July 31, 2009 Written by Amy Vig
Posted by Amy Vig of www.deliciousbynature.com
Sometimes the simplest treats are the best. With farm fresh berries bursting out of every Farmer’s Market stand, straightforward really does seem like the best approach. The result? A creamy treat made with a touch of maple syrup and vanilla whipped into creme fraiche. Top the berrie...
July 31, 2009 Written by Connie Wu
Remember when you used to rock that awesome leather jacket and you thought it was the coolest thing you owned and wore it to death? Nowadays, it sits in a box in the attic or in the back of your closet, lonely and unworn, and yet, you just can't part ways with it.
With reMade, there might still be hope for your jacket. The San Francisco-based design company reMade "upcycles" used leather clothing and scraps to make one-of-a-kind handbags, clutches, and totes. They source their leather from thrift stores...
July 31, 2009 Written by Rochelle Bailis
Are you ready for
an art display that pushes the boundaries of creativity, has an eco-friendly message and is absolutely free? Consider checking out a constantly growing display called "A Pocketful of Posies," to be created, lived in, and maintained by the exhibit's Artist In Residence, Jennifer Vanderpool. Vanderpool is as Los Angeles-based artist known for her innovative installations made of recycled-materials. "A Pocket Full of Posies" will slowly become a colorful, redeveloped garden created from recycled materials, and visitors are encouraged to create their own recycled flower to add to the installation. Vanderpool wi...
July 30, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
Whether your a foodie, film buff or artist or activist--this weekend's green events have something for you.
Equator Books Hosts the Green Living Project:
Is there a secret eco-adventure lurking inside of you, waiting to come out? If so, head over to Equator Books in Venice Thursday night to let it. The Green Living Project is hosting its premiere of the National Geographic Series, Sustainability Across South America. There will be July 30, 2009 Written by Daniel Mabasa
“Bicycle Ride Details:
WHEN: Sunday August 2, 2009 4 PM – 8 PM
WHERE: Orange 20 Bicycles – 4351 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029
WHAT: There will be a flat bed truck parked in front of the shop. This flat bed truck will be traveling from Silverlake to Downtown as you follow it on your bike. The Headhunters will be performing live on the back of the truck while you laugh and love your life.
The mystery ride will include games, prizes, raffle tickets, fun, and clues to the location of the after party.
The event...
July 29, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
Besides good weather, no school and beach days, what makes summer rock is the delicious array of summer fruits of the season. From berries to cherries—they are not to be missed. Check out our listing of delicious fresh fruit that is popping up at a farmer’s market near you.
....Pluots: A hybrid between plums and apricots—these interesting-looking fruits are super sweet and have a juicy pulp. Don’t be turned off my their ugly exteriors, beauty (or taste) comes fr...
July 29, 2009 Written by Rochelle Bailis
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA), a non-profit dedicated to affordable access to locally grown produce, has been expanding for the past 20 years, and has opened several pick-up locations in Los Angeles! The Southern California branch receives their produce from the organic Ramirez Farm in Riverside, and offers five different locations within the Los Angeles area for weekly pick-ups of assorted vegetables and fruits. The locally grown, organic produce provided by CSA is actually less expensive than the produce found in supermarkets, and of course it saves the resources required to ship food interstate or internationally. To l...
July 29, 2009 Written by Tracy Hepler
YDT is sending alot of love to LAIST today. Might have something to do with their focus on farmer's markets and organic food. Check out this study by the IBIS World that points out that eating organic is much cheaper in L.A. when compared to our eastern rivials Chicago and New York. If we can eat healthier at much cheaper prices, we basically have no excuse not too :)
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