Upcycling, or using materials that might otherwise be discarded to create something of higher value than the original product, has been happening in the fashion industry for a long time. Now, food is getting its turn.
The Buzz: Breakfast
What’s the buzz? From grandmas to health “gurus,” many claim breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But what does the science say?
Wellness Tips: Can a shot of apple-cider vinegar a day keep the doctor away?
I’ve read that apple cider vinegar can help with weight loss, digestion, and other health concerns. Should I be drinking it daily?
The Buzz: Nutrition “Experts”
What’s the buzz? From weight loss bloggers to health foodies and celebrities, everyone’s a nutrition “expert.” But what does the science say?
The Buzz: Seaweed
What’s the buzz? Seaweed is being hailed as the “new kale” — a nutritional powerhouse that we should all be eating. What does the science say?
Wellness Tips: Incredibly Edible Stems
Many recipes for greens that I come across advise to de-stem them before cooking. Should I do this, or is there a benefit to keeping them?
Recipe: Wheat Berry Oatmeal Porridge
Oats aren’t the only breakfast-friendly grain. Wheat berries add a sweet, nutty, and satisfying bite to your otherwise average oatmeal.
A Trip Inside RI Mushroom Company
In addition to getting access to the freshest, most flavorful local ingredients, one of the perks that Bon Appétit chefs enjoy through the Farm to Fork program is the chance to get out and visit their suppliers. With RI Mushroom Company recently coming on board, it was only a matter of time before everyone wanted […]
Recipe: Toasted Pepita Pesto
Pesto can be made with almost any nut or seed one desires; this recipe uses pepitas. Toasting the pepitas releases their oils and deepens their flavor for a delicious take on the classic.
The Buzz: Tiny Seeds, BIG Benefits
What’s the buzz? Chia, hemp, and flax can help keep your heart beating strong. But what’s the science behind these tiny seeds?