Food

Nature holds the key to our aesthetic, intellectual, cognitive and even spiritual satisfaction.
– Dr. Edward O. Wilson

Top Biodynamic- Certified Brands and Businesses

Today, the best way to find biodynamic farms and farm products in America is to look for official certification from Demeter USA. Certification means that farms meet all the requirements of the National Organic Program and the stricter standards of biodynamic growing. Below are some of the farms and brands offering biodynamic products today. Best…

Tips to reduce food waste

Embrace, Plan, Freeze, Compost We are all aware of what happens to the food we eat. Whether we are vegan, paleo, vegetarian, pescetarian, or omnivore; our food is ingested and broken down, giving us the energy and nutrients we need for survival. We live in a society that promotes conscientious eating. However, with the emphasis…

Time to upgrade your chocolate

9 Responsible Chocolate Companies for Your Next Craving If you’re going to indulge (and, let’s face it, we all need a little indulgence right about now), do it right! Traditionally made chocolates lack in flavor, heath benefits and often harm people and the planet. Chocolate manufacturing can be hard on the environment. Approximately 70% of the world’s…

Best Vegan restaurants in the world

The Plant-based Revolution is Getting Tastier:Discover the best vegan restaurants around the world The number of people choosing a plant-based diet over omnivorous nutrition has grown massively in recent years. Until just a decade ago veganism was mostly considered either a niche culture for dedicated animal lovers or an extreme life choice taken up by…

Slow Food and Wine

The Slow Food Movement wants to change the way we think about food The Slow Food Movement was born in the town of Bra, in Northern Italy, over three decades ago with the objective of promoting a way of eating that stands in stark contrast with the fast-food culture that was beginning to emerge in…

Going Meatless: The Benefits for Your Health And the Planet

Scan the news today, and the state of the natural world may leave you feeling overwhelmed. Reports of rising temperatures, shrinking habitat space, and acidifying oceans make it feel like there’s nothing we can do to make a difference. While the environmental crisis can feel disempowering, the truth is that our personal choices make an impact.…

Is lab-grown meat the food of the future?

Lab-grown meat, also known as “cultured” or “clean” meat, is no longer a science-fiction fantasy. The first test restaurant selling synthetic chicken – aptly named “The Chicken” – opened in Tel Aviv, Israel, in November 2020, and Singapore’s government approved the sale of lab-grown chicken nuggets for the first time just a month later. Startups…

Biodynamic Farming:
Why It Matters for Your Food Choices

You want your food dollars to support sustainable food choices and you want to nourish your body the best you can. Organic farming is lighter on the planet and better for your health than conventional methods because it eschews synthetic amendments like petroleum-based fertilizers and toxic pesticides that can wreak havoc on our bodies and throughout…

Grapes to Glass: Best Sustainable Wines to Sip

There’s just something about pouring yourself a nice big glass of wine after a long day or sipping a chilled glass of Rosé while relaxing with friends and soaking up the sun on a warm summer day or a crisp autumn evening. There’s nothing like diving into a big rich red while enjoying a beautiful…