Hot Topic Sizzle: The Buzz about Whole Foods

Every So often, the newswoman in me grabs a story that’s worth becoming part of our Hot Topic Sizzle. But before I start…. a little self promotion is in order. If you notice the picture to the left talks about ‘Cancer Fighting Foods’. Remember last year I was on stage at the Fairgrounds 4 times? Well … Read more

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You think you know General Mills?

Do you think you know General Mills? Well, trust me. You don’t. The latest and greatest large companies are buying up smaller companies, and leaving the brand, without hooking that train to their wagon. You don’t know that Annies is owned by General Mills, right? RIGHT CHEF! One of the emails I just received (and yes, … Read more

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Native Foods – Restaurant Review Update

Two years ago this month, I reviewed Native Foods in Encinitas on ChefMarian.com and Yelp. I thought I would run an update for you. I have spent a lifetime trying to help, not hurt chefs. So while I still do restaurant reviews, my goal is to bring you ‘the best’. Rarely in all my years of blogging … Read more

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Organic too expensive? Not if it’s your own garden. Enter Echo Eden!

Organic too expensive? Not if it’s your own garden. And if you shop smart…. you could actually buy organic and save money! What people don’t seem to realize is: if you buy only what you need… the way people do in Europe… you won’t be spending …. You’ll be saving! Count what you trash at … Read more

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