Ever since I read the eco-thriller “Eye of the Whale“, I’ve wanted to see whales in the flesh. The fictional novel is fascinating, as it’s full of true whale facts and habits. And I knew I HAD to see a little blowhole sooner than later…
When I saw a Philly Dealyo deal for Whale Watching in Cape May, I was almost suspicious that whales wouldn’t cross the dirty jersey seas. However, I was quite pleased to find out they did!
Five of my friends from an Avalon shorehouse and I decided to embark on the 2.5 hour tour from Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center at 9:30 on Saturday morning. (Find out more & see sweet sea pics, after the jump!)
Many people associate weekends with yummy homemade breakfasts that we’re all just too busy for during the week. This weekend put aside your toaster pastries, frozen Eggo waffles and tired oatmeal and make these homemade blueberry vegan pancakes or waffles.
Blueberries have just a few more weeks in season so get ‘em while they last!
Read on for my super simple and delicious recipe for vegan blueberry pancakes:
GPB reader, Jack asks…
Q: I see the term “fair trade” on products. I know this is a good thing but what does fair trade really mean?
A: The term fair trade refers to the movement that helps farmers or producers experience better trading conditions. Essentially, the approach focuses on exports coming from developing countries to developed countries and emphasizes paying the producers more (and more fairly.) Read on!
For those unfamiliar, a CSA, or a Community Supported Agriculture is a (now) popular way to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer. Essentially, the farm will offer a certain number of “shares” to the public – normally including a box of veggies, but other produce can be included. Consumers buy a “share” or membership and pick up their share on a weekly basis.
My good friend Sara’s been participating in a local, Chester-County CSA this summer and was on vacation… So she was nice enough to give me her CSA share for the week! Sara (find out more and see CSA pics, after the jump!)
In the summertime I get the urge to eat out more. The longer days and opportunity for al fresco dining (one of my favorite little pleasures in life) just make restaurants that much more enjoyable for me.
I frequent establishments that boast the use of organic and local ingredients, along with lots of vegan and vegetarian hot spots. But, I also head to restaurants that aren’t necessarily well known for any of these things.
While dining I’m often on the lookout for how restaurants measure up in the eco-friendly department. Here are some practices that help keep businesses in the food industry greener. Don’t be shy – suggest some of these next time you’re at one of your favorite spots.
Green restaurant practices:
Call me a terrarium expert in training.
OK, maybe expert is pushing it. But in addition to planting my own backyard garden, I recently attended a Terrarium workshop with the folks at Arts in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction in Olde City.
I had no idea how to create a terrarium, or the skill it requires. But Dave and the other guides successfully have been planting terrariums and gave me (and 40 of my new friends during the 2 hour workshop) tricks
of the trade as we enjoyed Root mixed drinks to wish my terrarium the best of luck in its new growth.
Things you’ll need: an empty Root (or any) bottle, small stones, Spanish moss, charcoal pellets, soil, moss, paper (for a funnel), chopstick, towel (paper or cloth)
Here’s how I (and you!) can make a Root terrarium (courtesy of Art in the Age):
Here’s a recipe for Stuffed Peppers using mostly seasonal ingredients that’s vegan and oh so delicious. It’s one of my go-to’s when I’m not sure what I want to have for dinner. It takes a few pots and pans but is simple, and you can even make it ahead and pop in the broiler or microwave to enjoy later. Try it for dinner tonight!
Hey fatty – we have a problem. No, not you, all of America. Americans spend trillions on healthcare each year. 2/3 of us are overweight and 50% of us take prescription drugs. Cases of diabetes are exploding, and heart disease, cancer and stroke are the three leading causes of death in the US. Can you dream of a health plan that could save you money and actually REVERSE conditions you may have?
