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 →
Since commercial jarred mayonnaise is almost always made with soy oil, and even organic brands may be made with canola oil (highly processed rapeseed oil), I have been wanting to switch to homemade for a long time. I had read … Continue reading →
I couldn’t pass up commenting on a July 2, 2011, recipe by EatingWell editor Jessie Price. Her recipe for deviled eggs is found on Shine from Yahoo. The problem became clear in the second paragraph where she says, “Popular as these two-bite appetizers are, … 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 →
I’ve been buying eggs from local area pastured hens for several years (a bowlful of them is shown above), and I am still amazed at how beautiful, fresh, and delicious they are. The yolks hold their shape and are a deep orange … Continue reading →
We all want a treat sometimes. I do too, but I want it to be nutritious as well as delicious whenever possible. Well, here’s one that’s both and we don’t need to feel guilty enjoying it–Baked Custard. My family and … Continue reading →
Do Texans have the right to choose the foods they eat? The Texas big dairy industry doesn’t seem to think so. They have put out an advertising campaign that warns against the “dangers” of drinking raw milk. The Farm and … Continue reading →
