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Spring is all about new experiences, growth and life. It’s a great time to take the opportunity to start over and positively change, as well as gain inspiration from others. This issue is dedicated to do just that!

New Starts - We have included several sustainable wedding articles such as, Wedding Ring Experience, Eco Wedding

Fashion, Garden Wedding, Springtime Cheer, as well as an amazing cake recipe in the Cooks Corner. We thought that these would be useful examples of different green ideas that can be incorporated into the joyous process of getting married.

New Perspectives - Giving up hope is a great read that may change your mind about the human condition and

what really is the true definition of wealth.

New Experiences - As always we review a hotel that is either build to LEED standards or practices stainability. This issue is no exception. We are featuring a hotel in the greater Napa Valley Wine

Country in this issue as well as an organic winery that serves exceptional sparkling wines and fabulous pinot’s.

New Life - Anyone that has experienced Kidney Stones knows that once they are passed, living without the pain is like a new lease on life. Also, anyone that has suffered from this condition says it is like

giving birth. If you have had a history of Kidney Stones you will want to look at the article 7 Wonder Herbs to Cure Kidney Stones.

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Lorianne S. Riley Editor-in-Chief, Owner, Publisher, Web Designer, Photographer & Wife. Lorianne holds a BS Degree in Business Administration from CSU, Chico, and is licensed as a Cosmetologist and Certified Massage Therapist.

Deanna Holman Web Designer, Graphic Artist and Mother of Three, DeAnna holds a BS Degree in Gerontology from USC, a California Teaching Credential and Science Supplement From CSU, Chico, and an AA Degree in Liberal Studies/Photo Journalism from Grossmont College in San Diego.

Stuart Stein A graduate of the University of Illinois Business School and the culinary arts program at Chicago’s Kendall College. He has worked as a cook, executive chef, culinary instructor and restaurateur all over the US and France. He has translated his dedication for local, eco-friendly ingredients into his book, The Sustainable Kitchen: Passionate Cooking Inspired by Farms, Forests, and Oceans.

Hunter Hampton A graduate of Chico State, is Regional Coordinator for Titan LED based in Moorpark, CA. Hunter resides in Chico and is father of two beautiful kids. Follow him on Twitter@LEDLightGuy.

Sean Delloiacono Sean DelloIacono has been a bartender for eight years and Is currently working at 5th Street Steak House in Chico Ca. He has been as active member of the Flair Bartenders’ Association since 2004 and has competed in, several national and world flair bartending competitions. He is also an active member with The Guild of Sommeliers , and is currently pursing his Sommelier Certification. http://fliptopour.com

Megan Nealon Megan Nealon is a 22 year old senior at California State University Chico, in Chico, California. She is graduating in May with a degree in Organizational Communications Studies and a minor in Criminal Justice. Megan enjoys any outdoor activity, especially horseback riding. She believes in protecting the environment and resources. When Megan graduates she plans on perusing a career in sales, and eventually would like to open her own horse rescue and therapeutic riding center for the disabled.

Dr Anshu Shrivastava We at Abhumka Herbal are working on translation of tribal’s traditional herbal knowledge. Botanical Survey of India, Jodhpur was my learning institute where I was associated with the studies of floral elements of Ranthambhore - a famous tiger habitat... in India.

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Dan Page Dan Page is the Founder of Skill Highway, a service that helps aspiring entrepreneurs and other motivated people find the hidden opportunities in their business, transforming them into highly profitable enterprises. Dan has generated over $500 Million in sales for his own companies and those of his clients. Dan can be found at www.skillhighway.com.

Briana Lane An intern, currently in her junior year at CSU Chico, is planning to graduate in December of 2013 and receive a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. She enjoys being a part of the dance life at CSU Chico and being involved and taking on leadership in her sorority, Alpha Phi.

Dr Deepak Acharya A microbiologist turned ethnobotanist, a herbal hunter and Director of Abhumka Herbal Pvt Ltd (www.abhumka.com), Ahmedabad, India. He has been involved in scouting, documentation and validation of indigenous herbal practices of indigenous healers in Patalkot (www.patalkot.com) and Dangs. He can be contacted at [email protected].

Allison LaFollette I’m a senior currently attending CSU, Chico. I’m planning to graduate in December of 2012, and receive my degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing and Management. I have been involved in my sorority, Alpha Phi for the past year, and have held many small leadership roles.

Dr Sanjay Pawar A Botanist involved in documentation of indigenous herbal practices in Patalkot. He has written several herb research based popular articles ([email protected]).

Geralyn Sheridan Studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and Revere Academy Masters Symposium with world class designers. She has been featured in GIA’s Loupe magazine . She also trained at the Drouhard National Jeweler’s School earning certificates in jewelry repair and advanced diamond setting.

Gerard Maione and Seth Weisser WGACA has become a renowned name in the vintage clothing industry since the opening of its SoHo store. With over 17 years of experience collecting and selling vintage, the co-founders expanded and opened a second retail store in Hollywood, CA, created a wholesale division and developed an appointment-only Archive in New Jersey to service the fashion industry.

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Wedding Ring Experience

By Geralyn Sheridan

Whether you want a traditional proposal with a beautiful diamond engagement ring, prefer a more

progressive approach shopping together or decide to jump out of the box completely making your own rings, education is the most important beginning to your wedding ring experience. An engagement ring is one of the biggest purchases you will ever make. Not only does it represent life’s most meaningful commitment, but today’s average price of an

engagement ring is $5,200.

Online learning about the “the 4 C’s” quality factors and prices of diamonds is the best place to start. You can develop your knowledge in a relaxed atmosphere where you don’t feel obligated to buy. One of the best sources of information is the education section at www.bluenile.com . You can compare prices of equal quality diamonds and obtain all the information of pricing before you go to your

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local jewelry store. All in all, shopping for an engagement ring online is the perfect way to use the technology available to your best advantage. But, there is no substitute for comparing diamonds in person where you can actually see the differences in quality.

GIA Graduate Gemologists (G.G.) are certified to perform diamond grading. When you shop local for a diamond at a store with a G.G. you can be assured of quality by viewing the diamonds in a high powered gemological microscope. The brilliance of the light return on exceptionally cut diamond compared to a poorly cut diamond will be simply obvious. As will the differences in comparing a VS1 to I2 clarity. We recommend you support your local grass roots economy and shop with a trusted local jeweler with an onsite gemologist. Get to know the diamonds. See the “fingerprint” and eliminate the risk of an online purchasing mistake. Create your own personal story about choosing a perfect brilliant diamond for the love of your life – an experience you can’t have online.

Going for the surprise proposal? Focus on picking the ring that you know is best for her. Listen for hints and you can figure out some of her style preferences. Look at her clothing and home decorating choices as well as the jewelry she wears. Does she choose streamlined and fresh, alternative, fashion forward, classic or romantic? Pay attention to what she says about someone else’s engagement ring, what she shows you in a magazine or rings that she points out in a jewelry store.

A classic round brilliant solitaire in a plain setting is a good choice if you are unsure of style. Then, you can shop together to find the perfect setting to place her diamond in or choose a perfect wedding band to suit her style.

