JULY 2025
Summer is in full swing! That means time on the beach, in the pool, and at the grill. It also means high temperatures and hair-curling humidity. Maybe that’s why, outside of sunscreen and bug spray, we’ve got hydration on our minds. It’s vital to replenish what’s been lost. Water is amazing, but it’s also nice to give our taste buds a treat. That’s why we’ve stocked up on drinks that not only hydrate but taste outstanding, and have bonuses like added electrolytes, potassium, and more.
Talking about beverages, if you’re trying to cut back on alcohol, but still want to feel festive at your next barbecue, grab some Mingle Mocktails and tonic sodas. Cheers to going alcohol free.
We’ll see you in the store!
With gratitude,
Jerry
Seasonal Produce
Seasonal Fruits
There is such a bounty of seasonal fruit in July, from cantaloupe to grapes, that it’s impossible to highlight just one. With so many varieties available, it’s the perfect time for making yourself some fruit salad. Pay special attention to stone fruits this month: nectarines, plums, apricots, and peaches. The stone in “stone fruit” refers to their hard-as-a-rock pits. They’re also known for being rich in nutrients and antioxidants. So they might satisfy your sweet tooth, but you need not feel any guilt while eating them. Then again, a sinful summer dessert is sometimes necessary. And when it is, we invite you to make Ashley’s Easy Peasy Peach Tart. She swears it’s foolproof!
Seasonal Veggies
As plentiful as your seasonal fruit plate is, your vegetable platter will be just as full. Greens, summer squash, bell peppers… they’re all ripe for picking. However, we’ve got our eye on the unsuspecting green bean. This vitamin-rich veg is as tasty on your tray of crudité as it is on your dinner table. Incorporating green beans into your diet can also help you maintain strong bones and a healthy heart.
Not convinced? Try this herby, bright green bean salad recipe from the food blog, The Kitchen is my Playground. The dressing includes lots of fresh mint, so it’s a sensational summer side dish.
Wellness Matters
Steve’s Supplement Suggestion
This month, Steve’s been thinking about collagen. According to the Cleveland Clinic, “collagen provides structure, support or strength to your skin, muscles, bones and connective tissues.” There are five different types in our body. Type I makes up about 90% of our body’s collagen and provides structure to skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments. Type II provides joint support. Type III is located around our muscles, arteries, and organs. Type IV is found in our skin. Type V is in the cornea of our eyes, in our skin, hair, and even in the placenta. As we age, we not only produce less collagen, but what we do make is lower quality than what we produced in our younger years.
If you’re looking for a collagen supplement, one brand that Steve, along with many of our customers, loves is *Natural Factors’ Total Body Multi Collagen Protein. Available at an everyday low price, it’s a powder that can be added to water, the drink of your choice, or a smoothie. It also includes all five different types of collagen. Steve loves it for the joint support it provides and for the amount of protein a serving contains—a whopping 10 grams. Even better, all of Natural Factors’ supplements are **certified to be non-GMO, tested for nearly 700 contaminants (including pesticides and herbicides), adulterant-free, authentic, and accurately labeled.
*Speak with your doctor before incorporating any supplement into your diet.
** Certification by ISURA, a natural health supplement and food product verification and certification non-profit.
Source: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23089-collagen
A Good Bite At The Deli
Given that July is the month we celebrate Independence Day, we can’t help but give a shout out to our delectable parfaits. They’re layered with yogurt (dairy-free and vegan), strawberries and blueberries, and then topped with granola. That’s a tasty, colorful way to celebrate the red, white, and blue!
Smoothie of the Month: Watermelon Quencher
Introducing our July smoothie: the thirst-busting, parch-wrecking, dehydration-destroying Watermelon Quencher! It’s a hydrating blend of coconut water, frozen watermelon, lime juice, agave, and salt (just a touch!), and it’s lip-smacking good. Beat the heat with this July-only treat!
Charity of the Month: Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club
The Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club at Lincoln House has had a long history of serving as a pillar of support to the community’s underprivileged youth. Serving the city since 1903, its mission has been to help children realize their potential and become productive citizens by providing inspirational and educational programming in a safe environment. With opportunities around character and leadership development, the arts, education and career development, sports, fitness and recreation, as well as health and life skills, The GCBGC has been a champion for the community’s youth, and Rising Tide is proud to make them July’s Charity of the Month.
