We now know that buying in-season fruits and vegetables, particularly produce that has been grown locally, is better for our environment (and probably our taste buds and bodies too). But it also provides an exciting opportunity to try new foods and to experiment with seasonal recipes! Check out this recipe for English Trifle. If you make it, shoot a picture... [Read more...]
Do you shop for your fresh food and produce locally? If not, you may want to give it some serious consideration. Although today's global market allows us to buy foods grown almost anywhere in the world at any given time, this option is not the most sustainable. Buying in-season fruits and vegetables that are locally grown helps to eliminate the environmental... [Read more...]
The Super Bowl is on Sunday, and yes the next blog will be a “who will win” speculation, but for now let’s talk about parties. Having your friends and family over is going to be fun, but don’t think you have to spend a lot of money. You can go green and actually save money. Don’t believe me? Here’s how. If you don’t have enough plates, don’t... [Read more...]
Most apartment communities have trash compactors and or dumpsters throughout the community. When you move-in or decide that it is time for a new mattress, you tend to take that mattress to one of those two places. However, this is not good for the environment. If you leave your mattress by the dumpster, not only is it unsightly but it is not good for the... [Read more...]
