When Dan and Billy started Green Earth Organics more than 14 years ago, it was running out of a home in Vancouver, with Dan going door-to-door to sign up his neighbours. A couple of years later, Billy moved to Toronto and opened his own location of Green Earth Organics, run independently from the Vancouver office, and the two locations have happily gone about the business of delivering to homes and offices in the greater Vancouver area and the greater Toronto area. This past May, we were very excited to welcome Victoria to the family, as Aaron opened our first location on Vancouver Island. Now, we're thrilled to announce another location: the Sea to Sky Green Earth Organics, serving Whistler and Squamish.
Glenn is the proud owner of the new Sea to Sky location. He was in Vancouver this week, getting trained in our systems, such as designing, packing, and delivering the bins. This week, he will be setting up his warehouse, ordering his stock, and getting ready to make his first deliveries on Tuesday, August 28th.
We are so excited to welcome Glenn to Green Earth Organics. He is an enthusiastic supporter of organics and of green living, and we look forward to supporting him as he launches and grows the service in the Sea to Sky region. He will be starting out with a wonderful selection of organic fruits and vegetables and some of our most popular organic grocery items.
As the location grows, he looks forward to expanding the variety of organic groceries available. Glenn is committed to providing the great food and superior service people have come to expect from Green Earth Organics.
If you are interested in signing up and being one of his very first customers, or if you have any product suggestions for him, you can reach Melissa and Esther, his member services team, at 1-604-708-2345 or at seatosky@greenearthorganics.com.
Green Earth Organics Inc. is a home and office certified organic grocery and natural product delivery service. We have a wide selection of 100% Certified Organic fruit, vegetables, and other grocery products. We also carry a growing list of environmentally friendly products that make it easier for our customers to tread lighter on our planet. This blog offers exiting information on organic food and healthy eating habits.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Puffy Fruit Pancake
INGREDIENTS
Fruit topping:
1 Tbsp butter
2 cups sliced fruit such as apples, plums, peaches, pears, nectarines, or any combination
2 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup fresh blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries
Pancake batter:
3 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 Tbsp butter, melted
1 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp sea salt
Pinch of nutmeg
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
Melt the butter for the fruit topping in a skillet over medium heat. Add the fruit slices and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon. Add the berries and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the sugar has melted and the fruit is hot. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl. Sift in the flour, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Stir just to combine (it's OK if there are a few lumps; do not over-mix).
Butter a 10-inch pie plate. Pour in the batter and top with the fruit mixture. Bake for 30 minutes, until puffed and golden around the outside and firm in the center.
Serve hot, with maple syrup on the side.
Fruit topping:
1 Tbsp butter
2 cups sliced fruit such as apples, plums, peaches, pears, nectarines, or any combination
2 Tbsp brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 cup fresh blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries
Pancake batter:
3 eggs
3/4 cup milk
1 Tbsp butter, melted
1 Tbsp sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla
3/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp sea salt
Pinch of nutmeg
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
Melt the butter for the fruit topping in a skillet over medium heat. Add the fruit slices and saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon. Add the berries and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the sugar has melted and the fruit is hot. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl. Sift in the flour, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Stir just to combine (it's OK if there are a few lumps; do not over-mix).
Butter a 10-inch pie plate. Pour in the batter and top with the fruit mixture. Bake for 30 minutes, until puffed and golden around the outside and firm in the center.
Serve hot, with maple syrup on the side.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Life-Work Balance at Green Earth Organics
On Sundays and holidays, I have often had the experience of people exclaiming in surprise: "You're working today?" I think some people start to think that I work every day, which is hardly the impression I want to give. At Green Earth Organics, we believe in seeking a good work-life balance as part of a healthy life. Stress is very hard on the body, and all the wonderful organic food we consume will not heal us if our minds and bodies are over-worked.
