Bulk organic wholefoods in the heart of Cairns

Community Foods Co-op
Shop 6, Oceana Walk
62 Grafton Street
Cairns QLD 4870

Hours
Monday to Thursday 10am-3pm
Friday 8am-5pm

Saturday 9am-1pm
Sunday Closed

 
 
That's what we're about at Community Foods 💚 Visit us if you'd like to know more about what we do and how you can be involved.
That's what we're about at Community Foods 💚 Visit us if you'd like to know more about what we do and how you can be involved.
At Community Foods we love sticky rice! Stock up on fresh bananas and leaves from @rustysmarkets then pop over to see us for all other ingredients 🍌 From Community Food Co-op • 500 g sushi rice, soaked in water overnight • 400 ml coco
At Community Foods we love sticky rice! Stock up on fresh bananas and leaves from @rustysmarkets then pop over to see us for all other ingredients 🍌 From Community Food Co-op • 500 g sushi rice, soaked in water overnight • 400 ml coconut milk • ½ tsp sea salt • 200 g coconut sugar • 1 tbsp coconut oil From Rusty's Markets • 4 large banana leaves, cut into 20 cm x 30 cm rectangles • 4 ripe bananas, peeled, halved lengthways, then crossways 1. Soak rice in water overnight 2. Strain, then put in a hot wok or saucepan with coconut milk, salt and sugar. 3. Stir until coconut milk is absorbed, then add oil. 4. Take off heat and cool. 5. Soften banana leaves by steaming, or on a hot pan. 6. Heap a tbs on rice into middle of leaf put banana onto the rice and add more rice on top of banana. 7. Wrap up the banana leaf, should wrap easily if banana leaf is soft from heat. 8. Place parcels into steamer, steam 30 mins.
Are you trying to live a more conscious and less wasteful lifestyle? We have all your cleaning needs sorted! Remember to BYO jars and containers to save 5 percent 👌
Are you trying to live a more conscious and less wasteful lifestyle? We have all your cleaning needs sorted! Remember to BYO jars and containers to save 5 percent 👌
Going against the grain, pun intended, shoutout to our biodynamic rainfed brown rice supplier, Slater Farms 🙌 Utilising biodynamic practices leads to a reduction in negative impacts on the environment. Not to mention, each tiny morsel of goodness ta
Going against the grain, pun intended, shoutout to our biodynamic rainfed brown rice supplier, Slater Farms 🙌 Utilising biodynamic practices leads to a reduction in negative impacts on the environment. Not to mention, each tiny morsel of goodness tastes better and has a higher nutritional density 🤩
Cacao butter in store at Community Foods! Did you know you can make your own chocolate by combining cacao butter, cacao nibs and coconut sugar 🥥 The heat and blending transform it into a rich, thick liquid. Pour into any mold, and leave to set in th
Cacao butter in store at Community Foods! Did you know you can make your own chocolate by combining cacao butter, cacao nibs and coconut sugar 🥥 The heat and blending transform it into a rich, thick liquid. Pour into any mold, and leave to set in the freezer. You can also add nuts, chilli flakes and dried fruit to spice things up 🌶️ #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Stock up on organic jasmine rice! Its aroma and lightly fluffy texture make it the perfect accompaniment to a Thai green curry 💚
Stock up on organic jasmine rice! Its aroma and lightly fluffy texture make it the perfect accompaniment to a Thai green curry 💚
This month we're loving all things rice! Rice is the world's third most produced grain, and you better believe it comes in a rainbow of colours, shapes and sizes. Visit us to stock up and give them all a go 🌾
This month we're loving all things rice! Rice is the world's third most produced grain, and you better believe it comes in a rainbow of colours, shapes and sizes. Visit us to stock up and give them all a go 🌾
A great way to enjoy local fruit out of season is to utilise our supply of dried fruit. From cherries and mangos to cranberries and pineapple, dried fruit are a great source of micronutrients 🍍
A great way to enjoy local fruit out of season is to utilise our supply of dried fruit. From cherries and mangos to cranberries and pineapple, dried fruit are a great source of micronutrients 🍍
We're fully stocked with organic, chemical free goodies. Visit us at Community Foods for all your supplies 💚 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
We're fully stocked with organic, chemical free goodies. Visit us at Community Foods for all your supplies 💚 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
