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THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTThe True Cost of Tequila (you don't need to like tequila to listen): A Chapter Reading for Cinco de MayoSend us a textDive into the fascinating world of sustainable tequila production as we explore a chapter from my book "Eat Less Water" titled "Tequila and Water." Did you know that one liter of tequila requires 65 gallons of water to produce? With America's love for margaritas driving massive tequila imports, our collective consumption represents nearly 10 billion gallons of water annually – enough to fill almost 18,000 Olympic-sized swimming pools.Meet Don Adolfo Murillo, founder of award-winning Tequila Alquimia and pioneer of organic tequila production. Through his story, we uncover the stark contrast between conventional aga...
2025-05-0715 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTWhat If Your Kitchen Paid You Back $6,000 For Turning It into A Vehicle for Change?Send us a textWhat happens when a family transforms their kitchen from chaotic to organized? From having no shopping list or meal plan, to setting aside time each week to plan meals before heading out to the store? For Eva, a member of the Kitchen Activist Collective, it sparked a revolution that saved her marriage from food-related arguments, put $6,000 back in her pocket annually, and gave her a powerful way to combat climate anxiety.Eva began with a simple yet profound step: organizing her kitchen, one of the four pillars of Kitchen Activism. She...
2025-04-2539 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTNo Kitchen? No Problem! Cooking Up Change in a College DormSend us a textJoaquin Rodriguez, son of Kitchen Activist host Florencia Ramirez, reveals how he cooks nutritious, budget-friendly meals in his NYC college dorm with minimal equipment. His creative approach proves that kitchen activism can thrive anywhere, regardless of kitchen size or equipment limitations.• Creating nutritious meals with just a mini-fridge, toaster oven, rice cooker, and electric kettle• Batch cooking beans and rice as affordable, versatile meal foundations• Using a rice cooker for multiple purposes beyond rice—pasta, reheating, and hard-boiled eggs• Planning and executing weekly "Friday Feasts" for friends featuring dishes lik...
2025-04-0929 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTACTIVISM IS DREAMS MADE VISIBLESend us a textEpisode Description:In today's inspiring episode of the Kitchen Activist podcast, Florencia Ramirez reflects on the transformative power of dreaming. Drawing from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, Florencia shares her vision for a more sustainable, equitable, and thriving food system. She dives into six powerful dreams for the planet and connects them to actionable steps we can take as Kitchen Activists.From the power of regenerative agriculture and soil health to reimagining school cafeterias and advocating for clean water and air...
2025-01-2119 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST12 DAYS OF KITCHEN ACTIVISM: SAVORING THE SEASON SUSTAINABLY AND WITH MORE SATISFACTIONSend us a textThis episode uncovers how embracing the 12 Days of Kitchen Activism can enhance the holiday season, dramatically reduce waste, and foster genuine connections. Florencia Ramirez delves into the staggering statistics of holiday trash and explores practical ways to slow down, savor moments, and connect with loved ones, transforming the festive season into one of joy, reflection, and meaningful action.Ramirez brainstorms traditions that reflect community values, such as neighborhood toasts, community gatherings, and simple meals prepared with others. She encourages listeners to skip the pressure to overbuy, create a Pinterest-perfect holiday, and...
2024-12-1226 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTURN YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING INTO A FORCE FOR CHANGE: STRATEGIES FOR ECO-FRIENDLY GIFT-GIVINGSend us a textThe holiday season often evokes images of bustling malls, long shopping lists, and beautifully wrapped presents. Yet, amidst this festive hustle, a pressing question arises: Can holiday shopping become a catalyst for sustainability and positive change? In the latest podcast episode, Florencia Ramirez takes listeners on a transformative journey, offering strategies for eco-friendly gift-giving that align with environmental and personal well-being values.In this episode, Florencia delves into mindful shopping, highlighting the significant impact our spending can have during the holiday season. With U.S. holiday spending projected to surpass $1 trillion...
2024-12-0617 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTREDUCING THANKSGIVING FOOD WASTE: 5 STRATEGIES FOR AN ECO-FRIENDLY HOLIDAY FEASTSend us a textEver wonder how much food we waste during Thanksgiving and its impact on our planet? With a staggering 305 million pounds of food wasted in the U.S. during this holiday alone, it's time to rethink our festive feasts. In this special episode of the Kitchen Activist Podcast, I, Florencia Ramirez, promise to equip you with practical tips and strategies to tackle this issue head-on. Whether hosting or attending, learn how to plan meals that align with your guests' preferences, helping you reduce waste and save money. By understanding what your guests enjoy, you...
