Tag Archive 'Dining Out'

8 Ways To Lighten Up While Dining Out.

Posted in Green, Health, Smart Choices, Superhero Posse on Feb 2nd, 2012

Written by Lisa Borden, a sweet, sweet member of Meghan Telpner’s Superhero Posse.
How much heavier are you when you leave a restaurant? Dining out is one of life’s absolute pleasures and privileges, especially now that more and more local, organic cuisine is peppering the culinary scene. Restaurants are a key part of our culture – think celebrations, business meetings and first dates and it’s crucial for us and our world to eat off of greener menus (and we are not simply referring to a leafy salad). I find my own palate has changed as I stick to my own set of eating-values. I now want slow food (but sometimes when I’m out with all 3 kids, not too slow) and organic menus supporting local food providers. In fact, I’ll drive across the city for it (because there are but a few gems). I try to counteract the un-eco-ness of the travel in as many ways possible and hope that as we all demand more, there won’t be a “green restaurant” category, and it’ll be the standard because it just makes sense for all of us.

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Happy Diners, Happy Restaurant

Posted in Happiness, Health, Wellbeing on Nov 16th, 2011

Lately while speaking with friends, I’ve been reminded about how difficult group dining can be with so many different dietary restrictions and/or preferences. This generally isn’t a concern if you eat out with like bellied people – but ’tis the season you may find yourself organizing a lunch or dinner for a wide array of folks. Choosing an all vegetarian/vegan restaurant may not be an option for your group if, say, your boss loves steak.

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Fatty Fatty Fat Fat: A Trip to America

Posted in Health, Junk Food, Nutrition, Smart Choices, Snack, Wellbeing on Oct 28th, 2008

Lots whipped butter, Milk Duds and Equal... Just part of the offering

I have just returned from a super duper fabulous weekend in Chicago, where I celebrated my 29th birthday with Jay,one of my oldest friends. Both Jay and I are incredibly health conscious and mindful of what we eat.  I had been warned that finding Meghan friendly restaurants in Chitown would be a challenge, given that [...]

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