co+Op Deals sale flyer for May 1 - May 21.


Please note that some items listed on the flyer may not be available at Central Co-op, or available on the same days as listed in the flyer. Contact the appropriate department to special order a flyer item that is not normally stocked.


Greenlite CFL Bulbs, 13 watt

These bulbs consume 70% less energy than incandescent bulbs and last as long as 12 regular light bulbs, or about 11 years each. For a total of 13 watts, you can replace your standard 60 watt indoor bulb, and produce a warm glow of 900 lumens. Available at this price while supplies last. 

2 bulbs for $1.00 | Everyone Sale | While Supplies Last


Don Froylan Queso Fresco, 12 oz.

Queso fresco - "fresh cheese" - is a Mexican cheese, traditionally made from cow's milk. The flavor is pretty innocuous: fresh, bright, milky and mild, but is a perfect complement to a variety of dishes, by providing contrast to a heavier dish, like enchiladas or huevos rancheros.

$5.99/lb.| Reg: $6.59/lb | Everyone Sale | 4/29 - 6/2


Equal Exchange Coffees, 12 oz.

Who is better at supporting fair trade practices than Equal Exchange? Delicious coffees at a Fair price.

$7.09/lb | Reg: $8.69/lb | Member Sale | 4/29 - 6/4


Don Froylan Queso Cotija, Random Weight

Queso Cotija is a firm, crumbly Mexican cheese made from cow's milk. Similar to feta in saltiness, it crumbles but doesn't melt. It's a great choice for topping enchiladas or on top of a salad.

$8.99/lb | Reg: $9.99/lb | Everyone Sale | NOW - 6/2


Don Froylan Queso Oaxaca, 12 oz.

Oueso Oaxaca is a slightly-aged mozzarella with lots of milky flavor and mild notes of tang. Perfect for melting of eating right out of the package.

$6.99/lb | Reg: $7.39/lb | Everyone Sale | NOW - 6/2


CoolHaus Ice Cream Bars, 5.2 oz.

These aren't the ice cream sandwiches you remember as a kid... These are hearty cookies with a giant scoop of ice cream in between. With flavors like Molasses Mango, Chocolate Chip Dirty Mint and Chocolate Chip Bacon, what grown-up kid can resist?

$4.99 | Everyday Low Price


Talenti Gelato and Sorbet, 16 oz and 32 oz.

Can't keep this gelato in our freezer! It's everyone's favorite. With gelato having a third less fat than regular ice cream and sorbet, and also dairy-free and 100% fat free, how could it not be a favorite? We now offer a fully-expanded line of flavors, with quart sizes of Sea Salted Caramel and Banana Chocolate Swirl. Also, keep an eye out for their gelato pops, coming in soon.

$5.59 & $9.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Local Organic Asparagus

Nothing lets you know spring has sprung like seeing local organic asparagus show up in your market. Central Co-op sources our tender spears from as many local producers as possible, most notably from Inaba Farms in Yakima and Cloudview Farms in Royal City, WA.

$4.99/lb | Reg: $6.99/lb | Everyone Sale | NOW - 6/2


G.R.O.W. Bananas

Central Co-op is excited to carry organic bananas from Organics Unlimited, suppliers of G.R.O.W. Bananas from Mexico. G.R.O.W. (Giving Resources and Opportunities to Workers) is a separate, private, non-profit program founded "on the principle of providing a better lifestyle for not only the workers who grow our produce, but also others in the community who are often living in poverty." As a company, Organics Unlimited joined Fair Trade International in 2011, becoming the first supplier of Fair Trade bananas from Mexico to the U.S. The G.R.O.W. program has helped provide childcare, vision and dental care, scholarships, and other educational opportunities for its communities by adding a small surcharge to every orange G.R.O.W. box. Other Organics Unlimited produce includes coconuts, red bananas and plantains.

$0.79/lb | Reg: $0.99/lb | Special Fair Trade Day Sale 5/11 - 5/13


Bunched Spinach

Fresh springtime spinach is a great way to get more fiber, vitamins A and K, folate, and antioxidants into your diet. And fresh spinach tastes great!. Try it in a salad or on a sandwich instead of lettuce for an extra nutrient and flavor boost. Or try throwing it into either a fruit or vegetable smoothie. Don't be afraid of the green!

$2.49/bunch | Reg: $2.99/bunch | Central Basics Everyone Sale | NOW - 6/2


Reed's Culture Club Kombucha, 13.5 oz.

