How to make stove-top popcorn
Who doesn't love a big bowl of popcorn? Throw on a movie and call it a perfect cozy night in. We will tell you how to make popcorn on the...
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Five Eco-Activities for Kids
March Break is almost here, and it will look very different for most families. While there won't be any exciting trips abroad, there is always so much adventure to be...
How to use ranch seasoning
If you haven't heard, we sell a delicious vegan ranch seasoning! It is so versatile, and can be used in so many different recipes. We thought we would share some recipe...
Why we don't sell new containers
We often get asked why we don’t sell new, empty containers in our stores. We’ve given this a lot of thought, and would like to share our reasons with you....
Guide to Use A Safety Razor From Your Favourite Zero Waste Shop
Using a safety razor for women can be really intimidating – it’s metal, it’s sharp, it’s different than any other ‘normal’ razors in today's world. I get it. It took...
Shop Update: Reopening
Hello, On Thursday June 25 we are going to reopen our doors to the public for bulk and retail shopping. We will still be offering online shopping with curbside pickup. Our...
it's time to act.
We stand with the protestors. Talking about race and our privilege is uncomfortable – but a willingness to be uncomfortable is part of how we learn and grow. I recognize...
Second Location!
Downtown Dartmouth, here we come! The Tare Shop will be joining the Portland Street community, and we are realy excited about it. We've been dreaming of this for quite a...
Three Ways to Make your Grocery Shopping Greener
Buy Bulk Buying pantry staples at bulk food stores allows you to shop package-free. The Tare Shop is just one example of a variety of stores that now let you...
How to Slow Down the Fast Fashion Cycle
Here are some tips so slowing down the fast fashion cycle and getting the most out of every piece of clothing. Give Your Clothes a Longer Life Span Repair You’ll...
How to Love Fashion, Sustainably
According to facts shared by Waste Reduction Week in Canada, North Americans alone send over 10 million tonnes of clothing to the landfill every year. A major contributor to this...
Three Easy Zero Waste Household Alternatives (and the Disposable Products You Never Need to Buy Again)
Aspiring to have a zero waste household can be a daunting task, but starting with a few easy switches can provide the momentum you need to get going. Here are...