We present for your culinary pleasure a plant-based recipe from Ashley, a talented local home cook and baker. Ashley began experimenting with veganism after struggling with eczema. Finding success with her new diet, Ashley started challenging…
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Foods to Fight Seasonal Allergies
Springtime is here at last, and the whole world is in bloom. Beautiful flowers are springing up everywhere. The trees are lush and verdant. Birds are singing and you may see some rabbits in your lawn. …
Keto-Friendly Snacks
The keto diet is a popular way to lose body fat while retaining muscle. It involves limiting the amount of carbohydrates one eats a day. A person practicing keto might only eat 40-50 grams of carbs…
The Dirty Dozen List: Why Organically-Grown Produce Matters
The pesticide watchdog organization EGW, or Environmental Working Group, recently released their annual “dirty dozen” list. The list categorizes the conventionally-grown produce found to have the highest levels of pesticide contamination. Topping the list this year…
Zingy Citrus Coconut Pie
Is there anything better than biting into the cold, custardy filling of a slice of key-lime pie? It’s a classic American dessert that never fails to satisfy. Try this fresh take on an old favorite; citrus…
Cheesy Cauliflower Dauphinoise
This comforting, delightfully cheesy dish is perfect for relaxing evenings or dinner parties alike. Though based on the traditional French Gratin de Pommes au Terre, Cauliflower dauphinoise is lighter in calories and carbs. Cook up this hearty-but-relaxed…
Homemade Bubble Tea
Bubble tea, or boba as it is sometimes called, is a unique and refreshing beverage. It originated in Taiwanese tea shops, which combined traditional milk tea with shaved ice and tapioca pearls. The result is half drink,…
DIY Charcuterie Boards
Charcuterie is all the rage – it’s a sophisticated French snack dominating headlines and food blogs worldwide. It’s not hard to see why; it looks glamorous, tastes great, and it’s fun to eat. A DIY charcuterie…
Tofu Saag Paneer
Saag paneer is a beloved Indian dish consisting of finely chopped vegetables and fresh soft cheese (paneer). It’s as delicious as it is satisfying, so it’s no surprise that it’s a staple of eastern Indian cuisine.…
Post-Workout Nutrition to Aid Recovery
Post-workout recovery is important for getting the most out of an exercise routine. First, your muscles need protein and amino acids to rebuild and repair themselves. Second, exercise depletes our reserves of electrolytes, so we need…
Beating Brain Fog
Brain fog is a feeling no doubt familiar to many of us. We live in a distracted and disjointed world, where our attention is constantly pulled in many different directions. Our sleep patterns are disrupted by…
Pre-Workout Supplements to Fuel your Body
Our bodies are the most complex machines on Earth. Like any machine, they need fuel to run, and the better the fuel, the better the performance. Whether you’re exercising for fun and fitness or training to…
Easy Reclaimed Vegetable Stock
One of many reasons we love vegetables is that they pollute very little waste relative to other foods. There’s little to no packaging, there are no ingredients to source and assemble – you simply harvest it…
Postbiotics: What You Need to Know
What are Postbiotics? Postbiotics, along with pre- and probiotics, are a hot topic right now. It’s for good reason; your digestive health has a massive impact on your overall health. So what is a postbiotic exactly?…
Caffeine-Free Coffee Alternatives
Coffee is a treasured part of the American morning routine, but it can have some downsides. Excess caffeine can cause jitters, anxiety, and post-crash drowsiness. Plus, coffee is acidic, which means drinking too much of it…
Sea Moss and Sea Vegetable Superfoods
Amazing Algae and Super Sea Plants The ocean is the cradle of life on Earth. It’s one of our planet’s most biologically dense ecosystems – tens of billions of lifeforms are contained in the oceans and…
Prebiotics and Probiotics – What’s the Difference?
Prebiotics vs. Probiotics – What are They? Microorganisms may be invisible to the naked eye, but our bodies simply could not function without them. In fact, there are more microorganisms in and on your body than…
Ways to Upcycle your Food
Waste Not, Want Not Did you know that the average American wastes 1 pound of food a day? Or that 25-40% of all food produced in the United States goes uneaten? Or that 8% of greenhouse…
Healthy Mocktails – Fun and Refreshing
Delicious Healthy Mocktails Drive away the winter cold with some bright, colorful beverages! Healthy mocktails are a great way to relax and treat yourself without consuming alcohol. These recipes are fun and refreshing whether you’re a…
Vegan Beyond Burgers with Garlic Aoli and Caramelized Onion
Delicious Burgers – Without the Beef There’s nothing quite like a burger. When the craving hits, it’s an “accept no substitutes” kind of situation; only one thing will do the trick. Well, this Beyond Burger recipe…
3 Ways to Use Cacao – National Chocolate Month
February is National Chocolate Month, so what better time to celebrate the majestic cacao bean? Here are some ways to use cocoa – other than just eating more chocolate! Cacao beans are the small, oblong seeds…
Local Raw Honey from Jardine Apiaries – Vendor Spotlight
Your Friendly Neighborhood Beekeepers Keith and Sharon Jardine know a thing or two about bees. For more than forty years they have lived with, cared for, and learned from these tiny, fuzzy creatures. Their local raw…
What is Fair Trade, Anyway?
What is Fair Trade? Fair trade is a principle; the belief that all producers should earn a living wage, work in safe conditions, and have control over when, where, and how they work. It’s easy to…
Make Fermented Food at Home – Easy Cabbage and Beet Recipe
Fermented food is delicious, healthful, and easy to make. Try out this cabbage and beet ferment at home! What is Fermented Food? Folks have understood the magic of fermentation for thousands of years. In fact, the…
10 Foods for an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
What is inflammation? Inflammation – it’s a word we hear a lot in regard to our health. But what is it, and how can introducing anti-inflammatory foods into your diet help you? Simply put, inflammation is…
Easy Gluten-Free Baking: Celebrate Gluten-Free Day
January 13th is National Gluten-Free day! Have fun celebrating with some homemade treats. Easy gluten-free baking is a cinch; Martindale’s offers a large selection of gluten-free flours and mixes. Take a look at some of the…