One of our newest, most popular kombucha drinks now has four exciting new flavors. Long known for their quality ginger treats, they've now added Passion Mango Ginger and Pomegranate Ginger to their lineup of ginger-inspired flavors. Rounding out the pack are two creative picks, the Cabernet Grape and Coconut Water Lime. These immunity-boosting delights will quench any thirst as we head into a beautiful early summer.

$3.29 each | Everyday Low Price


Core Foods Raw Warrior and Defender Bars, 3 oz.

Are you a defender or a warrior? Core Nutrition bars offer the best for whatever your needs are for the day. Replace that scone or muffin with a bar and 2 glasses of water to maintain 4 hours of stable energy. Made from fresh organic food, with no additional sweeteners, these bars really pack a punch.

$4.39 each | Everyday Low Price


Ruby Jewel Ice Cream Sandwiches, 5.1 oz.

A deliicious artisanal treat from Portland. Ruby Jewel's nationally famous ice cream sandwiches are handcrafted, and sourced from farmers and food products from around Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. We now carry four unique flavors, just in time for summer.

$3.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Double Rainbow Ice Cream Pints

This ice cream has been made in San Francisco since 1976. We are proud to have added a few more flavors to the shelf: Ultra Chocolate, Coffee Blast, Mint Chip, Coconut Sorbet and Mango Tangerine Sorbet.

$3.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Earth Balance Coconut and Peanut Butter Spread, 16 oz.

Peanuts and coconuts: Two great foods combined to bring some ZAP to your baking and snacking. You really have try this. It's amazingly delicious!

$5.69 each | Everday Low Price


Betty Lou's Organic Powdered Peanut Butter, 6 oz.

First there was compostable kitchen wrap, and now powdered peanut butter. The future is here! Sure, it's a little odd, but powdered peanut butter actually has 85% less fat than traditional peanut butter. Take it camping, use it as a garnish, and try it in you cooking and baking.

$8.19 each | Everyday Low Price


Sunny Honey Co. Spring Blossom Honey, 16 oz.

Sunny Honey Co. brings us this truly delightful fresh, small batch honey from Nooksack, WA. This artisanal honey is never heated above 100 degrees, and the bees are fed cane sugar during the cold months, as opposed to the more often used corn syrup. We are the only grocer to carry this product, and supply levels fluctuate. Purchase now while you can!

$8.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Longshadows' Julia's Dazzle, 750 ml.

This elegant bottling of rosé comes from the acclaimed Long Shadows Winery. Julia's is a blend of predominantly Pinot Grigio, with a splash of Sangiovese to give it an enticing peach hue.

$14.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Epic Brewing Exponential Series Brainless On Cherries, 22 oz.

Cherry aroma and flavors abound in this easy to drink elixir. Another award-winning beer hybrid, this time combined with cherry puree and aged in French wine casks. It is rumored that enjoying a Brainless on Cherries will result in spontaneous sun breaks in Seattle.

$11.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Dogfish Head Sixty-One IPA, 12 oz.

Dogfish combines deliciously hoppy beer with the fruity complexity of Syrah grape must (freshly-pressed grape juice). Pair Sixty-One with chocolate for an amazing treat.

$2.79 each | $3.29 each | Everyone Sale | 5/1 - 5/31


Badger and Goddess Garden Brands Sunscreen, 2.9 - 8 oz. sizes

This year's crop of sunscreens has arrived just in time for sun in Seattle. Four new broad-spectrum sunscreens from Badger and a sprayable sunscreen from Goddess Garden.

$15.99 - $24.29 each


New Wellness Desk and Bulk Soaps Remodel

Please visit our new Wellness desk and display area. We are really excited about this new addition, designed to make more staff availablefor Wellness special orders and other customer service needs. Also, the liquid soaps have been moved to an area directly next to a sink for easier clean ups.


Host Defense Mushroom's Liquid Extracts, 1 oz.

Chaga, Cordyceps and Reishi are now available in a liquid extract form. Liquid extracts provide rapid absorption in the digestive system and may be used directly from the bottle, or in water, warm tea or juice.

$19.99 each | Everyday Low Price


Schmidt's Deodorant, 2 oz.

In addition to the three fragrances we've been carrying, Schmidt's has added two new scents, Lavender + Sage and Bergamot + Lime. These popular deodorants are lovingly handcrafted in Portland, Oregon.

$8.99 each | Everyday Low Price