Good work-life balance can be difficult at a small company. With only a handful of employees, there isn't always someone to adequately cover for vacations and to share in the extra work during busy times. Still, we all pitch in and make it work. Here are our tips for balancing leisure and business:
Enjoy your commute: Many of us at Green Earth Organics are lucky enough to be able to walk or cycle to work, which gets us some exercise, fresh air, and, especially in the early morning summer sun, pleasure. But if you have to drive or travel by public transit, consider uplifting audio books (available from the library) or good music to get your day started and ended on a positive note.
Lose the commute: Telecommuting can be especially valuable if you have a long commute: time taken off the commute can be used for leisure or other chores. I work from home on Sundays, allowing me to get laundry done between email responses and save the hour I would spend getting to and from the warehouse. Other companies may be able to offer flex-time, so you work more hours per day but fewer days, thus doing less commuting over time.
Take advantage of slow periods: When our members are on vacation, we take vacations too. I was recently gone for a week, and my co-worker, Esther, who usually only works part-time, was able to cover my full-time work and her usual tasks as well because July and August are slightly less busy for us. By the end of the summer, all of us in the office will have had a vacation and we will be recharged and ready to help all our members during our busy fall season.
Be flexible: This is perhaps the most important point for us. Small companies have the advantage of being flexible and more able to change employee schedules and roles to suit everyone. Dan, the owner of Green Earth Organics Vancouver, recently logged in to design the next week's bin while on vacation in Kelowna. Doing so saved us several hours of work in the office, as he can design the bin much more quickly than we can, but only cost him a brief interlude in his vacation. During the summer, I often do my Sunday work shift using a tablet computer from the road. I'm an early riser and am often up before my travel companions, so I can work before they get up and enjoy a weekend away at the same time. Sometimes this leads to silly situations, such as this past weekend when I landed my paraglider in Pemberton, then pulled out my smart phone to retrieve members' orders and call them in to the bakery before their deadline. This is what my work-life balance looks like right now:
No matter what your school, work, and family situations, we hope you will enjoy the rest of the summer!
Good work-life balance can be difficult at a small company. With only a handful of employees, there isn't always someone to adequately cover for vacations and to share in the extra work during busy times. Still, we all pitch in and make it work. Here are our tips for balancing leisure and business:
Enjoy your commute: Many of us at Green Earth Organics are lucky enough to be able to walk or cycle to work, which gets us some exercise, fresh air, and, especially in the early morning summer sun, pleasure. But if you have to drive or travel by public transit, consider uplifting audio books (available from the library) or good music to get your day started and ended on a positive note.
Lose the commute: Telecommuting can be especially valuable if you have a long commute: time taken off the commute can be used for leisure or other chores. I work from home on Sundays, allowing me to get laundry done between email responses and save the hour I would spend getting to and from the warehouse. Other companies may be able to offer flex-time, so you work more hours per day but fewer days, thus doing less commuting over time.
Take advantage of slow periods: When our members are on vacation, we take vacations too. I was recently gone for a week, and my co-worker, Esther, who usually only works part-time, was able to cover my full-time work and her usual tasks as well because July and August are slightly less busy for us. By the end of the summer, all of us in the office will have had a vacation and we will be recharged and ready to help all our members during our busy fall season.
Be flexible: This is perhaps the most important point for us. Small companies have the advantage of being flexible and more able to change employee schedules and roles to suit everyone. Dan, the owner of Green Earth Organics Vancouver, recently logged in to design the next week's bin while on vacation in Kelowna. Doing so saved us several hours of work in the office, as he can design the bin much more quickly than we can, but only cost him a brief interlude in his vacation. During the summer, I often do my Sunday work shift using a tablet computer from the road. I'm an early riser and am often up before my travel companions, so I can work before they get up and enjoy a weekend away at the same time. Sometimes this leads to silly situations, such as this past weekend when I landed my paraglider in Pemberton, then pulled out my smart phone to retrieve members' orders and call them in to the bakery before their deadline. This is what my work-life balance looks like right now:
No matter what your school, work, and family situations, we hope you will enjoy the rest of the summer!
