Recent Posts in ‘Green Living’ 
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Cafe closure leaves vegan void
Elaine’s Cafe becomes the second downtown lunch spot to close this month as owner Tracy Thompson makes the difficult decision to end the nearly two-year run of Bakersfield’s only vegan restaurant.
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In Season Now: Kale, cauliflower and cilantro
Columnist Michelle Becks shares ideas for adding some green to your holiday cooking, with leafy kale, green cauliflower and cilantro pesto. Also, an idea for featuring fruit in your green salad.
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Learn how to save energy and money at workshop
CPUC and PG&E will answer questions about energy efficiency programs, rebates and tax credits for home improvements, and bill assistance for low-income households at a workshop Friday, Dec. 18.
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In Season Now: Dates, nuts and sugar cookies
Columnist Michelle Beck shares a simple idea for turning dates into a yummy holiday treat. Also, try date shakes, Swedish nuts and gluten-free sugar cookies.
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The Green Gift Guide
Let the Bakersfield Express Green Gift Guide help you find local, eco-friendly gifts to give this holiday season.
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In Season Now: Eggnog, real maple syrup and gingersnaps
Columnist Michelle Beck relishes the season when she can indulge in her favorite eggnog and real maple syrup. Also, she suggests trying cardamom snaps in place of ginger snaps, and reviews the warm, thick Mexican drink “champurrado” found at Ranch Market.
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In Season Now: Yams, cranberries and more Thanksgiving treats
Columnist Michelle Beck shares the difference between a yam and a sweet potato, plus ideas for making your own cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie this holiday.
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Taking the frustration out of gluten-free eating
For people with food allergies, particularly wheat, here are some tips and resources for eating well.
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Kern County has power to be renewable energy leader
Solar, wind, biomass, and more: Industry experts share their outlook for meeting renewable energy and greenhouse gas emissions standards at the fourth annual Kern County Energy Summit.
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Manure Power: Dairies harness methane to create renewable energy
Facing stricter renewable energy and greenhouse gas emission regulations, power companies and dairies in California partner up on capturing methane. Bakersfield-based BioEnergy Solutions leads the way.
