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Reviews
Meat the farmer
Tuesday, 24 August 2010Neil Prentice farms wagyu cattle, the Japanese breed famed for their interlaced muscular fat. The only trouble with wagyu is that they need to be kept in feedlots for nearly two years to obtain the sort of fat the Japanese love. Prentice, however, sees feedlotting as unethical.
Slow food to go
Thursday, 19 August 2010All of the food for the Iku Wholefoods stores is prepared fresh daily from over 200 fresh, local, seasonal, organic and biodynamic ingredients at the central kitchen.
Euro chic with soul
Monday, 9 August 2010The food isn't the only environmental consideration at the franchise Le Pain Quotidien; this patisserie uses energy-efficient lighting, eco cleaning products and minimal packaging.
Australia’s Best Eco-Friendly Holidays
Tuesday, 13 July 2010A beautiful book offering a great overview of sustainable travel experiences throughout Australia. In terms of size, it’s more coffee table than stuff-in-your backpack material, so it’s best consulted for holiday inspiration.
Volvo C30 DRIVe
Friday, 14 May 2010The C30 DRIVe is Volvo's latest foray into the modern diesel market and it certainly gives its competitors a decent run for their eco money. And it's certainly ditched the fuddy-duddy Volvo driver reputation. No Bloody Volvo drivers here!
Requiem for a Species
Tuesday, 4 May 2010In no uncertain terms, this book argues that humanity has left it too late to prevent irreversible warming by four degrees or beyond and looks at how to prepare for and adapt to an altered Earth.
The Big Picture
Tuesday, 4 May 2010A collection of lively environmental essays co-written by famed environmentalist David Suzuki. A broad range of topics are covered with infectious enthusiasm and a sense of curiosity and wonder.
The River
Tuesday, 4 May 2010A compelling look at the environmental issues facing Australia's ailing Murray-Darling River system. So much more than a collection of facts and figures, it's full of rich personal stories and clear-eyed analysis.
Wolfgang Puck Organic Soup
Thursday, 29 April 2010An organic soup from one of America's most high profile chefs
Troubled Waters
Tuesday, 27 April 2010Troubled Waters traces the history of these marine creatures and how humans have impacted upon them.
