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Disposables

Which is more “environmentally friendly”: A paper or a plastic bag? A soda in an aluminum can, a styrofoam cup, or a corn-based cup? The answers may seem obvious (the...

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A Farmworker Awareness Week Spotlight

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW), Bon Appétit is dedicating its 2018 Farmworker Awareness Week promotion to highlighting the work of this groundbreaking advocacy organization. Founded in 1993 in Immokalee, FL, the CIW has pushed for fair labor practices by forging strategic alliances among farmworkers, produce growers, and retail buyers.

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Celebrate Fair Trade Month

Fair Trade Offers Producers and Farmers: Stable Prices. A Fair Trade minimum price covers the cost of sustainable production, even when world market prices fall. Potential for Community Investment. A...

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Is Your Compost Making You Complacent?

Much is being made about fighting food waste these days, and we’re glad to see it! No one wants to waste food, but even if you’re well aware of the environmental impacts of food waste, it’s easy to backslide in your day-to-day waste reduction practice.

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Let’s Be Food Waste Warriors Together

We admit it, there’s no glory in fighting food waste. It’s a battle of minutiae, a day-to-day grind. Planning, paying attention, getting creative with carrot tops and potato peels…Even so, the truth is, we love it!

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The Buzz: Matcha

What’s the buzz? Ditch your coffee for a matcha latte and you could live longer, weigh less, and feel better. What does the science say?

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