The Urban Co-Op

The Urban Co-Op We are an organic & sustainable Co-operative Grocery & Wellness Hub Anyone can become a member, and everyone is welcome to shop.
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Since establishment The Urban Co-op continues to champion organic and local produce and support local suppliers. It is creating community wealth rather than shareholder wealth, by challenging traditional business models, ownership and control. Our Mission

• Offer a fair and sustainable alternative to commercial profit-oriented business
• To be a successful co-operative model, both in Limeric

k and beyond
• Source the best organic, local and sustainable food
• Develop our wellness hub where people can learn, avail of therapies and treatments enhancing the lives of our members, customers and the community
• To be guided by the Principles of Co-operatives


Our Values
The Urban Co-op success is based on achieving our values not focusing on our balance sheet alone! These are:
• We endeavour to be a responsible and ethical employer
• We offer a diversity of products with an emphasis on organic, minimally processed and healthful foods
• We prefer to buy from local, earth-friendly producers
• We consciously operate towards zero waste and a circular economy
• We promote a holistic approach to wellness and understand that everyone has their own unique journey to make
• We try to lead by example, educating ourselves and others about health and nutrition, cooperation and the environment
• We continuously reflect and try to improve everything we do
• We facilitate volunteerism for marginalised groups in a dynamic environment that enhances educational opportunities and social change

WHAT IF IT ALL COLLAPSED? is the title of Anne's April Topical Commentary⁠⁠Perhaps I am a catastrophist. Perhaps it’s a ...
19/04/2026

WHAT IF IT ALL COLLAPSED? is the title of Anne's April Topical Commentary⁠
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Perhaps I am a catastrophist. Perhaps it’s a negative mindset that I grew up with. A throwback to famine days? Perhaps it is because I studied the area of nutrition in emergencies and once planned to go work at a therapeutic feeding centre in Africa. But I often imagine the scenario of our shelves empty of food and the panic that ensues for the population. What would you do if your pantry was bare? Where would you go? Is there a local farmer you trust where you can get some food? Is there a garden nearby? How far is it from your home? Do you know how to get there? How would we organise ourselves to share food in an emergency?⁠
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Use the link below for the full article⁠
https://www.theurbanco-op.ie/blogs/category/topical-commentary
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Pesto Vegano... is Jacques's April vegan recipe⁠⁠⁠It is not easy to find dairy-free / vegan ones, but it is so easy to m...
18/04/2026

Pesto Vegano... is Jacques's April vegan recipe⁠
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It is not easy to find dairy-free / vegan ones, but it is so easy to make it yourself.⁠
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Wonderful with linguine or in gnocchi, on warm potatoes or in a mixed bean and veggies dish.⁠
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Ingredients⁠
2 bunches of basil⁠
1 or 2 garlic cloves⁠
a handful of pine nuts⁠
Juice from ½ a lemon⁠
a pinch of salt⁠
a heaped tablespoon of Natural Hungry Soul.⁠
a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, ½ cup or a little more⁠

Method
Put everything except the Natural Hungry Soul into your food processor and blend a few times until you have a uniform, runny sauce.
Add the tablespoon of Natural Hungry Soul and blend once more.

That is all that is required …

Follow us for more recipes or use the link below
https://www.theurbanco-op.ie/blogs/category/vegan-recipes
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April's review is Palm Free Shampoo BarI absolutely love the Palm Free shampoo bar. It really ticks all the boxes for me...
17/04/2026

April's review is Palm Free Shampoo Bar

I absolutely love the Palm Free shampoo bar. It really ticks all the boxes for me. Irish-made, palm-free, plastic-free and genuinely effective. From the first use, it felt like a product I could rely on.

It lathers beautifully and leaves my hair feeling clean and fresh without being stripped. The scent is gentle and natural, which I really appreciate. Nothing overpowering, just a lovely, subtle freshness. I’ve also noticed that it has a nice clarifying effect. I usually wash my hair every second day, but with this bar I can stretch it to a third day, which means less washing, less waste and healthier hair overall.

Use the link below for the full review
https://www.theurbanco-op.ie/blogs/category/my-favourite-product



13/04/2026

🧂 Salt isn’t the villain we’ve been told it is.

Today, Anne talks about the 9th principle of traditional diets:

👉 using unrefined salt and not being afraid of it.

Yes, it can be a controversial topic.