Here are a few tricks for getting her ring size. The simplest solution is to borrow one of her

rings and take it with you to your local jeweler. You also can trace the interior of one of her rings onto a piece of paper. Another method is to put one of her rings on your finger and note how it fits. If all else fails, go with the industry standard—a size 7—and make sure the ring can be sized.

Non-traditional? Shop together, share the experience and let your values guide you to find the perfect ring. Ask questions. Learn about certified Green Gold, Ethical Metalsmithing, Certified Conflict Free Diamonds. Look for stores who source “American Made” and handcrafted jewelry. These choices are readily available for couples who care about making socially responsible choices and want to express their values with environmentally friendly products.

Even more untraditional? Custom design your own rings with your fingerprints. Jewelry designers are working to add an even more personalized approach to your wedding rings. The 2012 Niche Awards – wedding category panel of judges recently recognized our handcrafted “Love Story“ wedding rings, designed to be made with your fingerprints.Want to jump out of the box completely? Make your own rings. Today, the customization of your wedding rings can extend beyond the product and can become a whole experience. You can work individually with an experienced goldsmith to ensure


that your finished wedding rings are of professional quality and craftsmanship. Create simple bands or work with gold to create wedding rings as personal as your relationship. At the end of a session, you will leave with both handmade wedding rings and a new appreciation for fine jewelry.

I met with David Lamb, Managing Director of Jewelry at the World Gold Council during the Las Vegas JCK Jewelry show in June. They had just launched their campaign about personalized gold rings. He says, “For centuries, gold rings have been synonymous with marriage. . . The wedding day may be special with all its intricately planned details, but it is still just one day. Long after the cake has been eaten, the ‘I do’s’ are said and done and the details begin to fade from your memory, it is the gold marriage rings that will remain with you as the ultimate symbol of love.”

Your wedding ring experience should be as unique as you are, whether you choose a traditional route or decide to jump out of the box. Explore your options, educate yourself and embrace your journey.

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Vacation In Wine Country

LEED Style By Lorianne S. Riley

I travel a lot, as some of you probably have noticed from following my hotel reviews. Sometimes I travel for pleasure, however, more often than not, I travel

for work. I am the Editor-In-Chief for Eco Community Seeds, but I also moonlight as a sales representative for distribution companies in the beauty industry. My territory is vast so I have to travel frequently, allowing me to visit many eco friendly hotels.

On one of my many trips I stayed at the Double Tree by Hilton in American Canyon, CA. Formally known as the Gaia Hotel and

Resort. The town American Canyon is a fifteen minute drive from Napa and is a nice area for value lodging option while visiting the wine

country. Built in 2006, this hotel is a Gold Design rated LEED property.

LEED certification is a rating system that is set by the U.S. Green Building Council. The stringent guidelines vary depending on if the

location is of new or old construction. There are seven topics that must be considered in order to become LEED certified and there are different levels of compliance to achieve the certification. The certification levels are Silver, Gold and Platinum rating, which are determined by a point system. The topics considered are: Sustainable Site, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation in Design and Regional Priority.

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Some of the sustainable highlights I experienced while staying at the Double Tree by Hilton in American Canyon include; 3 meters located at

the front desk which measure the estimated water, electricity and gas that has been saved, every guest room contains complimentary and environmentally sensitive toiletries, organic fair trade coffee and teas, as well as eco friendly literature, and a recyclable trash can. The property is spacious and beautiful! Large comfortable lobbies, a pond filled with koi fish and two swans, swimming pool, full service luxurious spa, fitness facility, and a middle-of-the-road restaurant specializing in local fair with a full bar are just some of the amazing amenities this resort offers.

Although not a four star hotel, I think this is a great value resort possessing many of the amenities a luxury resort offers. With the

comfortable and kid friendly rooms, this resort is a great place to stay with the family, or on business. Overall, I had a great experience and I would definitely stay there again!

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Eco Wedding Fashion

By Briana Lane

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Eco Wedding Fashion

The new age, vintage store What Goes Around Comes Around, (WGACA), featured in the 2011

Fall Issue of Community Seeds, sells many Victorian-1930s white cotton and silk dresses made for brides and bridesmaids. These dresses are one of a kind vintage pieces from the Victorian and Edwardian eras through the 1930s or 1940s, which are sold in their retail stores in Soho, NY and Los Angeles, CA. Usu-ally the brides dresses are white cotton with lace and embroidery, white and cream silk or silk chiffon, and occasionally beautiful tones of nude or a light blush. Not only were the dresses made in the 1930s or 40s, but they were custom made for the original owner dur-ing that time period. From being made in the 1930s, the dresses are naturally smaller sizes because of the common practice of wearing corsets during these eras.

As for the lovely bride’s bridesmaids, many vin-tage cocktail dresses can be worn, each being as

unique as the other. Most of the time, the bride will choose other vintage white, cream, or blush dresses for their bridesmaids to wear. But, there is more color in most of the bridesmaid’s dresses, so the bride has the option to not pick a cream color so similar to their wedding dress.

Not only do the women need fabulous dresses, but they need the accessories and the elegant hair do

to go with their distinctive dresses. Some of these ac-cessories include vintage rhinestone brooches that can be used in hair up dos to make the look more authen-tic, and not to mention lovely mesh and beaded Whit-ing and Davis vintage bags. WGACA has really done their job on bringing back the wonderful style from the time period from the 1930s and 1940s. Sometimes, we now, could barely imagine wearing pieces aging from 80 years ago, but it is a great way to bring the dresses back to life. The vintage-inspired boutique takes pride in all their clothes and antiques they sell, and are do-ing amazing in their business today.


Giving UpHope

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On February 11th, it was 14 degrees, and I decided to go for a bike ride in the snow. It is hard to explain why I like riding in the snow and

the cold. Perhaps because the raw exposure to the elements makes me feel alive. But it doesn’t matter, because that’s not what this story is about.

Three miles into my ride I stopped to adjust my face mask, attempting to cover a

section of open skin. About a hundred yards or so up the trail, I noticed a fellow with his bike pulled over. He was hauling a ragged trailer behind his bike, covered with a green tarp, tied down tight. It looked as if he may be trying to repair a flat tire.

There was a dog, a shepherd mix, prancing around, playing with sticks and blocks of

ice from the side of the trail. I guessed this fellow was homeless and living out of his bike trailer.So I dug out my wallet, snagged five singles, and rode up to him, inquiring if he had a flat tire. He answered cheerily that he did not, but hat he had just stopped to dig some food out for his dog. There was a can of tuna under his kickstand, holding his bike up, so it didn’t keel over from the weight of the trailer. He had pulled out a few pans and a mug which were laying on the trail beside the bike.

I asked him rather sheepishly if he could use a few bucks. He hesitated a moment, and

answered “Yes, I’ll buy some food for Hope”.

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Giving Up Hope

I handed him the cash and he thanked me.

