There are few pieces of modern transport technology with more greatly hyped (and outdated) green credentials than the ca…
Month: February 2008
Seasonal Eating: Ode to the Leek
The Welsh wear them in their hats on March 1 to commemorate a battle fought against Saxon invaders in a field of leeks. …
Exotic Antioxidants: Longan, Lychee & Rambutan
Longan, lychee, rambutan. One of my favorite things about traveling – or even heading to a local farmers’ ma…
Hope by Design at Arzu Rugs
Handmade rugs are works of art and investment purchases that can last for generations. At Arzu Rugs, where “hope b…
A Guide to Eco-Friendly Beeswax Candles & Honey
There’s no better reason to turn down the electric lights than dinner or bath in the flattering, romantic, soft li…
In Love with Inleaf
Remember pressing one perfect leaf into your diary? Textile designer Lotta Helleberg goes one better, using leaves as pr…
Silver Nations
Last year my hobby du jour was jewelry making. I began with simple beading classes, moved on to wire work and then took …
The Cure for the Common Packrat (Does Not Include Muffins)
If you’re one of those people who never gets rid of anything because you can’t stand the thought of your dis…