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A DIY Valentine’s Gift Round-Up To Treat Your Sweetheart

Valentine's Day is just around the corner! While some may see it as a commercialized holiday, it's still a great opportunity to show your loved one you care. One way to do that is by making a DIY...

Caraccioli Cellars – Award-Winning Wines from Monterey County

Not every farmer is a winegrower, but every winegrower is a farmer. Not every winegrower is a winemaker, however, the Caraccioli family is all of these. We had the chance to meet winemaker Scott...

Always in Season: Here’s What’s Available Year Round in California!

These California commodities are always in season, and never go out of style. We’re big fans of eating seasonally. Here in California, it’s easier than you think! A variety of California...

The Best Taco Salad Recipe With Walnut Taco Meat

Traditional meat-filled taco salads are a delicious staple in many households, but have you ever thought about switching the traditional meat-based filling for something a little different? Enter...

The Best Recipe for Sauteed Mushrooms

Sauteed mushrooms are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, as a topping for salads, or in grilled cheese sandwiches. They are even a flavorful addition to pasta and...

A Spectacular Vegetable Enchilada To Make Tonight

This spectacular vegetable enchilada recipe is a delicious and healthy dinner option you can make any night of the week. Filled to the brim with oven-roasted sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onions,...

San Joaquin Wine Company: Great Wines at a Great Price

San Joaquin Wine Company:  This Central Valley winery is committed to producing great wines at a great price. If you’ve spent much time in the Golden State, you probably know that the...

This is What I Eat – A New Book for Your Budding Foodie (or Picky Eater)

This is What I Eat: Fun Activities for Mindful Eating is a new color + activity book by Aliza J. Sokolow that helps kids learn where their food comes from in a fun and engaging way. Aliza, who is an...

Israeli Salad with a California Twist by Aliza Sokolow

This Shirazi or Israeli Salad is loaded with fresh veggies and fruit from California farms. It's easy to put together and incredibly delicious. You can serve this...

The Central Valley – A Great Place for Farming in California

In October (which also happens to be California Farmer and Farmworker Month) we took a group of California Grown Creators on a tour of California’s Central Valley – a top spot for farming in...

An Easy Recipe For Sausage, with Peppers, Onion, & Garlic In The Oven

Sausage dishes are an easy, affordable, and tasty option for dinner. This easy recipe for sausage with peppers, onion, and garlic is no exception. This dish is quick and simple to prepare, and the...

What Do Fossils and Farms Have in Common? Visit the Fossil Discovery Center

Why are fossils so often found on farms? Let’s visit the Fossil Discovery Center to learn more! The San Joaquin Valley is some of the most fertile, productive farmland in the world. It also...

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