Mushroom Fruiting Chamber

For indoor gardeners who want to try something a bit more exotic, cultivating mushrooms can be rewarding and FirstBuild’s Mella smart mushroom fruiting chamber promises to take some of the guesswork out of the challenge. New Atlas recently got its hands on one and we put it through its paces. Here’s what we found. For centuries, mushrooms have been a mystery and […]

Light Packable Rotisserie

On a recent search to find some cooking accessories for my annual fire pit rotisserie Thanksgiving turkey roast, I happened upon a new piece of gear that can bring that style of rotisserie cooking to a distant campsite reached only by foot, bike, raft or other light, human-powered means. The Adventure Fork can cook kebabs, sausages, chicken tenders, vegetables and […]

Dairy-Free Ice Cream

Everyone likes a treat now and then. Ice cream is a ubiquitous favorite for many. But with dairy allergies and concern for the role dairy products play in the environment, many opt for ice cream alternatives. Fortunately, there are many to choose from with bases like oat milk, coconut milk or almond milk. Many people even choose to make their own dairy-free […]

Vegan Cheese

New York City-based vegan cheese brand RIND announced that its fine vegan cheese will be entering dairy cases at Whole Foods Market in New York City. This announcement marks tremendous growth not only for RIND, but for vegan cheeses at large. Over the years, vegan cheese opinions have been evolving, forcing recognition among even non-vegan consumers. RIND’s fine vegan cheese is aged in a […]

Kelp Chips

As consumers, we make choices every day. At the grocery store, food decisions can evolve around dietary restrictions, packaging, convenience, preferences and the environment. One snack brand tries to bring that all together with the newly-released 12 Tides puffed kelp chips. Available in three flavors, the chips are USDA-certified organic and non-GMO. Kelp is put through a testing process to ensure all […]

Carbon Neutral Certified Cocktail

Bizzarro Aperitivo, a canned cocktail brand, created an alcoholic beverage that is now certified carbon neutral. The base is made from biodynamic organic Vermentino grapes from Australia’s Riverland. These grapes are suited to the environment better than other varieties so they need less water. They also happen to produce lower alcohol wines with high levels of acid and a fresh fruit taste. […]

New Fungi Based Protein Food

It’s rare that a new food source comes along. It’s even rarer to find one that holds the potential to provide a reliable food supply for billions of people without stressing the planet’s limited usable land and water resources. Yet, Nature’s Fynd seems to do just that. The company has developed a microbe found in Yellowstone National Park into a product that is natural […]

Cooler Keg Portable Draft Beer

It’s hard to beat a draft beer, but we usually have to make do with bottles and cans when away from the bar. Enter the Cooler Keg, a new design for a draft beer dispensing system built right into a cooler. The Cooler Keg looks a lot like a regular picnic cooler, apart from the pair of taps poking out […]

Benefits of a Protein Filled Diet

Most dieticians and consumers alike are in agreement that protein is an important and highly beneficial part of one’s diet. Protein has numerous benefits for the body, including assisting with weight loss and maintaining a healthy metabolism. Here are a few reasons why it’s important.  Reduces Hunger Protein-rich foods leave you feeling fuller for longer, reducing your appetite throughout the […]