Tangy Kiwi Salad Dressing
INGREDIENTS
3 kiwis
1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger
5 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp lime juice, or the juice of 1 lime
DIRECTIONS
Peel the kiwis and chop coarsely.
Puree all ingredients in a food processor. Season to taste and add more olive oil, lime juice, or a splash of water if the dressing is too thick.
Serve chilled over your favourite salad. It is especially good on spinach salad.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Cantaloupe Salad with Cilantro and Lime
INGREDIENTS
2 Tbsp lime juice (or the juice of one fresh lime)
4 tsp honey
1 Tbsp fresh cilantro or mint, plus more for garnish (optional)
Sea salt, to taste
1 small cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch cubes
DIRECTIONS
Combine the lime juice, honey, cilantro or mint, and salt together in a small bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined.
Toss the cantaloupe with the lime-honey dressing until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, to allow the flavours to meld.
Serve chilled, garnished with extra cilantro or mint if desired.
Alternative: Try mixing cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon instead of just cantaloupe. For an elegant salad, use a melon baller instead of cubing the melon.
2 Tbsp lime juice (or the juice of one fresh lime)
4 tsp honey
1 Tbsp fresh cilantro or mint, plus more for garnish (optional)
Sea salt, to taste
1 small cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch cubes
DIRECTIONS
Combine the lime juice, honey, cilantro or mint, and salt together in a small bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined.
Toss the cantaloupe with the lime-honey dressing until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, to allow the flavours to meld.
Serve chilled, garnished with extra cilantro or mint if desired.
Alternative: Try mixing cantaloupe, honeydew, and watermelon instead of just cantaloupe. For an elegant salad, use a melon baller instead of cubing the melon.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Time for Nature
Take Time for Nature this summer and help celebrate 50 years of conservation
July 10, 2012
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is celebrating 50 years of conservation by asking Canadians to take some Time for Nature this summer.
NCC is challenging Canadians to incorporate nature into their summer vacation plans, and to share those experiences through the Time for Nature website. Whether hiking, birding, camping, canoeing, or simply exploring the nature in your backyard, each Time for Nature story shared on the website will inspire others to reconnect with the natural world.
Staff at NCC kicked off the challenge by taking their own Time for Nature last week. In a Canadian first, all staff at the organization turned off their cell phones and email for a few days, and left the office behind to reconnect with the great outdoors. Their coast-to-coast adventures – including camping, canoeing, hiking, and biking – have rekindled their appreciation for the natural world they work to protect every day.
NCC has more than a few suggestions to help Canadians choose where to spend their own Time for Nature. Visit the Time for Nature website at www.natureconservancy.ca/timefornature for highlights of NCC properties and natural areas across the country – perfect places for reconnecting with nature.
The challenge is part of NCC’s 50th anniversary celebrations, and is designed to encourage more Canadians to appreciate and enjoy all that nature offers. NCC is also taking this opportunity to thank Canadians for their generous support by inviting them to see some of the places they have helped NCC to conserve — in total, more than 2.6 million acres (1 million hectares), coast to coast.
The health benefits of nature are many and well documented, and include lowering stress, improving mood and cognitive function, and reducing allergies and other inflammatory diseases. A 2010 poll by Ipsos Reid also showed that 9 in 10 Canadians agree that they are happier when they feel connected to nature.
Join NCC and share your Time for Nature stories and photos at Time for Nature.
See you outside!
About NCC
Now celebrating its 50th year, the Nature Conservancy of Canada is the nation’s leading land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962 NCC and its partners have helped to protect more than 2.6 million acres (1 million hectares), coast to coast.
To learn more about NCC, check out their website: www.natureconservancy.ca.
Some of you know that I was off of work last week. I have added my adventure from my vacation to the map; you can find my story in the Nova Scotia area. - Melissa
July 10, 2012
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is celebrating 50 years of conservation by asking Canadians to take some Time for Nature this summer.
