BioBags

The first-ever biodegradable packaging for frozen produce

As an extension of its long-running sustainable farming practices—and a first of its kind for the freezer aisle—Stahlbush Island Farms recently introduced BioBags, biodegradable packaging for its line of frozen fruits and vegetables. Brown craft paper and water-based ink replaces commonly used polyethylene-based materials, reducing the breakdown process from several centuries long to just a few months. Located in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Stahlbush Island Farms …

Link About It: This Week’s Picks

IPad porn, gelato popsicles, bad Obama paintings and more in our weekly link list

1. Popbar Wallpaper Magazine alerted us to the guaranteed summer hotspot Popbar, a beautifully-designed popsicle stand peddling fresh frozen gelato made with ingredients shipped directly from Italy. 2. Girl Talk Visualizer For budding DJs or simply anyone who’s ever wondered what that addictive 10-second sample is in one of Girl Talk’s catchy mash-ups, Edd Hannay created a clever visualizer to sort out what tracks he …

Zoku Quick Pop Maker

A nifty gadget that makes homemade popsicles in minutes

With gourmet popsicle brands all over Manhattan touting newfangled flavor combos (see Popbar, People’s Pops and La Newyorkina), the Zoku Quick Pop Maker steps in with a DIY way to concoct your own—three at a time—in less than 10 minutes. Fun to use and loved by kids, you can keep it simple or (with patience) you can make pretty pops by pouring in one liquid, …