Join Us In Welcoming Comet To Our Team
If you’ve noticed a new star in our Wellness department, that is Comet, and we are thrilled to welcome her to the RT Team. Raised in New Hyde Park, Comet got her start in the Plant-Based Culinary and Wellness Industry in 1992. Utilizing her background and training from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Comet became a mainstay at forums, fairs, and industry expos, harnessing her expertise to represent brands and create deep relationships with partners and customers. Comet is a fount of information and has worked for industry-leading companies such as Coconut Bliss, Vega, Flora, and Eden. She is passionate about helping people and finding joy through wellness.
Join us in welcoming Comet to Rising Tide and the Glen Cove community!
Working At Rising Tide
When it comes to grocery stores, we may be on the smaller side, but what we lack in square footage, we make up for in company culture and teamwork. There’s a reason why our team members know customers’ names, products they prefer, and even what’s going on in their lives. It’s because one of our core hiring principles is finding candidates that are a good match with our culture. Generosity, positivity, and a can-do spirit are some of our top priorities when we hire. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
MAY 2025
Happy May, everyone!
Life is blooming, and we are here for it! Our deli has everything you need to be picnic-ready. You bring the basket and blanket, we’ll supply the veggie burgers, quesadillas, and sensational salads for every appetite. And don’t forget to gather fresh organic produce for crunchy crudité platters and a sweet fruit salad. It’s a menu filled with fresh ingredients and phenomenal flavor.
We’ll see you in the store!
With gratitude,
Jerry
Mother’s Day
This Sunday, May 11th, we’ll be celebrating all the moms, grandmas, and caregivers who have given us so much love and so much of their time. We have thoughtful gifts from candles and perfume, to tulips and tote bags. And of course, we also have the freshest ingredients for making them a meal to remember. Serving brunch? Try this savory recipe for Potato and Chard Quiche.
Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, Rising Tide honors those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and we are thinking of all of those families who have endured such a loss.
Wishing our community a meaningful Memorial Day.
Seasonal Produce
Seasonal Fruits
We have one word for you: Strawberries! They’re the first berries to bloom, and they’re blossoming beautifully. Beyond their sweet flavor, strawberries have vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and folic acid. Craft a wow-worthy sweet treat with this recipe for Fresh Strawberry Shortcakes with Yogurt Cream.
Seasonal Veggies
Let’s talk about the radish. Don’t let their small size fool you. This little cruciferous veggie is loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants. Each crunchy bite has a boldly savory, peppery flavor. Add them to your crudité platter, braise them, or roast them with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Wellness Matters
Gardening For Good Vibes
Did you know that gardening can help reduce stress? Cultivate your calm by getting into your backyard. We can help with our growing collection of organic herbs and plants. Find flavor essentials like basil, mint, and cilantro and garden-ready vegetable plants like carrots and tomatoes.
Sun Safe
Getting outside is a must in this gorgeous weather. Protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays is also a must. Grab quality mineral sunscreens from brands like All Good and Badger to ensure that what you’re putting on your body is safe for you and the environment.
Steve’s Supplement Suggestion
We’ve all heard about the benefits of omega-3. From heart health, brain function, eye health, and more, omega-3’s are a powerhouse nutrient. If you’re not getting enough from diet alone, you might want to try a supplement. Steve loves Natural Factors RXOmega-3 Ultra Strength. It’s been molecularly distilled to remove things like mercury and PCBs, and it doesn’t have that unpleasant fishy aftertaste. Give it a try to boost your daily intake!
*Speak with your doctor before incorporating any supplement into your diet.
New Bites And Sips At The Deli
Our kitchen has been busy crafting a new menu item—stuffed avocados. We’ve got two varieties: Shrimp Ceviche and Mediterranean Salad. We only make them when the avocados are ripe and ready to ensure that they’re packed with flavor.
