National Earth day is approaching on Thursday April 22nd. Today, not only is Earth Day a day meant to increase awareness of environmental problems, but also it is also becoming a popular time for many communities to gather together to clean up litter, plant trees, or simply reflect on the beauty of nature. What do you have planned? Whatever it is, why not go all-in and make sure your menu matches the mood by incorporating some planet-friendly food that we deliver to your home.
Our Commitment to Sustainable Home Meal Delivery
Appalachian Cuisine – Original Farm To Table Eating
We don’t usually go anywhere over Spring break but this year we decided to take a last minute trip. There were a few criteria that had to be met – price, distance and a destination that would be a first for all three of us. So we settled on the Tennessee Smoky Mountains, a $200 round trip from Houston and under an hour’s drive from Knoxville airport. At the back of my mind was also a vague idea that I would enjoy sampling some local Appalachian cuisine…and inevitably writing about it.
Why Peanuts Pack More Than a Perfect Punch of Protein
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January 24th was National Peanut Butter Day. Peanuts have received bad press in recent times, partly because of the saturated fat content but mostly for their notorious allergen. However peanuts are one of the few ingredients featured in cuisines around the world and in that sense one might call the peanut a culinary superstar. But what gives rise to such acclaim? The answer lies in much more than flavor alone…
How Sustainable Is Home Meal Delivery?
The convenience of home meal delivery is undeniable. Getting food delivered to your door that does not require cooking or cleaning is a time-saver, and sometimes feels like a life-saver. But is home meal delivery sustainable from an environmental perspective? When you think about all of the required packaging and delivery trucks, the environmental impact could outweigh the convenience factors. That’s why Healthy Gourmet Your Way has always strived to find the most environmentally sustainable shipping and packaging methods for your healthy meal delivery.Continue reading