I had the opportunity to write a guest post over at The Bride and Groom this week! It’s full of tips to help you plan a greener wedding (but it’s worth a read even if you’re not planning a wedding–alot of the ideas can be applied to everyday life). You can check out the full post here.
I also thought it would be fun to re-post my favorite section of the blog right here! It’s all about food, a topic with which I’m mildly obsessed.
Enjoy!
-Each food item in the average U.S. meal travels 1500 miles from farm to plate, and comes much further if it is out of season in our hemisphere and has to be brought in from the other side of the world. The fuel consumption and carbon emissions required for this type of jet-setting is excessive, not to mention the environmental impact of poor agricultural practices, and the human toll of labor exploitation. Buying locally grown food that is in season puts more money into the farmer’s pocket, supports sound growing practices, and allows you to experience a much broader range of seasonal food–as you’re not limited to varieties that are bred for their ability to withstand days in the back of truck, not for their flavor.
-Try to find a caterer who is willing to use locally grown food that is in season, and visit Local Harvest to find farmers and local food suppliers in your area.
-Don’t let leftover food get thrown away! Arrange to have it sent home with guests or donated to a homeless shelter or food bank.
This lovely little bakery in American Fork makes the BEST shortbread chocolate chip cookies.
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