2024-11-1517 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTCULTIVATING HOPE: Tess Taylor's Insight into Gardening, Poetry, and Environmental ActionSend us a textTess Taylor shares the fascinating story behind her latest anthology, "Leaning Toward Light: Poems for Gardens and the Hands That Tend Them." Tess's work serves as a beacon, urging humanity towards diversity, unity, and restorative hope. In this episode, we delve into gardening from the perspective of food justice and community building.  Whether you're a gardening enthusiast, a fan of poetry, or someone seeking to make a difference in the world, this episode will inspire you to get your hands in the soil.The anthology is available anywhere books are sold  BU...
2023-12-1320 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTELECTRIFY YOUR KITCHEN WITH SMALL APPLIANCESSend us a textOrdinary appliances like the gas stove are considered harmless, but they're significant contributors to harmful emissions.  This episode exposes the shocking influence of the gas and oil industry that has led us to favor gas stoves, even with their environmental and health impacts. I also delve into the alarming data about natural gas revenue and the water volume used in fracking. But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom! I'll offer you tangible ways to become a kitchen activist. Small changes, like opting for a toaster oven or a single bu...
2023-11-3024 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST11 ACTION TIPS TO COMBAT FOOD WASTE THIS THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYSend us a textImagine the amount of food that ends up in the trash during the Thanksgiving holiday season. What if we told you that America alone wastes 305 million pounds of food on Thanksgiving, creating a carbon footprint equivalent to 169,000 cars driving for an entire year? Pretty shocking, right? But there's a way to make a difference. During this episode, I'll share how you can play your part in reducing food waste at your Thanksgiving table. As a Kitchen Activist, you'll make the world a better place, one dish at a time. I will guide you...
2023-11-0819 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTCELEBRATING DIA DE LOS MUERTOS SUSTAINABLY: ALIGNING TRADITION WITH KITCHEN ACTIVISMSend us a textAs I woke this morning, the aroma of my grandmother's signature lentil stew filled the air, at least in my memory. It is Dia de los Muertos—the day we honor our deceased loved ones by preparing their favorite meals. It got me thinking about the power of food, not only as a means of remembrance but also as a tool to impact our planet positively. I invite you to join me as we journey into the world of Kitchen Activism, where our meals become intentional acts of respect for our ancestors, our en...
2023-11-0110 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTRANSFORMING YOUR KITCHEN INTO A PLATFORM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL CHANGESend us a textReady to transform your kitchen into a powerhouse for environmental and social change?  In this episode, I read from the INTRODUCTION  for my book in process, THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST. Let me know what you think.Start Meal Planning to Save the Planet and Money! Click Here to get started. Join us inside the Kitchen Activist Collective. Learn more here.Get a copy of the EAT LESS WATER book.Reach me at info@eatlesswater.com
2023-10-2521 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTKITCHEN ACTIVISM: EMPOWERING SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE WITH DR. DAVID WHITESend us a textGet ready to broaden your horizon with our in-depth chat with Dr. David White, a soil biologist making waves in the world of environmental and social change! With his background in biological sciences, he marries his love for gardening and permaculture design with his research on soil health, creating a fascinating perspective on the path to sustainability.In our conversation, we delve into topics like regenerative agriculture as a climate solution and the detrimental effects of industrial agriculture on soil organic matter. We talk about how we partner together with the...
2023-10-1138 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTHE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS AND HOW YOU CAN FIGHT BACK FROM YOUR KITCHENSend us a textHave you ever thought about the power of your kitchen? This episode of The Kitchen Activist is about to shatter your preconceptions and reveal the shocking truth about ultra-processed foods. I'm going far beyond the well-trodden path of health concerns and delving into the environmental havoc these food products can wreak - from climate change and water scarcity to deforestation and pollution. But it's not all gloom. I'm also arming you with the knowledge you need to fight back. Get ready to redefine your grocery shopping strategy, navigate the maze of ingredient labels...
