Author Archive: Guest Contributor
Incredible Spices of India
Please welcome back our guest contributor, the amazing Purabi of Cosmopolitan Currymania. If you haven’t checked out her website, we recommend that you do! Born and raised in India, Purabi current lives in Hong Kong with her son, daughter, and husband. She is passionate about food, and delights in sharing the flavors of India. Welcome [...]
What Could Be Lurking In Your Favorite Happy Hour Drink?
Hi, my name’s Kelly and I’ve been told that I get giddy when talking about fitness and nutrition. I’m a southern California girl, born and raised. I moved to northern California for my undergrad and moved right back down south for grad school. I have been a vegetarian for about thirteen years and tried being [...]
Guest/Ngawang: Food to Change the World
A warm welcome to our guest contributor – and youngest writer on Zomppa so far – Ngawang. Ngawang is a bright, 15-year old 10th grader at the renown Bronx High School of Science, budding activist, and writer. He is Tibetan American and comes from a fine tradition of amazing food. We are delighted to have [...]
Guest/Legacy of the Royal Indian Biryani
A warm welcome to our guest contributor, the wonderful Purabi of Cosmopolitan Currymania. If you haven’t checked out her website, we recommend that you do – you will be drooling! Born and raised in India, Purabi current lives in Hong Kong with her son, daughter, and husband. She is passionate about food, and delights in [...]
Guest/Baking in Amsterdam
Welcome back our guest contributor, David, chief baker of BakingBar in Belfast, Ireland. BakingBar has sweetened us with their Easter cake, and we are always delighted to hear from them! After just one day home from our week-long Live Blogging trip to Amsterdam, the difference in Northern Irish and Dutch culture is extremely evident. From [...]
Back to the Roots: Grow-Your-Own Mushrooms
Elissa is a mom of (almost) three who has lived in the D.C. area her whole life. On a mission to teach her kids that healthy foods are delicious, she is often testing her own sanity right along with the limits of her toddlers’ taste buds. With the help of motivated friends, and a nap-time [...]
Guest/GROW! The Next Generation: Who knew Georgia Farmers Were So Hot!
Welcome to our guest contributors, Christine Anthony and Owen Masterson, a husband and wife documentary film-making and photography team. Some of their photography can be found on Anthony-Masterson. Their most recent documentary is GROW!, about organic farmers and farming in Georgia and the U.S. Thank you for a wonderful article. Fullsteam in Durham, NC will [...]
Guest/The Allure of Lavender
Welcome to our guest contributor, Susan Curtis, who works with Lila Avery-Fuson of Central Coast Lavender! Susan is the company’s Social Marketing Director and founder of All Social. She can be contacted at: susan (at) allsocial.biz. Thank you for sharing your farm and for the beautiful recipes! When you think of lavender, do you immediately [...]
Guest/Healthy Food for Living: Dried Fruit & Nut Truffle Recipes
Dearest Readers, please welcome our newest guest contributor, Ms. Lauren from Healthy Food for Living. She has come to us with the most delectable recipes and a food philosophy that resonates with Zomppa. We are sure you will find Lauren’s recipes and perspective refreshing & awe-inspiring. Hello Zomppa readers! My name is Lauren and I [...]
Kid Friendly Bento-Style Lunch Containers: TidBit of the Day
An amazing woman/friend, Kate, has recently stumbled upon a major find for both ‘big kids’ and ‘little kids’ alike. If you’re looking to jazz up your child’s lunchtime routine, consider using these Japanese inspired lunch containers! Thank you Kate for the discovery! At my toddler’s last visit to the allergist, I asked for some advice [...]
