Ruby Tuesday Pick of the Week: sweetgreen
Why It’s a Gem: A back-to-basics menu draws upon new trends in healthful eating.

When money’s tight, eating out may seem like an unnecessary indulgence, especially when all the affordable options seem about as nutritious as a deep-fried Twinkie. That’s where sweetgreen comes in. By serving wholesome yet filling meals for less than $10 per person, the D.C.-based chain is changing the definition of fast food, one salad at a time. (more…)

When a former employee contacted me on advice for his new business, I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity. Not only does Michael Talve have a fabulous product, his environmental and philanthropic soaps are cleaning up this planet, one shower at a time.

Read on to hear the advice I gave to Michael on how to make his Vivo Natural Products even more desirable to customers. (more…)