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Local Refillery is a planet-friendly grocer that offers convenient plastic-free zero-waste products

06/15/2026

When the weather gets warmer, we start craving iced beverages. 😋

Iced Matcha Lattes are one of our faves, with their delicious earthy flavour and antioxidant benefits. You don’t have to get dressed, go out, and spend a lot of money to get one. You can enjoy them in a matter of minutes while still in your jammies in the comfort of your own home with this simple recipe from Love and Lemons. 🥰

EQUIPMENT
Matcha Whisk (or frother if you don’t have one)

INGREDIENTS
1 teaspoon matcha powder (½ teaspoon for a milder latte)
¼ cup cold water
Ice
¾ cup milk of choice, such as almond or oat
Honey, maple syrup, or other sweetener of choice, optional, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Sift the matcha powder into a small bowl and add the water. Whisk vigorously to combine.
2. Fill a glass with ice and pour in the matcha mixture. Top with the milk, stir, and add sweetener to taste, if desired.
3. Alternatively, combine the matcha powder, water, and milk in a blender and blend until frothy. Serve over ice, adding sweetener to taste.

This recipe calls for cold water, while others call for recently boiled but not boiling water. See what works for best you!

Check out https://loveandlemons.com/iced-matcha-latte/ for extra little tips on this recipe and more delicious inspiration. 😊

06/12/2026

We’ve got some beautiful new soaps and candles from Standing Spruce Farm & Apothecary just waiting to be smelled and enjoyed! 🤩

06/09/2026

Just a few little Tuesday Tips for you. Most of these plastic-free storage tools are likely in your house already! 👌

Got any hot tips of your own? 😁

06/05/2026

NEW!! Beeswax Bread Bags & BUG OFF Lotion Bars from .ca . 😍

Elle Makes is a small, heart-led handmade family business focused on sustainable kitchen living. Each piece is made carefully using simple, high-quality materials & traditional methods. Inspired by slow living & from-scratch traditions, her products are designed to bring beauty, function, and intention into everyday home life.

Bread bags are perfect for sourdough, artisan loaves, cheese, fruits, veggies, and everyday gifting:
🥖 Come in 3 sizes and are a natural, breathable way to store your homemade and artisan bread.
👌 Designed to maintain the perfect balance of airflow and moisture, keeping your loaf fresh without trapping excess humidity that can lead to mold.
❤️ Hand-cut, sewn by hand, and made in small batches in Canada
👍 Made with 100% Cotton | Canadian Beeswax | Jojoba Oil | Pine Resin
😊 Reusable & easy to clean — simply wipe or rinse with cold water
♻️ Eco-friendly, zero waste, and fully compostable

BUG OFF Lotion Bars are crafted with a powerful blend of essential oils like Citronella, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Cedarwood, and Geranium, this bar keeps pesky bugs at bay while wrapping you in a fresh, herbal scent.

Why You’ll Love It:
🙌 Natural bug defense without harsh chemicals
🌼 Smells fresh, clean & earthy—never overpowering
👌 Compact, mess-free, and perfect for travel
🥰 Moisturizes dry skin with every use

06/03/2026

Making your own laundry detergent/booster is incredibly easy and a great way to save money!

We recently brought in some Soda Ash, otherwise known as Washing Soda, and have had some people asking about it, so thought we’d share this super simple recipe. Everything can be found in our little store, so no need to make multiple stops, looking for that one special ingredient.👌

All you need is:
1 cup epsom salt
3 cups baking soda
3 cups washing soda
1/2 cup sea salt
40-50 drops of essential oils (optional)

Just mix all those together in your favourite container and pop 1-2 tablespoons in per load of laundry. Easy peasy. Because there is no surfactant in this recipe, it works great for those who wear their clothes gently and only need a gentle wash, or as an extra boost when added to your regular laundry soap. 💪

For those curious about the financial end of things, this 7.5 cup batch cost $10.33. That will wash to 60-120 loads, depending on how much you use... which equals only 9-18 cents per load! 🤯

We especially love that this is customizable. If you don’t like scent, skip the essential oils. Maybe you want to change up the scent of your detergent now and then. No problem! And, since all of these items are in bulk at our store, you can either cut the recipe down to make a small batch and ensure you like it before committing to a big one, or bulk it up and make a big bucket full! 😁

05/31/2026

ENTER TO WIN our Elate Cosmetics Contest! 🥳

The spring line has been launched and we’re celebrating by giving away an amazing prize for one lucky winner!

