If you get coffee at Java Green or any other local place with eco-friendly options, you may have seen words like “Fair Trade,” “Shade Grown,” and “Organic” up on the menu board. But what exactly do these words even mean?
Fair trade coffee is actually a certification granted by TransFair USA. The program is designed to allow farmers in developing countries access to consumer markets where coffee is in …
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When a recession hits, one of the first things to go is unnecessary pleasure like smoothies. Let’s face it, smoothies are expensive, especially good ones from places like Juice Joint and Java Green.
In addition to being expensive, smoothies are also really good for you. With crazy illnesses like swine flu flying around, building up your immune system and making sure you’re getting proper nutrition is important.
So how can you have a …
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Dupont Circle is home to America’s first organic restaurant, now that eco-tradition is expanding to two more green restaurants.
Sweetgreen, a salad and frozen yogurt shop, opened its second location in Dupont yesterday. The original Sweetgreen was opened in Georgetown by some G-town alum. In addition to combining two healthy treats under one roof, Sweetgreen sets itself apart by using biodegradable and compostable utensils and packaging. The company is certified …
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