In celebration of spring, we’re making thirst-quenching batches of Strawberry Lemonade all month long. It’s made with alkaline water, organic lemons, organic strawberries, and organic agave. It’s bright, sweet, and just a tad tart.
Smoothie of the Month: Mango Margarita
In honor of Cinco de Mayo and our love for a fabulously blended beverage, we give you May’s Smoothie of the Month: the Mango Margarita. Juicy organic mango is blended with organic orange juice, organic lime juice, and just a touch of sea salt for balance. It’s a sip of spring!
Charity of the Month: North Shore Land Alliance
Concerned about the changing environmental landscape of Long Island, a group of friends founded the North Shore Land Alliance. Beginning in 2003, it has worked to preserve Long Island habitats, including wetlands, green spaces, farmland, historical sites, and groundwater. Through outreach, volunteerism, and education, it has succeeded in protecting over 1,000 acres of land and continues to advocate for the adoption of better conservation laws. Since its founding, it has grown to include over 200 volunteers. To see their work in action, just visit the Shore Road Sanctuary in Cold Spring Harbor, where they’ve transformed a former Exxon Mobil fueling site into eight acres of thriving grassland.
Join the RT Team
Are you interested in how supplements and vitamins support good health? Are you a great communicator? Then you might be interested in our opening for a Wellness Clerk. We’re looking for a go-getter with a great attitude who is a team player. Details about the position include:
- It’s part-time
- You must be able to work Sundays and some weeknights from 1-6PM
- Prior experience in supplements, in customer service, and as a cashier is required
Find out more about the position.
Working at Rising Tide
When it comes to grocery stores, we may be on the smaller side, but what we lack in square footage, we make up for in company culture and teamwork. There’s a reason why our team members know customers’ names, products they prefer, and even what’s going on in their lives. It’s because one of our core hiring principles is finding candidates that are a good match with our culture. Generosity, positivity, and a can-do spirit are some of our top priorities when we hire. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
APRIL 2025
We made it! Winter is behind us, temperatures are rising, and the desire to be outside is growing. If your green thumb is itching, your barbecue is calling, or your patio beckons, we get it. We’ve got all the goods to get you into your backyard, whether to garden, to grill, or to enjoy some apps on your patio.
Spring also means it’s time to open the windows and give your home a refresh. Come in to grab your favorite eco-friendly cleaners for your seasonal clean.
We’ll see you in the store!
With gratitude,
Jerry
Refresh & Renewal
As you dust off your winter blues and get your home ready for spring and summer, RT is stocked with your favorite effective, environmentally-friendly cleaners.
- Seventh Generation All-Purpose Cleaners are USDA Certified Biobased and use essential oils rather than artificial fragrances, making it safer to spray in your home.
- All that spring scrubbing can wreak havoc on your hands. Before you clean, pick up If You Care rubber gloves. They’re made from FSC-certified latex sourced from well-managed forests. Take care of the environment while you take care of your skin.
- Does it ever feel like the dishes in your sink multiply all on their own? While doing dishes is an every-season chore, Mrs. Meyers’ Dish Soap offers garden-inspired scents so you can bring spring right into your kitchen.
Happy Passover
Rising Tide wishes a Happy Passover to all who celebrated!
Happy Easter
Let your kiddo celebrate Easter with Yum Earth’s Easter Egg Hunt Kit. As for your holiday table, come shop for everything you need, including your ham or rack of lamb.
Earth Day
Rising Tide believes Earth Day should be recognized every day. From small acts like shopping with reusable bags and cutting down on single-use items to larger efforts like eating more plant-based foods and choosing products that are organic and/or made using regenerative farming practices, we are committed to helping you shop better for your family and the environment. That said, on April 22nd, we’ll be celebrating the earth right along with you!
Come in for discounted prices on environmentally-minded products like If You Care and Compostic—which makes cling wrap designed to be compost-friendly and breaks down in just about 24 weeks!
Seasonal Produce
Seasonal Fruits
It might have a devilish name but blood oranges are angels when it comes to nutrition. Packed with fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants, this distinctive citrus fruit is worthy of attention. Their rich red hue comes from its high level of anthocyanins—a type of antioxidant. Found in other fruits like blueberries and blackberries, anthocyanins have protective qualities, are anti-inflammatory, and are good for brain health. Create a citrusy salsa with some blood oranges and place over fish or chicken to incorporate bright flavor.