Then he started to tell me his story, explaining the circumstances that led

to living on the street, in the dead of winter. He had been working “fire mitigation” in Nederland, a small mountain town to the west. In June of this year, he had injured his back pretty badly, ending up in the hospital. He was unable to go back to work at his job, and could not find another that didn’t involve using his back. So he lost his ability to pay rent, and ended up homeless.

In June, he had another spasm attack in his back, ending up in the hospital again.

Anyone who has a bad back knows that sometimes you can’t predict what is going to throw your back out. It could be lifting that 80 lb. bag of concrete, or bending over to tie your shoe.

He scratched his dog lovingly, and explained that if he were to take his dog

to the Humane Society and give her up, he’d be able to find a place to live immediately. And in his situation, he can’t find anyone who will accept pets, but he was “Not Going to Give up Hope” At that point I understood he had named his dog “Hope”.

He went on to explain that Hope was six years old, and he’d had her since she was

a pup. He described how the Humane Society here in Boulder gives him food for Hope, and he supplements it by buying her tuna (that explained the can of tuna under his kickstand).He figures he probably has another six years or so with her before she dies, and he’s willing to spend it living on the streets, with his bike and his trailer, if it means keeping Hope safe.

I was speechless, never having witnessed such devotion between a man and his dog.

This man was well spoken and articulate. Life had thrown him a few curveballs, but he kept standing back up. And he loved his dog. He wasn’t asking for charity. I just happened to stop and offer a little. My reward was a lesson on the love of animals, and the kindness of human spirit.

We went on chatting for another twenty minutes or so, on the side of the trail

in the snow and cold, like old buddies hanging out together. He told me of other spasm attacks he had recently suffered, ending up on the ground for several hours at a time, unable to move, with Hope licking his face. I asked where he spent his nights and he answered that he keeps moving, so he won’t get a ticket. (Boulder just recently enacted a new law after the “Occupy” event on the courthouse lawn, outlawing sleeping in the parks).

At a certain point in every conversation there comes a time when it is over. Both

of us sensed that moment, and he stated that he knew I had other things to do besides standing on the cold trail talking with him. He asked me what my first name was, and stretched out his hand. I answered “Dan”. He shook my hand and introduced himself with his full name Then he added “Today is my 50th birthday. I really appreciate the five bucks you gave me, and Hope will enjoy it too. But mostly, I appreciate you just taking the time to talk with me. I don’t have many friends. I spend all my time with Hope.” Choking back my emotions, I thanked him for talking with me as well, mumbling something about how much it meant to me. And continued on my ride.


As I rode on through the cold and snow, I couldn’t get this chance encounter out of

my mind. In thirty minutes, this gentleman had given me a raw lesson on life and love on the side of a trail in the snow.

My destination for this wintery ride was the grocery store, picking up some

dinner for my family. Upon my arrival, I found myself in the canned food aisle, buying tuna, hoping to find Hope on the ride home. I took the same trail back home, searching for this man and his dog. I rode around where we had met, poking my head under bridges and other sheltered places where I would camp on a snowy night if I had a dog and wanted to avoid getting ticketed. But he was nowhere to be found.

I look out for him now on my daily rides, with a stack of tuna cans in my backpack,

searching for Hope. Maybe we’ll meet again. I guess it doesn’t really matter though. This man and his dog have reinforced my faith in human nature and my desire to do some bit of good in the world, however I can.

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Imagine yourself sipping award-winning Sparking and Pinot Noir wines at individual tables in the salon by the fireplace, or, on the terrace with stunning views of the Napa Valley. It is an extraordinary and breath taking experience that is unlike any other winery. They also offer artisian cheeses, smoked salmon, charcuterie, French-style pastries, and caviar to indulge in! These delicious food pairings emphasize the versatility of the assorted sparkling wines. After your visit make sure to take home one of their most popular wines, the Vintage Brut Cuvée. The Brut is vintage-dated and aged for three years before release, a mainstay at Domaine Carneros because of its everyday elegance. You can enjoy the Brut and other fine wines of Domaine Carneros six times per year by joining the Chateau Society Wine Club. The delight of wines being delivered straight to your door step six times per year is merely one benefit to joining their wine club. Access to the exclusive wines found only at the

Domaine Carneros is more than just your average winery. This regional landmark in the heart of Carneros is known for their spectacular views and premium organic sparkling wine. Domaine Carneros stands out with their strong organic beliefs and values. Their organic farming system produces the highest quality grapes that make the best wines. Farming organically promotes healthy vines and vineyards that better resist disease pressure. In order to be considered an organic vineyard certification is a must. There is a 3 year transitional period of farming where one farms organically before becoming certified. Farming organically ultimately means choosing not to apply certain sprays in the vineyard. In other words, the winery does not use herbicides, so they must mechanically control the weeds with tractors or by hand. With such a large vineyard, there is a lot of time dedicated to weed control. In order to remain organically certified they keep comprehensive records which comply to all of the standards set by the United States Department of Agriculture and submit to an inspection of their vineyards annually. Aside from using organic practices in their vineyards, Domaine Carneros recycles all of their packaging material and uses solar PV arrays to supply 2/3 of their electrical energy requirements. In addition to benefiting the planet, Domaine Carneros also offers gracious hospitality to all of their guests by offering a special table service

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Their dedicated, quality of service to their customers and the planet through organic practices are what makes Domaine Carneros so special. Sitting down with gorgeous views and enjoying wine with the delicious food pairings, is an exquisite wine experience that you don’t want to miss. Domaine Carnernos sits at the entrance to the Napa Valley on the corner of Hwy 121 and Duhig Road. The wineries tasting room is open to the public daily from 10a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information visit www.domainecarneros.com

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David’s Book PickBy David Harrison

A Simple Path to Sustainability is a great book with several examples for small businesses to engage in

sustainable practices. This book would be a great tool for any business looking to save money and reduce waste on the environment. The authors discuss strategies to employ that will help a business to reduce and reuse resources, in turn saving money. This book takes a look at how even the most simple of things, such as reusing cardboard boxes, will have a positive impact on the environment and company spending. Another sustainable practice that the authors discuss, which is often overlooked by employers, is making sure that each employee is working to thier full potential each day. This speeds up tasks, and helps conserve resources, such as energy used by computers and other office eletronics. Overall I would recommend this book to any small business owner or entrepreneur that is looking for ideas that would help an organization in becoming successful through conservation practices. By focusing on the triple bottom line it will help save time, money, and resources while also saving the environment.

This 52 minute long made for television documentary was filmed in 2007. It investigates how humans have taken an active role throughout history in shaping dogs appearance and behavior through

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We use light to enhance the human experience in places where we live and work. LED lights have been commonly

available since the early 1960s yet most people don’t have any idea where they are used or even why. Light emitting diodes (LEDs) have been turning up all over the place, which leads one to wonder why. What’s so great about these little lights? Why are we seeing more and more LED lights cropping up on

everything from cars to traffic lights?

The biggest infer to switch to LED lighting is that the power used compared to the light emitted is only a fraction of the power used by other light sources, and that saves money where it is needed most, in our pocket. Most light emitting diodes (LEDs) use less than 40-70% of the power that other bulbs use, and that can make a tremendous distinction over a year.

