Produce absolutely pops off during summer in the Midwestern U.S. Farmers markets are thriving and farm stands seem to occupy the corner of every other block. In this post, I’ll tell you all about my favorite summer fruits and veggies and how I like to eat them.
Read MoreWaste is a huge issue, folks. It's in the ground, it's in the ocean and it's even in animals. Anything we can do to decrease the amount of waste we create is a step in the right direction. In this post, I'll tell you all about my favorite tips for zero waste grocery shopping!
Read MoreIt's the height of the season for citrus fruits, which means that farmers markets in the Sun Belt of the U.S. are bursting at the seams with these delicious snacks. If you live in citrus-producing areas, it's the perfect time to seek out local and organic varieties.
Read MoreEco-labeling can get confusing. In this post, I’ll tell you the pros and cons of environmentally friendly labels.
Read MoreGrocery stores are hard. They're filled with big-name brands, suspiciously marketed chicken and shady, out-of-season produce. But don't worry: co-ops are here to save the day. In this post, I'll tell you all about the hippie-dippiest (read: coolest) alternative to shopping at chain grocery stores.
Read MoreIf you live in a chilly climate, it's easy to assume you can only get local produce during warmer months, BUT a lot of hearty fall vegetables can actually last all winter long in local storage.
Read MoreIn the U.S. we're kind of banana crazy. We turn them into smoothies and desserts, slather them with PB, put 'em on sammies, transform them into bread and so much more. In this post, I'll explain the major sustainability issues associated with bananas.
Read MoreA lot of people praise shopping locally as the gold standard of sustainability. In this post, I'll give you my perspective on the pros and cons of a locavore diet.
Read MoreGood news folks: the production of your favorite holiday spice is p dang sustainable. In this post, I'll tell you all about cinnamon and the recent sustainability efforts associated with this spicey spice.
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