2023-10-0522 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTHOW KITCHEN ACTIVISM CAN PRODUCES THE HIGHEST FORM OF LIVINGSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYThis episode is inspired by a quote written by Anais Nin. She wrote, "Dreams pass into the reality of action. From the action stems the dream again, and this interdependence produces the highest form of living." Kitchen activism is about taking our heart's desire or dreams for a better, healthier, thriving environment and turning that desire into a reality of action. In this episode, I describe how this is true in my kitchen and my life. And give you action steps to inspire the highest form of living in...
2023-09-2709 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTWHY IT'S IMPORTANT TO COOK WITH OTHERSSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYIn this week's episode, I encourage you to invite people into your kitchen to cook together. That is kitchen activism.  Each of the action steps to Kitchen Activism I discussed here in the podcast, like meal planning, shopping, and kitchen organization. It all comes together to be served on our plates. We can take control of our food choices. But it requires us to cook more often. We must cook more and reverse the downward trend of time spent in the kitchen. When we cook at home, w...
2023-09-2012 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTPANTRY MAKEOVER DESIGNED TO REDUCE FOOD WASTE, SAVE MONEY, AND WATERSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARY:Imagine transforming your kitchen into a climate change-fighting powerhouse. With warming temperatures and depleting water systems becoming a global concern, our episode today reveals how you, right from your home kitchen, can contribute to positive environmental change. We also delve into the intricate details of Libya's water crisis, highlighting the effects of climate change on the world's water systems. This episode paints a vivid picture of how soil degradation and deforestation exacerbate water absorption and evaporation issues and how we can restore our soils and aquifers.But...
2023-09-1328 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTNOW IS THE TIME FOR A NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION TO MAKE POSITIVE CHANGESend us a textThe latest episode encourages us to let nature's rhythm as we move into Autumn inspire September resolutions for positive change in our lives and activism-- kitchen activism.Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips...
2023-09-0610 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTHOW TO STOP OUR FOOD FROM DRAINING OUR GROUNDWATER WITH WHAT WE EATSend us a textI was inspired to record this podcast episode after reading the first of a four-part series article about dropping groundwater totals in the United States published on August 29, 2023 New York Times.  I not only encourage you to take a look at the article for the compelling visual rendering of the fast-dropping water tables in the last 100 years but also to listen to three things you can do about it with what you eat. Here is a link to the article. Click here for the free How to Eat Less W...
2023-08-3019 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTHREE ACTION STEPS TO CHANGE THE WORLD WITH WHAT YOU EAT WHEN TRAVELINGSend us a textClick here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on celebrating like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed to serve well-being at the Eat Less Water...
2023-08-2333 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTGET FOSSIL FUELS OUT OF YOUR FOODSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYWhat is at stake with our inaction to stop the causes of climate change? Today the answer comes in the harrowing images from Maui in real-time. What does tomorrow bring? We can change what is happening today with our next food shopping trip. In this episode, I connect the dots between extreme weather events caused by climate change, the burning of fossil fuels, and our food.   I offer simple action steps you can take today to align yourself with the solution.There is po...
2023-08-1625 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTMEAL PLANNING IS A POWERFUL TOOL TO REPAIR THE ENVIRONMENT WITH WHAT WE EATSend us a textClick here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on celebrating like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed to serve well-being at the Eat Less...
2023-08-0919 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTWHAT'S AT STAKE?Send us a textEPISODE SUMMARYSame great content with a new name THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST. Be resplendnet,FlorenciaDownload FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Get a copy of the EAT LESS WATER bookStart Meal Planning to Save the Planet and Money! Click Here to get started. Join...
2023-08-0216 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTHAT'S A WRAP FOR SEASON ONESend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYThe first season of THE HOW TO EAT LESS WATER podcast has come to an end with 70 episodes. The next season will be begin on Wednesday, August 2 with a new name THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST or BE A KITCHEN ACTIVIST (still deciding). In the meantime I will finish my two books slated for publication in Spring of 2025 by Red Hen Press. Continue to make a difference in the Kitchen, the most potent vehicle we have to rewrite this story.Be well,Florencia
2023-05-1714 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTPERFECTION IS NOT THE GOAL REVISITEDSend us a textLinks and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed...
