After a somewhat lean summer for produce due to the extreme drought and high heat, we are now enjoying a wonderful fall with a bountiful choice of vegetables and fruits at my local farmers market. The photo at left is just one weekend’s haul including cauliflower, broccoli, eggplant … Continue reading →
Yesterday I read an article that brought on one of those epiphany moments, when you say, “So that’s why I feel that way!” I now understand why I no longer have Sugar Brain Fog and how I lost it. Well, you ask, what … Continue reading →
The Houston Chronicle is reporting that Georgia and Rick Bost will open a new restaurant, Georgia’s Market Downtown, in early November, located at Main and Prairie. The Bosts are the owners of Georgia’s Farm-to-Market grocery store and cafe on the Katy freeway and … Continue reading →
We really enjoyed the two days at the conference in San Antonio’s Pearl Stable September 12-13–the presentations, panel discussions, wonderful lunches, and of course, the movie Farmageddon. Monday’s keynote speaker was Dr. John Ikerd, author of Sustainable Capitalism, A Return to Common … Continue reading →
If you haven’t looked recently, check out the Real Food Restaurants page for a list of local Houston area restaurants that meet some of the qualifications for a truly Real Food Restaurant. New listings have been added, mostly based on reader recommendations and information … Continue reading →
My family really likes this version of beef stew. It’s made with local, tasty grass-fed beef. It’s easy, takes about 15-20 minutes to chop the onion and brown the meat and onion, then an hour of simmering. Here’s the recipe … Continue reading →
I’ve been making vegetable beef soup for many years, but after reading Nourishing Traditions and Eat Fat, Lose Fat, both by Sally Fallon and Dr. Mary Enig, I’ve added an important new step to increase the nutrition and enhance the flavor. I … Continue reading →
I found some fresh eggplants at the farmers’ market this weekend which made me think of preparing moussaka. I had made a simple one-dish version several times before, but, this time, I wanted to upgrade my recipe a little. Sooo, … Continue reading →
When I saw an announcement of the opening of Revival Market, I was impressed with their stated goals. Revival Market features local pastured meats from Revival Meats in Yoakum, TX. The Revival Meats website says “we’re passionate – you might … Continue reading →
I tried a new recipe this week and it turned out so great that my family thought I should share it. We love meaty, cheesy lasagna, but, unless you can make your own pasta from soaked, freshly ground flour, what … Continue reading →
