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A Fresh Scene: Must-Visit Farm-to-Table Restaurants in Los Angeles

Los Angeles boasts an impressive array of farm-to-table restaurants, each offering unique dishes crafted with locally-sourced ingredients. Here are some must-try spots that embody the spirit of...

King and King Ranch: More Than a Century of Agriculture in Ventura County

Nestled in the picturesque Ventura County, just south of Fillmore, California, lies the historic King and King Ranch. This family-operated farm has been a cornerstone of the local agricultural...

LA Home Farm: Cultivating Connection and Sustainability in the Heart of Los Angeles

In the bustling metropolis of Los Angeles, in the hilly eastside neighborhood of Glassell Park, you'll find LA Home Farm. This unique farm shop brings the concept of farm-to-table right into the...

The Flower Fields: A Tapestry of Color Along the California Coast

Each spring, the coastal city of Carlsbad in Southern California transforms into a vivid spectacle of blossoming flowers. The Flower Fields, spread across over 50 acres, become a palette of vibrant...

An Easy Recipe for Skewers with Apples & Onion

It’s official – California apple season is here! While many think of apples as a fall fruit, California’s unique climate blesses us with fresh apples from July through January. Now is the...

Kern County: Part of California’s Ag Heartland

Kern County, situated in the southern part of California's Central Valley, is a verdant expanse of unparalleled agricultural output - and this is its reputation. Often referred to as the breadbasket...

What grows in Santa Cruz County?

If you’ve ever visited Santa Cruz, California you’ve probably noticed something unique - at least for a coastal area. Much of the county is studded with farmland - 63,900 acres to be exact....

Margins Winery is Making Waves in the Wine Industry

Have you ever heard of Assyrtiko or Negrette? Probably not, but Megan Bell of Margins Winery wants to change that - and a whole lot more. Megan Bell is the owner and founder of Margins Winery....

How to Find Sustainable Wine

In California, sustainability is more than a buzzword or a trend; it’s a way of life. Choosing sustainable wine is a delicious way to support local businesses, families, and communities - and to...

Is Rhubarb Poisonous and Everything Else You Need To Know

Is rhubarb poisonous? Is it a fruit? How do you use it? Here’s everything you need to know.  What is rhubarb? Pop quiz: is rhubarb a fruit or a vegetable? Many people assume that...

Sea to Sky Farm: Organic Farming and Fairytale Feels

Tucked away in the Santa Cruz Mountains is Sea to Sky Farm, an idyllic, organic farm that grows fruits, vegetables and flowers.  To say that Sea to Sky Farm has a fairytale feel is an...

The Best Peach Recipes to Make This Summer

Welcome to the golden days of summer - the air sweet with the scent of ripening peaches. From May to October, California peaches are at their prime, beckoning you to savor their juicy perfection. If...

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