Green Dining News

Green Dining

 
For many, dining out is an inevitability in today's world. Unfortunately, restaurants are huge sources of excess and waste. Not only is food wasted, but water, energy and resources (like paper and other materials for containers and packaging) are, as well. This is bad news for the planet because it depletes resources and contributes to CO2 emissions and climate change.
 

Many dining establishments are part of the movement to green the industry. Restaurants have started buying energy credits, running on alternative energy, conserving water and materials, buying and serving local food and many other green efforts. Diners can also work toward making it a greener experience by not wasting food, drinks and materials and frequenting local and sustainable eateries. (Photo: Flickr) 

Articles about Green Dining

  • Show your love for your favorite green restaurant

    Tue, Jun 19 2012 at 10:53 AM

    Vote in the People’s Choice 2012 Green Plate Awards sponsored by The Nature Conservancy for your favorite sustainable restaurant in select regions.

  • Restaurant review: New York City's Gramercy Tavern

    Thu, Apr 05 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Our food blogger visits the locally inspired restaurant that has been nominated for a James Beard Award for Best Chef in NYC.

  • Philadelphia's clever 'Uwishunu's Philly 101' video series

    Mon, Mar 19 2012 at 10:06 AM

    In less than 2 minutes a day, you'll learn 101 (no, make that 202) things about Philadelphia that the tourism company wishes you knew.

  • Restaurants: Village Whiskey in Philadelphia

    Wed, Feb 15 2012 at 12:12 PM

    Iron Chef Jose Garces’ whiskey bar in the Rittenhouse Square section of Philadelphia serves a sustainable burger and fries that are worth the wait.

  • The Valentine's chocolates I want

    Mon, Feb 06 2012 at 8:38 PM

    Organic, fair trade, locally sourced … these chocolates fit the sustainable requirements our food blogger expects — and they're absolutely delicious, too.

  • Free online cookbook features Philadelphia chefs

    Tue, Sep 13 2011 at 4:52 PM

    The City of Brotherly Love hosts a restaurant week with a local twist and offers a free, downloadable cookbook, 'Center City Cooks,' which includes seasonal recipes.

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill's pros and cons

    Mon, Aug 29 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Our food blogger shares her thoughts after visiting the sustainable chain restaurant for the first time.

  • How to find sustainable seafood restaurants

    Tue, Aug 02 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Tired of quizzing your waiter about where your seafood comes from? Here's a website and other tools that can help with your restaurant research before you go.

  • Restaurants: Elevation Burger

    Wed, Jul 27 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Organic, grass-fed, free-range beef burgers and fries cooked in olive oil make a fast-food meal worth going out for — once in a while.

  • It's Maryland Wine Week

    Mon, Jun 06 2011 at 9:14 AM

    In Maryland, local restaurants and retailers will be featuring state wines through June 12, 2011.

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