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Franquette, a popular Sacramento cafe and wine bar, serves French-inspired fare - but the execution is entirely Californian. Owner Brad Cecchi and Head Chef Elena Winks transform seasonal, local...
When you put California Grown goodness in the hands of a masterful chef, the results are undeniably delicious. Experience East Sacramento’s Canon Restaurant, where each family-style dish and small...
When it comes to flavor, crunch, and color, this Shaved California Apple Fennel Salad with Cabbage checks all the boxes. This salad is a celebration of late summer and early fall produce, showcasing...
When fall settles over California and apple season hits its peak, the crisp, tart flavor of Granny Smith apples becomes a staple in both sweet and savory kitchens. These Savory California Apple Tart...
Fresh fig season is here in the Golden State and honestly, we couldn't be happier. You know that feeling when summer starts winding down, the mornings get just a little cooler, and the markets are...
Pali Wine Co. is bringing the coastal vineyard lifestyle to the city's heart. Their tasting rooms offer a down-to-earth, terroir-driven introduction to some of the Central Coast’s most exciting...
It’s not every day you find a winery tucked beside a centuries-old mission in a historic downtown, but Rancho Capistrano Winery isn’t your everyday wine experience. This family-owned winery...
Picture this: You’re seated in a lush greenhouse in the heart of Anaheim, sipping a garden-fresh cocktail, and every bite feels like a love letter to California’s farms. Welcome to Poppy and...
Step into the wooden farm stand at Chino Family Farm in Rancho Santa Fe, and you'll be greeted with an explosion of color, fragrance, and flavor. It’s not just a place to shop, it’s a pilgrimage...
Local agriculture is center stage at Herb & Sea in Encinitas, California, where culinary director and executive chef Aiden Owens is creating a fine-dining experience. And it feels simultaneously...
To the Heffernan Family, Five Marys Ranch is more than just a business; it’s a way of life. We met with Francie Heffernan (one of the eponymous five Marys) to learn more about her family’s...
There's a certain kind of food festival that hits different. The kind that doesn't need a Ferris wheel or a beer garden to make it sing. It starts with just a humble bean. Then it unravels into a...