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The Green Science of Food October 17th, 2008

How green is the food in your kitchen?

As the husband of a bright, intelligent woman who possesses her Ph.D. in nutrition, my habit of eating at greasy spoons died a quick, yet painful, death. Instead of telling you how many pats of...more

The Ultimate In Locavore Luxury July 23rd, 2008

Freelance Farmers, 100-Mile Chefs, and Cow Pooling

The latest twist in the local food trend: outsourcing. Take Trevor Paque a freelance farmer in San Francisco who will build you an organic garden in your backyard, weed it, harvest the goods, and leave...more

The Secret Energy Saver Even Bachelors Own! June 10th, 2008

In praise of the humble toaster oven

Ever since reading this article Microwave Ovens: the Curse of Convenience from Natural News.com, I swore off using the microwave. I'd only been using the microwave for reheating leftovers (and never nuking food when it's...more

Vegan This! March 23rd, 2008

When I think of veganism the first thing that comes to mind is skimping. I always feel as though if I were to take that drastic step that I would be missing out on so...more

Tips for a Romantic -- Organic -- Dinner January 30th, 2008

Everything you need to know for a sustainable evening

Imagine, if you will, the following scenario: you’ve just finished your Wednesday afternoon Bikram yoga class. As you’re leaving the studio, physically exhausted and drenched in sweat, you strike up a conversation with the most...more