I was visiting a friend up in Portland, and I noticed he was collecting rainwater for his garden. Why hadn’t I tho…
Heather Brubaker
All About Tomatillos, and Making a Mean Green Salsa
Tomatillos are often overlooked. These wonderful, green “Mexican tomatoes” are very easy to make into a vers…
Not Cool! Bees at Hayes Valley Farm in San Francisco Attacked
Why would a person maliciously kill bees on an urban farm? The Hayes Valley Farm in San Francisco had its bee farm attac…
Oregon Brewfest and Spontaneous Cheer
If you love beer, the Oregon Brewers Festival will not let you down. Granted, the crowds can be overwhelming, and you mu…
Inside/Outside: Your Garden and Artwork Meld Into One
Can paintings live outside? Would it be possible to have a garden live within a painting? In an exhibition called Inside…
Say Goodbye to High Fructose Corn Syrup and Creepy Preservatives
Condiments take up a lot of room in our fridge. What are all those crusty containers? It’s time to take control of…
Say Goodbye to High Fructose Corn Syrup and Creepy Preservatives
Condiments take up a lot of room in our fridge. What are all those crusty containers? It’s time to take control of…
Feeling Clucky with Backyard Chickens
A friend of mine in Berkeley kept chickens in her backyard. I was devastated when she moved to Seattle before I could ha…