Urban Foraging

August 14th, 2009 - posted under: The Food » Food and Health

Hello there! What a beautiful summer day for a neighborhood stroll. This morning I grabbed my two boydogs, my little point-n-shoot, and some tupperware. My mission: free food from my very own cityscape. That’s right, Urban Foraging – an underground gathering technique akin to dumpster diving or guerrilla gardening. But let’s be clear: there’s a [...]

Happy Veganniversary!!!

August 5th, 2009 - posted under: The Food » Food and Health

Exactly one year ago, August 1st, I became a veg*n. What a life-changer. I would not be, could not be, the woman I am today, were I not living true to my ethics every day. I feel so grateful to have found this path, and I am so empowered in every aspect of my life, [...]

Tell Your Grandparents They Can Relax . . .

July 7th, 2009 - posted under: The Food » Food and Health

The American Dietetic Association (ADA) presents an opinion paper on vegan diets, confirming that they are healthy at any and every stage of life.

A Little Look Into Groceries, Continued

June 11th, 2009 - posted under: The Food » Food and Health

  After writing about my grocery shopping process, I wanted to include a little visual addendum.  A lot of people are unfamiliar with buying in bulk, and it can be intimidating if you’re unsure of the process. So to demystify it, here’s how it looks:   These are the supplies I bring on one of [...]

Five Ways To Fill Up On Fruits + Veggies, Without Breaking The Bank

June 11th, 2009 - posted under: The Food » Food and Health

Going over my grocery list, a discerning eye might notice the distinct absence of one key group: fresh fruits and veggies. But do you really think I’m skipping my greens? Hells no! Quite the opposite in fact – local produce makes up the majority of my diet! I alluded to my practice of produce scouting [...]