2023-05-1009 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTJANE FONDA'S BIG OIL RESISTANCE: ACTIVISM, CLIMATE JUSTICE, AND EMPOWERMENTSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode, listeners will hear Jane Fonda speak about her BIG OIL RESISTANCE tour on the Santa Barbara Earth Day Stage. Florencia Ramirez was honored and privileged to introduce this incredible activist dedicated to growing well-being for all. The episode also features the voice of Nalleli Cobo, the recipient of this year's Environmental Hero Award, an honor Ramirez received in 2018.After listening to this episode, listeners will:Be inspired to think of ways to move away from fossil fuels in their homes, food...
2023-05-0315 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTHOW TO MANIFEST WELL-BEING & STRENGTH FOR YOU AND THE PLANET, W/ JACQUI BURGE, CEO XO JACQUISend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode I'm joined by Jacqui Burge, founder and CEO of XO/ Jacqui and other successful companies, including Desk Yogi. We begin the conversation by discussing the poster that hangs in her MOVE Sanctuary yoga studio located in Ojai, California that reads, HOPE IS FOR LOSERS. This launches us in a powerful discussion of how Jacqui turns her hope into action exemplified in her latest venture XO/Jacqui. Her organic protein powder, formulated to provide strong + vital menopause support went from idea to market in  in 6 months!A...
2023-04-2640 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTHREE IMPORTANT REASONS TO CELEBRATE EARTH DAY IN 2023Send us a textPODCAST SUMMARYI mention the following people or organizations in this podcast. earthday.orgsbearthday.orgMeet me at Alameda Park in Santa Barbara to celebrate Earth Day this year on April 29 & 30. Find me at the EAT LESS WATER booth and on the main stage to MC this year's CEC ENVIRONMENTAL EARTH HERO from 2-3 on Sunday, April 30.Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the...
2023-04-1917 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTHOW TO EMBRACE THE REGENERATIVE FUTURE NOWSend us a textPODCAST SUMMARYI mention the following people or organizations in this podcast. BioneersLiberty EcosystemsNew Energy NexusDowntown Crenshaw RisingJoanna MacyDr. Muriilo's Organic Tequila- Alquimia TequilaI end the podcast with the following poem written by Rainier Maria Rilke:Earth, Isn't This What You WantEarth, isn't this what you want? To arise in us, invisible?Is it not your dream, to enter us so whollythere's nothing left outside us to...
2023-04-1218 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST3 WAYS TO HONOR CESAR CHAVEZ DAYSend us a textLinks and resources:Dirty Dozen ListUnited Farm WorkersClick here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends...
2023-04-0518 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST7 MUST HAVE INGREDIENTS FOR GOOD LIVING (so we can do good in the world)Send us a textEPISODE SUMMARYHave you ever had days that were starting to feel or taste like a soup that was missing a crucial spice?   This episode was inspired by my recent feelings of blandness that started to set in. This caused me to do an inventory of the seven ingredients that have come to be my guiding post for living. Upon reflection, it became clear that I was heavy on some and sporadic with others and it was impacting the flavor of my "life's soup." This is what I know to b...
2023-03-2915 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST8 POWERFUL WAYS TO HONOR WORLD WATER DAY!Send us a textEPISODE SUMMARYMarch 22 is World Water Day. The holiday, initiated by the United Nations in 1993, serves as a reminder that we must protect and conserve this limited vital resource. Water scarcity is too real for many people on the globe. Did you know one in three people around the world lacks access to safe water? That’s 2.2 billion people who do not have access to clean water as many of us do. And according to Charity Water, women and girls around the world lose 200 million hours every day walking or wat...
2023-03-2218 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTCOMPOST TEA FOR WORLD WATER DAYSend us a textYou are invited to join me at this year's compost tea party! Send me an email at info@eatlesswater.com if you want to join or would like info on how to throw your own tea party.  Below is the Press Release for the event:RIO DEL NORTE TO HOST “COMPOST TEA PARTY” TO SAVE WATER ON WORLD WATER DAY More than 500 students and community volunteers will come together MARCH 22, 2023 to learn how to create pesticide-free landscapes that sequester carbon and save water and will be treate...
