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Is Hemp the New Bamboo? We Ask the Founder of Airetage

Whether you are looking to be more eco-friendly with your clothing choices or eliminate synthetic fibers from your wardrobe, hemp could be the answer. Read our Q&A with Miles to learn what makes this fabric so versatile and sustainable.

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Beyond Farm-to-Table: Q&A with Eden’s Devon Quinn

Rated one of the best farm-to-table restaurants in Chicago, Eden grows many of the herbs you’ll find on the menu in its own organic greenhouse. Learn about the restaurant’s sustainability efforts and community-oriented mission from Chief Culinary Officer and co-founder Devon Quinn.

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Cultural Exchange: Fermenting 101 with Violet

Our guest blogger, Violet, shares her best ‘fermenting 101’ tips, and favorite recipes with us! See how to get started making ferments at home and how to know if you did it right.

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Crunchy Culture Local Gift Guide

Crunchy Culture’s Local Holiday Gift Guide is filled with natural, mindful, and wellness-oriented products and experiences created by folks in or near the greater Chicago area.

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My Top 7 Crunchy Nature Outings in Chicagoland

Discover Crunchy Jane’s top 7 nature escapes throughout the Chicago suburbs. Plan a whole “crunchy day out” with our comprehensive guide of cafes, shops and restaurants in each area.

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