until recently, sunday was just another day at the office. I was always just a little jealous of those who got to sleep in, read Harry Potter all day and brunch. today; however, I decided to celebrate my new career path in the non-profit sector by heading out to a brooklyn spot called Applewood. the menu changes daily, according to what is locally available. sustainable, organic, seasonal, artisanal, local- what more could a green foodie want?

it was a truly amazing dining experience. watermelon mimosa, tomato martini, marscapone cheese grits, duck confit and pea shoot omlette- it was simply the perfect brunch.

feeling completely sated and wanting to walk off a little of my indulgence, I decided to re-explore the hood I lived in a few years back. Park Slope is easily one of my favorite spots in Brooklyn.

I wandered into Brooklyn Industries and I was pleasantly surprised to find a water cooler with a sign inviting clients to refill rather than purchase disposables. that one single act alone will avert over 60 million plastic bottles in one year. this is now the practice at all of their locations, so mad props Bk Ind- that’s a great green start!

of course, sunday wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the green market for some refreshing rosemary lemonade and gooey organic brownies. I also visited a few tag sales and an antiques market, where I found hand crafted jewelry by local artists.

on the bus ride home home, I read a little and enjoyed one of my last sundays in Brooklyn. I miss it already, but home is calling.
namaste.