✨ IGNITE Eyeshade
✨ LIVELY LipColour
✨ SOLACE EyeLine

The lustre and the smooth glide of these new EyeShade, Lip Stick and EyeLine Pencils encourage the curiosity and ease of the current moment. From soft smudges to bold lines, you get to define what ‘statement’ means to you in your Beauty rituals, while staying curious of the small moments that bring you joy. Scroll through to see the whole line. 😍

TO ENTER TO WIN, simply like this post and tell us what you love about natural cosmetics! 😁

Winner will be drawn Monday, June 1st at 10am. Good luck!

(Contest open to local residents only.)

05/29/2026

We’re excited to share the launch of our Community Partners Program, an initiative that allows us to support local organizations in a more meaningful and sustainable way.

This year, we’re supporting LUSH Valley Food Action Society, Cumberland Forest, and Comox Valley Food Bank .

We’re honoured to support these organizations and the important work they do. While we’re unable to accommodate additional sponsorship requests outside of this program, we’re always grateful to be part of such a generous and engaged community.

Thank you for supporting Local Refillery—and for helping us make a positive impact together. 💕

05/26/2026

Are these not the cutest? 😍🥑

Matcha Chocolate Avo Buns:

INGREDIENTS
3/4 cup (175 ml) lukewarm unsweetened plant milk
2 1/4 tsp (7 grams) active dried yeast
1/2 cup neutral cooking oil, such as canola
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 cup (100 grams) organic cane sugar
2 3/4 - 3 cups (400-450 gr) all purpose flour, as needed
Edible black paint, to decorate

For the matcha dough:
1 tbsp matcha + 1-1/2 tbsp milk

For the chocolate dough:
1 tsp cocoa powder + 1 tbsp milk

METHOD
Add lukewarm plant milk, yeast, oil, salt & sugar in a mixing bowl. Whisk until well mixed.

Slowly add in flour until a dough forms. Once dough has come together, use dough hook to knead the dough with stand mixed for 5-6 minutes or knead by hand on well-floured surface for 8-10 minutes, until uniform & elastic.

Remove a quarter of dough & set aside. The large piece will be your matcha dough. Flatten dough piece slightly & add the matcha & milk mixture. Knead until uniform, adding more flour as needed. Lightly spray a large bowl with oil, form the dough into a ball, & add to the bowl. Cover with clean dish towel and let rise in a warm place for 1.5-2 hours, until dough has doubled in size. The dough is done when you can push a finger into the dough and the dough does not spring back.

To make chocolate dough, flatten the dough pieces & add the cocoa powder & milk mixture. Then follow same steps as matcha dough.

When matcha dough is ready, roll it into a log & cut into 10 even pieces. Shape each piece to the shape of an avocado & make an indent where the seed will be. Place on baking tray covered with baking paper & cover with a clean dish towel.

When chocolate dough is ready, roll into small golf-balls & place in the middle of the avocado buns where the indent is.

Place buns on a baking tray covered with baking paper & cover with a clean dish towel. Let rise for 30 minutes to 1 hours, until light and puffy.

Preheat oven to 200C/400F. Bake buns for 8-14 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool completely.

Decorate buns with edible paint. Best kept in an airtight container and enjoyed within a day.

is the genius behind these adorable little creations. Check her out!

Address

420 Fitzgerald Avenue
Courtenay, BC
V9N7N2

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5am
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Website

http://www.localrefillery.com/

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