POTSDAM -- This month's Third Thursday Tastings at the Potsdam Food Co-op, 24 Elm St., is set for Feb. 19 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and will feature aloe vera drinks, chocolate bars, and fig cookies.

You may have used aloe vera to soothe sunburn or help heal a cut. Since ancient times it has been known for its healing properties. It is also a health powerhouse full of vitamins, minerals, and essential amino acids. ALO aloe vera drinks deliver these nutrients with immense hydration from the inside out.

AlterEco chocolates begin with cacao beans from Peru and Ecuador, then travel to Switzerland where expert chocolatiers craft unique bars and truffles. AlterEco is committed to a minimally processed organic product. They work with Fair Trade small farms and are proud of their status as a carbon neutral company.

Pamela's Figgies & Jammies are filled with real fig and fruits. This gluten-free version of the traditional fig cookie is so delicious, the whole family will enjoy them. The Pamela label is a pioneer in the gluten-free industry and continues their tradition of sourcing the finest ingredients and not relying on artificial additives or high fructose corn syrup.

Info: 265-4630.