When it comes to shopping for great local foods, New Leaf Community Markets came out on top in our Local Hero polling. “I’m quite flattered that Edible Monterey Bay readers selected us,” says owner Scott Roseman. “I think readers care that New Leaf Community Markets is a value-driven business that’s true to its mission to nourish and sustain our community.” In addition to selling many foods that originate locally, New Leaf continues to honor the commitment Roseman made when starting the business 27 years ago to give 10% of the profits back to the community. New Leaf currently has seven stores in our area, with an eighth store set to open in Pleasanton in May.
Runners up were: Staff of Life in Santa Cruz and Whole Foods, with locations in Santa Cruz, Capitola and Monterey.
About the author
Deborah Luhrman is publisher and editor of Edible Monterey Bay. A lifelong journalist, she has reported from around the globe, but now prefers covering our flourishing local food scene and growing her own vegetables in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
