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.

  • Natural Products Expo West

    by Sue Taggart

    Can’t believe we just got back from Expo West in Anaheim again! What an amazing show, so many great companies and brands. The Eco18 team of eco-seekers did their best to get around as many of the 2,000+ booths as…Read More

  • March 18 Questions: Agapi Stassinopoulos

    by Sue Taggart

    Each month we will ask a new eco-maven 18 questions about his or her life, occupation and advice for other like-minded people. This month we were able to sit down with Agapi Stassinopoulos, author of Unbinding the Heart: A Dose…Read More

  • Living From the Heart

    by Sue Taggart

    The “Living From the Heart” Go Red For Women Luncheon Educational Panel was one of the most heartfelt events I have had the pleasure of attending. Hosted by the American Heart Association as part of their 2013 Heart Month awareness…Read More

  • 18 things about the heart!

    by Sue Taggart

    This article was updated on February 25thh, 2021  18 things about the heart you might not know As American Heart Month comes to a close, we thought it might be fun to post some “Heart Trivia.” See how many of…Read More

  • Red and Yellow Pepper Soup

    by Sue Taggart

    I make this delicious soup for Valentine’s Day. It’s basically two soups and the combined presentation of them is what makes it a perfect starter for a romantic dinner. But, don’t just have it on February the 14th, it’s one…Read More

  • What’s With the Pancakes?

    by Sue Taggart

    Pancake Week in the US is February 10th – 16th. I suspect most people have no idea where the celebration of the pancake actually began. A great European tradition, Shrove Tuesday (also known as Pancake Day, Pancake Tuesday, Mardi Gras…Read More

  • Diet Roundup

    by Sue Taggart

    Well, it’s that time of year again—New Year Weight Loss Resolutions! Let’s face it, most of us could do with loosing a few pounds, especially after the holidays. But, if you are one of the two thirds of Americans who…Read More

  • A New, Healthier Spin on Comfort Foods!

    by Sue Taggart

    They are called comfort foods for a reason—they comfort us! It’s perfectly natural to crave foods that bring comfort to both the body and the soul. Food is a trigger for memories good and bad, but comfort foods are uniquely…Read More

  • Turkey and Rice Soup

    by Sue Taggart

    I call this “Turkey Kitchen Sink Soup”.  I love to use the turkey carcass and any of the left over meat including the dark meat on the legs and thighs–something we’re all sure to have a lot of after all…Read More

  • Butternut Squash and Spinach Gratin

    by Sue Taggart

    Great for a crowd! Makes a perfect side dish for roast meats, or a vegetarian main course. Serves 6 as a main course, 8-10 as a side dish: 3                       10oz…Read More