I’m sorry for that thing I said when I was hungry
A couple of weeks ago I found myself embroiled in a bit of an interpersonal snafu. I was trying to broach a sensitive subject with care and delicacy, hoping that […]
Category Archives: Food and Food Politics
Right-wing restaurant CEOs are doing me a favor
A few years ago, I stopped eating fast food, particularly the kind that is handed in paper bags through drive-through windows. I’d eaten a ton of fast food over the […]
The one – and worst – time I tried a juice fast
I’m just going to go ahead and say it – I have no idea why anyone is taking health and wellness advice from Gwyneth Paltrow. After all, she is one […]
Embracing the ‘woman’s work’ of cooking
The holiday season is one of my favorite times of year for many, many reasons, but maybe my favorite reason of all is that it means I get to cook […]
Thinspo, eating disorders and the dark side of fitness
I’m always looking for inspiration in my life. I love finding a photo or a video or an essay that gives me a metaphorical kick in the pants. It’s not […]
Bittman: Tax soda, subsidize vegetables
Foodie superstar Mark Bittman has a sensible idea that I’m sure is going to cause all kinds of hyperventilating about “nanny state” this and “I choose my choice!” that: Rather […]
Fit and Feminist 