Food insecurity has been a pressing problem across the United States and all over Alabama for decades. Recent rises in food prices have only exacerbated the issue; as the cost to feed ourselves inches upward, so too does the number of people finding themselves without access to enough nutritious food. One solution to address food … Read More
There’s something magical about a sweet, crumbly shortcake piled high with juicy-plump strawberries and light-as-air whipped cream—it’s tasty proof that spring is in the air, and summer is just around the corner. If only those virtuous strawberries could erase the cream-filled, buttery calories! Good news: There is a way to lighten and brighten this springtime … Read More
Many of us live in a state of perpetual hurry. Rush out the door to carpool. Rush to meet the deadline. Rush through lunch to make a meeting. Rush to clean the house before the kids come home. Rush to make it to soccer practice, a baseball game or a dance recital. The problem is, … Read More
Meet socca, a crepe-like pancake made from chickpea flour. It’s super simple, versatile, healthy and fun. It’s also French! Its slightly earthy flavor marries beautifully with olive oil and works wonders in a hot cast iron skillet where it transforms into a delightfully crisp-on-the-edges, fluffy-in-the-middle pancake that can be torn and dredged through something saucy … Read More
Body image is an issue that so many people struggle with, and parents want to ensure their kids grow up confident and comfortable in their own skin. But can you teach them to love themselves if you don’t practice what you preach? If you have kids, maybe you’ll agree that they are simultaneously the best … Read More
Robert Traphan cycled for recreation and transportation growing up through grade school, and in college, to get around his Connecticut campus. But after his bike was stolen prior to moving to Montgomery, it was years before he purchased another one (in 2007)—and when he started riding with the Montgomery Bicycle Club. For the past 15 … Read More
WEST ALABAMA Even more tastey delights and culinary adventures await around the state. Headed west? Check out a few more of our favorites. Stop in Selma for some cajun flavors at Bayou Rouge Bistró or track down an Abadir’s pop-up around the Black Belt to overload your tastebuds with Sarah Cole’s Egyptian-influenced eats. NORTH ALABAMA … Read More
Spring has sprung all over Alabama, and pleasant temperatures plus pretty, blue-sky days are calling us to get out of the house to go, see and do. This time each year, the state’s event calendar is jam-packed with fun, fresh-air, family friendly, and often, free, happenings and activities. From food and art to gardens and … Read More
PACK IN PROTEIN Swap in chickpeabased pasta (a double chickpea-punch!) for traditional semolina-based, and you’ll double both the protein and fiber in each serving! Broth-based soups not only soothe the soul, but they also offer loads of electrolytes, vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Savory broth-based soups not only soothe the soul, but they also offer loads … Read More
Make a plan to elevate your health by incorporating more plants in your diet this year. Here, The Alabama Department of Health’s Nutrition and Physical Activity Division shares the reasons you should, easy ways you can, plus a few flavorful, filling and wholesome fruit-and-veggie-focused recipes to help you eat UP. Whether fresh, frozen, canned or … Read More