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Conservation Is Key Even During Winter

The Top 6.5 Reasons To Consider LED: 1. Longevity. LED light lamps last longer. Without a filament to break or burn out, LED lights can last for over 70,000 hours without showing their age (that’s almost 8 years running 24 hours a day, seven days a week). Over twice the lifespan of typical fluorescent bulbs (CFL) and twenty times longer than incandescent light bulbs. Using fuzzy math, people that turn their lights off while they sleep will enjoy 16 years of crisp LED light without replacing the lamp! 2. Energy Efficiency. An incandescent light bulb loses 80 percent of its energy to heat, leaving only the last 20 percent for light. LED light bulbs turn this around with only 10 percent heat and 90% to light. LED performance inherently increases as operating temperatures drop. This makes LEDs a natural fit for grocery store refrigerated and freezer cases, cold storage facilities, and outdoor applications. 3. Breakage Resistant/Safety. LEDs are largely impervious to vibration because they do not have filaments or glass enclosures. They are incredibly safe. LED light fixtures may be especially appropriate in applications with a high likelihood of lamp breakage, such as sports facilities or where vandalism is likely. LEDs emit almost no heat. In comparison, incandescent bulbs release 90% of their energy as heat and CFLs release about 80% of their energy as heat. With so little energy lost to heat and so little energy used overall, LED light bulbs run cool, which means no burnt fingers or burnt down houses. 4. Directional Lighting. Traditional light sources emit light in all directions. For many

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6.5. Greenest of GREEN: No infrared, no UV, no lead or mercury. LEDs promise a brighter future furnishing a consistent light that doesn’t fluctuate so it won’t annoy your eyes, and since they don’t emit ultraviolet light they can be used effectively to illuminate costly objects such as paintings, photographs, collections, refrigerated meats and vegetables, etc. Switching to LED bulbs takes less space in landfills and uses less energy to manufacture, compared with incandescent bulbs. When you consider that an LED light bulb contains no mercury and can be recycled, LED lights have a clear advantage for the environment. LED Lighting solutions produce better light, provide greater energy cost savings than fluorescents, and are simply better for the Earth.

LED Lighting solutions are the future of commercial and residential lighting. Retrofitting to LED can help business owners

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focusing on the active components found in herbs that gave a way to the research on molecular level. Herbs like Caraway, Cardamom, Turmeric, Aniseed, Clove, Cumin seeds, Basil, Ginger etc. are a few among the gigantic range of culinary herbs. The wild plants have been providing an important source of medicine and food since time immemorial.

In an attempt to feature traditional herbal applications, the author aims to feature one herb in each issue of this magazine. The current issue brings information about Cutch Tree.

The traditional storage of ethnobotanical knowledge in memory and practices has a long history and must go back to the beginning of

human existence. Likewise, ethnobotany is of great age in India, where it has been described in several ancient literatures. One of the most important sources is the Rig Veda (1200-900 BC), which has been useful in the attempt to identify the source of the traditional medicine system, also known as ‘Ayurveda’. Application of such herbal remedies has also been mentioned in the Atharva Veda (around 3,000 to 2,000 BC). It was in the 19th century when scientists started

Medicinal Plants You Should Know

Medicinal Plants You Should Know Dr. Deepak Acharya


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Cutch Tree

Botanical Name: Acacia catechu (L. f.) Willd.

Family: Mimosaceae

Vernacular Names: Khoria (Assamese); Khayar (Bengali); (English); Kherio-baval (Gujarati); Khair (Hindi); Kachu, Kaggali, Kanti (Kannada); (Malayalam) Khadiram; Kaderi, Khair (Marathi); Khoiru (Oriya); Khair (Punjabi); Khadira (Sanskrit); Kadiram, Karngalli (Tamil); Kachu, Kadiramu, Sandra (Telugu).

Plant Profile and Distribution: Deciduous, thorny, small to medium-sized trees, with dark greyish-brown, peeling off bark; leaves 2-pinnate; leaflets subsessile; stipular spines short, hooked, greyish-brown; flowers creamish to yellowish-white, fragrant, in cylindrical spikes; pods flat, beaked, shining, dark brown. The plant is a very common element of dry deciduous and mixed forests throughout India.

Medicinal Importance

In India, bark of the plant is used as an astringent and also its oral application controls diarrhea. It is also reported that oral and external application of the bark decoction is useful as antivenum. The paste prepared from the bark powder is said to be an antidote to Snake bite, it is applied externally. It has been reported that decoction (10-15ml) from 500g of bark is given orally at an interval of 2 hours to minimize the snakebite effect. External application of the bark of Acacia catechu alongwith Elaeodendron glaucum, Rubia cordifolia, Albizia spp. and two unidentified plants works as a caustic in treating poisonous wounds. Oral administration of 5-8g powder of dried bark with milk, thrice a day is useful to cure gonorrhea. External application of the bark is having astringent effect. Oral application of the decoction is said to be good against melancholia, dysentery, gonorrhea and conjunctivitis. Decoction of the dried bark is used for treating diarrhea and dysentery in Thailand whereas, in India, dry seed decoction is applied for the same. Mixture of Acacia catechu, Acacia nilotica subsp. indica and Tragia involucrate is used as a traditional contraceptive. External application of the root decoction is used to treat the swelling. Stem bark decoction is found effective as an

abortifacient. According to Chinese Pharmacopoeia of Traditional Medicines, 1-3g decoction of the Acacia bark acts as an expectorant. It is used in healing external ulcers, eczema, hemorrhoids and wounds.

Traditional Tribal Formulations

In bleeding gums, decoction of bark is gargled. Herbal healers in Patalkot recommend decoction of bark and sugar to manage disproportionate bleeding. In skin disorders, decoction of bark is taken orally. They also suggest a bath with the decoction of this plant. To get rid of white spots of the skin or leucoderma, bark of the plant, Aonla (Emblica officinalis) fruit pulp and Bakuchi (Psoralea corylifolia) whole plant are mixed and decoction is prepared. It should be taken orally.

In bleeding hemorrhoids, Cutch Tree bark powder and ash of the Reetha (Sapindus emarginatus) bark is mixed and 50g of this mixture is given along with 15g butter to the patient everyday early in the morning for seven days. In hemorrhoids, Khair, Kurchi (Holarrhena antidysenterica) plant, Moth (Vigna aconitifolia) bark, Naag kesar (Mesua ferrea), Kamal (Nelumbo nucifera) and Dhavdi (Woodfordia fruticosa) roots are powdered collectively and given to the patient. To lessen excess urination, Cutch Tree bark (Acacia catechu) (0.5g), Methi (Trigonella foenum-graecum) leaves juice (50-100g) and sugar (3g) is mixed and taken. In Leucoderma, equal quantity of Khair (Acacia catechu) bark, Bidang (Embelia ribes) seeds, Bakuchi (Psoralia corylifolia), Chandan (Santalum album), Majeth (Rubia cordifolia), Neem (Azadirachta indica) bark, Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) and Nagarmoth (Cyperus rotundus) is taken and decoction is prepared. It is given orally twice a day (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008, 2011).

