California’s Gold County is rich with history. While many people associate the Central Sierra Foothills with prospecting and abandoned gold mines, one family-owned vineyard is reshaping that...

This carrot ribbon salad is one of those recipes that feels a little fancy but is surprisingly low effort. You know the kind. It looks great on the table, tastes fresh and interesting, and somehow...

Twin Peaks Orchards’ organic produce is the darling of the Sacramento food scene. We met with Camelia Enriquez to learn more about what makes this small Placer County farm such a big...

If charcuterie boards and nachos had a very California love child, this would be it. Charcuterie Nachos—or what we’re lovingly calling charcuterie chips—are the latest viral snack moment....

The word “cider” typically brings one of two things to mind - lightly spiced apple juice or hard cider, a sweet, alcoholic alternative to beer or seltzers. The elegant, nuanced ciders you’ll...

Vinaigrette is one of the quiet heroes of the kitchen. It turns a bowl of humble leafy greens from ordinary into a "how can this be so good" moment—without requiring a blender, a fancy technique,...

If you’ve ever walked past a bunch of small, creamy-white turnips at the farmers’ market and thought, What am I supposed to do with those? — this is your moment. This turnip recipe is exactly...

If you love the bold, sticky-sweet flavors of classic Chinese-American Orange Chicken, this Orange Cauliflower recipe is about to earn a permanent spot in your dinner rotation. It delivers...

Everyone loves a great dip—but this Sweet Potato Hummus is the kind that quietly becomes the star of the table. It takes the familiar comfort of classic hummus and layers in roasted California...

If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen holding a bottle of honey in one hand and maple syrup in the other, wondering if there are other options for natural sweeteners that you haven't thought of...

You don’t know what fresh citrus tastes like until you’ve enjoyed a perfectly ripe mandarin, plucked straight from the tree. We met with Greg Lewis, owner of Sunset Ridge Fine Fruits, to learn...

There’s something almost meditative about brewing a pot of tea — the slow boil, the quiet aroma, the first sip that reminds you to pause. This year, trade your usual mug for something a little...