Monthly Archives: April 2011

Defining Sustainable Food

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Margaret Collins

The Atlantic posted an article today about what Associate Editor Daniel Fromson calls “the biggest problem” of sustainable food: its lack of a clear definition. Myself, I’m not sure this is the biggest problem. It’s a work in progress, which … Continue reading →

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Spring Desserts: Mocha Meringues, Berries & Custard Cream

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Margaret Collins

Whether you celebrate Passover or Easter or just plain old wonderful spring, the egg remains the symbol of life and renewal. The two following recipes are a perfect match: one uses the whites, the other the yolks, and their flavors … Continue reading →

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Sustainability: Not About the Earth

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Margaret Collins

But happy Earth Day anyway! For a few weeks I’ve been wedding-prepping, sickness-fending, and income-getting (oh, the glorious life of the freelancer), but late in the afternoon of the 42nd annual observation of Earth Day, I felt I should pop … Continue reading →

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Can Chocolate Be Sustainable?

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Margaret Collins

For various reasons, my favorite chocolate producer has been in my thoughts a lot lately (Batch event!). Taza Chocolate is based out of Somerville, Mass.; their factory is about a five minute walk from my front door, so it doesn’t … Continue reading →

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