We're heading into a long weekend, but don't fret, we're still around for your Friday and Saturday shopping. Stock up on all your favourite organic, local and sustainably grown goodies 🌱
We're heading into a long weekend, but don't fret, we're still around for your Friday and Saturday shopping. Stock up on all your favourite organic, local and sustainably grown goodies 🌱
Nothings beats a fresh batch of your very own peanut butter 🥜 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Nothings beats a fresh batch of your very own peanut butter 🥜 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Make sure to leave us a review. We love what we do, and we love hearing from you 💚
Make sure to leave us a review. We love what we do, and we love hearing from you 💚
Baking, dressing, sprouting, drinking. Stack your shelves with all the goodness 😋 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Baking, dressing, sprouting, drinking. Stack your shelves with all the goodness 😋 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Raw cacao nibs are nature's chocolate chips 🍪 Packed with antioxidants, magnesium and fibre, add a sprinkle of these nutrient-rich pieces to any meal. Now in store at Community Foods 🌱 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping
Raw cacao nibs are nature's chocolate chips 🍪 Packed with antioxidants, magnesium and fibre, add a sprinkle of these nutrient-rich pieces to any meal. Now in store at Community Foods 🌱 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Did you know you can make lip balm at home? Come see us at Community Foods to get all you need to keep your lips smooth and nourished 💋 Equipment A jar or double boiler Approximately 4 lip balm tubes or two lip balm tins A wooden skewer (optional)
Did you know you can make lip balm at home? Come see us at Community Foods to get all you need to keep your lips smooth and nourished 💋 Equipment A jar or double boiler Approximately 4 lip balm tubes or two lip balm tins A wooden skewer (optional) Ingredients 15 Tbsp cacao butter 2 tsp coconut oil 1 tsp beeswax beads 1/2 tsp honey Directions 1. Combine all ingredients in a jar. 2. Place in the oven at 90°C and heat until the beeswax has completely melted, approx 10 mins. You can also do it on the stove top. 3. Stir the mixture as it melts using a wooden skewer. 4. Remove from heat and carefully pour into your lip balm tubes or tins. 5. Allow to cool at room temperature or in the fridge until completely solid. 6. Store in a cool place to ensure it remains solid. #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Unlike regular green tea, matcha is made from ground whole tea leaves, offering a higher concentration of antioxidants, specifically catechins, which are known for their cancer-fighting properties 🍵 It's not just about the caffeine boost, matcha p
Unlike regular green tea, matcha is made from ground whole tea leaves, offering a higher concentration of antioxidants, specifically catechins, which are known for their cancer-fighting properties 🍵 It's not just about the caffeine boost, matcha provides a unique amino acid called L-theanine that promotes mental clarity and focus without the jitteriness of coffee 💚 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Stock up on your fav organic wholefoods at Community Foods 🌱 Get a little or a lot, and don't forget to BYO packaging to save 5% #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoo
Stock up on your fav organic wholefoods at Community Foods 🌱 Get a little or a lot, and don't forget to BYO packaging to save 5% #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
This month we're obsessed with all things Cacao! From a sacred treat to its modern day status as a superfood, cacao is more than just a rich, chocolatey flavour 🍫 It's a powerhouse of antioxidants, minerals, and heart healthy compounds. We have a ra
This month we're obsessed with all things Cacao! From a sacred treat to its modern day status as a superfood, cacao is more than just a rich, chocolatey flavour 🍫 It's a powerhouse of antioxidants, minerals, and heart healthy compounds. We have a range of cacao products now in store, including butter and nibs for you to get creative with 🙌 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Sweeten your life with coconut sugar 🥥 Rich in nutrients and low on the glycemic index, it's the perfect natural alternative 🌴 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodC
Sweeten your life with coconut sugar 🥥 Rich in nutrients and low on the glycemic index, it's the perfect natural alternative 🌴 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
