Tag: organic

Vantra, Vital, Organic, and Vegan: TidBit of the Day

Vantra, Vital, Organic, and Vegan: TidBit of the Day

| October 24, 2011 | 5 Comments

When you think of London, you might think fish and chips, bangers and mash, but vegan? Organic? Gluten-free? Try Vantra, a pioneer in London for its goal to offer delicious food that is also good for the body – raw and gently cooked foods, free from MSG, GMOs, and artificial colorings. Located right in Soho [...]

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Biodynamic… Organic… Natural… Oh My!

Biodynamic… Organic… Natural… Oh My!

| September 26, 2011 | 1 Comment

There’s an exciting buzz in the wine world about sustainably grown, harvested, and produced wine. It isn’t really new stuff, but terms like “biodynamic,” “organic,” and “natural” are grabbing consumer attention more these days than ever, so well worth it to take a deeper look at the philosophies and practices underlying the labels. Is it [...]

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The Singing Tree: Photo of the Day

The Singing Tree: Photo of the Day

| September 14, 2011 | 0 Comments

This wonderful restaurant, the Singing Tree Cafe in Siem Reap, Cambodia, has the most stunning, relaxing hideaway garden. Another huge plus – it’s organic!

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Poisoned Tomatoes & Pulpo a la Gallega

Poisoned Tomatoes & Pulpo a la Gallega

| August 22, 2011 | 11 Comments

As many of you know, ZomppaKat and I were walking across Spain, give or take some 780 kilometers (for more on El Camino de Santiago, please visit: www.elcaminoylacomida.com). I also got to have some R&R in northern Ireland – more on that another time. Suffice to say, ZomppaKat is the consummate hostess. She and I [...]

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Guest/The Allure of Lavender

Guest/The Allure of Lavender

| April 20, 2011 | 9 Comments

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 [...]

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Food histories, philosophies and complexities

Food histories, philosophies and complexities

| February 15, 2011 | 7 Comments

Has healthy eating today become synonymous with reading Michael Pollan books, being a vegan or paying a lot for “organic” food? The answer to this is complex. There is much to be said of popular journalists like Pollan whose work has reached many in the U.S. who otherwise may not have become conscientious about the [...]

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TidBit of the Day: GreenOn!

TidBit of the Day: GreenOn!

| January 17, 2011 | 11 Comments

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 [...]

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Frank Food: Dal for the Ages

Frank Food: Dal for the Ages

| January 3, 2011 | 37 Comments

Welcome, 2011! Can you believe it? I can’t. Over the last several years, the issue of what is real, authentic food has surfaced, oftentimes loudly with great passion on all sides. I loved the discussion y’all brought on about my post about being a snob and eating organically. It definitely isn’t easy, and sometimes, just [...]

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Goodbye

Goodbye

| December 30, 2010 | 12 Comments

As 2010 comes to a close, we all have a tendency to look back, reminisce, wonder. Some of us regret what we did…or did not. Some of us are thrilled that we did…or did not. Some of us saw new births (Beanie Baby!) and joys (Leva’s new bump!). Some of us saw heartache and loss. [...]

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I’m a Snob: Organic Breakfasts of Champions

I’m a Snob: Organic Breakfasts of Champions

| December 5, 2010 | 39 Comments

Now that Thanksgiving is over and I’m at least 8 pounds heavier, it’s time to…keep eating. One of the best parts of the holidays is the mornings after…and the hearty breakfasts that will last you through the morning without stuffing you like the turkey did. The mornings after the football games (did you see the [...]

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