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Add a Visit to High Hill Ranch to Your Fall Bucket List!

It’s Apple Season in California - and a visit to High Hill Ranch is the best way to spend a fall day! Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains between Sacramento and Tahoe, you’ll find the...

Make These Awesome Salads with Olives

Here in California it's always salad season. One of our favorite salad toppings is California Ripe Olives. They are a great pantry staple to have on hand, adding a savory bite to side salads and...

Amazing Breads with Olives to Try

We all love bread - and if there is one way to make bread even more delicious, it's by adding California Ripe Olives. Olives add so much flavor and texture to everything from no-knead olive bread...

Martinelli’s Apple Cider: An American Tradition

In the heart of California's picturesque Pajaro Valley, a family-owned company has been crafting liquid gold for over 150 years. Martinelli's Gold Medal® Apple Cider, with its iconic glass bottles...

How to Make Apple Dumplings (and How to Fail)

Trust me when I say that everyone's culinary background is sprinkled with a delicious mix of triumphs and kitchen catastrophes. Today, we’re diving into a dish that offers room for both: apple...

Savoring the Legacy: The Juicy History of Harris Ranch Beef 

When it comes to top-notch beef, one name that has earned a legendary status is Harris Ranch Beef Company. If you've ever had the pleasure of biting into a succulent Harris Ranch steak, you know...

The Cubre Family – Farming in the San Joaquin Valley since 1927

The Cubre family has been farming in the San Joaquin Valley for four generations. Nick Cubre, who is a 4th generation farmer, currently runs the farm with his father Tony. They grow peaches, prunes,...

Apple-picking Adventures and Pie Perfection: A Day at Gizdich Ranch in Watsonville

Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Watsonville, California, there's a place that puts joy into the hearts of visitors of all ages. Gizdich Ranch, a delightful family-owned orchard and bakery,...

How to tell if watermelons are ripe (and your other favorite melons, too)

Everyone wonders how to tell if watermelons are ripe - and while that is an essential question, have you ever wondered how the melons get to the store in the first place? They certainly don’t just...

Easy Latke-Inspired Sweet Potato Pancakes: A Delicious Spin On The Classic

You've probably enjoyed the crispy, golden goodness of traditional latkes. But have you ever thought about giving them a unique, California twist? Dig in as we discover a delectable take on this...

Apple Butter; How To Make It And Ways To Devour It

There's something truly captivating about the rich, caramelized flavor of spiced apple butter. It's a quintessential condiment for fall that has truly stood the test of time. So we thought it was...

The Best Sauce For Homemade Pizza

When crafting the perfect homemade pizza, the secret is in the sauce. Our exceptional sauce for homemade pizza is inspired by our love of California-grown tomatoes, onions, olive oil and garlic. We...

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