Good Finds
Great finds of food-related products and goods that are noteworthy.
A Farming Way of Life/Guest: Tidbit of the Day
A Farming Way of Life is a documentary film project that offers a glimpse into the lives of locally-based farmers committed to the practice of organic and sustainable agriculture. This project profiled three inspiring small-scale family farms from around the Triangle region of North Carolina and connects the viewers to farming as a way of [...]
American Wasteland: TidBit of the Day
Full Disclosure: Jonathan Bloom was my first follower on Twitter. He’s also given me plenty of suggestions for visits on my Food Fighters tour. But, that’s not why I like him (although, I’m not going to say it hurts his status). No, I’m impressed by Bloom because he’s passionate about his topic. He’s studied it [...]
Best Of…Washington: TidBit of the Day
For the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to attend the “Best Of Washington” event hosted by Washingtonian magazine and, this year, livingsocial. The event celebrates the annual “Best of” edition to the magazine that features everything from “Best Grilled Cheese Sandwiches” to “Best Local Beer” to “Best Gluten-Free Cupcake”. Restaurants set up stations [...]
Tactile Dinner Car: Tidbit of the Day
For three weeks every July, Washington, DC, becomes a citywide venue for the Capital Fringe Festival. The event’s self-described mission is to “connect exploratory artists with adventurous audiences”. Hundreds of performers in dozens of shows take to various locations around the DC Convention Center to perform exciting and original theater. At the center of it all [...]
Tourist In Your Own City: Tidbit of the Day
Typically, I spend most of the DC summer cursing the heat and humidity, dodging tourists and doing a whole lot of grumbling about “actually living here”. (True Story: During Cherry Blossom season, I actually tried wearing a whistle when I ran on the National Mall to clear a path through the crowds. However, the Capitol [...]
Food Fighters of the USA
Outside of writing for Zomppa and, um, eating, my passion is helping anyone, regardless of neighborhood/income/background, eat a healthier, more produce-based diet. Right now, I partner with non-profits and organizations such as healthcare centers for under/un- insured patients, continuing education facilities helping people complete a high school degree or learn life skills, youth centers that [...]
Samurai Shun: TidBit of the Day
Is it wrong to have a love affair with a knife? As a Christmas present from my sister, I got to select a nice knife (finally – no more dull knives). I tried so many. I simulated chopping, slicing, stabbing (just kidding, no stabbing). Big ones, little ones. Some were gorgeous, but too heavy. Some [...]
Easter Rainbow Cake and Chocolate Birds’ Nests
Zomppa wants to give a big shout out to BakingBar blog in Belfast. Zomppa Kat came across the blog on Twitter, and met up with its chief baker, David, a couple of weeks ago. This blog is all about helping people discover how easy baking can be, and they come up with some great fun [...]
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 [...]
TidBit of the Day: GreenOn!
You know those great sites offering special deals – I have definitely gotten some great deals in my area (i.e. spa treatment for 50%, yoga classes for $2 each). Here is a great one for those wanting to “green” their life even more. Sign up on GreenDeals and get some great deals that are eco-friendly [...]
