food

The last Wednesday of every April marks “Stop Food Waste Day,” an observance we frequently discuss here at eco18. In the past, we’ve given you tips to cut down on food waste and celebrated a youth advocate focused on funding…Read More

Happy Pepper Pot Day! If you are like us, this may be a holiday unfamiliar to you. But never fear; we are here to unpack its rich history and controversy! The Story Remember when you were in grade school, and…Read More

Happy National Nut Day! Celebrated annually on October 22nd, this is the perfect opportunity to throw some cashews into your stir-fry, dip an almond biscotti into your coffee, or even just savor your PB&J sandwich a little bit more. In…Read More

March is National Celery Month and the perfect time to celebrate the multiple usages of this marshland vegetable. Did You Know that celery has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years? In 850 B.C., celery seeds were believed…Read More

Photo Source: Adobe Stock This Thanksgiving is certainly unlike any other. With the pandemic still in full force, this year’s gatherings may feel different, but at least there’s one part that will remain a constant – turkey! But, in typical…Read More

National Vegetarian Month is a great time for us to think about what making a few changes in our meat intake might look like.  Efforts to curb greenhouse-gas emissions and the impacts of global warming will fall significantly short without…Read More

Header Image: The People of Detroit Food deserts are a multilayer issue that brings to the forefront of the conversation key questions about the nutrition of the nation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture defines food deserts as “locations without easy…Read More

This piece was written by Rebecca Moses and originally published in Groom + Style on May 14, 2020. There’s no doubt that our purchasing decisions are the backbone of the local economy, and whether we buy local or shop at a…Read More

Photo: KAMUT® (Khorasan) Sourdough Bread / Breadtopia Have you ever wondered what Egyptians ate in 1500 B.C.? I was surprised to learn that the Egyptians savored sourdough bread as a vital part of their healthy diet. The National Sourdough Bread…Read More

January is usually the starting point of new year resolutions. With the hope to start fresh, most of us make plans to work out, eat healthier and look after our professional goals. But from January 20th-26th, there’s another celebration: Sugar…Read More