What is TBC?
Triad Buying Co-op (TBC) is a food co-op in Winston Salem, NC. We are a local, natural, non-commercial alternative to grocery stores for retail shopping.
TBC is a cooperative organization, owned and operated by its members, who pool resources of time, talent, and money. We are a community aiming to provide high-quality natural products; promote economic, social, and environmental sustainability; and support local farms and producers. We have existed in Winston-Salem since 1974.
What can I get at TBC?
We focus on goods from local farms and local businesses, as well as regional and national suppliers of organic, natural, and sustainable goods. Specific items include:
- Staples like meat, produce, dairy, bread, and eggs
- Dry goods like beans, grains, flours, nuts, dried fruit, and seeds
- Natural household products and personal care items
Where is TBC?
TBC is located inside Acadia Foods at 228 W Acadia Avenue in Winston Salem, NC. Acadia is a restaurant and coffee shop. Come in, enjoy a coffee or meal, and shop for local and natural groceries!
How do I join?
Membership is not required to shop in the store. Retail shopping is open to all.
Join as a retail member to shop in the store as usual and receive a rebate. Retail memberships are $35 yearly and can be purchased at the cash register. Retail members receive a quarterly rebate based on store purchases in the form of a gift card to Acadia Foods and a vote in co-op elections and major decisions.
Join as a working member for the best prices and community experience. Working memberships are $35 yearly and require three to four hours of work per month. TBC working members enjoy online ordering every week, with order pick up at the co-op on Fridays. Working membership also includes a quarterly rebate based on store purchases in the form of a gift card to Acadia Foods and a vote in co-op elections and major decisions.
Please e-mail us with questions and membership inquiries.
