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Meet a Farmer: Kevin Jones of Lava Cap Winery

Founded by a family of geologists, Lava Cap winery grows their award-winning wine grapes in rich volcanic soil found in the Sierra Foothills.  Kevin Jones explains how hard work, and long hours...

Spiced Pecans

Ok guys and gals, this is a completely easy and beautifully perfect recipe!   Just a few simple ingredients push these pecans into flavor overdrive.  These are great for serving to...

Cal-Mex Shakshuka

Have you ever tried Shakshuka? We lent some California flair to the traditional Middle Eastern tomato and pepper based dish by adding in avocados, cilantro and cotija cheese. Get ready for your next...

Meet a Farmer: Kyle and Mel Burns of Nye Ranch

Mendocino farmers Kyle and Mel Burns grow over 300 different varietals of vegetables and flowers on a plot of land near the ocean that they once thought could only bear peas and potatoes.  Lucky...

Some of the BEST Easter Recipes on the Planet!

Aside from Thanksgiving, Easter is the biggest food holiday!  And who can blame us?   Beautiful fresh veggies and succulent spring lamb, the choices are endless in the...

Meet a Farmer: Paul Wenger of Wood Colony Nut Company

Paul Wenger is a third generation farmer and former president of the California Farm Bureau Federation who has dedicated his life to farming and advocating on behalf of fellow farmers.  His...

Easy Braised Red Cabbage Recipe

This deliciously easy braised red cabbage recipe is a side dish that's full of flavor + color! Top it with tasty California Walnuts for a bit of crunchy texture too. I love cabbage and this...

An Authentic Fresh Orange Julius recipe that will really take you back!

Our Orange Julius recipe calls for a mix of fresh California oranges that have been peeled and partially frozen before being blended with honey, milk, and ice cream. This slightly frothy,...

Meet a Farmer: Connor Chooljian of Del Rey Packing

A strong work ethic and uncompromising standards are foundational to Central Valley farming company, Del Rey Packing.  For the past 80 years, Connor Chooljian’s family has been farming and...

Green Olive Garlic Cheese Bread

This Green Olive Garlic Cheese Bread is sure to be a favorite - no matter who you serve it to! It's easy, loaded with California-grown flavor, and oh-so-delicious! Olives and cheese and...

Loaded Cauliflower Mash

I'm all about the new cauliflower craze, are you? I've been trying to cut back on carbohydrates in my diet and cauliflower is the perfect alternative. It not only looks like potatoes, but it...

Meet a Farmer: Matt Bozzo of Golden Gate Hop Ranch

Matt Bozzo is the farm manager for Golden Gate Hop Ranch in Yuba City. Don’t let the name of the ranch fool you. The farm no longer produces hops, but is home to 130 acres of prunes and another 180...

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