References

Acharya, D. and Shrivastava, A. 2008. Indigenous Herbal Medicines: Tribal Formulations and Traditional Herbal Practices. Aavishkar Publishers Distributors, Jaipur. ISBN 978-81-7910-252-7.

Acharya, D, Shrivastava, A. 2011. Ethnomedicinal Plants of Gujarat State. Forest Department, Gujarat, Gandhinagar. ISBN 8190311484. 412pp.



Don’t Put That In Your Mouth!

By Marleau Peterson R.B.T., C.M.T

Isn’t that what your mama use to say? I know mine did and I have said it to my children, now I say it to my grandchildren.

These days I think the statement extends to adults as well. Rather then just looking at the toys, rocks, foreign objects that our little one seem to put it their mouths. We need to stop for a moment and look at what we are putting in our mouths and the mouths of our families. Our food isn’t what it used to be, it isn’t what it should be, and it isn’t really what we think it is. Our food has changed and evolved to fit our fast paced, in a hurry, give it to me now society. And because of that our food has suffered. The farmers want to grow it faster, produce more, and start the next crop. It does matter what the crop is, vegetable and fruit, or animal…. Faster… faster…faster… that’s the way our lives are. Well, in doing so something called GMO’S (Genetically

Modified Organism) has crept into our foods. I am not a scientist, so I can’t scientifically say all GMO’s are bad. What I can say is that we have the right to know if what we are eating has been changed from how it was intended to grow naturally. Things like seed altering, pesticides, chemicals, and mutant genes, can cause major effects on our health and the health of our society. Unlike other countries like Europe for example, where they have said no to GMO’s, the United State does not even require labeling of GMO’s. That needs to change. I don’t want to tell you what to eat. I do want you have the right to make your own informed decisions on your food. With out all the facts that’s hard to do. If you would like to learn more about GMO’s and their ramification on our health please go to http://www.responsibletechnology.org/ and http://www.nongmoproject.org/

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7 Wonder Herbs to Cure Kidney Stones:

By Deepak Acharya, Sanjay Pawar, Manish Singh

and Anshu Shrivastava

Boerahavia diffusa

7 Wonder Herbs To Cure Kidney Stones


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Renal calculi also known commonly as Stones are one of

the most common disorders. Stone is a hard mass developed from crystals. It may contain various combinations of chemicals. Main constituents of stone include Calcium Phosphate, Calcium Oxalate, Uric acid and Magnesium Ammonium Phosphate. Stone formation is a natural process in the human body on later stage of life. Consumption of hard underground water and high mineral containing food items further increases the chances of stone formation in kidney and urinary tract.

Symptoms

Some common symptoms include

Sudden, severe pain in • the flank area, migrates towards the groin Nausea and vomiting• Bleeding in urine • (hematuria)Urinary infection• Pain and inflammation on • passing urineIncreased frequency of • urination

However, some of the above symptoms may not appear

before actual diagnosis of the calculi. Even some stones may not produce pain also and remain silent till one could see them in Sonography report. In some people, chemicals crystallize in the urine and form the beginning of a kidney stone. These stones are very tiny when they form, smaller than a grain of sand, but gradually can grow over time to 1/10 of an inch or larger. Urolithiasis is the term that refers to the presence of stones in the urinary tract, while nephrolithiasis refers to kidney stones and ureterolithiasis refers to stones lodged in the ureter. The size of the stone doesn’t matter as much as where it is located and whether it obstructs or prevents urine from draining.

When the stone sits in the kidney, it rarely causes problems, but when it falls into the ureter, it acts like a dam. As the kidney continues to function and make urine, pressure builds up behind the stone and causes the kidney to swell. This pressure is what causes the pain of a kidney stone, but it also helps push the stone along the course of the ureter. When the stone enters the bladder, the obstruction in the ureter is relieved and the symptoms of a kidney stone are resolved.

Tribals in Indian remote pockets i.e Patalkot and Dangs perform various herbal practices to remove stones from kidney, urinary tract and ureter. Authors herewith encompass information about few plants majorly used in tribal herbal preparations.

Major Herbs

1. Tinospora cordifolia (Willd.) Miers ex Hook. f. &

Thoms.

The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India Part- I; Volume – I pp 41-42.

Family: Menispermaceae; English- Gulancha Tinospora, Hindi- Giloe

Distribution: Large, woody, deciduous, extensively climbing shrubs, with long, fleshy aerial roots and greyish-brown bark; Commonly found in tropical forests almost throughout in India, also planted as ornamental climber.

Known Medicinal Uses: Plant is applied in urinary

Tinospora cordifolia


disorders and for dyspepsia. Decoction of the plant is orally used as diuretic.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: In case of pain during urination, Guduchi plant powder (10g), Aonla (Emblica officinalis) fruit powder (10g), Adrak (Zingiber officinale) rhizome powder (5g), Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris) fruit powder (3g) and Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) root powder (5g) are mixed thoroughly and boiled in 100ml water. The decoction is given to the patient. Janu kaka, a herbal healing expert in Ahwa, Dangs suggest a formulation for renal stone cure. According to him, Guduchi whole plant powder along with Kulthi (Dolichos biflorus) seeds are taken in equal proportion and given to the patient (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008).

2. Boerhavia diffusa L.The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India Part- I; Volume – I pp

95-96.

roots and Amaltas (Cassia fistula) fruit pulp is taken in equal quantity (6g each) and crushed. Boil the mixture in 250ml water for 30 minutes and filter it by using clean cotton cloth. The filtrate should be given to the patient 2 times a day (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2011).

3. Cynodon dactylon Pers.The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia

of India Part- I; Volume – IV pp 28-30.

Family: Poaceae; English- Bermuda Grass, Hindi- Dhub

Distribution: Perennial grass; common grass mostly grows at pilgrimage sites and near habitations, particularly along drainage channels, forming matted tufts, also a very common grass species of lawns.

Known Medicinal Uses: Decoction of the plant is said to be diuretic. The rhizomes and roots are used as adulterants and found beneficial in urino-genital disorders (WOA, 1997). It is reported beneficial in stones

Family: Nyctaginaceae; English- Spreading Hogweed, Hindi- Punarnava

Distribution: Perennial herb, sometimes pigmented with pink, flowers dark pink. Commonly found in tropical forests, wastelands and agricultural fields as a weed; sometimes forms carpet on exposed ground.

Known Medicinal Uses: The root is a diuretic. It is used in scanty urine. The Punarnavine alkaloid found in the plant produces diuresis. Decoction of the plant is given in renal or urinary calculi and nephritis. Dry leaf decoction is used in urinary complaints.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: To relieve back pain that occurs in the cases of kidney stones, healers in Patalkot prescribe equal proportion of Punarnava whole plants powder, Kachur (Curcuma zedoaria) rhizomes and Adrak (Zingiber officinale) rhizome. This mixture should be boiled in water and decoction should be taken twice a day to relieve the pain. Similarly, to alleviate pain, stone removal and proper urination, Punarnava whole plant, Angoor (Vitis venifera), Pashanbhed (Bergenia ligulata) leaves, Dhamaso (Fagonia arabica)

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Cynadon dactylon


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abundant near habitations.

