Chili has long been the subject of much debate. Texas or Mexico? Beans or just meat? Tomatoes or without? Spiced with cumin or coffee? Served over spaghetti? 19th century Spanish priests even forbade consuming the “soup of the devil” since chili peppers were thought to be an aphrodisiac. While the debates rage on, one thing is [...]

Vegetables, Herbs and Spices Combine to Create Innovative New Tea Flavors  Oakland, Calif. (February 2013) – This winter, Numi Organic Tea, long known for innovation in the world of tea, is proud to announce an exciting new taste sensation:  Savory Teas.  Real organic vegetables, wild herbs, decaf tea and aromatic spices are combined in the [...]

Great Fitness Advice That Will Help You Get In Shape A lot of people simply do not know where to start in their fitness journey. The below article provides excellent advice you begin without getting discouraged. If you want to be successful, then continue on and check out the beneficial fitness advice in this article [...]

San Diego the focus of expansion for nation’s #1 plant-based restaurant. Encinitas eatery now open. All meals under $10 in under 10 minutes. ENCINITAS, CA — Native Foods Cafe, the nation’s top plant-based restaurant, announces the grand opening of its first San Diego location in Encinitas Village,127 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024. Specializing [...]

Due to the financial downturn of our economy and its continued growth, organizations and individuals have been facing tough choices. States have trimmed the excess from their budgets and limited spending to the basics. Over the decades, our school systems have lost touch with what really matters – inspiring interests, goals, and dreams. 25 years [...]

In the 21st century building smart means building green, and people from around the world are finding ways to make their homes and buildings more environmentally friendly. Researchers at Drexel are working on creating a new form of cement that only produces 10% of the emissions of normal cement, and cities in the Middle East [...]

So check out this amazing Dodge Ram commercial that was aired during the Superbowl. The message is pretty awesome and so powerful. When the commercial aired I just remember how quite it got, and when it ended some people were actually confused but we got the message. What did you think about this commercial?

Attention: Horticulturalists and Urban Gardeners! Do you have an edible garden or gardening project you’re dying to share? Send us your pictures to showcase on our website. We’re heavily into veggies and herbs, so we’re really lookin’ for that homegrown produce to share with our readers. It can be a commercial, residential, school or community [...]

Locally grown organic food complements campus vegan and vegetarian offerings Whether tucked away among the eucalyptus groves, or secretly ensconced within student housing, UC San Diego is now home to numerous gardens across campus that promote the education and growth of sustainable food and local produce. These small vibrant patches provide space for students to [...]

Healthy, sustainable, and eco-friendly restaurant at Fashion Valley. Dr. Weil has been one of my heroes for many years. A Harvard educated doctor, author, pioneer in integrative health and medicine, professor, and entrepreneur (not to mention a regular guest on Oprah and The Dr. Oz Show), Dr. Weil has an impressive list of accomplishments and [...]