Monthly Archives: August 2008

farmer’s market on a bicycle

Posted on August 30, 2008 by

“What’s for dinner?”  That’s the central organizing question for Michael Pollan’s brilliant book on the U.S. food system, The Omnivore’s Dilemma. And today, I had a spectacular personal experience of the growing alternatives to the mainstream industrial food system that … Continue reading →

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plastics safety Q&A

Posted on August 27, 2008 by

I found a Plastics Q&A from the Green Guide helpful in sorting out the confusing world of household (and specifically kitchen) plastics.  Among the topics covered: Q: Which plastic containers contain bisphenol A (BPA)?  A: Those that say “#7 PC” … Continue reading →

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Resurgence of victory gardens

Posted on August 25, 2008 by

An informative piece, Victory Gardens Symbolize a New Age from NaturalNews.com on the history of victory gardens — like the one in front of San Francisco’s City Hall — and the modern context for its increasing popularity. Victory gardens are popping up … Continue reading →

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“local” farmer’s market

Posted on August 24, 2008 by

I used to drive almost 12 miles round trip, mostly on city streets, to go to a farmer’s market the Alemany Market in San Francisco.  They have a great selection–including organic and pesticide-free farmed–and a festival-like atmosphere I like.  But, … Continue reading →

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Slow Food in San Francisco

Posted on August 21, 2008 by

This Labor Day Weekend, the Slow Food movement is coming to San Francisco, which means taking the traditional holiday eating to new heights of celebration and examination. There will be many events that address a variety of Everyday Sustainable aspects … Continue reading →

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freeze your ripe fruit!

Posted on August 18, 2008 by

It’s so sad when beautiful fruit goes bad. And it’s a shame when fruit that’s a bit bruised and damaged goes to waste. Here’s a nice article about buying seconds (slightly damaged/bruised) fruit and freezing it. The benefits? Save money on … Continue reading →

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Things you should NEVER buy again

Posted on August 16, 2008 by

I’m not a big fan of lists of MUSTs or MUST NOTs, since I think that it’s difficult to come up with a list that is relevant for everyone.  That said, those little lists that are printed on wallet-size paper … Continue reading →

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Elephant Pharmacy birthday sale

Posted on August 15, 2008 by

Yesterday I wrote about the accessibility of green products. Well here’s something that helps.  It’s Elephant Pharmacy’s birthday!!!  It’s a store (a small local chain of stores in this case) that specializes in stocking green and sustainable products, and if you … Continue reading →

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streets for people (not cars)

Posted on August 15, 2008 by

Sunday Streets are coming to San Francisco! I grew up in a Chicago suburb that was developed pre-automobile. That meant the streets were narrow and cars could only be parked on one side of the street.  And it meant a … Continue reading →

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making green products more accessible

Posted on August 14, 2008 by

I believe that accessibility is one of the keys to sustainability.  If you can’t get it easily because of proximity, cost, or other issues, it’s very likely that a product/service/habit is not sustainable. My friend started Ecobunga.com on the premise … Continue reading →

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