NCC is challenging Canadians to incorporate nature into their summer vacation plans, and to share those experiences through the Time for Nature website. Whether hiking, birding, camping, canoeing, or simply exploring the nature in your backyard, each Time for Nature story shared on the website will inspire others to reconnect with the natural world.
Staff at NCC kicked off the challenge by taking their own Time for Nature last week. In a Canadian first, all staff at the organization turned off their cell phones and email for a few days, and left the office behind to reconnect with the great outdoors. Their coast-to-coast adventures – including camping, canoeing, hiking, and biking – have rekindled their appreciation for the natural world they work to protect every day.
NCC has more than a few suggestions to help Canadians choose where to spend their own Time for Nature. Visit the Time for Nature website at www.natureconservancy.ca/timefornature for highlights of NCC properties and natural areas across the country – perfect places for reconnecting with nature.
The challenge is part of NCC’s 50th anniversary celebrations, and is designed to encourage more Canadians to appreciate and enjoy all that nature offers. NCC is also taking this opportunity to thank Canadians for their generous support by inviting them to see some of the places they have helped NCC to conserve — in total, more than 2.6 million acres (1 million hectares), coast to coast.
The health benefits of nature are many and well documented, and include lowering stress, improving mood and cognitive function, and reducing allergies and other inflammatory diseases. A 2010 poll by Ipsos Reid also showed that 9 in 10 Canadians agree that they are happier when they feel connected to nature.
Join NCC and share your Time for Nature stories and photos at Time for Nature.
See you outside!
About NCC
Now celebrating its 50th year, the Nature Conservancy of Canada is the nation’s leading land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962 NCC and its partners have helped to protect more than 2.6 million acres (1 million hectares), coast to coast.
To learn more about NCC, check out their website: www.natureconservancy.ca.
Some of you know that I was off of work last week. I have added my adventure from my vacation to the map; you can find my story in the Nova Scotia area. - Melissa
Monday, July 30, 2012
August Prepay Special!
It's back! Get a great deal on organic food by paying in advance.
Prepay for your deliveries and receive a 10% bonus! Until noon on August 31st only, prepay $200 or more towards your future bins and you will receive a 10% bonus credit. For example, if you prepay for $300 worth of food, you will receive an additional $30 credit, for a total of $330 of delicious organic fruits, vegetables, and groceries.
Prepayments can be used starting immediately, so get a great deal starting with your August deliveries! They also won't expire, so prepay now for your deliveries in September and onwards!
To arrange for a prepayment using any method of payment, please call or email us:
Vancouver: 604-708-2345 or info@greenearthorganics.com
Victoria: 250-704-0660 or victoria@greenearthorganics.com
Details: Cannot be combined with any other offers. Prepayments must be made before noon on August 31st, 2012, and the bonus credit will be applied to the account after payment. Credits will be removed from the account if payment fails to go through. No cash value to bonus credit. If account is cancelled before all prepayments are used, bonus credit will be deducted from the account before any prepayment is refunded.
Prepay for your deliveries and receive a 10% bonus! Until noon on August 31st only, prepay $200 or more towards your future bins and you will receive a 10% bonus credit. For example, if you prepay for $300 worth of food, you will receive an additional $30 credit, for a total of $330 of delicious organic fruits, vegetables, and groceries.
Prepayments can be used starting immediately, so get a great deal starting with your August deliveries! They also won't expire, so prepay now for your deliveries in September and onwards!
To arrange for a prepayment using any method of payment, please call or email us:
Vancouver: 604-708-2345 or info@greenearthorganics.com
Victoria: 250-704-0660 or victoria@greenearthorganics.com
Details: Cannot be combined with any other offers. Prepayments must be made before noon on August 31st, 2012, and the bonus credit will be applied to the account after payment. Credits will be removed from the account if payment fails to go through. No cash value to bonus credit. If account is cancelled before all prepayments are used, bonus credit will be deducted from the account before any prepayment is refunded.
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