Calvin and I both decided to make our vices a little kinder and greener. It's easy to find both coffee and chocolate that are fair trade (my #1 priority with these 2 items), local (#2), and organic (#3). It felt good to decide what is most important to us and then buy accordingly. Yes, we pay quite a bit more. But I feel lucky for us to be able to have these indulgences and we will enjoy them more knowing they are not at the expense of exploited workers or the environment. Plus, I've noticed that since I'm more picky about the chocolate I buy now, I have smaller amounts and enjoy it more. Plus, it's fun to try new brands... the darker the better!
I found all 3 at Olivers.
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Okay, from what I see on the coffee package, I can't tell that it is fair trade. Is it labeled on the back? The reason I am asking is sometimes the labeling or website is confusing. The Ecco Caffe coffee I found say they are "a Certified Organic and Fair Trade coffee roaster. We source directly from growers and importers focused on phenomenal quality who are known to be socially and environmentally responsible." That sounds like ALL their coffee is fair trade, but when I look at each kind of coffee they offer, only a few are labeled as fair trade. I don't want to be tricked! What are your thoughts, Jennifer? (I am putting you on the spot, but I know you know your stuff!)
Gasp, are those napkins in the background of your pic??? Just kidding! I'm sure you are just using them up :)
I did some quick research on Wikipedia about "Big Chocolate" and there child labor/ child slavery issues..., I had no idea. Pretty disturbing. I applaud your order of priorities on this one... Sometimes I miss my bubble of ignorance :( Sorry to be a downer! Heres a smiley just 'cause :)
Well I bought the cloth to make the napkins, just haven't gotten around to it yet... gimme a break!!! J/K!!!
I'll get back to you on the fair trade thing...
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