An NYC Garden Oasis: Battery Urban Farm
Battery Urban Farm is an agricultural oasis nestled in the heart of the hustle and bustle of Battery Park in downtown Manhattan. The farm’s organic aesthetic is defined by a beautiful bamboo fence enclosing the beautiful vegetation. In the spirit of sustainability and reusing our valuable resources, the bamboo material…
I've Curated a Green Beauty Goodebox: What's Inside?
I’m excited to report that July’s Goodebox (which we first wrote about in March), has products from companies chosen by yours truly. Check it out! I’ve chosen products from some of my very favorite green beauty companies, including scent from A Perfume Organic, mascara from Benecos, a caffeine eye cream…
Natural Miracle! REN's Anti-Cellulite Gel (Seriously, It Works!)
I have never been a big believer in anti-cellulite products – cellulite, is after all, simply fat that you can see, and whether it is visible or not depends on genetics. That’s why slim women who work out often have cellulite whereas a heavier woman who doesn’t sometimes won’t. Since…
Summer Skin Savior: Tatcha Facial Blotting Sheets (Aburatorigami)
Last month, my personalized Goodebox sampler included one of the best beauty products I’ve ever used. Tatcha’s Original Aburatorigami are largeish sheets of abaca paper that perfectly absorb oil from the skin without drying it at all. Ideal for summer, you can use both sides of these sheets to remove…
Super-simple Vegetarian Tostadas Recipe
Keep some basic ingredients around and have a fun tostada night anytime. I’ve tried every which way, but I’m just not much of a cook. But because I like to eat, and restaurant dining isn’t really affordable every night of the week, I’ve become what my roommates call an ‘assembler.’…
What to Drink: Memorial Day Weekend Organic Cocktails
Our latest newsletter kicked off an eco-chic Memorial Day weekend by remembering what the holiday is really all about (you can sign up here if you haven’t yet). But let’s face it: Many of us are looking forward to cutting loose and enjoying an adult beverage or two with friends and family. It’s an American…
Why CSA's Rock: Growing Heart Farm Brings New Yorkers Fresh Veggies – Get In On The Action Now!
As the big agribusiness toxic food industry continues to harm the earth to make cheaper and less nutritious foods, healthy alternative sustainable food systems taking root, gaining strength and nourishing people and planet. Once such model, the CSA, which stands for “community supported agriculture,” is growing here in NYC. Members…
My Must-Pack Items for an Eco Getaway
Sundippers Abstract. I don’t know about you, but when I’m packing for a warm-weather vaca, I’m most concerned with three things: swimsuits, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Aside from a non-expired passport, they’re my essentials for any tropical escape, since I know I can improve on everything else. I’m heading to Costa…
Superhealthy Dessert: Recipe for Chocolatey Coconut Chia Pudding
As the conscious food world evolves, there are more and more food products and companies honoring the health of people and planet. When you support these companies, you are not only doing yourself a favor, but you are also supporting the future of sustainable businesses and a happy healthy planet…
A Protein-Packed Spring Detox Salad Recipe Featuring Delicious Nutiva Hemp Seeds
I take being called a food snob as a compliment. After all, I am the designer of myself, inside and out, so I choose to use high quality materials for my self creation. When it comes to what foods go into my body, what actually becomes me, I want only…
