This refreshing Mandarin, Fennel, and Burrata Salad from our friend Vy Tran of Beyond Sweet and Savory packs tons of flavor. All the ingredients play well together and every bite is loaded with...

We all know that decorating with flowers can elevate the mood and brighten a home, but have you ever thought about decorating your cakes, cookies, and cocktails with cut flowers too? You can elevate...

These refreshing and very easy-to-make Melon and Tajin Paletas by our friend Daniela Gerson of Waves in the Kitchen are studded with coconut chunks and topped with a hint of spice! From...

Our newest recipe for bundt cake is unlike any other bundt cake recipe you have ever tried! In fact, this just might be the easiest cake recipe you have ever baked. Just chop, mix, and bake. No need...

It is no secret that we love wine cocktails around here! Take our newest effervescent cocktail recipe for example, this delightful drink is the perfect recipe for fig season since it is not overly...

How to eat artichokes...and everything else you ever wanted to know about California's State Vegetable. Spoiler: it's super scandalous! Artichokes are incredibly popular throughout the nation,...

When your crisper drawer or fruit bowl are overflowing, it is the perfect time to make a crisp for dessert. A fruit crisp is an easy-to-make dessert that is completely customizable and absolutely...

For over 30 years, Santa Cruz Farmers Markets have been a staple of the local community. The farmers' market in Santa Cruz showcases the best in regional organic produce, pasture-raised meats, eggs,...

A Mushroom Farm with an Ocean View Mushrooms haven’t always been the culinary equivalent of the “It Girl”. Even though the New York Times called them the “Ingredient of the Year,”...

The historic seaside town of Monterey, California is most famous for its Cannery Row, Old Fisherman’s Wharf, and world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium. But what you may not realize is that farms in...

At Coastal Kitchen in the Monterey Plaza Hotel, Chef Michael Rotondo has created a tasting menu that leans heavily on local produce and seafood. This new, upscale hotel dining option is located next...

When you think of organic pest control, “bug vacuum” probably doesn’t come to mind. But that’s one of the very clever tools Lakeside Organics, the country’s largest grower of organic...