Wednesday, September 1, 2010 –
Some of our customers are picky eaters, who want exactly what they want and nothing else in their breakfast bowls. And some of our customers are foodies who want the best in flavorful, top-quality fruits and grains. And some are health-focused folks who want the most concentrated sources of nutrition they can find.
And then some [...]
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 –
Vanilla gets a bad rap in our culture—it’s used to describe something bland, boring, or just bad–be it food, music, or sex. That’s a shame, because in fact the vanilla bean is the sex organ of a tropical orchid. Spicy, exotic, flavorful, worshipped–it’s pretty much the opposite of bland!
The Totonaco people of the Vera Cruz region [...]
We’ve been getting a lot of love recently from all our fans (thanks, y’all!) It’s always great to know we’re appreciated. We know that a lot of people are feeling the pinch in this economy, though, and some of you have been tempted to downgrade your cereal options. Even though you looooove the taste of [...]
As some of you may have noticed, we feature buckwheat in our granola. Why? For one reason, it’s gluten-free—making it a great choice for people with celiac and others who have difficulty with gluten. But what’s more, it has a unique and delicious taste of its own that has been described as part wild greens, [...]
Wednesday, June 23, 2010 –
We’ve noticed that a lot of our customers like their Mojamix SOOOOOOO much that in addition to enjoying it for breakfast and snacks, many of you are finding ways to work it into dessert. Well, duh. Is it any big surprise that folks consider their favorite fruits, nuts, and spices to be a special treat? [...]
Father’s Day is about thanking the man who put aside other pleasures to raise you. If your Dad wanted another power saw or drill, he’d probably buy it himself. Instead, why not look for a way to thank him for all the work he did in the past? What did your Dad do for you [...]
There have been proponents of the raw food diet since the 11th century, when famous theologian Aibert first promoted raw food as a part of his path to God. In more recent times, scientists have shown that enzymes in uncooked foods are released in the mouth when chewed, likely aiding in digestion. Raw fruits are [...]
It can be difficult to find just the right gift for Mother’s Day. After all, she gave you life… that’s a bit hard to top! And there aren’t many presents that can adequately express your appreciation for decades of patience, love, and support.
To make matters worse, if your mom is like most moms she already [...]
Thursday, April 15, 2010 –
In China, the peach was said to be consumed by the immortals due to its mystic virtue of conferring longevity on all who ate them. The divinity Yu Huang, also called the Jade Emperor, and his mother Xi Wangmu, also known as Queen Mother of the West, ensured the gods’ everlasting existence by feeding them [...]
Thursday, April 1, 2010 –
If, like many of us, you have been watching the series LOST over the last few years, you might have wondered, “How would I do if I was stranded on a desert island?” According to actual survivors, the possessions you have with you can make all the difference. And if what you’ve got is a [...]