Monthly Archives: May 2011

Let’s Change School Food

Here is a recent blog I wrote for Peas of Mind terrific food company in San Francisco focused on healthy frozen foods that are not only nutritious, but delicious. THANKS Peas of Mind for asking me to blog and for all the wonderful work you do to keep kids healthy.   Here is the link:   http://bit.ly/mdGw4v   Here is the article:   We are thrilled about the changes happening to school food menus across the country, like the addition of Veggie Wedgies in place of the deep-fried standard! At the same time, there are more improvements to be made, but what specifically is next? That is the big question. So […]

How to Nutritionally Charge a Lunch

My kids are attending camp this summer. Many parents I know (myself included) pack lunch for their kids, but some do not and order lunches. Here is part of an e-mail I received directed towards those parents that may order lunches. “We have heard your requests and have worked hard to provide your campers with a more nutritionally balanced lunch. Please take a look at all the new items. Also new this year, we are offering an alternative lunch everyday. If you see something on the menu that your child may not eat, you may opt to order an alternative lunch for that day which consists of a bagel, cream […]

The Dirt Cup

A letter I sent to MiMi’s Cafe. I hope they invite me to their offices. ______________________________________________________________________________MMay 2, 2011 Adam Baird “Chef Adam” Mimi’s Café General Office 18872 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 400 Irvine, CA 92612 Dear Chef Adam,My kids were on spring break last week. We needed a nice lunch before we were meeting some friends at a local petting zoo. Luckily, there was one of your Mimi’s Cafés on the way so we decided to stop in. I am familiar with your menu and as a registered dietitian, I appreciate and value the calorie levels listed on the foods you serve. And may I say this; your staff is lovely. […]