But not all salt is created equal.

Unrefined salts contain trace minerals that play a role in hydration, nerve function, and overall balance in the body.

The real question isn’t just how much salt…

It’s the type.

Like everything we talk about, it comes back to quality and wise traditions.

🎥 Watch the Reel to hear Anne explain it

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💬 What’s your take on salt?

11/04/2026




🌿 World Health Day but for us, it’s every day!At The Urban Co-Op, wellbeing isn’t a trend, it’s part of how we live.From...
07/04/2026

🌿 World Health Day but for us, it’s every day!

At The Urban Co-Op, wellbeing isn’t a trend, it’s part of how we live.

From sourcing real, nourishing food, to supporting your body through walk-in clinic, Pilates, and yoga, it’s all here under one roof.

Because looking after yourself doesn’t have to be complicated.

It’s the small, consistent choices that make the difference.

Eat well. Move well. Take a moment.
And most importantly, don’t forget to look after yourself 💚

Anne's April recommended reading is NOURISHING TRADITIONS BOOK OF BABY & CHILDCARE⁠⁠I wish I had this at the beginning b...
05/04/2026

Anne's April recommended reading is NOURISHING TRADITIONS BOOK OF BABY & CHILDCARE⁠
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I wish I had this at the beginning but there you go ..maybe I can wait for grandkids. We love to welcome the new co-op babies and delight in seeing them thrive on nourishing foods! Having a guidebook for the journey is always a help so can we recommend the Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby & Childcare. It’s a keeper! There are recipes and remedies for reference. ⁠
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Use the link below for more recommended reading⁠
⁠https://www.theurbanco-op.ie/blogs/category/recommended-reading

BEEF & HASH: A HEARTY BREAKFAST! why not try our April recipe?⁠⁠eef for breakfast? Why not? This hearty and filling dish...
04/04/2026

BEEF & HASH: A HEARTY BREAKFAST! why not try our April recipe?⁠
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eef for breakfast? Why not? This hearty and filling dish makes a great breakfast or lunch, and uses ingredients you are likely to have in your pantry and freezer.⁠
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It is enjoyed by everyone in our house and extended family.⁠
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Use the link below for the recipe⁠
⁠https://www.theurbanco-op.ie/blogs/beef-hash-a-hearty-breakfast

Celebrate Carrot Day! 🥕We're excited to showcase the gorgeous carrots sourced from Larkins Hill!Whether roasted, mashed,...
04/04/2026

Celebrate Carrot Day! 🥕

We're excited to showcase the gorgeous carrots sourced from Larkins Hill!

Whether roasted, mashed, blended into soups, simmered in stews, or even baked in cake, carrots always deliver deliciousness.

Our selection? Local, organic, and cultivated in a manner that respects nature's intentions!

Often, it’s the most basic ingredients that deserve our appreciation.

You can find them fresh at The Urban Co-Op. 🌱

How do you enjoy preparing carrots?

03/04/2026
02/04/2026

🥄 Fat isn’t the enemy, but not all fats are the same.

Today Anne is talking about one of the key principles of traditional diets:

👉 embracing natural saturated fats and avoiding industrial seed oils.

For generations, people cooked with butter, animal fats, and whole food ingredients. Foods that nourished and sustained.

Modern diets? Not so much.

This isn’t about fear, it’s about understanding where your food comes from and how it supports your body.

Real food. Real fats. Real nourishment 💚

🎥 Watch the Reel to learn more

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💬 What do you usually cook with?

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8 Eastway Business Park
Limerick
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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 3pm
Thursday 11am - 3pm
Friday 11am - 3pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
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The Urban Co-op is Limerick’s first co-operative grocery store to be owned, controlled and operated by the community. Our aim is to sell wholesome food at affordable prices, providing maximum transparency in the process. We support local farmers, growers, producers and start-ups. We are proud of our relationship with our suppliers, and the quality of their produce. We prioritise sourcing food from organic, sustainable, ethical farming practices and we support local, artisan producers.

We follow the seven co-operative principles, with community and education being of special importance. Our community, our membership, comprises the consumers who shop in the store, the staff and volunteers who work there, and the farmers, bakers, producers and suppliers who feed us. Membership is open to all. We are growing all the time, and we encourage you to join us in building a great community project for a sustainable Limerick, and of course - a great place to shop!