In the 13 years since becoming a vegetarian, I have been asked numerous times why I chose such a seemingly “unnatural” state of culinary consumption. Within those questions, I have been subject to undertones that range from genuine interest to mild scorn to complete disdain. Yet despite these mixed reactions and the fact that I [...]
My first attempt at an online petition turned out to be a bit of a disappointment. With only five signatures (but a big, big “Thank You” to those five!), the petition lacked any significance and could not have imposed any resistance to the Iccat’s decision to maintain its current catch quotas of Bluefin. Two [...]
For the past year, overfishing has ripped my mind. I have read books, articles and news reports illustrating horrible yet widespread practices of the fishing industry. I have returned to my days of being a full-on vegetarian (nope, no more sushi). I have tried to inform as many people as I can. [...]
Last night, I found myself strangely excited about the European Music Awards. Despite swearing I would never watch another MTV award show due to each show’s incredible ability to disappoint, the fact that the show was to be held in nearby Munich drew my curiosity as a gauge on the dynamics of the pop world [...]
I have always found Cuba to be fascinating, alluring. The spirited combinations it brings to my senses entrance me. Of all the Caribbean and Latin music, Cuba’s fusion of sounds blows me away. Of all the wonderful lime, salt and spice that has burned my lips south of the United States, the [...]