2023-03-1517 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTWATER FOOTPRINTS, THE TRUE COST OF FOOD, HOW TO MAKE SUSTAINABLE FOOD MORE ACCESSIBLE AND MORESend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYOn this episode, I'm joined by Beatriz Barnes, a sophomore in high school, and journalist on her school paper. After Bea reached out to me with a series of thoughtful questions for her school paper for an article she wrote on EAT LESS WATER and regenerative agriculture, I invited her to the podcast to ask me the questions.  I think you will be as impressed by Bea and her questions as I was. Thank you for joining me in this movement to save water and grow we...
2023-03-0832 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTHREE REASONS ORGANIC IS WORTH THE MONEYSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYOrganic food is more expensive than its conventional counterpart most of the time. This especially the case for animal proteins like eggs, dairy, and meat. But it is it worth the extra $$? What are we really paying for when we reach for a third party certified organic labeled food like USDA Organic? And how can we know it is organic?  I answer these questions plus explain some of the following basics around organic guidelines:What does the organic certification mean?When is the third party o...
2023-03-0116 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTFOOD AS MEDICINE-CONVERSATION WITH DR. GEETA MAKER CLARKSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYI love this episode. You will find so much inspiration embedded in these 30 minutes of conversation with Integrative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Geeta Maker Clark. After my conversation with this incredible human, a new idea emerged, inspired by her FOOD As POWER course she teaches with her medical students to middle schoolers in South Chicago.I have a feeling that I am not the only one who will walk away from this episode feeling new energy to do the work I'm designed to do just like Geeta. Y...
2023-02-2234 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTARE APPETIZERS WORTH THE TIME, MONEY, AND WATER FOOTPRINT?Send us a textLinks and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed...
2023-02-1508 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTREFRIGERATOR ORGANIZATION WORTHY OF THE HEART OF THE HOMESend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYThe kitchen is the heart of every home, regardless of size or design. Think back to gatherings you've hosted or attended; doesn't the party always migrate to the kitchen? The reason is that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It is the place we go to be nourished. But is our kitchen reflecting the type of heart we want to spread to the world? Consider these facts:The home kitchen is the largest producer of food waste at 43%. This is more than restaurants (40%), farms (12%), and f...
2023-02-0830 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTSUSTAINABILITY ACTION TIPS TO BUY THE BEST VALENTINE'S DAY CHOCOLATESend us a textEPISODE SUMMARY Chocolate is the #1 gift on Valentine's Day, totaling 2.4 billion pounds. When expressed in water, that equals about 448 billion gallons of water. On this episode I cover a lot of ground including:the difference between blue and green water and why that mattersthe impact of chocolate on both deforestation and as a driver of reforestationand I provide action steps we can take to buy chocolate that protects rainforests starting this Valentine's DayOn this episode I mention the following: Ex-Voto Chocolate, Organic Fair bean-to bar chocolate. I a...
2023-02-0120 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTHOW TO GET READY TO GET READY TO LIVE SUSTAINABLYSend us a textLinks and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed...
2023-01-2517 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTGET YOUR FOOD TALKINGSend us a textLinks and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed...
2023-01-1810 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTWHY MEAL PLANNING IS THE FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVINGSend us a textEpisode SummaryReach out to me at info@eatlesswater.com if you'd like me to send you the meal planning template I use to plan my dinners.Links and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS...
2023-01-1117 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTLET 2023 BE THE YEAR YOU GROW WELL-BEING FOR YOU AND THE PLANET -INTERVIEW WITH EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE EXPERT, MICHELE NEVAREZSend us a textEpisode Summary:Let this be the year you grow well-being for yourself and the planet. But having the desire to do something, even a heart desire doesn't always lead to sustained action. What are the things holding us back from doing the things that are important to us? And what methods can we utilize to help us stay on track with our goals, resolutions, heats desires in 2023 and beyond? These are some of the questions I pose to Michele Nevarez, an expert on human behavior and author of BEYOND EMOTIONAL...
2023-01-0633 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTWHAT I LEARNED FROM THE BOOK OF THE YEAR- LESSONS IN CHEMISTRYSend us a textLinks and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.Download FREE the TEN TIPS to EAT LESS WATER SUMMER PARTY PLANNING GUIDE for all the tips, steps, and info on how to celebrate like a kitchen activist with your friends and family.Find gifts designed...
