When Barbie Girl by Aqua became a 1997 anthem, we didn’t really know what we were saying by joyously chanting “life in plastic… it’s fantastic!”. Here we are 25 years later, bearing the brunt of microplastic pollution as it filters its way into every aspect of our daily lives. Avoiding bottles that don’t say they’re BPA-free isn’t enough anymore; there are microplastics in food from our vegetables to our milk and even our tap water. Now, I’m not trying to be an alarmist—this isn’t about ... Read More
Food & Garden
5 Ingredients to Start Your Own Scrappy Kitchen
Who always feels guilty throwing away food scraps? Like not the gross, moldy bits, but potatoes that have grown eyes, or spinach that’s just a *smidge* too wilted? While composting may be the first thing most people consider when trying to reduce their food waste, it’s not always a realistic option if you live in smaller spaces or live in an area with limited resources. That’s why I love the “scrappy cooking” series created by Carleigh AKA @plantyou on Tiktok. Carleigh’s created a whole ... Read More
