Part of this blog is about being "green" or eco-friendly. With the Thanksgiving holiday around the corner I wanted to share some tips for planning your big day. Whether you are the cook, the host, the guest or going on a trip, there is something for each of you.
1. Buy a local turkey, preferably organic. It's true an organic turkey with cost more at the grocery, but think of the money you will save in future on the health needs of your family and yourself. And an added bonus of buying a local turkey (organic or not) is that you are supporting the local economy and avoiding many chemicals used during transit.
2. Buy seasonal produce. Click here to find out what is local in your area (it has all the US states).
3. Plan, Plan and Plan. I can't say it enough. If you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner you need to plan your dishes and make sure you have your ingredients ready. Thanksgiving is not a time to try a new recipe for the first time. Test it out before you make something new for Thanksgiving, but don't be afraid to make it your own.
4. Decorate with natural materials. I really LOVE the smell of fresh rosemary plants. You can also shop thrift or consignment stores for second-hand decorations instead of buying stuff at the store that won't last long.
5. Compost your scraps. I know this is not always possibly, but if you can please do. This will be beneficial to your garden once it composts completely.
6. Serve organic drinks and wine. If you haven't heard of organic wine or bio-dynamic wine please read this article.
7. Avoid traveling on peak days of the holiday weekend (Wednesday and Sunday). Consider carpooling or public transportation.
8. Do not use disposable products to set your table. If you do not have a set of dishes (it doesn't have to be china) you can find great sets or pair several sets together from consignment stores. You will be surprised how rustic, yet elegant a table you can create.
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