Category: Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Living News


  • How Companion Planting Helps Grow Stronger, Healthier Plant Communities 

    Just like people, plants work better together. They thrive in ecosystems, and benefit from having a diverse array of other plants nearby that they’ve evolved to grow in harmony with. That’s why when you’re restoring an ecosystem or planting a native garden, it’s a…

  • Books To Get You Garden-Ready

    Depending on where you live, you might already have dirt under your fingernails, or that average last frost date may still be weeks away. You may have a self-sufficient homestead or no more than a windowsill to plant in. But as the days get longer and weather warms up, spring gets everyone in a gardening…

  • How to Cook Mushrooms: The Ultimate Guide

    Mushrooms are a versatile, meaty-tasting ingredient that can elevate any vegetarian or vegan dish. In this guide, you’ll learn how to cook mushrooms perfectly using sautéing, roasting, grilling, and tips for soups, broths, and plant-based meals. If you’re looking for a satisfying, flavour-packed meat substitute, mushrooms are one of the best ingredients you can use.…

  • Vegan Broccoli and Mushroom Chow Mein

    My Vegan Broccoli and Mushroom Chow Mein is made with crispy pan-fried noodles, fresh vegetables, and a savoury soy-based sauce. It’s a quick, plant-based alternative to takeout that’s packed with flavour. Chinese takeaway food in the UK has evolved into its own unique cuisine – one shaped by migration and British tastes. Over the decades,…

  • Vegan Tortellini Soup

    If you’re craving something cozy, simple, and very spoonable, this vegan tortellini soup is exactly the kind of recipe you’ll want on repeat. This brothy soup is hearty, comforting and filled with tender tortellini, vegetables, and leafy greens – the sort of soup that feels nourishing without being heavy. This is a one-pot vegan soup…

  • Earth911 Inspiration: Waste Can End With You

    This week’s inspiration: “Waste starts with people and can end with you.” We can make changes to reduce our waste by precycling when we shop, reducing what we purchase, reusing items to get the most use out of them, and recycling when possible. But when we have items to throw away, please dispose of trash…

  • How to Sleep Better at Night with Simple Tips

    Struggling with how to sleep better at night? This guide explores the importance of sleep, the science behind restorative rest, practical tips to improve sleep naturally, and how upgrading to a supportive mattress like a Simba Hybrid® can enhance sleep quality and overall health. How many times have you found yourself lying in bed awake…

  • Vegan Heart-Shaped Strawberry Sugar Cookies

    These Vegan Heart-Shaped Strawberry Sugar Cookies are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat! Why not gift them to your loved one? Get the recipe below. These vegan heart-shaped strawberry sugar cookies are soft in the middle, lightly crisp on the outside, with a naturally pink hue thanks to real strawberries. Made with freeze-dried strawberry powder, they…

  • Lentil & Mushroom Stroganoff

    If you’re in the mood for something creamy, cozy, and properly satisfying, this Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff Recipe is the kind of dinner that just makes sense. It’s rich without being heavy, full of savoury depth, and exactly what you want when comfort food is calling. Earthy mushrooms and hearty lentils simmer in a creamy sauce…

  • Guest Idea: Reusing Yard Debris

    Leaves, fallen branches, and grass clippings often end up bagged and hauled away as yard waste, but much of that material still has value. Yard debris is rich in organic matter that can be reused to improve soil health, reduce waste, and support a more sustainable landscape. In this article, we’ll explore eco-friendly ways to…