On a trip to the high desert community of Joshua Tree, Calif., I was happy to see a Saturday morning farmers’ mark…
Smoke and Rear View Mirrors: Behind AAA's Green Curtain
Recently we told readers about Better World Car Club, a greener alternative to the highway lobbying AAA. Seems like AAA …
Bottomfeeder: How to Eat Ethically in a World of Vanishing Seafood
Bottomfeeder: How to Eat Ethically in a World of Vanishing Seafood by Taras Grescoe opens with a horrifyingly poetic des…
Our Water Has a Drug Problem
Last year, it was widely reported that drinking water in many major metropolitan areas was contaminated with trace amoun…
The Land of (Cloned) Milk and Honey
Among the internet-based April Fool’s hoaxes was one that particularly caught my eye. Ben & Jerry’s put …
Driving Change with Your Auto Club Dues
If you count yourself among those who consider driving a necessary evil, I have some advice for you: put your car club d…
Alice Waters: Activist Angel or Foodie Fascist?
Poor Alice has been getting beaten up regularly these days, particularly after her recent appearance on 60 minutes. On t…
Ecosalon Recipes: Escarole Salad with Oranges & Spiced Pecans
Sarah filled us in on the details about escarole earlier this week. I love escarole because it’s crunchy and refre…