"Definitely try to order them online directly from a grower.  It's a whole different experience. 
http://www.localharvest.org/store/fruits.jsp?nm=name:'dates'
http://www.datepeople.net/2011-2012-price-list
Thanks.
ka"

"Wow!  Forget about Brothers Produce..."

"I've found another bulk organic produce distributor in the Dallas area.  They are called Brothers Produce and they are located at 2600 McCree Rd, Garland, TX 75041.  Their phone number is (214) 428-6666. 
I still love Hardies.  I've been going there…"

"I have a Vitamix Creations, but I think any model would work.  If you want to make a rich banana ice cream without any water at all, just blend a fresh banana in your Vitamix first.  When you have the fresh banana whipped up nicely, add your frozen…"

"Great topic!  It's good to know that not everyone is 100 like they claim....that there are others who struggle with how to incorporate this lifestyle into their lives successfully.  Thanks for being so courageous and thank you for sharing....
 
gs"

"Don't Freelee and Harley now promote McDougall's Starch Solution Diet as a backup plan?  Why the pushback on the "starch based mcdougall diet convictions"?  Just curious...
gs"

"What brand of carob did you buy?  I notice that no matter which brand I buy, it doesn't really have ANY FLAVOR AT ALL.  What does your carob powder taste like dry, straight out of the package??  To me, it's kind of earthy and wholesome tasting, but…"

"I ordered fruit and greens from Hardies on 10/3.   Several cases of fruit that I ordered had to be pre-ordered, so I won't be able to get those until 10/7.  I was able to pick up enough to manage over the weekend, but it would have been nice to know…"

"TRUE!!"

"Hardie's Fruit and Vegetables
1005 North Cockrell Hill Road Dallas, TX 75211 Phone: 214.426.5666
I called this location this morning.  I was told that they do sell to the public.  The last page of their produce list (I pulled my copy from their…"