Thank you to everyone who leaves a kind word and shares their experience with us 💚 If you've visited Community Foods, be it once or religiously over the last 25 years, we'd love to hear from you 🤩 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticf
Thank you to everyone who leaves a kind word and shares their experience with us 💚 If you've visited Community Foods, be it once or religiously over the last 25 years, we'd love to hear from you 🤩 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns
That's what we're about at Community Foods 💚 Visit us if you'd like to know more about what we do and how you can be involved. At Community Foods we love sticky rice! Stock up on fresh bananas and leaves from @rustysmarkets then pop over to see us for all other ingredients 🍌 From Community Food Co-op • 500 g sushi rice, soaked in water overnight • 400 ml coco Are you trying to live a more conscious and less wasteful lifestyle? We have all your cleaning needs sorted! Remember to BYO jars and containers to save 5 percent 👌 Going against the grain, pun intended, shoutout to our biodynamic rainfed brown rice supplier, Slater Farms 🙌 Utilising biodynamic practices leads to a reduction in negative impacts on the environment. Not to mention, each tiny morsel of goodness ta Cacao butter in store at Community Foods! Did you know you can make your own chocolate by combining cacao butter, cacao nibs and coconut sugar 🥥 The heat and blending transform it into a rich, thick liquid. Pour into any mold, and leave to set in th Stock up on organic jasmine rice! Its aroma and lightly fluffy texture make it the perfect accompaniment to a Thai green curry 💚 This month we're loving all things rice! Rice is the world's third most produced grain, and you better believe it comes in a rainbow of colours, shapes and sizes. Visit us to stock up and give them all a go 🌾 A great way to enjoy local fruit out of season is to utilise our supply of dried fruit. From cherries and mangos to cranberries and pineapple, dried fruit are a great source of micronutrients 🍍 We're fully stocked with organic, chemical free goodies. Visit us at Community Foods for all your supplies 💚 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns We're heading into a long weekend, but don't fret, we're still around for your Friday and Saturday shopping. Stock up on all your favourite organic, local and sustainably grown goodies 🌱 Nothings beats a fresh batch of your very own peanut butter 🥜 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns Make sure to leave us a review. We love what we do, and we love hearing from you 💚 Baking, dressing, sprouting, drinking. Stack your shelves with all the goodness 😋 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodCairns Raw cacao nibs are nature's chocolate chips 🍪 Packed with antioxidants, magnesium and fibre, add a sprinkle of these nutrient-rich pieces to any meal. Now in store at Community Foods 🌱 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping Did you know you can make lip balm at home? Come see us at Community Foods to get all you need to keep your lips smooth and nourished 💋 Equipment A jar or double boiler Approximately 4 lip balm tubes or two lip balm tins A wooden skewer (optional) Unlike regular green tea, matcha is made from ground whole tea leaves, offering a higher concentration of antioxidants, specifically catechins, which are known for their cancer-fighting properties 🍵 It's not just about the caffeine boost, matcha p Stock up on your fav organic wholefoods at Community Foods 🌱 Get a little or a lot, and don't forget to BYO packaging to save 5% #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoo This month we're obsessed with all things Cacao! From a sacred treat to its modern day status as a superfood, cacao is more than just a rich, chocolatey flavour 🍫 It's a powerhouse of antioxidants, minerals, and heart healthy compounds. We have a ra Sweeten your life with coconut sugar 🥥 Rich in nutrients and low on the glycemic index, it's the perfect natural alternative 🌴 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticfreeshopping #SustainableFood #BulkFoodStore #EthicalFood #OrganicFoodC Thank you to everyone who leaves a kind word and shares their experience with us 💚 If you've visited Community Foods, be it once or religiously over the last 25 years, we'd love to hear from you 🤩 #communityfoodscairns #organicfoodcairns #plasticf

Food for people,
not for profit

A non-profit, volunteer-run co-operative. Serving the Cairns community since 1998.

Plastic-free shopping

Bring your own jars and bags for a 5% discount!