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New Belgium Brewing Company
Jan 28, 2012

New Belgium Brewing Company

 
New Belgium Brewing Company cares about the environment almost as much as they care about brewing rich, authentic Belgian beer. The company is showing that a brewery can remain focused on producing highly acclaimed beer while also finding ways to incorporate innovative green practices into their business and help support others who want to become sustainable. The best part is they do all of this while maintaining a joyful attitude and sense of fun. This comes through in their…
 
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Numi Teas
Nov 3, 2011

Numi Teas

 
Studies abound touting the heath benefits of drinking tea. From beneficial antioxidants to disease prevention powers, tea is the healthy, comforting drink of choice for many. But how do you choose between all the teas on the market today? And are all teas made equal? Even healthy drinks need careful label reading to determine what is actually contained in the product. Some teas, although marketed as all natural, actually contain flavoring, fragrances, oils and a tea dust that requires…
 
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Theo Chocolate
Aug 31, 2011

Theo Chocolate

 
Is there anything better than chocolate? If you are a die-hard chocolate lover, you might think there isn’t anything better than a rich, creamy bite of chocolate. But how about if that rich, creamy, organic, all natural bite of chocolate is made by a company whose intent is “to change the way the cocoa industry does business” for the betterment of the world? This is the passion and mission of the people at Theo Chocolate, the first and only…
 
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VeeV
Sep 30, 2010

VeeV

 
Gaining a reputation as the latest super-food, Açai berries are becoming a popular ingredient around the world, with devotees including Oprah, supermodel Gisele Bündchen, musician Sting and pro-surfer Kelly Slater.  These dark purple berries contain over 50% more antioxidants than other better known berries.  A well kept secret of the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest, the Açai berry has been catapulted into the limelight.  The Açai berries are now influencing the palates of the most discerning of consumers.  Fusing Açai berries…
 
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The System of Rice Intensification (SRI)
May 27, 2010

The System of Rice Intensification (SRI)

 
  Rice is an essential part of cuisine in many countries – especially when it comes to preparing an array of international dishes. As you settle into the latest green restaurant or want to embrace a more ecologically sound method of cooking, consider an approach that has taken more than 30 years to cultivate. The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) involves methods that alter the way rice is typically grown. In the end, you…
 
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Monin Gourmet Flavorings
Mar 16, 2010

Monin Gourmet Flavorings

 
Little luxuries are some of the most important – whether it’s stirring rich and delicious Hazelnut-flavored syrup into your morning coffee or adding a white chocolate sauce to your favorite sinful desert.  Monin Gourmet Flavorings provides a whole line of these little luxuries that will make a difference at family dinners, coffee or tea time, or for special occasions. About the Products: Monin is probably most famous for their line of syrups – more than 100…
 
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GoodOnYa
Feb 12, 2010

GoodOnYa

 
For the healthy shopper looking for a satisfying boost in nutrition, you might want to take a look into the GoodOnYa selection of organic nutrition bars. With the motto, "Every Ingredient Matters," each organic ingredient serves a nutritional purpose. To boot, the company sends out their tasty morsels of goodness in cutting-edge green packaging.  In the end, you wind up munching on a combination protein, fiber, energy snack bar that essentially creates the ultimate nutrition…
 
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Home-Brewed Organic Beer
Mar 16, 2009

Home-Brewed Organic Beer

 
Today, there are over 3 million Americans who buy organic food for both health and environmental reasons. If you are one of those consumers and you enjoy a cold beer, you already have several reasons to try your hand at organic brewing. Organic beer is rapidly escalating in popularity and has been increasingly noted as award-winning in home brewing contests sanctioned by the American Homebrewer’s Association. If you find yourself near San Fransisco, CA on June 18 - 20,…
 
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Babycakes NYC offers Nationwide Delivery
Jan 25, 2009

Babycakes NYC offers Nationwide Delivery

 
Valentine’s Day isn’t Valentine’s Day unless you get something sweet, scrumptious and delicious from your ‘someone special.’ Unfortunately, this can leave health-conscious and allergy-prone individuals feeling a bit disconnected. If you’re searching for mouth-watering and tasty yet healthy treats for the ones you love on Valentine’s Day, BabyCakes NYC has exactly what you need! BabyCakes NYC features desserts that are:- Gluten and Wheat Free- Casein Free- Refined Sugar Free- Soy Free- Egg Free- Vegan - KosherWhile most of BabyCakes…
 
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Organic Champagne: Celebrate with Sustainable Delight
Dec 29, 2008

Organic Champagne: Celebrate with Sustainable Delight

 
With the celebratory twist of a cork, popping open a bottle of champagne has become a timeless symbol for romance, weddings, Valentine’s Day, job promotions, and bringing in the New Year. However, before the ingenious notion of organic champagne took flight, the true intensity of distinct flavors and enchanting hints of fruit were often diminished. Today, organic vintners cultivate liquid masterpieces free of pesticides and extra sulphite, which allows the natural essence of champagne to captivate. Organic ChampagneGrapes cultivated…
 
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Make your New Years Extra Special with Tsar Nicoulai Caviar
Dec 26, 2008

Make your New Years Extra Special with Tsar Nicoulai Caviar

 
If you’re looking to make your holidays a little more special, then you should definitely add some Tsar Nicoulai American caviar to your shopping list.San Francisco-based Tsar Nicoulai is recognized as a leader in sustainable sturgeon production around the world, according to spokeswoman Alicia Engstrom. The company’s proprietary tank-farming techniques have significantly reduced the threat to declining wild stocks, while its use of water from its own natural aquifers and unique recycling programs have made the company truly earth-friendly,…
 
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Nudo Olive Oil
Nov 2, 2008

Nudo Olive Oil

 
When it comes to green luxury foods, locale is a big deal. Connoisseurs know that just as wines produced in regions like Bordeaux or Burgundy each have their own unique characters, olive oils are also distinctive products of their environments. While it’s easy enough to compare, for example, a Tuscan and a Sicilian olive oil, the Nudo Company takes this concept one step further by intimately acquainting customers with its individual groves in the foothills of the Italian Sibillini…
 
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360 Vodka: Eco-Luxury Vodka
Nov 1, 2008

360 Vodka: Eco-Luxury Vodka

 
Weston, MO’s McCormick Distilling is now offering Vodka 360, their entry into the burgeoning eco-friendly luxury spirits market. McCormick says that Vodka 360 is the “world’s first Eco-Luxury vodka.” What makes this vodka so green? The answer: everything. From 360’s energy-efficient distillation process that saves 200% more energy than tradition distillation systems, to their recycled packaging, to their reusable bottle stoppers (send them back in the postage-paid envelopes and they’ll make a $1 donation to an environmental organization), 360 Vodka…
 
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