Kale, That Special Someone

 

Finding that special someone is not an easy task. You may try out all different types before you settle on one, if you settle at all! This Valentine’s Day treat yourself (and possibly a romantic partner) to your favorite type of kale. There’s more than one you ask? Yes, yes my friends, there is more than one type of kale. Each type is exactly how we like ‘em – rich, health conscious, and the talk of the town.

Curly Kale: At the top of the popularity chain, it’s known for its distinct qualities. A little ruffled around the edges, but easy to chop when fresh. Some like ‘em younger, and we can’t blame them! The older they get the more bitter to the taste. Yeah, you can say that again.

Lacinato Kale (aka Dinosaur Kale): Don’t be turned off by the slightly wrinkly and firm touch. It is sweeter and more delicate than the curly kind, and holds its texture even after a match with the frying pan! These dark blue-green leaves may be the match for you.

Red Russian Kale: It’s always blushing, but can you blame it? Its red and purple leaves are often described as sweet, yet mild, with a bit of peppery-ness. Be sure to avoid its stem though. Unless you’re looking for a stomach ache – it’s hard to swallow!

Redbor Kale: Last but not least, is the most colorful of the bunch. Known for its looks, the deep red and purple leaves make for a great trophy plant! Yes it is edible, but it doesn’t hurt to sit and stare at each other before bringing out the cutting board.

Be sure to test out each type before making any hasty decisions. You’ll never know what you’re missing out on, unless you step out of your comfort zone! KALE UP!

[via WPRawl]

Organic Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I have curated a wide variety of the best and most interesting organic gift ideas that I could find.

And it just so happens that they come from many of my favorite organic companies.

SWEET GIFT BOX BY ONE LUCKY DUCK

Having daily access to One Lucky Duck is reason enough to live in NYC.

But not to worry if you don’t live here because One Lucky Duck has you covered. They will ship your Valentine a box of organic, gluten-free, vegan, raw cookies, brownies, and chocolate to anywhere in the country.

The box comes wrapped in pink and red tissue paper and is tucked into a sexy black gift box embossed with a silver duck, complete with red or pink ribbon.

This gift set comes in two sizes, mini love box or big love box, and can be purchased online by clicking here.

3-DAY JUICE CLEANSE FROM SUJA

Wanting to give someone a Valentine’s Day gift of mental and physical clarity through nothing but juice?

If so, Suja, one of the best pressed organic juice companies in the country, is offering Living Maxwell readers 20% off their 3-day cleanse.

This person will be filling their body with USDA certified organic, Non-GMO Project Verified bottles of goodness, all packed with tons of vitamins and nutrients.

To order this cleanse, click here and use the code VDAY20 at check-out to receive the 20% discount. This offer will be good until the end of the month.

FLOWER ESSENCES BY LOTUS WEI

Katie Hess, founder of the Lotus Wei, wants to help rejuvenate and nourish that someone special in your life with her amazing flower essences.

Handpicked from wild-harvested flowers grown in the most pristine conditions around the world, these flowers are infused into flower elixirs, mists, serums, and eco-friendly perfumes for mood-elevating experiences.

Personally, I use Joy Juice and Infinite Love, and think they’re spectacular. Many other people, including Dr. Andrew Weil and Johnny Depp, are also big fans.

To browse the large collection of honey elixirs, aromatic mists, and luscious oils, click here.

4-DAY SAKARA LOVE CLEANSE 

From February 10th to 13th next week, Sakara Life, the fantastic organic food delivery service in NYC, is offering a special 4-Day LOVE CLEANSE designed to cleanse, tone, and rejuvenate your body. Here’s what you’ll be getting with this package:

* 4 days of ready-to-eat meals that will fill you with love & light
* Special 25% off of specially selected Fluer du Mal lingerie pieces
* Sakara community class led by top yoga teacher and author Elena Brower
* 2 exercise classes of your choice at any of Fitist’s participating studios
* Daily pieces of Lulu’s raw chocolate made of the finest organic ingredients
* Sakara LOVE notes

Click here for pricing and more information. This package is only available for NYC residents.

CHOCO-LUSCIOUS BY VERMONT SOAP ORGANICS

When you talk about innovative products in the organic industry, Vermont Soap Organics is always at the top of the list.

And the company delivers another one with its Choco-Luscious Skin Smoothie.

This 100% organic product is made with coconut oil, cocoa butter, beeswax, and rosemary extract, and will leave your Valentine’s skin feeling smooth and moisturized but not greasy.

To order Choco-Luscious Skin Smoothie, click here and enter the code chocomax at checkout to receive a 15% discount.

LOV IS BEAUTIFUL ORGANIC TEA BLEND

From the internationally-known organic tea company, Løv Organic, comes a special mellow blend called Løv is Beautiful.

This enticing blend uses white tea, green tea, and green rooibos, and contains two crucial allies in the fight to preserve your skin’s looks, antioxidants and zinc.

To purchase Løv is Beautiful, click here. Shipping is available to more than 100 countries around the world.

[via Living Maxwell]