Comments on: flavor vs. principle.

By: Alice

Alice — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 18:26:47 +0000

Have you tried buying ordinary organic yogurt and draining it over muslin? You get a thick greek style yogurt in the end. It’s a pretty good option if you can deal with the fiddly prep.

By: MJ

MJ — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 09:55:06 +0000

Ciao Bella! Thanks for bringing this up! The organic, to dairy or not to dairy and the money issues are always a struggle. I remember being so disappointed after finding out that silk organic soy milk has a mass dairy producer parent company. I know it sounds a bit college seminar style but it’s awesome you bring up conscience consumerism. It’s something we all need to think about!

By: Heather

Heather — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:42:28 +0000

I think it’s a sticky situation. I don’t do dairy, so I’m not faced with this, but I’ve had a few friends say they want to support Oikos since it’s organic but prefer Chobani or other brands. I’m surprised TJ’s hasn’t been certified organic, but like you said, I know the cost is a big factor.

Have you considered making your own greek yogurt? That could solve the problem altogether, but then there is the time situation. And I don’t know how the cost breaks down when you buy the regular organic yogurt vs. the amount it produces.

By: Katie

Katie — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:42:18 +0000

Regina’s presentation really made me think twice about buying organic dairy, too. I’ve made the switch almost entirely- the only thing I’m naughty about is Fage, from time to time.

Thank you so much for your sweet comment about restaurant life. It’s a tough industry… glad we’re both out of it!

P.S. I’d love to meet up for coffee some time, if you’re free!

By: Amy

Amy — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:35:22 +0000

Hey leslie!
Thanks for the beautiful comment on my little old blog post today. It means so much to hear such kind words from you. As always though–you are so sincere and lovely <3

As for organic vs. non, I always go with organic UNLESS there is a taste issue. For instance, sometimes I think conventional fruits (say, berries) taste way better and more flavorful than organic. But usually, actually–yogurt and berries are the only thing I buy non-organic for this reason. Fage 2% ALL the way, doll, all the way… :)

By: coco

coco — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:05:00 +0000

I agree, organic products can be expensive, even it’s just 0.50-1 $ more, it adds up! I almost quit dairy after reading the china study, but otherwise I’d go for oikos which is organic and I like its texture. For other products, like produce, I try to buy the dirty dozen organic and others conventional to save $$.

By: Abby

Abby — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:49:26 +0000

I prefer Fage and the organic label with Greek yogurt has never really been a big dilemma for me, (although I often by Oikos because it’s cheaper.) As long as the ingredients are natural and hormone free, I’m just happy to have a quality product that I enjoy.

I cut corners in other areas and go organic whenever possible, as it’s my preference as well, but I don’t let it discourage the consumption of 2% Fage (so much better than watery fat-free all the time.)

I think the solution is for Oikos to come out with 2% version :)

By: A

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:43:07 +0000

I’ve been staying away from dairy for a few months now but my hubby still enjoys it- especially yogurt. He eats one every day. We get organic. I was just commenting to someone about this on another blog….. we save our money and are frugal in other areas of our lives so that we can splurge on quality foods.
-A

By: Maggie

Maggie — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:19:01 +0000

Alll the time I’m faced with this problem. I usually cop out and go for the cheaper version as long as it’s rGBH-free. And with veggies I tend to go non-organic too – I have access to Asian markets which are about 1/5 the cost of WF – I can’t justify buying the expensive organic produce.

By: ellie

ellie — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:02:48 +0000

I can’t get Organic Greek yogurt here…and the price of regular Greek yogurt is high enough! Personally, it’s not a major dilemma for me. I buy what I can get easily and what isn’t extortionately priced which around here, organic/local foods tend to be. I think organic foods taste better and are environmentally a better choice, as well as often more humane (not always, but in most cases) so if I had the option and money, I’d be buying more organic. As for specific terminology…I’d email the company to ask what it means. Lots of products have random words thrown on labels which don’t actually mean much, but these all sound like solid claims to me? *shrugs*