Seasonal Veggies
How about dinner with a side of antioxidants and heart health? Add asparagus to your plate and that’s exactly what you’ll get. Fun fact: these green spears got their name from the Greek word asparagos, which means “sprout” or “shoot.” They’re great with just about any protein and can be made on the grill, in the oven, or right on the stove.
Need some inspiration? Try this recipe: Gruyere with Potatoes and Asparagus
Wellness Matters
Steve’s Supplement Suggestion
Here comes allergy season. Steve is ready with his recommendations based on customer feedback. If you’re suffering from seasonal allergies, our top picks are Oregon’s Wild Harvest Nettle Quercetin, Ortho Molecular Products D-Hist, and for kids, customers have liked Boiron AllergyCalm Kids’ Tablets.
*Speak with your doctor before incorporating any supplement into your diet.
Smoothie of the Month: Strawberry Glow
What happens when you blend strawberries, bananas, Medjool dates, collagen powder, almond milk, and a pinch of salt? You glow… more specifically you get a Strawberry Glow. Come in and try this radiant blend for yourself!
Charity of the Month
Founded in 1986, the people behind the Coalition to Save Hempstead Harbor have worked tirelessly to rally the public’s interest in restoring the harbor to its full ecological potential. It’s been a mission that Jerry and Rising Tide have supported for over 30 years. Protecting and promoting the harbor’s resiliency, as well as educating the public, are included in the advocacy work that CSHH does to ensure that our harbor is and remains healthy, sustainable, and thriving.
Rising Tide has proudly been in partnership with CSHH for decades. We congratulate them as they celebrate 40 years of protecting and promoting the health of Hempstead Harbor.
Join the RT Team
Are you interested in how supplements and vitamins support good health? Are you a great communicator? Then you might be interested in our opening for a Wellness Clerk. We’re looking for a go-getter with a great attitude who is a team player. Details about the position include:
- It’s part-time
- You must be able to work Sundays and some weeknights from 1-6PM
- Prior experience in supplements, in customer service, and as a cashier is required
Find out more about the position.
Working at Rising Tide
When it comes to grocery stores, we may be on the smaller side, but what we lack in square footage, we make up for in company culture and teamwork. There’s a reason why our team members know customers’ names, products they prefer, and even what’s going on in their lives. It’s because one of our core hiring principles is finding candidates that are a good match with our culture. Generosity, positivity, and a can-do spirit are some of our top priorities when we hire. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
Summer’s Chopped Summer Salad
Fresh and filling, this salad is easy to make a meal out of, especially on those hot summer days when the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven or stove. Grilled chicken or shrimp also go well with this salad if you’re looking for an extra kick of protein.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- Arugula
- Artichoke hearts
- Slices of prosciutto
- Fresh mozzarella
- Roasted red pepper
- Cherry tomatoes
For the dressing:
- Pepper
- Salt
- Oregano
- Balsamic vinegar (or your vinegar of choice)
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions:
- Chop all of the ingredients into bite-sized pieces
- Toss in a bowl with your dressing
- Add the protein of your choice to make it a meal
Easy Tomato Gazpacho
Gazpacho is the perfect summer soup: it utilizes tomatoes, which are at their peak in the summer months and is designed to be eaten cold, which is perfect when you’re sweating it out in the heat. Try this recipe from the folks behind the vegetarian and vegan focused blog, Love and Lemons.
Ingredients:
- 1 English cucumber
- 2½ pounds ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 fresno chiles, or ½ red bell pepper, stemmed and seeded
- ¼ small red onion, rinsed
- 2 garlic cloves
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
- 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 1¼ teaspoons sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Cherry tomatoes, for garnish
- Fresh herbs, for garnish
Instructions:
- Finely chop ¼ of the cucumber and reserve for garnish.
- Peel the remaining cucumber, cut into chunks, and transfer to a blender.
- Add the tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth.
- Season to taste and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Serve the soup garnished with the reserved diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, drizzles of olive oil, and freshly ground black pepper.
