It’s time to plan that next birthday party. Do you really want more chips, candy, and cake? This year, promise yourself you’re going to strive for a healthier birthday party. So…what’s on the menu? Our top five tips include: 1) Lots of crunch Fresh fruits, veggies, popcorn, whole-grain crackers, favorite cereals, and even nuts (but […]
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The Mayors’ Cook-Off – A Friendly Blue Zones Competition
What would happen if your local towns went up against each other in a mayors’ cook-off? Would your mayor compete in a cooking contest? What if it meant doing their part to promote healthy, local eating? We had a chance to ask that question recently while serving as a judge of a mayors’ cook-off sponsored […]
Kale Brownies
Kale brownies: Many would ask, “Why?” We say, “Why not?” We’re not trying to hide anything over here, but if you’re going to eat brownies anyway, why not get your daily dose of greens at the same time? We first made these brownies for Kale-a-Palooza, a party thrown by Food Bloggers Los Angeles. Our […]
Quick Hoppin’ John with Kale
How quick is this Hoppin’ John recipe? Let’s put it this way: We just got off a cross-country flight last night, we’re tired to the bone, and yet making this dish is still the most low-key thing we’re going to do today. Of course, a traditional slow-cooked Hoppin’ John – a New Year’s black-eyed pea […]
Meyer Lemon Pudding With Honey and Ricotta
What’s a beautiful holiday dessert featuring one of our favorite citrus fruits? Why, Meyer Lemon Pudding of course. What’s the story with Meyer lemons? They’re intensely fragrant and they’re not quite as tart as their other lemon counterparts. This characteristic alone makes them wonderful for baking. Additionally, their color is such a beautiful bright yellow […]
50 Best Plants on the Planet
We know we’re supposed to eat lots of fruits and veggies. We know that some pack more of a nutritional punch than others. But which ones are the best – and how do we cook them? Happily, there’s a new book that answers all of those questions and more: 50 Best Plants on the Planet […]