Good food doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, a healthier way of eating starts with what’s already on your plate. I recently attended the Farm to Healthcare event at the Culinary Institute at 4Roots Farm in Orlando, Florida. I was introduced to a nutrition program called Full Plate Living, and it quickly caught my interest. [...]
Power outages happen—storms, heat waves, accidents, snow, ice, wind—life throws them at us. When the lights go out, food safety quickly becomes a top priority. Refrigerators and freezers can keep food cold for a while, but once the temperature rises, bacteria can grow fast and make food unsafe. Knowing how long food stays good and [...]
How to Build a Nutritious Bowl with What You Have: Bowls aren’t just a trend—they’re a practical, flexible way to eat good, stretch ingredients, and build meals that actually keep you full. A good bowl doesn’t require specialty foods or fancy sauces. It’s about layering simple ingredients—many you already have—into a balanced, satisfying meal that [...]
Greens are essential to the Soul Food diet. Seasoned and boiled greens of the Soul Food variety go back to West African traditions. The type of green that is popular to Black and country folks depends on their geography. Growing up, it was common for mother and other female family members to prepare turnip or [...]
