Archive for the ‘ organic food ’ Category

Tasting the difference

I’ve been on a journey for a little over two years now to really change the food my family eats. I’ve been very successful in some areas and there is still work to be done in others. Paying attention to the Environmental Working Group’s Shoppers Guide to Pesticides has helped. It helps me get the [ READ MORE ]

6 ways to stay green when money is tight

I read two conflicting articles recently about the effect the economy is having on people’s choices to buy green products. One urged consumers to think twice about paying the extra money for organic and green products in light of the economic crisis. The other article stated that the economy is leveling out the playing field [ READ MORE ]

Grocery Store Wars, or May the Farm be with You

You can’t walk through my house without tripping on a light saber. My six (almost seven) year old is a huge Star Wars fan.  Funny little tid-bit.  We were walking out of the train station in NYC the other day, and I called him my “little padawan.”  He looked at me and said, “I’m not [ READ MORE ]

Coupons for organic and natural foods are out there

If the More Hip than Hippie podcast wasn’t already on your radar before last week when I told you that I was interviewed for the show, I hope it is now. Each week Dori & Val bring relevant information about being green along with a high entertainment factor that makes a podcast worth listening to.  [ READ MORE ]

I’ve got your Friday night pizza wine – Releaf

Over on MNN today I’ve got a review of Releaf, a South African blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz. The company that imports it, Organic Wine Trade Company is pretty impressive itself. Take a look at the review to find out how they are bringing sustainable, responsible wines to the U.S. Releaf is a [ READ MORE ]

Growing a container herb garden

I’m in full garden mode right now, and I’m talking a lot about it over on MNN and a little bit about it here. I think that growing something is important for several reasons, but I also know that there are many people who don’t have the time or the space to do a traditional [ READ MORE ]

Organic labeling rules

I was sent a copy of Sara Snow’s Fresh Living to review for MNN, and I’m really impressed with the book. I’ve been entrenched in this green stuff for about two years now and no longer consider myself a newbie. So when a book that is meant to discuss the basics of what you can [ READ MORE ]

Nature’s Path High Fiber Cereals Review

The people at Nature’s Path have sent me more cereal to try out and review – gotta love it when food just shows up on your doorstep. I had breakfast all last week courtesy of Nature’s Path. Here’s what they sent me: Organic Optimum Slim – Very high fiber (11g), low fat (2g) and tasted [ READ MORE ]

Find a food co-op near you

Derek over at Natural Papa had a post on Friday about joining a food co-op so you can buy your natural foods in bulk. Here’s what he has to say: Join a co-op and buy your natural foods in bulk. Order ahead and get what you’d need for a month. You’ll always have the staples at [ READ MORE ]

First Thursday: Bread pudding with whiskey sauce

Last night I participated once again in First Thursday over at Thursday Night Smackdown. This month’s theme was romantic cliches. In other words – Valentine’s dessert. Since First Thursday is all about testing the mettle of your cookbooks, I decided to grab a cookbook that’s spine has never been cracked. I also decided since this [ READ MORE ]

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