The Lazy Environmentalist Indeed
June 10, 2009 by The Dove · 4 Comments
By Shannon Dunn
As I settled in for the evening to watch a preview copy of Sundance Channels soon-to-be-aired The Lazy Environmentalist, I was looking forward to learning how its easy to be green-that we can all do it, once equipped with the know how.
My excitement turned to disappointment part way through the first episode, which is set to air on June 16, as the shows host, environmental entrepreneur Josh Dorfman, forgot to mention an important fact to the family he had gone to help: their excessive meat consumption is one of the major reasons our planet is being destroyed.
American Idol: How Green Can You Go?
May 17, 2009 by The Dove · Leave a Comment
With the American Idol final coming up this week, one question remains: who is going to follow in the footsteps of songstresses Carrie Underwood and Kellie Pickler? Were not talking about mass votes or album sales.
WorldFest Music Festival on May 16
May 8, 2009 by The Dove · Leave a Comment
WorldFest, a solar-powered, vegan, and sustainable music festival is set for May 16 in Los Angeles.
The event is expected to be celeb-central-especially for those interested in animal welfare, the planet, and a healthy lifestyle. Tippi Hedren, actress and founder of the Shambala Preserve, Kathy Freston, bestselling author of Quantum Wellness, Captain Paul Watson from Animal Planets Whale Wars will be guest speakers.
Other speakers and celebrity attendees include actress Linda Blair who runs animal rescue organization WorldHeart Foundation, child actress Saige Ryan Campbell, and health advocate Colleen Patrick-Goudreau. Musical guests at WorldFest include The Chapin Sisters, Bonne Musique Zydeco, and others.
WorldFest is a much-anticipated by those who are active in the local community-and for those who would like to become more active. Fest organizers say they also welcome those who simply want to enjoy the music, food, sights, and sounds of the event.
“We have great exhibitors this year with some amazing food booths and the celebrities and bands are all energetic and fun to watch,” says WorldFests Exhibitor Coordinator Andrea Gullo.
FARMACIST DESK REFERENCE by Don Tolman
May 6, 2009 by The Dove · Leave a Comment
Why it’s great: Why do all the research when someone has done it for you? The Indiana Jones of Wholefoods, as Don Tolman is known, has transferred golden nuggets of life-saving and enhancing info into two huge volumes (1600 pages in fact) – information garnered from years of passionate research that draws upon ancient whole food wisdom from the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Hebrews, Chinese, Native Americans and Incas, among others.
Who’s reading it: Television personality Phil Donohue, who says Tolman will impact social change, is a fan; as are those who want to reverse disease naturally as well as people who are sick of big pharmaceutical companies dictating how they should take care of their health.
What you’ll learn: How easy it is to obtain and maintain abundant health and energy through consuming what the earth naturally provides. You’ll also discover what foods target specific ailments, all without the use of conventional drugs.
Want to know more? See www.farmacistdeskreference.com or www.dontolman.com
Where the Ocean meets Divine
May 3, 2009 by The Dove · Leave a Comment
Ocean and Vine, Loews Santa Monica Hotel, Santa Monica
A COMPLETE EXPERIENCE Its undeniable the postcard view from this must-visit restaurant is a major draw card for hotel guests and locals alike. Sunset, surf and sand aside, its whats inside Ocean and Vine that truly makes dining here so special. Arrive early to cozy up on the plush donut-shaped lounge that encircles a roaring fire pit-but not without a signature raspberry mojito in hand.
FRESH, FABULOUS FARE Service here is impeccable, as are the meals that boast farmers market-fresh ingredients-and fabulous flavors that linger long after dinner is over. Start your culinary journey with the roasted garlic chipotle hummus with herb and Parmesan encrusted flat bread; followed by the tender roasted eggplant with Israeli couscous and tofu, a dish prepared especially for vegans. Sides of broccoli rabe with roasted garlic and risotto, asparagus tips and shaved Parmesan is a vegetarian favorite. Feast on fresh berries for dessert before retreating back to where it all began: fireside overlooking the lights of Santa Monicas famous pier.
TIP Ocean and Vine is the perfect spot for a romance-infused double date, or to celebrate special events with the entire family.
1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, 90401.
Phone (310) 576-3180 santamonicaloewshotel.com
