If anyone loves a good bargain and a unique item, it’s me – especially if it’s a useful kitchen gadget. As an environmentalist, thrift shops are the perfect way to find a unique, lower-impact item, usually at a low cost. In the midst of a good find, it’s easy to forget that thrifting also helps…
Walk into any grocery store, and you’ll see more produce variety than you would have seen twenty years ago. Modern food supply chains deceive us into believing that our favorite produce is available all year round. But the truth is, these fruits and vegetables are delivered worldwide to meet the consumer demand for year-round fresh…
Trash or Treasure? It depends on who you ask or how you upcycle it. If you find yourself asking, ” What is upcycling?” Don’t worry—you came to the right place. Upcycling is a fascinating concept that is gaining momentum in the realm of sustainability. It involves transforming old, unwanted items or cosmetically imperfect produce into…
Meal Prep Videos always seem to go viral. But between purchasing plastic containers in bulk, the toxicity of plastics, and the expensive aesthetic containers, one common thread seems to be missing. How can you meal prep with eco-friendly containers? And which are the best non-toxic food storage containers? If you’re meal prepping, it’s inevitable you’ll…
What’s something that’s used for fifteen minutes but lasts forever? When it’s framed this way, disposable plastic utensils seem like a complete waste. While they offer the benefit of convenience, not having to wash them or worry about them vamoosing, there are options available that are better for the environment. If you’ve ever ordered takeout…