Known Medicinal Uses: The juice of the plant is a diuretic. The fruits are diuretic. Plant is applied in urinary problems and as a diuretic.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: To relieve pain, Ashwagandha powder should be taken alongwith lukewarm water. In case of pain during urination, Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) plant, Aonla (Emblica officinalis) fruit, Adrak (Zingiber officinale) powder and Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris) are taken in equal proportion, mixed thoroughly and boiled. The decoction should be given orally (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008, 2011).

5. Foeniculum vulgare Mill.The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia

of India Part- I; Volume – I pp 86-87.

Family: Apiaceae; English- Fennel, Hindi- Saunf

Distribution: Commonly

cultivated as spice crop almost throughout India, also grows as en escape near habitations.

Known Medicinal Uses: The plant is reported as diuretic.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: To make Saunf tea, steep ½ teaspoon of crushed Saunf seeds in a cup of boiling water for 10 minutes. Saunf tea is good in renal calculi and colic pain. Tribals prescribe root extract of this plant (25 ml) twice a day to cure urinary problems. In Patalkot, herbal healers prescribe combination of powder of Saunf, Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) seeds and Adrak (Zingiber officinale) in renal calculi (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008).

6. Phyllanthus emblica L. (Syn. Emblica officinalis

Gaertn.)The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia


Family: Euphorbiaceae; English- Indian Gooseberry, Hindi- Aonla

and urinary disorders in various traditional medicine systems.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: Doobghas roots, roots of Patha (Cissampelos pareira), Daru Haldi (Berberis aristata) rhizome and Malkangani (Celastrus paniculatus) leaves are taken in equal amount, mixed and crushed. This mixture is given orally with honey to cure renal calculi. In case of acidity during the medication, Doobghas juice and Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris) fruit decoction with milk and sugar is given to the patient (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008).

4. Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal

The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia


Family: Solanaceae; English- Winter cherry, Hindi- Ashwagandha

Distribution: Commonly grows in moist, shady places along the roads, often

Withania somnifera

Foeniculum vulgarePhyllanthus emblica


7. Ocimum tenuiflorum L. (Syn. Ocimum sanctum L.)

The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia

of India Part- I; Volume – II pp 162-164.

Family: Lamiaceae; English- Holy Basil, Hindi- Tulsi

Plant Profile and Distribution: Erect, much-branched, aromatic annual undershrubs; branches quadrangular, softly hairy; leaves elliptic-oblong, entire or sub-serrate, hairy on both surfaces, minutely gland-dotted; flowers purplish, in whorls on long, simple or branched racemes; nutlets ellipsoid, dark brown. The plant is commonly grown in homes and temples throughout India, sometimes found as escape near habitations.

Known Medicinal Uses: The seeds are used in urinary disorders.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: For improper urination and calculi, Harra (Terminalia chebula) fruit powder and Tulsi entire plant powder is taken in equal

amount and to it, few drops of Nimbu (Citrus limon) fruit juice and honey is added. This mixture is said to be effective in curing calculi (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008).

ConclusionStones form due to many reasons. It may be caused due to increased absorption of calcium or oxalate from the gastrointestinal tract; or malfunctioning of kidney or abnormal urinary tract anatomy; or certain food or less intake of water; or sometimes it is caused to the people with a family history of stones. In a report Approx. 7 million people in India suffer from this disorder. Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat are known as Stone Belt. Patients suffering from larger stones undergo surgery which costs them approx. 30000- 50000 rupees which did not safeguard them against recurrence.

ReferencesAcharya, D. and Shrivastava, A. 2008. Indigenous Herbal Medicines: Tribal Formulations and Traditional Herbal Practices. Aavishkar Publishers Distributors, Jaipur. ISBN 978-81-7910-252-7.

Acharya, D, Shrivastava, A. 2011. Ethnomedicinal Plants of Gujarat State. Forest Department, Gujarat, Gandhinagar. ISBN 8190311484. 412pp.

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Plant Profile and Distribution: Commonly grows in tropical dry and mixed deciduous forests, mostly cultivated for edible fruits, also planted in gardens and home yards.

Known Medicinal Uses: Aonla fruits are reputed in various indigenous medicine systems including Ayurveda as diuretic.

Traditional Tribal Formulations: In case of burning sensation during urination or less urination, Aonla juice, sugar and ghee should be mixed and taken. In another practice performed by Bhumkas in Patalkot, Aonla juice, Elaichi (Elettaria cardamomum) seed powder is mixed and taken. In case of pain during urination and renal calculi, Aonla fruit, Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) plant, Adrak (Zingiber officinale) powder, Gokhru (Tribulus terrestris), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) are mixed and decoction is made and given orally. In painful urination, Aonla (Emblica officinalis) juice and Daru Haldi (Berberis aristata) plant powder and honey are given to the patient (Acharya and Shrivastava, 2008,2011).

Ocimum tenuiflorum


Eco Friendly Crafts

Eco Friendly Easter BasketBy Allison LaFollette


Easter is fast approaching with Spring finally here! Baskets filled with plastic grass and eggs certainly make Easter a less environ-mentally friendly holiday. So cross off buy-

ing brand new Easter baskets on your to do list and go green for this holiday season by making your very own Eco friendly Easter basket. This craft is simple, easy and fun to do with the whole family! So get cre-ative. The possibilities are endless!

Materials Needed:

Shoe Box• Wrapping Paper• Wired Ribbon• Glue or Tape• Stapler• Scissors• Silk Flowers or Stickers•

Directions:

Take your wrapping paper and measure it against 1. the shoe box, tracing out each side, then cutting and covering each side with the wrapping paper using glue. Take your wired ribbon and cut out a long piece to 2. be used as a handle for your basket.Staple your ribbon to the two sides of your shoe-3. box. You can use flowers or ribbon to cover the staple.Use flowers, stickers, or other fun accessories to 4. decorate the outside of your shoebox.Ta Da! You now have a fun Easter basket that 5. won’t be harmful to the environment!

Sustainable Gift Wrapping Ideas

1. Felt and Rose Ribbon 2. Tissue Paper and Shells

3. Magazine Clippings 4. Computer Message

DESIGN IDEAS

Key Notes

Have Fun•Think Outside The Box•Make It A One Of A Kind•Be Creative•


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Kitchen Widgets By Allison LaFollette

This new item makes recycling convenient and fun without touching a sticky, dirty

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Cooks Corner



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The Sustainable Kitchen

Cook’s Corner

Today all across America, more and more chiefs are doing as Stu and Mary do, forging mutually rewarding relationships with growers and purveyors in their communities to create food that is fresh, seasonal and full of vitality. In the process, they are preserving small-scale agriculture, local economies and healthy regional food supplies.


