One of the best things about our little corner of Texas is the year-round growing climate! CSA programs are one of many ways to access the freshest seasonal fruits and vegetables from nearby farms. “CSA” stands for “community supported agriculture” and is any system that connects a consumer to local agriculture. The idea is to …
The local farms, markets, restaurants, retailers, and service providers here in Houston combine to make a community unlike any other in the world. Your dollar makes a difference to these local businesses and they could not exist without patronage from loyal customers. If local businesses didn’t exist, we could only shop at the big box …
I am a strong believer in eating to nourish the body as well as to enjoy the food. From what I have seen on the world wide web, there are countless recipes, blogs, and content today that advertises delicious food, but not always targeted to be a healthy meal. A simple way to bridge the …
What is Organic? The term “Organic” is a certification awarded to products grown and processed without the use of unnatural or harmful chemicals. These harmful chemicals can include toxic or synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, genetic engineering, antibiotics, synthetic growth hormones, artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, sewage sludge, and irradiation. Yes, you read that right. SEWAGE SLUDGE. …
