VeggieTalk

Recently, I discovered a fantastic brand of pickles called Real Pickles in my local health food store. These pickles are closest to what might be described as “half sour.” Gently but distinctively flavored, these pickles are organic, made without vinegar, and crafted in a traditional method.

This winter, as I’ve mentioned before on this blog, I’ve been very interested in eating a lot of cleansing, detoxifying foods, and these pickles fit right in. Filled with active cultures and enzymes, these as well as other naturally fermented foods aid in digestion and nutrient absorption and are generally great for the gut. In American culture, there is little in the way of fermented foods, as there are in many Asian cultures.

I will be writing more about Real Pickles in the September issue of the Vegetarian Kitchen newsletter (please subscribe, on any page of Vegetarian Kitchen!). Please be aware, though, that Real Pickles only ships throughout the Northeast (part of their mission is to promote the viability of local food systems), and that the shipping season for the pickles ends in April.