Author Archive: Kat
Kat is not only a whiz at online new media and social networking–is the brains getting this site up and running!–but she’s also a monster on the tennis courts. Her penchant for honesty and genuine pursuit to lead a good life has garnered her many fans, although she is far too modest to even realize this. A connoisseur of espressos, cappuccinos and Italian/Irish gastronomy, Kat will gladly share her opinions in one of four languages. Check out Kat’s site if you need help with your social media and web communications strategies www.kathleenholmlund.com
Anyone for a Marrocchino?
My favorite afternoon pick-me-up! Shot of espresso with froth surrounded by nutella.
Coffee for Outdoor Types: Photo of the Day
While out for the first stroll of 2012, we came across this little van in the playground area of Stormont (Northern Ireland’s Parliament) Gardens serving up some coffee for us outdoor types. Check out their Facebook page Attridge & Cole.
Geopolitics of Food for 2012: Tidbit of the Day
As we enter 2012, we continue to face a troublesome food crisis with increased demand for food and falling harvest figures. The world’s population has nearly doubled since 1970 and it is expected to reach 9 billion by midcentury. This rise along with the consequences of global warming with a drop in water supply and [...]
What the Frack?
I first heard about fracking for gas three weeks ago during a craft afternoon at a friend’s house in the north part of County Antrim. When I first overheard Mary mentioning to my mother that she had to see this documentary about fracking , my first thought was “how cool, I never knew Mary was [...]
A Quiz That Will Feed the Hungry: Tidbit of the Day
Many of you may have already come across this great campaign and collaboration between the World Food Program and LG Electronics. They have created a quiz to help feed the hungry in Ethiopia. For every person who takes this short quiz about hunger in Ethiopia, LG Electronics will provide a meal to a hungry child. LG [...]
Bread Rush: Photo of the Day
While in Italy last week visiting my sister, we popped into the town’s only bakery that opens on a Sunday morning. Closing time was noon and we got there about 11:40. There was quite the rush to get fresh bread to put on the table for Sunday lunch. The smell was out of this world [...]
Bavarian Cappuccino and Bread Basket: Photo of the Day
My good friend David Henderson and his wife are currently in Bavaria on vacation and have been sending me over some terrific food photos from their trip. Enjoy and happy Monday to you all.
Food = Peace: Tidbit of the Day
A new map of food security around the world demonstrates quite clearly how a lack of access to food often leads to conflict in that country. Here is a great analysis on the data by The Guardian’s environmental columnist, Damian Carrington, Food is the Ultimate Security Need.
