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Blackberry Peach Smash

I am a self-proclaimed Bourbon Drink Connoisseur!  As long as Connoisseur qualifies as just fancy talk for "I order it whenever I can."   I've studied all the bar menus and signature...

We’ve Gathered The Best Tomato Recipes On The Internet!

Ever wondered what to do with lots of fresh tomatoes? Well, you are in luck because we happen to have a plethora of delicious tomato recipes just waiting on you to explore! We've enlisted the help...

Dreaming in California Sunflowers

  If you live anywhere near the Northern half of California, you are fortunate enough to see these beautiful seas of yellow.  As far as the eye can see, never-ending rows of...

Chicken Salad with Grapes, Radish & Pecans in Avocado Dressing

This Chicken Salad with Grapes, Radish & Pecans in a smooth Avocado Dressing is loaded with flavor and extra delicious. Enjoy it on top of greens, in a bowl, as a lettuce wrap or in a...

Meet a Farmer: Ion Sfetcu of Houwelings Tomatoes

At a very young age, his father planted a passion for farming in him, and now he grows vegetables for one of North America’s largest greenhouse farming operations. Meet the dynamic and very busy...

10 Favorite California Pear Recipes

It's pear season Y'all and guess what that means?   Recipes Galore! I've rounded up 10 Pear Recipes from some of my favorite bloggers to share with you all the creativity you can find when...

Meet a Farmer: Hilary Graves

Can you run a farming operation while the kids are in school?  This farmer and mother of two, does just that! Between raising heritage breed pigs, to growing and harvesting an orchard, to...

Watermelon Salt, An Epic Summer Adventure For Your Tastebuds + Melon Bar How to!

Sure we've all heard of Harry Styles' song "Watermelon Sugar" by now, but have you ever experienced the flavor sensation that is watermelon salt? Melon season is in full force in the Golden State,...

How to Make Basil Salt

This incredibly delicious and versatile Basil Salt recipe adds favor + texture to salads, soups, fresh fruit + more. Here's an easy way to make your own Basil Salt. It's perfect for gifts...

Meet a Farmer: Grant Parnagian of Golden State Hops

Beer is a booming business in California with micro-brews popping up in small towns and big cities throughout the state. The desire to supply these local brewers with quality hops inspired Grant...

Black Plum Cake

Umm... WOW! This smooth and flavorful cake is gorgeous and simple to make. The plums bake into the spice batter, causing the fruit to basically melt like butter. This method allows the texture to...

Grilled Zucchini, Corn and Peach Quinoa Salad

Aw, man.... this salad is soooooo good! Chock full of all things fresh!   Delicious corn, sweet peaches, nutritious zucchini and creamy avocados. All grilled to impart a smoky, summertime...

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