Author

Sue Taggart

As a child growing up in Kent “The Garden of England”, I thought that every family grew their own vegetables. I would help my grandfather in the garden and loved pulling potatoes and carrots out of the soil. These early experiences have given me a great appreciation for where our food comes from and a discerning palette for fresh, seasonal produce. As an avid reader, writing and storytelling is a passion that has only deepened over the years together with a growing concern for the health of our oceans and planet. We are facing serious issues with climate change and the clock is ticking…so it’s up to all of us to nurture and protect our home planet.

  • Snacking – the New Way of Eating

    by Sue Taggart

    There’s a new snacking culture in the US and like with every other industry across business verticals, millennials are having a significant impact on the CPG food category due to their prolific love of snacking. According to Mintel, millennials are…Read More

  • ECO18 Questions: 7 Years On

    by Sue Taggart

      As we start this new year in a midst of troubling news from the White House to Hollywood, it seems appropriate that I should take a look back at my original 18 questions posted when we launched eco18 back…Read More

  • Hearty Grain Bowls

    by Sue Taggart

    These loaded veggie-grain bowls are hearty enough for a cold winter day, high in fiber and full of great textures – filling, energizing and heart healthy­ ­– plus they taste great!   Kale, Sweet Potato and Avocado Bowl Light, smoky…Read More

  • The Power of Kindness

    by Sue Taggart

    Other than the mere fact that being kind is a good thing to be, spreading kindness can change the world. According to Science Daily, spreading kindness doesn’t only bring joy to those around you, but it can bring joy to…Read More

  • Cranberry, Pear and Ginger Relish

    by Sue Taggart

    Do you throw away the cranberry jelly every Thanksgiving? This recipe is guaranteed to disappear right off the plate! It also makes a perfect hostess gift. You can make a week ahead of time and keep refrigerated. Makes about 3…Read More

  • Splendid Squashes

    by Sue Taggart

    Whether you love it or hate it, you have to admit squash are so prolific and resplendent in the Fall they are a little difficult to ignore. I must admit, it took me a while, but now I’m a squash…Read More

  • National Guacamole Day!

    by Sue Taggart

    ‪Holy‪ Guacamole! National Guacamole Day is September 16th and it’s the ideal day to indulge in the perfect green super food… avocado! Here are two of our favorite guacamole recipes, we hope you like them as much as we do!…Read More