Score points with Michigan foods
“Made in Michigan. Those words might instantly make you think of a hot Ford truck or a Jeep Grand Cherokee. But Michigan is also home… Read More »Score points with Michigan foods
THE GLC BLOG
Shopping list is key to grocery savings
“One of the easiest ways to save money on groceries is to simply make a thorough shopping list and follow it. I mean really follow… Read More »Shopping list is key to grocery savings
What makes certain kinds of food “kosher”?
“Kosher, otherwise known as ‘Kashrut,’ refers to the Jewish laws that dictate which foods can be eaten, and how those foods must be prepared. Most… Read More »What makes certain kinds of food “kosher”?
Folic acid is a B-list celebrity in waiting
“Unless you’ve been pregnant, you probably haven’t heard of it. Yet research shows that folate, or folic acid (the synthetic form of folate found in… Read More »Folic acid is a B-list celebrity in waiting
Grocery list voyeurism
“It’s a common fact that the best way to remain organised is to make lists. From the detailed ‘To do today’ lists, to the totally… Read More »Grocery list voyeurism
Gadgets enhance grocery shopping
“IBM hopes consumers will compile a shopping list online, only to have it waiting for them on a cart-mounted display. The bonus here is that… Read More »Gadgets enhance grocery shopping
The trouble with Whole Foods [in NYC]
“It dawned on me today as I tried to maneuver through the stalled crowds in the produce section, when I attempted to pass the woman… Read More »The trouble with Whole Foods [in NYC]
A Supermarket War in Store
“Mounting a challenge to Wal-Mart Stores might look like a suicidal strategy for a company. But guess what? Grocery retailer Supervalu on Jan. 23 struck… Read More »A Supermarket War in Store
Coupons are ‘like money found’
“Mention coupons to a regular grocery shopper and you’re likely to get intense reaction. Some love coupons and will brag about the hundreds of dollars… Read More »Coupons are ‘like money found’
A tale of two taxes
“Fifty-five cents sounds like pocket change — hardly worth worrying about. It was the difference in the sales tax charged in Tennessee and Virginia on… Read More »A tale of two taxes
Generation Pad Thai
“The same parents who micromanage every other aspect of their children’s lives – puzzle tutoring for 4-year-olds, clarinet lessons, baby yoga – seem to stop… Read More »Generation Pad Thai
Killed by chips and toast
“A lad who only ate chips, toast and baked beans was killed by his junk diet — aged just 20. After years of unhealthy eating,… Read More »Killed by chips and toast
‘Desperation Dinners’ duo show off their moves at grocery store
“If you go grocery shopping with Alicia Ross and Beverly Mills, study the circular first. The queens of frugal menu planning — and authors of… Read More »‘Desperation Dinners’ duo show off their moves at grocery store
7-Day Menu Planner
Here’s a week’s worth of recipes from the Charlotte Observer: “Make family day extra-special with ROASTED LAMB on the menu. Heat oven to 325 degrees.… Read More »7-Day Menu Planner
AlterNet: The Ten Best Top-Ten Lists
We’re profoundly proud to make AlterNet’s “Ten Best Top-Ten Lists” list. Check it out, we’re #7: “Top 10 lists are a staple of a culture… Read More »AlterNet: The Ten Best Top-Ten Lists
Wiser food shopping a way to fatten wallet
Chicago Tribune: “Which is more expensive: a new car or food for a year? Many people would say purchasing a car costs far more, but… Read More »Wiser food shopping a way to fatten wallet
The little things
We’re pretty light-hearted around here — heck, we collect other peoples’ discarded grocery lists. The most serious we get is when we link to a… Read More »The little things
Cooking Dinner on a Busy Schedule
“Too tired or unprepared to cook after 10 or 12 hours of perpetual busy-ness, we take the easy path to eating: a pizza, a restaurant,… Read More »Cooking Dinner on a Busy Schedule
Museum of Beverage Containers & Advertising
“The Museum of Beverage Containers and Advertising had its grand opening on Friday, April 3, 1987 in Millersville, Tennessee. Many hours were spent prior to… Read More »Museum of Beverage Containers & Advertising
When buying organic pays (and doesn’t)
Know when it pays to buy organic food products to reduce your exposure to pesticides and other additives, when it might sometimes pay, and when… Read More »When buying organic pays (and doesn’t)