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What to Do if You Drop Food On the Floor

As children we had this figured out; dropping food on the floor was never a problem because we ate it anyway. My cousin tells me that in his part of the city, all children lived by the five second rule - 'if...

12 comments    food cookies candy
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Farmers Market Shopping Tips

Farmers markets are popping up everywhere...parking lots, malls, community centers, and shopping centers. What's the big attraction? Find out what it's all about, and why people flock there every week. I've included suggestions on how to have a more "fruitful" shopping experience.

24 comments    hubmob shopping tips green bags
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I Grew Up a Localvore

I don't ever remember not having fresh vegetables from my own garden, my neighbors or from family and friends. I know it is all the rage to buy and consume local products now, but it always has been in our...

3 comments    advice family food
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Getting the Most from a Farmers' Market

It is possible to eat healthier while supporting local agriculture by purchasing fresh produce from a farmers’ market. You may be pleasantly surprised to know that local farmers' markets are generally less...

4 comments    how to money food
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Small Steps to Going "Green"

These days not "going green" is almost a thing of the past. In most circles, not being aware of the current state of our environment or what you can do to help it qualifies you as being "not cool",...

8 comments    life advice how to
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Explore Your Local Farmers' Markets

Once a week, here in Ocean Beach, San Diego, an entire block closes traffic and local sellers converge to sell their fruits, vegetables, food, crafts, or anything else they like. A few musicians set up shop,...

3 comments    health entertainment finance
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Confessions of a Non-Seafood Eating Cajun

I hate seafood! There, I've said it. I don't like the taste, texture, or smell of seafood. It makes my stomach turn. The only seafood I can mange to eat, without my gag reflex kicking in, is tuna fish, fried...

6 comments    food seafood louisiana
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Buy locally, support your community of farmers, and cook better food.

Buy local produce, support your local farmers This is an increasingly common mantra heard these days; and it is justifiably important to use your dollars to support those in your community that are...

3 comments    food cooking farming
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Eating Like a Localvore

Yes, I said "localvore". Don't be surprised if you've not heard the term before, it's a fairly new concept born out of the current trend of environmental friendliness. A greener way of eating.

3 comments    food diet environment
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