It was a rainy day in southern France and I sat around cracking walnuts with my godfather. There is something deeply soothing about a repetitive motion like cracking nuts - it keeps the hands busy and allows the mind to wander. It is perfect for long conversations or contemplative thoughts. In this case it was the former, but when my hands are … [Read more...]
Market Season
May is one of my favorite months of the year. The days are warmer and the flowers are blooming, but most of all the farmers markets open for the summer. I love wandering through the stalls, talking to the farmers, and picking up produce that was harvested that morning. There is nothing better for a local food junkie! Europe does an excellent … [Read more...]
Paris Restaurant Reviews
Exciting news at One Beet! I have my first guest posts up on Green Earth Guide reviewing two of my favorite organic spots in Paris - Galette Cafe and Boco. Please take a moment to check them out! I'll be continuing to partner with Green Earth Guide during my trip and sharing my eco experiences along the way. Stay tuned! … [Read more...]
The Medicinal Benefits of Honey
Honey has popped up a few times since we've been in Paris and provided the perfect reminder of it's potent healing properties. Honey first appeared when we were walking through the Luxembourg Gardens. Amazingly they have a working hive in the garden filled with the cutest little huts for the bees. I am impressed by this commitment to actually … [Read more...]
Last Meal in Boston & First Meal in Paris
We made it! We're in Paris and enjoying our first few days. So far it has been cold, but sunny and beautiful. It feels great to be here and to officially begin the Big Trip. The most surprising thing so far has been feeling the freedom of time. I'm used to traveling on a tight schedule and running from one thing to the next. T and I are … [Read more...]
The Big Trip!
Things are about to get a whole lot more exciting on One Beet! T and I are taking the plunge and following our longtime dream to spend an extended period of time traveling. We're stepping back from our jobs in Boston and spending the next nine months exploring Europe and North Africa. This will be a chance for me to focus more time on One Beet, … [Read more...]
New Year: New Growth
As you know, I'm a big believer in taking time to reflect on life and setting intentions for the future. New Years (along with birthdays and all other milestones) provides a perfect opportunity for these exercises. The symbolism of a new year, and the blank slate of possibilities that comes with it, is just waiting for introspection and goal … [Read more...]
Thriving Through Fall
Fall and spring are seasons of change. It's important to recognize these changes in our environments and in ourselves and make sure we're supporting our health throughout them. For me, there is a clear transition in what I eat as the weather turns colder and the fresh produce changes. In the summer I eat lots of cold meals - essentially … [Read more...]
Container Gardening
Now is the time to get planting if you want to enjoy fresh produce from your deck/back yard this summer. As a city dweller I'm lucky to have a very sunny deck that's ideal for container gardening. I usually plant around 10 pots each summer with a mix of vegetables, herbs, and flowers. My favorite (and most successful) veggie is definitely cherry … [Read more...]
Converting Mr. Meat and Potatoes
An old friend recently asked me for suggestions about how to interest her meat and potatoes husband in healthy eating. Her suggestion got my wheels turning and obviously I have tons of ideas! Flavor First: My experience with my own husband and others is that flavor trumps health food every time. Most people have an incorrect perception of … [Read more...]
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