So Green. So Good.

We could talk your ear off for hours about the goodness of green foods. To save your hours (and ears) we captured our fast favorites: Matcha Muffins Matcha is a fine green tea powder that provides tons of clean energy without the jitters. We are big fans of this recipe for a quick breakfast (we aren’t kidding, any … Continued

THE WHOLE FISH (story)

Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen Call me a picky fish eater — I pick fish (and its most succulent bits) from the bones. What’s better than ultra fresh, ever so humble trout from near-by icy waters, flash fried to be crisp outside and moist-tender within. Trout is a Best Choice on the Seafood Watch list. Plus, … Continued

Cannelini Beans & Collard Greens in Tomato-Coriander Butter

This rustic vegetarian dish can also be served atop crostini as a winter bruschetta. Use olive oil in place of the butter to make this vegan. Ingredients ¼ cup (4 Tbsp) unsalted butter 1 small red onion, thinly sliced lengthwise 1/2 tsp coriander seeds 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp. Field Day olive oil 2 … Continued

Roasted Root Vegetable Soup

This healthy blended soup takes advantage of quick grab-and-go root vegetables and simple cooking methods–just roast, combine, simmer and then blend for a polished meal packed full of nutrients. It is delicious warmed at the table with toppings, or on-the-go in a sippable thermos or insulated bottle. We are huge fans of treating it like healthy fondue and dipping … Continued

Pork Shoulder & Tomato Soup with Crème Fraîche

Photo Credit: Brooke Martin A hearty, but fresh soup that is perfect for short winter days. Serve crusty bread slathered with cultured butter on the side. For a bit of heat, add a spoonful of sriracha at the end. Serves 4 generously Ingredients 2 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 inch pieces sea salt 2 Tbsp … Continued

Delicious Advice – Eating Ayurvedic

Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen As sunlight brightens and lengthens our days, we shed layers of sweaters and look for lighter, healthier dishes. The remarkably relevant, yet centuries old, Ayurvedic approach offers insights into dealing with the season’s change. It begins with the premise that good, healthy food is powerful medicine. When we choose wisely, we … Continued

DIY Winter Skin Care

As temperatures nose-dive, so does your skin’s moisture. But fighting back against parched flaky skin doesn’t mean buying expensive moisturizers. Keeping your skin protected from the fluctuating temps and dry air of winter is as easy as grabbing a few items from your fridge and pantry. Brightening Face Mask The natural exfoliation from oats will … Continued

Flavor Bouquet Winter Salad

Embrace the warming weather by utilizing in-season citrus to create this fresh, bright flavor bouquet. Packed with natural energy, Vitamin C and fiber, it’s perfect for brightening a meal, a mood or a Monday.   Winter Salad Ingredients: 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp sherry vinegar 1 … Continued

Seriously refreshing MOCKTAILS

Photo Credit: Mette Nielsen These days, “Let’s meet for a drink,” no longer implies beer, wine, or alcohol. Sometimes, you really need to go out, but you really don’t want alcohol. These grown-up boozeless cocktails, called mocktails, are not too sweet, plenty refreshing, and very sophisticated. They hit the mark! Mixologists in the hippest bars … Continued