RAGOÛT OF MANILA CLAMSSpring Wild Mushrooms, Cranberry

Beans and Smoked Baconby Stu Stein

Cook’s Corner

Clams fall into two categories: hard-shell and soft-shell. Any hard shell clam or even mussel, will work for this recipe. The gray, hard-shell clams found in bays, tidal flats and on beaches of the east coast are all members of the same species. Atlantic hard-shell clams (also called

qua hogs) are sold according to size: Button clams are the smallest, Littlenecks are the next smallest, about 14 per pound, Topnecks, come 10 to 12 per pound, Cherrystones are medium-size, at 8 to 10 per pound and chowder clams are the largest. My favorite east coast clam is the Mahogany clam. They have maroon shells and orange colored meat, are about the same size as west coast Manila clams.


Ragout of Manila Clams

If you choose a west coast hard-shell clam, select Manila clams. I prefer them because they are sweeter than Eastern clams and they contain a large amount of glycogen, the carbohydrate common to all clams. Most importantly, choose a variety that is harvested as close to you as

possible.

For the Clams:3 dozen manila clams, scrubbed and rinsed½ cup dry white wine1 each small onion, cut into small dice2 each garlic cloves, finely chopped¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 sprigs fresh thyme

For the Ragoût:6 ounces smoked slab bacon, cut 1/4-inch by ¼-inch square pieces2 each garlic cloves, finely chopped1 each small onion, cut into small dice¼ pound spring wild mushrooms, such as Morel, Yellowfoot Chanterelle, Black Trumpet or Porcini, cleaned and cut into bite- sized pieces 8 ounces cranberry or cannellini beans, cooked reserved clam meat and liquid1 sprig fresh thyme, roughly choppedExtra virgin olive oil, to taste

For the Clams:Place the clams, wine, onion, garlic, pepper flakes and thyme in a large sauce pot. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook until the shells open, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove and discard any unopened shells. Remove clam meat from shells and reserve the meat and the liquid.

For the Ragoût: Place large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crisp. Remove the bacon but leave the bacon fat in the pan. Reduce the heat and add the garlic and onion to the hot fat and cook until soft but not colored. Add the mushrooms and continue to cook until the mushrooms are tender. Add the beans, clam meat and reserved liquid and cook until the clams are hot and the liquid has reduced slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning.

To Serve:Place the ragoût in a bowl and sprinkle with fresh thyme and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Serve with grilled or toasted crostini.

Advanced Preparation: Clams will remain alive from 7 to 10 days when stored in the refrigerator at 35ºF to 40ºF. Rinse the clams in cold water to remove any grit or dirt, drain any excess water and store them in a bowl in the refrigerator with a damp towel placed on top. Live shellfish needs to breathe so never store them in an airtight container and never cover them in fresh water. The shells should be firmly closed and if any gape slightly, give them a light tap – they should close back up.

Wine Notes: Most unoaked dry white wines make a great match with clams. Many US chardonnay producers are now making “naked chardonnay”. These unoaked chardonnays are usually made in 100 percent stainless steel and never touch any wood. They have a slightly sweet, tropical fruit and melon flavor with a balanced, clean finish.

Photo courtesy of The Sustainable Kitchen


What is sustainable pork? It isn’t a hog raised in industrialized factory farm or Confined Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO), it isn’t a trend and it isn’t being championed by the hypocrites like Smithfield Farms and Paul Deen at the Food

Network. Sustainable pork is raised by small U.S. family farmers who are committed to raising the highest quality breeds and are dedicated to caring for their livestock traditionally and humanely.

This is another recipe that signals spring across the country. Green garlic refers to immature garlic plants that are unearthed before the cloves have a chance to form. They are mild in flavor compared to mature garlic. Fiddlehead ferns are a young, edible, tightly coiled fern frond of the ostrich fern that resembles the spiral end of a violin or fiddle. The shoots are in their coiled form for only about two weeks before they unfurl into graceful greenery. They have a slightly chewy texture and a flavor similar to a cross between asparagus, green beans and okra. Ramps are a spring wild leek / wild onion that have a mild garlic aroma and sharp onion flavor. It resembles a green onion with a flat, broad leaf.

PAN-SEARED SUSTAINABLE PORK CHOPGreen Garlic, Fiddlehead Ferns and Soft Polenta

by Stu Stein


TO PREPARE POLENTA: Pour the milk, water, thyme, salt and pepper into a medium-sized saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. Lower heat so liquid is simmering. While constantly whisking, slowly add the polenta to the liquid. Cook polenta over low heat, continuously whisking the mixture until the polenta begins to thicken and the grains are soft, about 20 minutes. Remove thyme sprig. Stir in cheese and mix until melted. Keep warm.

TO PREPARE VEGETABLES: Place a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the butter. When butter begins to foam but not brown, add the fiddlehead ferns, green garlic, ramps and snap peas. Season with salt and pepper. Toss vegetables in the butter until warm. Reserve.

TO PREPARE PORK CHOP: Place a large sauté pan or cast iron skillet, large enough to hold all the chops, over medium heat. Season the pork with salt and pepper. Add the oil and butter to the hot pan. When butter begins to foam, add the pork to the pan. Sear 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Turn the pork over and cook an additional 6 to 8 minutes or until the pork is cooked through but still moist (~150ºF). While cooking, baste pork with fat that has accumulated in the pan. Keep warm in a low-temperature oven

TO SERVE: Divide polenta in the center of four warm plates. Place warm vegetables next to the polenta and place pork chop on top of vegetables. Drizzle pork with any pan drippings..

ADVANCE PREPARATION: The vegetables can be blanched a day ahead, drained well and refrigerated until ready to use. If you make the polenta more than 30 minutes before serving, you may need to whisk in additional water or milk. Check seasoning if you add additional liquid.

SUBSTITUTIONS AND OPTIONS: Although nothing tastes exactly like a fiddlehead fern, asparagus or okra may be substituted. Julienned leeks or green onions can be substituted for the ramps and green garlic.

WINE NOTES: New world pinot noir is a cool climate grape that makes a wine with bright acidity and smooth tannins. Its hint of sweetness and buttery finish is a perfect match to the richness of the pork.

Pan-Seared Sustainable Pork Chop

FOR POLENTA2½ cups milk ½ cup water1 sprig fresh thyme kosher salt and white pepper, to taste½ cup polenta (not instant polenta)¼ cup mascarpone cheese or chèvre-style, soft goat cheese

FOR VEGETABLES2 tablespoons butter or vegetable oil¼ pound fiddlehead ferns, ends trimmed and blanched¼ pound green garlic, cut into 2-inch pieces and blanched¼ pound ramps (wild leeks), cut into 2-inch pieces and blanched¼ pound snap peas or pea shoots, cleaned and blanched kosher salt and white pepper, to taste

FOR PORK CHOP4, 8-ounce bone-in pork chopskosher salt and cracked black pepper, to taste2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons butter

Makes 4 entrée serving



CARROT FINANCIERWhite Chocolate Mousse, Golden Raisins & Black

Currants and White Chocolate Glazeby Stu Stein

A finacier is a moist, light, French sponge cake made with almonds and brown butter. The cake was called “financier” because it was traditionally baked in a rectangular mold that resembles a bar of gold.

