Meet Tim Baloian, CEO of Baloian Farms. Even after 50+ years in the family business, he’s still in love with “the miracle of farming”. From a young age, third generation farmer Tim...

If you are looking for the best recipe for sangria on the internet, you've found it! Here at California Grown we know a thing or two about making easy, delicious wine-based cocktails. And we have...

Every celebration needs a few delicious snacks, but who wants to slave in the kitchen while everyone else is having fun? No one, that's who. These recipes for easy party food are incredibly...

These easy appetizer recipes - starring California Ripe Olives - are perfect for any celebration! Olives have been an integral part of celebrations for generations. Remember sticking olives on...

Scott Scheid, CEO of Scheid Family Wines, explains how the Scheid family became a leader in sustainable winemaking. How did Scheid Family Wines get started? Scheid Family Wines has always...

This restaurant’s passion for sustainable Monterey seafood has helped to create change across the industry. Passionfish is a small seafood eatery with a big reputation. The Pacific Grove...

Every baker worth their salt should have a go-to hand pie recipe in their back pocket, and this Apple Cheddar Hand Pie recipe is ours! This pocket-sized dessert has everything you could want in a...

Monterey County is well known as a major tourist attraction. You’ve probably visited Fisherman’s Wharf and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, toured the Mission in Carmel-by-the-Sea, strolled Carmel’s...

Talbott Vineyards is famous for crafting impeccable, estate grown wines in Monterey County. There’s a lot that goes into making great wine. While a lot of factors can be manipulated, there’s...

Fun fact: the artichoke is California's state vegetable! Our friend Kyle Hagerty of Urban Farmstead is especially fond of California Grown artichokes - not just because they're delicious, but also...

You may have heard of the Farm Bureau, but do you know what it is and what it does for American agriculture and farming families? The Farm Bureau plays a role in shaping agricultural policy,...

Javier Zamora, owner of JSM Organics says that agriculture is in his blood. He’s soft-spoken but quick to smile, and more than happy to have a chat. We recently had the opportunity to visit him on...