Category Archives: Humor
The Hip Chick’s Guide to Macrobiotics
When I first encountered macrobiotics, decades ago (dinosaurs still roamed the earth!) the teachers were nearly all men in dark suits. And while they have my respect, I’m glad that’s no longer true. People of varied styles and genders teach today, among them, Jessica Porter, a woman who obviously refuses to take herself too seriously since she’s titled her book, her web site and her blog, “The Hip Chick’s Guide to Macrobiotics.” While I haven’t dipped into her book yet, it’s apparent from her web site and blog that she’s a talented communicator. In addition to being a macrobiotic teacher, she’s also an actress, stand-up comedian and hypnotherapist specializing in smoking cessation. She has a 12-hour series of cooking classes available to purchase for download from her web site. I enjoyed watching a recent segment she did on KGO-TV on how “laughter can heal all ailments.” You’ll be laughing too! Continue reading
Humor: What Chefs Do When We’re Bored
What do chefs do when they’re bored? Carve a lot of whimsical creatures from fruits and veggies apparently. And some other less innocent fun as well, no doubt. After the jump, see a dozen more of these clever cut ups. I wish I could, but I can’t take credit for these. Thanks to Chuck Collison for forwarding them from the net. Continue reading
Humor: Diet and Excercise Tips You’ll Love
Could it be we take our diet and exercise programs a little too seriously? Here’s a satirical take on the avalanche of advice we get about how to be healthy. Free yourself from guilt! Read to the end and you’ll find the one essential factor standing in the way of good health! Continue reading