This dessert can be either both rustic and refined. It can be baked in a small cake or muffin pan and served warm, right out of the oven, or at room temperature. You can make individual muffin-like servings or one family-style cake. Make sure you seek out organic, local ingredients: winter carrots, farm-fresh eggs and stone-ground flour. Carrot cake for Easter – what could be cuter!



FOR CARROT FINANCIER6 weighted oz. unsalted butter5 egg whites2 cups icing or powdered sugar2 ¼ cups powdered almonds¼ cup cake or all purpose flour, sifted1 large carrot, peeled and finely shredded (~ 6 weighted ounces)additional flour to toss with carrots additional butter or non-stick spray for cake molds, if neededFOR WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE½ teaspoon unflavored gelatin½ tablespoon water½ cup heavy cream, chilled2 tablespoons orange liqueur2 large egg yolks2 tablespoons granulated sugarpinch of salt½ cup white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled

FOR WHITE CHOCOLATE GLAZE½ cup white chocolate, finely chopped1 tablespoon heavy cream

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

TO MAKE THE BATTER: Make the beurre noisette by melting butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook butter until the liquid is clear and the milk solids have turned golden brown. Let cool to room temperature.

In a large bowl, whisk together icing sugar, powdered almonds and sifted flour. In a medium bowl, whip the egg whites until they soft peak stage (beginning to hold their shape).

Place the shredded carrots in a kitchen towel of cheese cloth and squeeze out any excess moisture. Gently toss the dried carrots with flour until lightly coated.

Fold the egg whites into the flour mixture. Gently mix in the beurre noisette and the floured carrots until just incorporate.

TO BAKE THE FINANCIER: Butter or spray the 12” x 9” cake pan. Spread the batter evenly over the bottom of the pan. Bake for 5 minutes at 350°F. Reduce oven to 325F and continue baking 5 more minutes. Turn off the oven, leave the oven door closed and let the cakes rest inside for 5 minutes. Remove cakes from oven and unmold onto a cooling rack.

TO MAKE THE WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the water and let stand until softened. Add the orange liqueur to the softened gelatin.Place the cream in a medium bowl and whip the cream until soft peaks are formed (beginning to hold their shape). Refrigerate until chilled, about 10 minutes.In a medium bowl of an electric mixture, beat the egg yolks with the sugar and salt at high speed until pale and thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the orange-gelatin liquid; scrape the side and bottom of the bowl. Beat in the melted chocolate. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the whipped cream in 2 additions. Gently fold in the golden raisins and black currants. Scrape the mousse into a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.

TO MAKE THE WHITE CHOCOLATE GLAZE: Place white chocolate in a small bowl. Place cream in a saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Pour milk over chocolate and mix until combined.

TO ASSEMBLE CAKE: Slice the cake into three rectangular 12” x 3” strips. Spread a ½ of the mousse evenly over one rectangle. Place another cake rectangle on top of mousse and spread remaining mousse. Top with last cake rectangle. Pour white chocolate glaze on top of cake. Refrigerate until set. Cut the 12” x 3” cake in to 2, 6” x 3” cakes and then cut each rectangle into 2 triangles.

TO SERVE: I serve the cake with candied carrots, carrot-ginger syrup and either carrot-orange sorbet or buttermilk ice cream.Makes 4, 3”x4” rectangle layered cakes

Carrot Financier


Springtime Cheer

by Sean Delloiacono


Springtime Spritzer

½ ounce of Galliano 1 ounce of Hanger One Vodka splash of Pineapple JuiceVeuve Clicquot Champagne or Rose to fill

Pour the ½ ounce of Galliano, 1 ounce of Hanger One Vodka and the splash of Pineapple juice into a cocktail shaker full of ice. Place a shaker lid on top of the tin and shake as hard as you can for 10 to 15 seconds. Strain the ingredients into a champagne flute. Fill the glass with Veuve Clicquot Champagne or Rose and Garnish with a candied lemon peel or sliced melon.

Something New

½ ounce of Carvalla Lemincello½ ounce of Pama (Pomegranate) liqueur ½ ounce Hanger One Raspberry Vodka

Pour ½ ounce of Lemincello, ½ ounce of Pama, and ½ ounce Hanger One Raspberry Vodka into a cocktail shaker. Cover shake with a lid and shake well. Strain the alcohol into a large cocktail glass over ice. Top with Soda water and garnish with a edible flower and a lemon twist.

Springtime Cheer


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Food Bites By Lorianne S. Riley

Food Bites

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2008 Franciscan Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine Enthusiast - December 2011: 91 points and Editor’s Pick“A solid Cabernet, dry and full-bodied, showing classic flavors of blackberries, currants and oak, with hints of vanilla and toast…great price.” ~ Steve Heimoff

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Heublumenkäse)

Cow’s Milk Hayflower Cheese, or Kuh Heublumen-käse in German, is a seductive blend of fragrant dried flowers, herbs, and pure organic Bavarian cow’s milk. This German cheese takes on extra character through the selection of organic flowers, including safflower, blue mallow, peony and marigold, mingled with rose-mary, oregano and a dash of unrefined rock salt. The cheesemakers coat the cheese with herbs and flowers and then seal it with transparent wax. Throughout the 6-month ripening period, the combined essences seep into the cheese’s paste, rendering an innovative semi-hard cheese bursting with aroma.

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Garden Wedding! Garden Wedding!



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The Spring 2012 vintage-inspired What Goes Around Comes Around (WGACA) Collection is truly hitting it’s stride, connecting the present with the everlasting styles of the past. Creative Director,

Gerard Maione had American fashion icon, Lauren Hutton in mind when designing this strong, sexy and independent woman’s wardrobe for her trailblazing ways. “My inspiration for this collection began during a trip to Buenos Aires earlier this year,” said Maione. “It was there that I began thinking of this world traveler who could effortlessly pack for a trip, from Buenos Aires to a safari in Tanzania, then onto the beautiful Gold Coast of Long Island.” He was specifically referencing Lauren’s spirited presence and undeniable beauty when creating this vision.

This Spring line takes us on an adventure of three connecting color stories: the first in Buenos Aires with a rich and ethnic palette stemming in jade, which is seen throughout the collection

with compliments of red, gold and black. Then off to Africa, where a soft shade of tea is highlighted by the richness of cobalt, rust and chartreuse. Ultimately, landing along the Gold Coast in white, turquoise, lavender and sea green. Exquisite Victorian inspired lace, pin tuck and crochet details are evident in tops, skirts, and dresses in classic white, tea and black. Beautiful vintage floral prints set tones in a powerful, yet feminine manner. Leather and suede are constants in the collection, including a 1920’s inspired belted leather jacket, a beautifully hand worked cardigan in suede and knit, and an embroidered suede crop vest. Elaborate hand beaded and embroidered pieces that bring to mind elements of the 20’s/30’s are adorned throughout as well. Caftans and striped cotton cover-ups evoke the leisurely air of Lauren Hutton’s spring essentials.

Within its entirety, the collection offers a multi-dimensional story with links throughout the elegant early years of the 1890’s-1930’s, married to the seductive strength of the 1960’s and

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