Pesto is one of those sauces where substitutions are super easy. In this recipe from the food blog, The Mediterranean Dish, you can use either pine nuts or walnuts. Pine nuts can get pricey, so remember to freeze what you don’t use. It’ll keep them fresher for longer and save you some money!
Basil Pesto
Ingredients:
- 2 cups packed basil leaves
- 1 to 2 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/3 cup pine nuts or walnuts, toasted
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt
- Black Pepper
Instructions:
- Fill a small saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water and set it near your stove. Set up a food processor with the blade attachment (or get your blender all plugged in and ready).
- Briefly blanch the basil: Drop the basil leaves in the boiling water and blanch just until they’re wilted, 5 to 10 seconds. Use tongs to transfer the basil leaves to the prepared ice water. This stops them from continuing to cook.
- Dry the basil very well: Wrap the basil in paper towels. Squeeze to wring out all the water and transfer to the food processor, along with the garlic, pine nuts, and lemon juice.
- Blend: Pulse until everything has broken down into small chunks. With the processor running on low speed, slowly pour in the extra virgin olive oil. Do not run the processor too long, you want to have a little bit of texture to your basil pesto.
- Stir in the parmesan: Transfer the basil mixture to a small bowl. Add the cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix to combine. If your pesto is looking a little thicker or less smooth than you like it, add a little bit more extra virgin olive oil.
- Serve or store: Use immediately or store for later.
Here are some great notes for storing:
- Storage: Transfer the pesto to a mason jar. Cover with a thin layer of extra virgin olive oil (this creates a seal and prevents air from getting to it). Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to two weeks. As you use some of the pesto over time, be sure to replenish the thin layer of extra virgin olive oil on top.
To Freeze: Freeze in a tightly-closed freezer-safe jar with a thin layer of olive oil on top for up to 6 months. Or, if you want to freeze it in smaller amounts, pour the pesto into ice cube trays and freeze until hard. Once frozen, transfer the pesto cubes to a freezer-safe bag.
View the top supplements for Adult and Child immunity support, hand-picked by our expert staff! Get them at Rising Tide today!
- Adult:
- Bluebonnet Vitamin D3 5000 iu
- Enhance Calcium Absorption, Support Bone Health, Elevate Mood, Boost Immune Health
- Garden of Life raw zinc
- Provides 30mg of high-potency zinc (273% of the Daily Value) plus 60mg of vitamin C. Twenty-three powdered organically grown fruits and vegetables, plus 75 alkalizing trace minerals, add supporting antioxidants, vitamins and nutrient cofactors.
- supports immune system health, skin and eye health, prostate health and has live probiotics and enzymes to support healthy digestion.
- Garden of Life raw vitamin C
- Vitamin Code Raw Vitamin C supplies 500mg of whole food Vitamin C with bioflavonoids, blended in a base of 23 fruits and vegetables with live probiotics and enzymes to support immune health.
- Gaia Black Elderberry caps or syrup
- Daily immune support to help you stay feeling well year-round
- Made with Black Elderberries and Acerola fruit
- Host Defense My Community caps or liquid
- used to promote seasonal wellness.
- Promotes the immune system’s natural ability to communicate and react, Encouraging a healthy and balanced immune response, Supporting the body’s innate defense and repair systems.
- Child
- Garden of Life Immune gummy
- Garden of Life Kid’s probiotic (berry)
- Each chewable is Certified USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified tastes great and has no added sugar.
- It also contains vitamin C from Organic Amla (30mg), vitamin D (400IU) and prebiotic fiber to help maintain a healthy immune system.
- Gaia Black elderberry syrup
- Daily immune support to help you stay feeling well year-round
- Made with Black Elderberries and Acerola fruit
- Bluebonnet Vitamin D chewable 1000-2000 iu
- Enhance Calcium Absorption, Support Bone Health, Elevate Mood, Boost Immune Health
- Child Life First defense liquid
- Hand-selected herbs and minerals known to help support your child’s body’s healthy immune response.
- Zinc, Olive Leaf Extract, St. John’s Wort Extract, Larch Arabinogalactan Extract, Silver (Colloidal),
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
