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Traditional Tuesdays: Nutritious and Delicious – 06/12/12

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Traditional Tuesday’s Nutritious and Delicious Blog Carnival is for anything involving traditional foods. Recipes, techniques, tips, discussions on the hows and whys we do what we do, kitchen organization, appliances used, fitting traditional foods into your life and schedule, anything under the banner of traditional foods is wonderful. Posts, Facebook pages or websites on the...
52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria Fermenting Series Fermented Food Real Food Recipes Salads, Sides, & Vegetables

52 Weeks of Bad A** Bacteria – Week 21 – Lacto-Fermented Dilly Carrots

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
UPDATE 7/26/12: I no longer use whey as a starter for my ferments (learn why here). I also no longer use Mason jars for my ferments (learn why here). I use Fidos and Pickl-Its exclusively and the improvement in the taste and texture of my ferments is unbelievable! I encourage everyone to take a look at the information...
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Infographic Sundays – A Guide to Seasonal Eating Edition

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
Now that summer time is here, fresh fruits and veggies are becoming abundant, depending on where you live. The farmers market right by my house opened last Sunday, and I am so excited to have weekly access to local goodies! I love this infographic and might actually keep it on my fridge for handy reference!...
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Pure Coconut Oil For You and Your Pets – A Tropical Traditions Giveaway

- by Jessica Espinoza, CYT
<<THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. THE WINNER WAS ANNOUNCED HERE>> Yesterday, I wrote about the benefits of feeding coconut oil to your pets. Coconut oil is not only good for humans, but it’s good for your furry (and not so furry) friends as well. DISCLOSURE: I was provided with a sample of this product at...