2022-12-2811 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTLET'S TALK BUTTERSend us a textSummary Episode: The water footprint of butter is 3602 gallons of fresh water. In this season that requires a tremendous amount of butter, there is a simple and clear action step to make a difference in our food choices--organic butter.Links and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.
2022-12-2109 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTGIVE THE GIFT OF WELL-BEING THIS HOLIDAY-INTERVIEW WITH FOUNDER OF PASO PACIFICO, SARAH OTTERSTROMSend us a textEPISODE SUMMARYDeck the Halls Sustainably and give the gift of well-being by donating to a non-profit organization doing tremendous work like Paso Pacifico.Use the link to give any size donation. https://pasopacifico.org/project/saving-sea-turtles/Links and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.
2022-12-1432 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTThe Best Sustainable Holiday Gift Idea with Jennifer Piette, CEO and Founder of Narrative FoodSend us a textFind unique and sustainable kitchen products in the Eat Less Water Holiday Pop-Up Shop located inside Truth & Love Beauty at the Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center located at 651 Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, California. Or shop online at www.eatlesswater.com. Come join me for shopping, sipping, and celebrating all things good on Sunday, December 11 from 11-4 inside the shop.EPISODE SUMMARYWhat is B Corp, Regenerative Food Certification, and Upcycled Food? Let Jennifer Piette, founder, and CEO of LA-Based (soon an island in Maine-based) Narrative Food be your...
2022-12-0728 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTDECK THE HALLS SUSTAINABLYSend us a textFind unique and sustainable kitchen products in the Eat Less Water Holiday Pop-Up Shop located inside Truth & Love Beauty at the Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center located at 651 Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, California. Or shop online at www.eatlesswater.com. Come join me for shopping, sipping, and celebrating all things good on Sunday, December 11 from 11-4 inside the shop. EPISODE SUMMARYArtificial tree or real tree? What are the most sustainable holiday decoration ideas and great gift ideas to grow well-being. All this and more you will find...
2022-11-3021 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTTHE FOUR ACTS OF A MEAL THAT FOSTER WELLBEING FOR YOU, THE PLANET, AND THE ONES YOU LOVESend us a textFind unique and sustainable kitchen products in the Eat Less Water Holiday Pop-Up Shop located inside Truth & Love Beauty at the Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center located at 651 Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, California. Or shop online at www.eatlesswater.com.Episode Summary:In this episode I share how through observing my son Joaquin plan and execute his birthday dinner, I realized that the best meals (defined as meals that grow well-being for you, the planet, and the ones you love) are achieved in four acts:Act...
2022-11-2312 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST7 TIPS TO PREPARE YOUR FREEZER FOR THANKSGIVING LEFTOVERSSend us a textFind unique and sustainable kitchen products in the The Eat Less Water Holiday Pop-Up Shop located inside Truth & Love Beauty at the Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center located at 651 Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, California. Or shop on line at www.eatlesswater.com.Thanksgiving is fast approaching. And right about now is when I’m thinking about the guest list, menu, and shopping list. And while this holiday is my favorite with the focus on gratitude, cooking, and sharing food, we collectively throw away more food on Thanksgiving than any other da...
2022-11-1619 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVIST10 ACTION STEPS TO STOP FOOD WASTE AT YOUR THANKSGIVING TABLESend us a textFind unique and sustainable kitchen products in the The Eat Less Water Holiday Pop-Up Shop located inside Truth & Love Beauty at the Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center located at 651 Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, California. Or shop on line at www.eatlesswater.com.Thanksgiving is fast approaching. And right about now is when I’m thinking about the guest list, menu, and shopping list. And while this holiday is my favorite with the focus on gratitude, cooking, and sharing food, we collectively throw away more food on Thanksgiving than any other da...
2022-11-0921 minTHE KITCHEN ACTIVIST
THE KITCHEN ACTIVISTARE YOU MEAL PLANNING YET?Send us a textFind unique and sustainable kitchen products in the The Eat Less Water Holiday Pop-Up Shop located inside Truth & Love Beauty at the Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center located at 651 Paseo Nuevo in Santa Barbara, California. Or shop on line at www.eatlesswater.com. Links and resources:Click here for the free How to Eat Less Water CONDIMENT STORAGE TABLE. It is a printable list of popular condiments that belong in the pantry and those in the refrigerator that can be hung in your kitchen for easy reference.
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