Summer is the time of summer berry cocktails and umbrellas in your piña coladas. When it comes to alcohol, we rarely think about its effects on the environment, but it does make a difference. Here are some tips, recipes, and tricks to keep the earth...
We just love summertime…farmers markets, fresh produce, no-cook meals… it’s just the perfect time of year to take advantage of nature’s bounty! The difference between fresh, farm-grown tomatoes and store bought ones is like night and day. So when you are making a simple dish...
Summer is here and even though we want you to keep your go-to shades, we also want you to freshen your look with this summer’s trending sunglasses. Whether you're into the statement bold frames or a more simpler look, here is the list of this...
Summer is here and even though we are still trying hard to get to the gym for that summer beach body, today we will discuss how to get that summer body glow. Isn't that glow why we all love summer? Here at Eco 18 we...
One of the great things about summer is the abundance of ripe watermelons! Sweet and deliciously refreshing, they make a perfect summer salad. You can easily adapt this very simple recipe to add toppings and herbs of your choice. We especially like feta cheese and...
Asparagus season is one of my favorite times of year. Farmers markets are the best places for just-cut, farm to table asparagus. I have frozen it (without the asparagus tips for garnish) and heated it in cooler months. It still tastes wonderful, but chilled is...
For those who still remember actresses Alicia Silverstone and Liv Tyler half naked in the classic video of Aerosmith “Crazy” (don’t get me wrong, I was 8, but super MTV savvy), you’re not crazy or outdated if you think that video is cool. In fact,...
Did you know that approximately 2.3 couples get married each year in the United States? 10.8 percent of those weddings, generally happen in the month of June. We thought it'd be fun to take a look at wedding traditions that have happened throughout the years. 1850s In this...