David Orr

New York, NY

David Orr likes food, and hopes you do too. Among other things, he is a cook, writer and activist. He believes that food is the nexus of agriculture, health, poverty, and the environment, and that it has the potential to change all of those things profoundly.

David commented on the article | over 1 year ago

Meatless Mondays: Chipotle Sweet Potato and Black Bean Hash

Thanks, Jessica. Glad you liked it!
David commented on the article | over 1 year ago

Meatless Mondays: How to Cook Dried Beans (the <i>Real</i> Way)

That's a good point and something to consider. It would probably reduce the cooking time by about an hour. I'm curious to learn more about your statement that cooking accounts for the most energy in food production. Where does that data come from?
David commented on the article | over 1 year ago

Meatless Mondays: The Best Vegan Pumpkin Muffins Ever

No, you can certainly do without. Or you can use molasses, agave syrup, or another liquid sweetener if you have that.
David commented on the article | over 1 year ago

Canning 101: How to Preserve the Tastes of Summer All Year Long

You're right, thanks. I should have been more specific with that.
David commented on the article | almost 2 years ago

Meatless Mondays: Fried Eggplant with Basil and Heirloom Tomato Sauce

@Lianne - That's a good point, and you're right. Generally, I'm using items that are in season for me in the Northeastern US, and for the most part, those items will be in or close to season in most of the rest of the country. But it's important to keep in mind that this is not a rigid guide on what you should or shouldn't eat -- it's just an idea.
David signed the petition | almost 2 years ago

Tell EPA: Take away BP's billions in federal contracts
David signed the petition | about 2 years ago

Tell Congress: No Woman Should Die During Childbirth
David signed the petition | about 2 years ago

Tell Obama to Stop New Offshore Oil Drilling
David signed the petition | about 2 years ago

Tell Congress: Stop Criminals From Getting Guns
David commented on the article | about 2 years ago

Toys Banned from Kids' Meals

I hope soon! From what I've read, a lot of other cities, including San Francisco and NYC, have expressed an interest and contacted Santa Clara for information.